Posts tagged as “college life”

(Archive December 2016) Carl & Marsha

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Rachel Vargeletis | Observer Contributor

Marsha looked up from the breakfast table. Her husband Carl was seated across from her, sipping a cup of coffee and reading the morning paper.

Not once did he look up at her and greet those sea-stained eyes. He was sitting across the five foot table, far from the familiar leg he would soothingly rub of the woman he married only years ago. Carl had his routine and Marsha was no longer a part of it, she was an unessential piece to the puzzle.

She looked back down at her half buttered burnt toast and tea, half empty and cold- much like herself. Carl sniffled and turned a page in his newspaper, raising it above his face now. A barrier. read more

(Archive December 2016) Patriots Review

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Scott Mellecker | Observer Contributor

We are officially eleven games into the NFL season and the Pats are holding a nice 9-2 record. Although there are plenty of more games in the win column than the loss column, there is still plenty that needs to be worked on with this team.

The first four games of the season were a nice test for the Patriots without the greatest quarterback of all time, and the team passed with an A+ score. First it was Jimmy Garoppolo who was handed the keys to the offense. With everyone in the world doubting them, Jimmy G pulled off a miraculous victory against the Arizona Cardinals to win the first game of the season. Next up, the Miami Dolphins, who Garoppolo absolutely tore up for the first half of the game. read more

(Archive December 2016) Preview of the Boston Celtics 2016-17 Season

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Nicholas Cherico | Observer Contributor

In the 2015-16 season, the Boston Celtics finished 48-34, their best record since the 2011-12 season. After a first round exit in the playoffs for the second straight season, the Celtics went into the offseason looking for more pieces to build off their success from last year.

After failing to sign top free agent Kevin Durant, the Celtics made arguably their biggest free agent signing in team history. They signed All-Star power forward/center Al Horford to a max deal through the 2020 season. Next to Durant, Horford was the best free agent available. He provides the Celtics with a deadly mid range shot. He also is going to create a lot of scoring opportunities for the guys around him with his versatility. The Celtics have lacked a skillset like this from the big man position in quite some time. read more

(Archive December 2016) Picasso Restaurant & Bar

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Kelly Cacciolfi | Observer Contributor

Picasso Restaurant & Bar has been dedicated to bringing you farm to table cuisine and amazing in-house infusions from the bar for 9 years. Located at 2 Common Street in Barre, Massachusetts Picasso’s is a casual fine dining restaurant that sits right on the Barre common. There is plenty of parking located in the back of the restaurant and on Common Street.

The Restaurant is open Wednesday through Saturday 4:00 – 9:00 pm and Sunday 4:00 – 8:00 pm. It is wheelchair accessible, accepts credit cards, take out, and has live music. They do not have Wi-Fi, TV, delivery service and no dancing. Even though kids are welcome, I would recommend saving your visit for a nice evening out with your significant other or a group of friends. read more

(Archive December 2016) December Music Preview

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Jason Greenough | Web\Social Media Editor

With September, October, and November bringing some of the most anticipated albums of the year, December comes in a bit thin with the amount of music coming out, but the content is nothing to scoff at. With the majority of the releases coming on December 2^nd, There is a good mix of hip-hop and and rock to make everyone happy.

With Comedian and Actor Donald Glover’s hip-hop alter ego, Childish Gambino’s Awaken, My Love! When it lands on the shelves, it will mark the first full-length release from Gambino since 2013’s Gold-Certified record Because The Internet. While his last effort was certified gold earlier this year, the overall reception of the album by critics such as Pitchfork and Spin were less than favorable. read more

(Archive December 2016) United We Stand

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Kelly Cacciolfi | Observer Contributor

United we stand, divided we fall. This is how I feel about what has transpired since this historical election. It’s my opinion that we need to raise our voices, let them be heard, and march in solidarity… peacefully.

Our young children are watching every move, protest, and bad word said. This is not what I choose for my children. I believe we should rise together and make this a cry to our young adults and children to be the change.

I took part in the Post Election Dialog two days after the election in the North Café on the Gardner campus, where what was shared in the circle stayed in the circle. Thoughts that were expressed were ones of fear, anger, helplessness, and happiness. This is a wonderful safe place where on campus, students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to come together and share their thoughts, feelings, and how they will pull through a tough time. read more

(Archive December 2016) Post-Election

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Scott Mellecker | Observer Contributor

It was undoubtedly a heated election. Some people were surprised, and even more people were shocked. It didn’t matter who a person voted for, all were stunned to find out who the winner was.

The recent days following the election have been hectic. Some people are scared, others are protesting, and students are being handed teddy-bears to cuddle. There has never been so much up-heave over an election.

The halls of Mount Wachusett Community College seemed grim. It didn’t seem as if your favorite candidate lost the election, but instead seemed like there was a massive terrorist attack that took out half the country. A look of sadness covered the faces of students at the school. read more

(Archive December 2016) How Mainstream Media Created the Silent Voter

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Rebekah Chiasson | Assistant Editor

Being a communication major and taking multiple journalism classes throughout the 2016 presidential election has been invigorating as well as infuriating. Watching the mainstream media I once aspired to be part of fail to expertly, fairly, and justly report the news on this election was heartbreaking. While learning how to avoid media bias in journalism class, myself and the nation watched national news leaders sway opinions and skew facts.

It culminated to news anchors from channels including CNN, MSNBC, and Fox being forced to admit, “We were wrong.” The day after the election, these networks asked, “Who is the ‘silent voter?’” Where did these Trump supporters come from because mainstream media was oblivious to their existence? The answer – Mainstream media created the silent voter. read more

(Archive December 2016) A Book of Poetry, Coming Soon from Professor David Wyman

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Courtney Wentz | Assistant Editor

David Wyman, a Mount Wachusett Community College Professor, is coming out with a book of poetry. Wyman whom teaches English at MWCC, has been a professor here for approximately 17 or 18 years.

The title of the book is Proletariat Sunrise. Wyman explained the choice of title, “Proletariat is a Marxist term. I discovered I’m a Marxist and that I really don’t like capitalism.” He discovered this about himself while writing his book. According to the professor, the goal of Marxism is to make us more human. read more

(Archive December 2016) Gamers Raise Money for Kids in Need

By editorialteam on September 4, 2024

By Joshua Needham | Observer Contributor

During a 25-hour video game marathon on the weekend of November 5th, team YeahDude Gamers (lead by yours truly) raised $730 to support Boston Children’s Hospital. The game day event is held every year by the Extra Life charity organization through extra-life.org. Gamers from around the country dedicate themselves to playing video games to help raise money for Children’s Miracle Network hospitals.

Many people in the Gardner and surrounding areas are familiar with the annual Relay for Life, a multi-day walk to raise money for cancer research, and Extra Life runs in a similar manner. Instead of walking to show their support, people from all over play video games for a full day. Some people will live-stream their gameplay to services such as Twitch.tv – a partner of the Extra Life charity and the top-dog when it comes to video game streaming services – while others will just play in the comfort of their own home and spread the word through social media. read more