NECC Observer

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


Chief Hobbs reflects on community policing

Chief Hobbs from the Northern Essex Community College Public Safety Department values community engagement. “Building relations within the community to address their needs and...
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Stuff-a-bear event is a hit

On Monday Feb. 13, the Office of Student Life at Northern Essex Community College hosted their event “Stuff-A-Bear.” This event took place in the first floor lobby in the John...
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Students weigh in on campus events at NECC

Northern Essex Community college is known for how proactive and engaging they are with their students and community. Today I walked around campus to ask students about the...
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Getting to know Professor William Gleed

William Gleed, 60, is a NECC professor with a master’s degree in poetry from the University of New Hampshire. He has also taught at Middlesex Community College, Hesser College...
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A talk with some NECC alumni

Throughout the years, Northern Essex has been a place for many people, young and old, to further their education. Since it was established in 1961, Northern Essex has helped many...
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Getting to know Kenoza Lake

As students and faculty make their way to the Haverhill campus each day, they’re greeted by the familiar sight of Kenoza Lake glistening in the sun as they drive past Winnikini...
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Tipping culture

Families and friends often come together to grab a bite to eat at a restaurant to be able to sit down and enjoy each other‘s company, drinks and good food, as well as good...
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Alumni share stories: Dynamic Duo share memories of their times at NECC in interview

Northern Essex Community College opened its doors on the new Haverhill campus in 1971 to more than 2,300 students, and has since then yielded numerous possibilities for academics...
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