(Photo courtesy of: People) “Comedian Pete Davidson and musician Bad Bunny hosted the first two episodes of SNL’s 49th season.” Allison Parker Connector Editor The popular NBC late-night comedy show “Saturday Night Live” returned for its 49th season on Oct. 14. This release has been highly anticipated following the temporary cancellation of the show due…
Student cry for gluten-free dining options
(Photo courtesy of: AllRecipies) “Students want gluten-free pasta, the way there is gluten pasta.” Morgan Mylon Connector Staff Gluten intolerance, otherwise known as celiac disease is a condition that causes your stomach to react when eating gluten, damaging the small intestine. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and triticale. Gluten acts like…
When bingo goes glamorous with Gigi Glam
(Photo courtesy of Julie Sage) “Gigi Glam taking center stage showing off one of the prizes offered for Drag Bingo.” Julie Sage Connector Staff “Drag” and “bingo” are not two words commonly heard together, but the Drag Bingo event held on October 11 showed that it should be done more often. The event was run…
Press release: Merrimack Repertory Theatre opens 2023-2023 season with “Gaslight”
(Photo courtesy of Merrimack Repertory Theatre site) “Promotional picture for the Theatre’s rendition of the play ‘Gaslight’.” Lynn Sullivan Connector Contributor The Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) is proud to begin its 2023-2024 season with the world premiere of award-winning playwright Steven Deitz’s Gaslight. Produced in partnership with the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company, this new psychological thriller…
Coffe and Cotton employees go on strike at Mill No. 5
(Photo courtesy of Steven O’Hara). “Coffe and Cotton employees striking outside of Mill No.5.” Eric Schultz, Lydia Robert and Connor Malito Connector Contributors On October 4th, Coffee and Cotton employees walked out to protest the working conditions and managerial mistreatment. For the residents of Lowell and surrounding towns, Coffee and Cotton is a beloved establishment…
United States Labor Shortages
(Photo courtesy of deputy). “‘Help Wanted’ sign posted to door.” Nicholas Ewing Connector Contributor The United States is experiencing a labor shortage in its economy right now, as characterized by low unemployment and a large need for labor to keep the economy running. This labor shortage is caused by behavioral changes induced by COVID-19 and…
Israel intensifies response to Hamas attack
(Photo courtesy of BBC). “Picture of Gaza after bombing.” Jonathan Hatem Connector Contributor Friday, October 13, Israel issued evacuation notices to 1.1 million Palestinians in Northern Gaza, as a part of Israel’s ongoing response to an October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas. Palestinians were given twenty-four hours to evacuate. On October 7, members of…
Temperatures are on the rise and so is Climate Change
(Photo courtesy of University of Exeter). “Person holding a sign that says ‘There’s No Planet B’.” Jonathan Hatem Connector Staff On September 7, a group of Extinction Rebellion protesters stopped the U.S. Open semifinals between Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova for 49 minutes. On September 15, protesters outside the Museum of Modern Art in New…
