NECC Observer

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


The new normal: An essential worker’s efforts to stay safe and sane

Courtesy photo             Cindy Mejia, 32, is a Lawrence resident, former NECC student, fitness coach and essential employee during the COVID-19 pandemic, as a buyer for Asahi...
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Conversations in quarantine

The spread of coronavirus across the United States has resulted in many people staying at home, thus reducing physical interaction. Nevertheless, some businesses need to...
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A slow return to normalcy

How will the country look in September? Well, the short answer would be no one knows for certain. The lives of every American has been turned upside down in recent months....
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The pandemic life: Coping with COVID-19

 So, we’ve been in quarantine for almost two months now. Everything in the world has changed.You’re only allowed to go out for essential items and activities. People are wearing...
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Books: Not just for boomers

Student battles boredom with war stories As the weekly hunt for activities around the house continues, many of us are still left empty-handed and bored. I managed to find refuge...
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Quarantine crafts: Extrovert rediscovers old habits to keep busy

During the outbreak of COVID-19, many of us have been affected, journalists included. We are required to change our lifestyles, both at home and out in public. Some introverts...
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7th Stage: A student brand

A small sketch can become the beginning of your very own brand if executed properly. NECC student Wilfred Acosta is a prime example of that.  Wilfred Acosta took an idea and...
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