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Molly Wolf

Molly Wolf, Managing Editor

Molly Wolf is a 2023-2024 Managing Editor for the Wessex Wire. When she is not spending time with her friends and family, she is usually scrolling through TikTok or listening to music. Her favorite singer is Taylor Swift and her favorite TV show is "Gilmore Girls." 

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Mr. West Essex 2024: The Wild Wild West Essexs Most Wanted

Mr. West Essex 2024: The Wild Wild West Essex’s Most Wanted

By Eliana Rosen, Gabby Angelo, Molly Wolf and JJ Rella
April 12, 2024
Give them seniors a break for taking a well-earned rest during their second semester.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU: Senioritis is earned after four long years

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
April 11, 2024
The Mini Crossword, Wordle, Letter Boxed and Connections are among the New York Times games taking over social media and West Essex.

One common connection: A love for NYT games

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
April 10, 2024
Senior English electives will be exchanged for regular English courses for the upcoming school year.

Senior English electives end due to scheduling and curriculum changes

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
February 29, 2024
Celebrities showed out at the Golden Globes (Jan. 7), the Emmys (Jan. 15) and the Grammys (Feb. 4). Many are looking forward to more looks and headlines from the Academy Awards on March 10.

Miley Cyrus and ‘The Bear’ among big award show winners this year

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
February 29, 2024
In elementary school, our fantasy was shopping for earrings at Claire’s. Now, tweens mall days are spent purchasing trending beauty products.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU: Premature exposure to TikTok speeds up childhood

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
February 28, 2024
Miley Cyrus received her first Grammy recognition at this years award show for Flowers.

Female musicians sweep at Grammy Awards

By Molly Wolf and Sophia Nicholls
February 6, 2024
The 2024 Mean Girls takes a new approach on a classic film, but misses the mark.

REVIEW: “A Cautionary Tale”: Think twice before watching “Mean Girls”

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
January 18, 2024
The pressure to reinvent yourself weighs heavily on teens simply trying to find themselves in the first place.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU: It’s the new year, but it doesn’t have to be the new you

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
December 12, 2023
The nominations for this upcoming Grammy Awards are packed with hit albums.

ARTS COMMENTARY: Impressive nominee lineup sets up for successful Grammy Awards

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
November 27, 2023
1989 (Taylors Version) allows Swift to reclaim her 2014 hit album.

REVIEW: “1989 (Taylor’s Version)” will never go out of “Style”

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
November 13, 2023

Thousands dead after Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel

By Eliana Rosen and Molly Wolf
November 3, 2023
There are many great lunch spots for seniors, only a few minutes away from the school. (Illustration by Maddie Ko 26)

The Wessex Wire’s unofficial guide to leaving for lunch

By Gabby Angelo and Molly Wolf
November 3, 2023
Disney Channels Monster allows viewers to see their favorite characters in the halloween spirit.

Disney’s ‘Monstober’ brings a lighthearted feel to Halloween

By Gabby Angelo and Molly Wolf
November 2, 2023
The sea of phones infringes upon the true experience of a live concert.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU: We came to watch the performer, not your phone screens

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
October 27, 2023
After four years of marriage, Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner have recently decided to get a divorce. Some fans have over-involved themselves in their relationship.

OPINION: Fans, stop invading celebrities’ personal space

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
October 10, 2023

Mic’d Up: Varsity Girls Tennis Coach Jeff Martin

By Eliana Rosen, Molly Wolf and Gabby Angelo
September 26, 2023
Table Talks podcast, Ep. 2 (Sept. 26, 2023) - Summer Recap

Table Talks podcast, Ep. 2 (Sept. 26, 2023) – Summer Recap

By Eliana Rosen, Molly Wolf, Gabby Angelo, Sophia Nicholls and Francesca Loffredo
September 26, 2023
Coco Gauff wins 2023 US Open at age 19, inspiring young female athletes.

Coco Gauff serves up inspiration at 2023 US Open

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
September 26, 2023
There are many popular artists coming to the area this summer, and their concerts are must-see shows.

