NECC Observer

The student news website of Northern Essex Community College, Haverhill and Lawrence, Mass.


Courageous Conversations: Giving thanks

By  and        November 30, 2020 Courageous Conversations are one of NECC’s student life traditions and remains true to its name. These conversations are designed to bring students together, so they have a...
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Haverhill small business owners adapt to challenges of 2020

By  and        November 30, 2020 Owning a small business has always been a lot to handle, and as with most things in the year of 2020, it’s now even more difficult. The NECC Observer had a chance to speak with...
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MAICEI program sets up students with disabilities for success

By  and        November 30, 2020 There are many ways for students to access the Northern Essex Community College, whether its as a full-time student, a part-time student, or an Early College Student but there is...
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Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Review

By  and        November 30, 2020 Fans of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild have been anxiously waiting for a sequel ever since it was released in 2017. While it looks like we still have at least a couple...
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College students are coming home for the holidays, and some are not happy about it

By  and        November 30, 2020 As COVID-19 cases continue to rise, college campuses are preparing to send students home for the winter. Many Massachusetts colleges are already primarily online, but plan to...
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NECC Career Center helps students connect with job opportunities

By  and        November 19, 2020 At a time where job hunting is difficult and many students are trying to explore ways to pay off their tuition, students are in a search for the best job opportunities possible....
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Respiratory care professor, residents react to new COVID rules

By  and        November 19, 2020 As Massachusetts COVID-19 cases rise, Governor Baker imposed a curfew and updated mask mandate as of Nov. 6. The Department of Public Health made a statement on their website...
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