Observer Department: Features
Tips to start a fitness journey
We are only a few weeks into this New Year, and if your New Years’ resolution to eat better, work out, and better your mental health is at a halt especially if you aren’t seeing results right away. I have the tips and tricks for you to be successful. I…
The positives and negatives of social media
I remember when I first got Facebook when I was 13 years old. It was my first social media account and I was so excited. I remember my father telling me, “pretend like I can read everything you write and only publish what you think is appropriate.” That has stuck…
Reconsidering screen time
During these challenging times, we seem to have a greater relationship with our devices to fill the void of our boredom, especially in the beginning of the pandemic when the entire world was on lockdown and all we could do was binge watch Tiger King on Netflix, make whipped coffee…
Holidays in a pandemic
No matter what your typical traditions may entail, this holiday season is most definitely going to look a little different this year. With the aim to keep family members and loved ones safe, many people are avoiding huge family parties or going out at all. “This year’s going to be…
COVID-19 consolation: Vaccine is light at the end of the pandemic tunnel
On Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, the Food and Drug Administration approved the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for emergency use in the United States. For many, this is a long-awaited relief and for others a cause for further concern. Jocelyn Avila, 20, of North Andover, says she would like to get the vaccine after seeing how it works for others. Mirrorajah Metcalfe, 19,…
PPE everywhere: The pandemic has led to increased littering
At this point, people all over, young and old, are familiar with personal protective equipment, of PPE, like masks and gloves. Mirrorajah Metcalfe, 19, of Haverhill wears PPE when she goes to work at Market Basket and disposes of it in a trash can when done. Jocelyn Avila, 20, of North Andover uses gloves and reusable masks as…
How NECC students plan to spend the holidays this winter break
As Christmas, New Years, and winter break swiftly approach, one semester at NECC is coming to an end. Because the coronavirus pandemic caused significant disarray for most throughout the last several months, many are feeling excited and relieved about this upcoming conclusion. After speaking with numerous NECC students regarding their…
An overview of Fall Semester 2020
2020 has been a roller-coaster of a year, and it has been something that we have never experienced in our lives before and would be some story to tell to future generations. Most adults who work regular nine to five jobs were affected with this on-going pandemic through the first…
A youthful Christmas
It is that time of the year again… Christmas season is upon us. The holidays have a way of brining us back to the childhood memories of family and presents. For the holiday spirit we thought it would be nice to interview kids ranging from ages 3-10 about their up-and-coming…
Redefining relationships during COVID: How the pandemic has changed the way we socialize
People are naturally social creatures, so it should come as no surprise that a pandemic which is best fought with isolation, would take a toll on our relationships. Jocelyn Avila, 20, of North Andover, has noticed a change in her relationships during the pandemic. Avila, who studies journalism and communications and works at a Digital Federal Credit Union as a customer service representative, says it has been…