Concert lineup sure to create core memories

By Molly Wolf and Sophia Nicholls
June 16, 2023
Students are unfairly pressured to choose a job at such a young age.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU? Slow down: Your career can wait a little longer

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
June 13, 2023
Water war has years of history

Water war has years of history

By Gabby Angelo and Molly Wolf
June 13, 2023
The Jonas Brothers sixth album, The Album, fails to equate to the emotional excellence of their previous works.

REVIEW: Jonas Brothers’ ‘The Album’ is as bland as its generic title

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
May 24, 2023

Table Talks podcast, Ep. 1 (May 16, 2023): Concerts Recap

By Eliana Rosen, Gabby Angelo, Francesca Loffredo, Molly Wolf and Sophia Nicholls
May 17, 2023
Spin-off series like Girl Meets World, Danger Force and Bunkd ruin childhood memories made by the previous shows.

OPINION: Spin-off shows ruin nostalgic childhood memories

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
May 10, 2023
Lana Del Reys ninth full-length studio album retains her individuality while also venturing out beyond the ordinary.

Lana Del Rey expands her discography into new territory on ‘Tunnel’

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
April 4, 2023
An online celebrity feud has emerged as a result of fans efforts between icons Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez.

ARTS COMMENTARY: Fans drag everyone down in Selena vs. Hailey online “feud”

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
March 24, 2023
At the end of this school year, students will have to participate in final exams instead of PBAs in some classes.

New rule allows teachers to choose to administer final exams or PBAs

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
March 3, 2023
Top 5 Worst Movies

Top 5 Worst Movies

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
February 10, 2023

Grammy Awards show off talent in the music industry

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
February 9, 2023
A Valentines Day gift guide sure to satisfy

A Valentine’s Day gift guide sure to satisfy

By Sophia Nicholls and Molly Wolf
February 8, 2023
Many movies, television shows and albums were hits this year, but these nine stood out the most to the Wire staff.

Year in Review: 365 days of pure entertainment

By Molly Wolf, Sophia Nicholls and Chloe Berger
January 10, 2023
Although many only know her for her 2012 hit Call Me Maybe, Carly Rae Jepsens new album has been topping the charts.

Early 2010s pop musicians are back again

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
December 22, 2022
Selena Gomez released her documentary on Nov. 2, 2022, where she discusses many vulnerable topics.

A look inside the mind of Selena Gomez

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
December 22, 2022
Boseman passed away in 2020, but his legacy will live on.

“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” honors Chadwick Boseman’s legacy

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
December 22, 2022
Midnights instantly broke records after its Oct. 21 release.

The countdown to “Midnight” was worth the wait

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
November 1, 2022
On Sept. 30, classic characters as well as new faces meet on the big screen in the sequel, Hocus Pocus 2.

It’s all a bunch of “Hocus Pocus”: new movie is filled with nonsense

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
October 31, 2022
BeReal challenges users to take a photo using both the front and back cameras at a random moment each day, forcing users to be authentic.

New social media allows us to finally BeReal

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
October 6, 2022
REVIEW: An invitation to “Harry’s House”

REVIEW: An invitation to “Harry’s House”

By Sophia Nicholls and Molly Wolf
June 17, 2022
As many popular novels are turned into movie adaptations, controversy arises over whether or not on screen adaptations live up to the greatness of timeless books.

Beloved novels spark controversy as they come to life

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
June 17, 2022
School Spotlight for spring 2022

[Video] School Spotlight for spring 2022

By Staff report
June 15, 2022
Rex Orange County took the stage on May 14 at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens, New York. As artists start to return to the stage, so does the vibrant atmosphere.

Concert season is making a comeback

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
May 18, 2022
Harry Styles fans are excited to hear his new album once it is released on May 20.

Styles’ new album will not be the same ‘As It Was’

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
April 14, 2022

Movie Knight, Episode 1: “Red” (Eliana and Molly’s Version)

By Eliana Rosen and Molly Wolf
December 15, 2021

Creativity drives new art teacher’s motivations

By Molly Wolf, Managing Editor
November 17, 2021
After its theater release on Sept. 3, 2021, “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” broke pandemic box office records.

REVIEW: Marvel’s new film breaks racial barriers and shatters the company’s expectations

By Eliana Rosen and Molly Wolf
October 21, 2021
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