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Forgotten History: Boston's Molasses Flood

Forgotten History: Boston’s Molasses Flood

Mieren Brown, Staff Writer October 19, 2024

Many things have happened in history that if no one had written it down, you would not believe that it happened. One of these events was the great molasses flood of 1919. While the title itself gives away...

Asking Questions In And Out Of Class Helps Student Get The Most Out Of Education

Asking Questions In And Out Of Class Helps Student Get The Most Out Of Education

D. Emelia Stedman, Editor October 7, 2024

I’ll never forget the last Tuesday in September. “We’re excited to foster collaboration with our college and countries,” said Dr. Katie Lynch, BCC's provost and vice president of Academic Affairs....

Students Urged To Vote And Encourage Others To Vote

Students Urged To Vote And Encourage Others To Vote

Staff report September 23, 2024

If you attended the Welcome Back BBQ on Sept. 12, you should remember seeing ErinMarie Tierney, the associate director of Student Life & Activities, informing students to register and pledge to vote in...

Do You Struggle With Math? Maybe It’s Dyscalculia

Do You Struggle With Math? Maybe It’s Dyscalculia

A column, By Isabel Shaw September 23, 2024

Dyscalculia is not well known or even recognized, but to those who experience this debilitating disorder, the symptoms are very real. Despite maintaining a 4.0, I still felt dumb. You see, I just can’t...

It Pays To Be a Part Of A Community

It Pays To Be a Part Of A Community

A column, By Ismony Darbouze September 20, 2024

Community college is thought by many to be the last choice in the college-decision-making process. No one throws a bed party filled with community college merch, and few high school seniors proudly wear...

'I Am Alone In The Woods With A Rumbling Noise Waiting For Me'

‘I Am Alone In The Woods With A Rumbling Noise Waiting For Me’

Bianca Miller, Staff Writer April 27, 2024

I am routinely a runner at my town's local reservoir when the weather sees fit. Being a woman, my guard is always up in terms of my surroundings, I try my best to be hyper aware of the environment I am...

The Day The World Stood Still

A Column, By Ismony Darbouzer April 16, 2024

I remember that day like it was yesterday. A cold February. The 23rd. 2016. Eight years ago. Endless rain. The water drenched my school uniform until my toes were swimming in my shoe soles, until...

Emergencies Don’t Make Reservations: Be Prepared

Chloe Sullivan, Staff Writer February 11, 2024

Emergencies can happen at any time. And calling 911 can be a stressful thought to some. That’s why it’s best to always be prepared. Glen Runge, 59, previously worked as a police officer and now works...

Struggling To Pay Tuition? Tell Governor Murphy

Kelsey Maki, Brookdale English Professor February 8, 2024

College students cite different reasons for pursuing their degrees, both financial and personal. There’s the quantifiable increase in yearly earnings with each successive level of educational attainment...

Sudan Also Needs Your Attention And Help

Nick Lovallo, Staff Writer December 12, 2023

The war in Sudan has been ongoing for over seven months and needs to come to an end. The war is between Sudan armed forces and the rebel Rapid Support Forces. The fighting started in April in the capital...

An Uncomfortable Conversation Because We Care

An Uncomfortable Conversation Because We Care

December 11, 2023

As we enter the holiday season, it is important to remember that this is not the happiest time of the year for everyone. Final exams, holiday stress and a variety of other issues can make this a very challenging...

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