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“Smile” will leave you doing just that

“Smile” will leave you doing just that

(Photo courtesy of MOVIES and MANIA) “”Smile” has been number 1 at the United States box office for two weeks.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor “Smile” is the newest big title from the horror movie genre and released Friday on September 30th. This movie was written and directed by Parker Finn, a renowned horror film screenwriter,

Celtics head coach Ime Udoka suspended for entirety of the 2022-2023 season

(Photo courtesy of Blazersedge.com) “Head coach Ime Udoka of the Boston Celtics.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor Catastrophe has struck the Boston Celtics after recent allegations have surfaced accusing head coach Ime Udoka of violating the team’s code of conduct. Udoka has been a prominent figure in the NBA, previously gaining reputation from his eight years

UMass Lowell’s Indigenous Signage Project

(Photo courtesy, William Wood) “William Wood’s 1634 map showing locations of Pawtucket Sagamores James and John” Steven O’Hara Connector Staff A recent project is in its final stages at UMass Lowell, highlighting the history of Indigenous people and bringing to light many of the local unknown tragedies that they have experienced. Signs depicting many instances

“5SOS5” is a strong return for the beloved band

(Photo courtesy of Billboard) 5 Seconds of Summer returns with a new album to remind listeners of their sound Tyler Browne Connector Contributor Over two years after their last release with 2020’s “CALM,” Australian pop band 5 Seconds of Summer have returned with “5SOS5,” their fifth studio release. The album is a shift in sound

Venezuelan migrants flown to Martha’s Vineyard; Was it legal?

(Photo Courtesy of WBUR) “A Venezuelan mother holds her frightened daughter as they were flown to Martha’s Vineyard by Governor Ron DeSantis (R, FL).” Jose Zamora Connector Editor On September 14th, a chartered flight from Texas arrived in Martha’s Vineyard carrying 50 Venezuelan migrants. The plane promptly dropped the migrants off on the island and

A Dart Board And Dippin’ Dots

(Photo courtesy of Dippin’ Dots) “Dippin’ Dots in a cup, similar to the ones that caused a stir with students.” Julie Sage Connector Staff Last Thursday, Fall Fest, hosted by FAHSS and the College of Health Sciences, was heavily populated by students for free Dippin’ Dots and a story-tall dartboard. Students could also drive a

Jonathan Lemire visits UMass Lowell

(Photo Courtesy of WYPR) “Jonathan Lemire is the author of the New York Times Bestseller “The Big Lie.”” Qinglong Diep Connector Staff In a forum organized jointly with Learning in Retirement Association (LIRA) and UMass Lowell, the conversation moderated by John Cluverius of the Political Science department focuses on Jonathan Lemire’s newest book titled The