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With the death of Pope Francis, the search for someone to fill his shoes is long and grueling with millions of eyes watching the decision carefully .

Pope Francis’ death prompts conclave and search for replacement

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
May 15, 2025

Notable alumni thank West Essex for their current success

By Olivia Di Marco, Justin Misher, Brooke Kupferberg, Sophia Rosen and Dani Tiegel
April 16, 2025
After being arrested in 1996, Ted Kaczynski had his mugshot taken.

Revisiting North Caldwell 1994 Unabomber attack

By Olivia Di Marco and Gabe Herman
April 2, 2025
Woody Walker's 2004 Christmas card of Walker's Pond in 1953 shows how the park used to look.

Walker’s Park remains a prominent part of North Caldwell’s history

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
March 25, 2025
Ruth Millman shares her story to high schoolers to educate them on the Holocaust.

Holocaust survivor visits WE to spread awareness on the Holocaust

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
February 3, 2025

NYC violence breaks through starting the New Year off on the wrong foot

By Dani Tiegel and Olivia Di Marco
January 15, 2025
West Essex sports teams and clubs are looking to enhance the holiday season with various fundraisers and holiday themed activities.

West Essex clubs and groups give back for the season

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
November 26, 2024
Caroline Blanchard connects with her students through her love for history, teaching and reading.

“Documentary Blanchard” proves her high school obsession wasn’t for nothing

By Gabe Herman, Olivia Di Marco and Dani Tiegel
November 26, 2024
(From left) Juliann Hoebee, Dr. Kimberly Westervelt and Amanda Fernicola

Fun facts about the high school’s new admin team

By Dani Tiegel and Olivia Di Marco
October 22, 2024
The Halloween Costume Drive is in full effect located at the main entrance.

Halloween costume drive gives back to the community for spooky season

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
October 15, 2024

Art wing renovations give culinary classes a fresh coat of flavor

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
October 7, 2024

Students react to college protests worldwide

By Olivia Di Marco, Gabe Herman and Dani Tiegel
June 5, 2024
Crumbl Cookies make Mondays sweeter with Mini Mondays

Crumbl Cookies make Mondays sweeter with Mini Mondays

By Olivia Di Marco and Dani Tiegel
May 20, 2024
Sixty seniors joined together to walk the runway making some of their last memories at West Essex. 

Seniors work the runway at annual WEFE Fashion Show

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
May 20, 2024
[VIDEO] School Spotlight for Spring 2024

[VIDEO] School Spotlight for Spring 2024

By Naya AlZarabili, Alexandra Angelo, Ava Belli, Brooke Cheifetz, Ava DeRose, Olivia Di Marco, Sophia Duarte, Evan Hines, Annika Johnson, Lena Korenstein, Carly Levitt, Adelaide Minnella, Justin Misher, Hailey Raymond, Emma Sceppaguercio and Dani Tiegel
April 23, 2024
The 96th Annual Academy Awards occurred on March 10 this year.

2024 Oscars explode with atomic energy

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
March 21, 2024
Eleven West Essex music students were named to Region ensembles. From left: (front row) Daniel Viola, Emma Casper and Noel Marootian; (middle row) Charlotte Casazza, Delaney Piccoli and Luciana Musano; (back row) Kai-an Tsai, Aidan Leifer and Madison Neer (Not pictured: Miles Schmidt and Lexi Ciardella).

West Essex students explore musical passions in Regions

By Emma Sceppaguercio and Olivia Di Marco
February 27, 2024
Season 32 "Dancing with the Stars" contestants Harry Jowsey and Rylee Arnold spark relationship rumors.

“Dancing with the Stars”: popularity or dance contest?

By Dani Tiegel and Olivia Di Marco
December 5, 2023
Meet the new teachers & staff for 2023-24

Meet the new teachers & staff for 2023-24

By Journalism II Staff Report
October 27, 2023

West Essex Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Multicultural Club announcements

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
October 20, 2023
Seniors wore many outfits as they raised money for West Essex classrooms at the WEFE Senior Fashion show on May 21. Organizers said the event raised more than $10,000 for classroom grants.

Seniors take the runway at fashion show

By Olivia Di Marco, News & Features Senior Editor
June 7, 2023
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