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Rachel Levine

Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief

Rachel Levine is a 2022-2023 Editor in chief for the Wessex Wire! She enjoys running, going to the beach, and listening to music. She also loves spending time with her family and friends. 

 

All content by Rachel Levine

TikTok serves as both a cultural reset and a potential downfall

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
April 28, 2023
People are more compelled to watch films on streaming services than enjoy the movie theater experience. Editor-in-chief Rachel Levine mourns the closure of Bowtie Cinemas in Caldwell.

Sit back, relax but watch out for movie theaters’ downfall

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
April 18, 2023
Concentrating on simply memorizing information derails from learning information through creativity.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU? Projects don’t broaden our horizons anymore

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
April 17, 2023
Educator and nature lover Alan Woodworth balances his passions both in and out of the classroom.

Woodworth travels across the map but will always remain grounded

By Lindsey Leitner and Rachel Levine
March 3, 2023
It’s tough to enjoy the beach when you are drowning in assignments rather than swimming in the water.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU? Students simply can’t catch a break

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
February 28, 2023
Alec Baldwin awaits trial after Oct 2021 incident that left one dead and another wounded.

“Rust” shooting aftermath: Baldwin charged with involuntary manslaughter

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
February 9, 2023
The beautiful game of soccer proves its unreplicable ability to bring people together. West Essex followed the world’s lead, joining together as a community to embrace the excitement of the games.

The World Cup enhances national pride and unity

By Lindsey Leitner, Rachel Levine and Brooke Murphy
January 13, 2023
Students must start living in the present and recognize that time is too precious to let pass by.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU? Time can’t stand still, and neither can we

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
January 9, 2023
Sona Yeghiazaryan

Sona Yeghiazaryan

By Rachel Levine, Brooke Murphy and Lindsey Leitner
November 4, 2022
A sometimes unrecgonized stressor, 11:59 p.m. deadlines create unnecessary angst.

DOES IT BOTHER YOU? Life doesn’t stop at midnight, neither should our deadlines

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
November 4, 2022
Fans try to connect the dots to all of their favorite true crime mysteries.

Rise in media coverage incites true crime takeover in the United States

By Lindsey Leitner, Rachel Levine and Brooke Murphy
November 4, 2022

“Question…” What if we told you Taylor Swift’s a “mastermind”?

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
November 1, 2022
New Colleen Hoover book brings readers back to the lives' of their favorite characters.

‘It Starts With Us’ set to reignite beloved story

By Rachel Levine and Sophia Rosen
November 1, 2022
Lucia Bazzarelli: A teacher for some, an inspiration to all

Lucia Bazzarelli: A teacher for some, an inspiration to all

By Rachel Levine, Haleigh Farese and Catherine Khitiri
June 20, 2022
DOES IT BOTHER YOU: Your peers are more than just a grade

DOES IT BOTHER YOU: Your peers are more than just a grade

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
June 20, 2022
The long-awaited book-turned-TV-show "The Summer I Turned Pretty" will brighten our lives and television screens this June.

“The Summer I Turned Pretty” TV series is destined to add sunshine to our lives

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
May 19, 2022
Women in the music industry have the power to inspire their fans beyond taking the stage.

Spring has sprung, and so has women empowerment

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
March 25, 2022
"The Dropout" is a must-watch docuseries that began streaming on Hulu as of March 3.

“The Dropout” convinces viewers to expect the unexpected

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
March 16, 2022
Mixed emotions arise when the "holiday of love" roams around.

Valentine’s Day: A bittersweet holiday

By Ally Uhlendorf, Rachel Levine, Molly Simon and Isabella DeRose
March 3, 2022
The Karate Kid franchise continues to dominate the entertainment industry in "Cobra Kai" which has just wrapped up its fourth season.

Reboots: Did they sink or swim?

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
February 11, 2022
With its continuous growth in popularity, "TikTok" is taking the world by storm and opening doors for many.

TikTok’s influence reaches beyond pure superficial entertainment

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
February 8, 2022
Born in 1922, Betty White fulfilled a long and successful career, holding the Guinness Book of World Records for "Longest TV Career for a Female Entertainer."

Thank you for being a friend, Betty White

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
January 11, 2022
The newly discovered omicron variant of coronavirus is lowering the chances for the elimination of masks.

Sudden spread of omicron variant stuns the world

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
December 7, 2021
Country/pop sensation Taylor Swift continues to provide fans with re-recordings of her past albums to claim the music as her own.

Taylor Swift reinvents her “Reputation” through re-recording her music

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
December 3, 2021

Details emerge about unsafe working conditions on set of fatal Alec Baldwin film

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
November 2, 2021
"Easy On Me"

Adele’s “Easy on Me” highlights her powerful comeback

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
October 20, 2021
Masquers cast rehearses for the spring 2021 musical, "A Knight at the Theater" set to be available to buy and stream June 18. Check out their instagram @masquersofwestessex

REVIEW: Masquers deliver online joy with ‘Knight at the Theatre’

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
June 22, 2021
“Friends: The Reunion,” streaming on HBO Max, is an hour and a half of pure joy and nostalgia.

REVIEW: ‘Friends: The Reunion’ brings fan-favorites back to life

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
June 11, 2021
Review: Olivia Rodrigo's new album is far from 'SOUR'

Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s new album is far from ‘SOUR’

By Isabella DeRose, Ally Uhlendorf, Isabelle Farina, Catherine Khitiri and Rachel Levine
June 8, 2021
Students have been forced to adapt to an at-home learning environment.

OPINION: A lost year? Instead, focus on what we found

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
May 12, 2021
There's many factors to having the "perfect" Instagram feed, but the most important thing is to have fun with your photos.

The secrets to becoming Instagram chic

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
March 12, 2021
Freshman Seminar aims to inspire

Freshman Seminar aims to inspire

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
December 20, 2020
Motivation speaker Mykee Fowlin came on Nov. 13 to speak to underclassmen.

Motivational speaker highlights the beauty of being different

By Rachel Levine, Editor in Chief
January 8, 2020
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