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A poem: The Haverhill Commons
The Haverhill Commons is in, in fact, not a commonplace at all, But a very rare spot indeed; For there are no pretty artifacts, unless made of cardboard and paper, No diamonds or ore, No rare metals that make it a mine, But, yes, it is a rarety of character,…
Speechapalooza returns to NECC
Have you ever felt like your voice is not loud enough or not heard enough? Well, don’t feel bad, you’re not alone. Come join us at Speechapalooza 2026 and be part of an unforgettable experience! Why join Speechapalooza? Speechapalooza is a Northern Essex student event that celebrates free speech and…
Anti-trans laws in the United States
Politics is like a pendulum; it goes from one extreme to another, and if you’re lucky eventually it will slow down, and you’ll end up somewhere in the center. Right now, it is hard to see the center, with all the right-wing rhetoric and a resurgence in anti-trans rhetoric and…
Graduation anxiety
I wanted to write this story because I feel like its not talked about as often as I feel like it should. Because it’s a real thing and it should be known. So, I’m graduating this semester, and something that I have been thinking about is my current classes and…
A24 redefines film for millennials and Gen Z
When viewers are looking for a movie and come across an auteur-driven film, theminimalist A24 logo often appears on the screen. For Millennials and Gen Zers alike, that logo is the recognizable brand for new and old generations of cinephiles. A24 is an independent award-winning global entertainment company, known for…
Spurk C building bucket burden
For about a month, the ceiling inside Spurk building on the third floor has been nonstop leaking water. Buckets have been placed all over the hallways to collect the water. Staff and students are forced to walk around the buckets making it hard to navigate the hall, especially for students…
Why you need an elevator pitch (or two…)
Hi! I’m Katie, and I’m the Coordinator for Career Services at NECC. I spend most of my days helping students explore career paths, navigate career changes, and build the career skills they need to succeed after graduation. One tool I’ve seen make a surprising difference is an elevator pitch. Whether…
The president of the United States believes people with learning disabilities should not be president
The President of the United States believes people with learning disabilities should not be president. “Honestly, I am all for people with learning disabilities, but not for my president. I don’t think a president should have a learning disability.” said Donald Trump in a recent comment made to reporters. This…
A whirlwind of unwanted life changes
The 2026 Spring Commencement will mark 10 years since I graduated from NECC and stood upon the stage to present the 2016 Student Senate Gift to the school as the Student Senate President. Ten years is a long time, and a lot can happen in a person’s life. My life…
Venezuela wins World Baseball Classic in upset victory
In the final game of the World Baseball Classic, Venezuela won their first world championship in what was an upset victory over the heavily favored United States. With star pitchers Eduardo Rodriguez and Ranger Suarez on the roster, and position players like Salvador Perez, Willson Contreras, Wilyer Abreu, Luis…
