NECC Observer

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


Bittersweet experience at NECC

By        April 26, 2023 When I decided to start my academic journey, I did it thinking that at this point of my life, being 45 years old, I was not looking for the certificate itself. I was looking for...
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Students and faculty opposed to removal of student resources coordinator position

By        April 26, 2023 College administrators have proposed eliminating the position of Civic Engagement, Service-Learning, and Community Resources Coordinator. Since 2015, working on developing plans...
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Holding the debt ceiling hostage: MAGA Republicans do not want to pay America’s bills

By        April 26, 2023 MAGA Republicans in Congress are holding raising the debt ceiling hostage unless their demands are met and will not consider passing a seperate bill that would involve budget...
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Panel focuses on book banning and intellectual freedom

By        April 26, 2023 On Wednesday April 12th Northern Essex Community College hosted a panel discussion about book banning and intellectual freedom event that took place in Lecture Hall (A) in the...
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Coach promoted to full-time in new role

By        April 26, 2023 Darren Stratton, the current Men’s basketball coach has been given the newly created role of Assistant Director of Auxiliary Services for transportation and athletics. Athletic...
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Francesca Nival named next Volleyball head coach

By        April 26, 2023 NECC has found its next Volleyball head coach, Franchesca Nival. Athletic director, Dan Blair announced the hiring earlier this year.   “My goal is not just be a coach but being...
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Knight defeat SeaWolves 12-5

By        April 26, 2023 On April 19th Northern Essex (22-6) tops Southern Maine community college (16-12) 12-5 at Trinity stadium.  Starter Alex Sweeney of Raymond, NH (3-1) struggled with his command...
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