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The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

The independent student newspaper of Northeastern University

The Huntington News

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North End residents hold on to heritage as community changes

October 4, 2018
The North End is one of Boston's distinct communities, with its own unique history, food, music and community values that have sustained generations.
Northeastern students attend summit as 30 Under 30 scholars

Northeastern students attend summit as 30 Under 30 scholars

October 4, 2018
The Forbes 30 under 30 summit came to Boston for the fifth time this year, bringing with it a variety of speakers, events and motivated attendees.
Locals gather to enjoy Moakley Park and strategize climate readiness

Locals gather to enjoy Moakley Park and strategize climate readiness

Avery Bleichfeld October 3, 2018
The Parks and Recreation and Environmental Departments hosted an event at Moakley Park to bring the community together and discuss the anticipated effects of climate change.
Ashton Chan, at right, of Waltham smokes with Michael Gordon of Framingham Sunday at the Boston Freedom Rally for legalized marijuana Sunday, Sept. 16 on Boston Common. / Photo by Riley Robinson

Mayor Walsh issues statement following Boston Freedom Rally

October 3, 2018
Mayor Walsh issued a statement on the Boston Freedom Rally detailing his disappointment in the state the Boston Common was left in after the event.
College students from the greater Boston area swarmed the exhibits during College Night Friday, September 21 at the Museum of Science. / Photo by Riley Robinson

College students enjoy free night at Museum of Science

September 29, 2018
College Night grants students free admission to all permanent and temporary exhibits which normally cost $28 dollars per person.
Changes to the MBTA's fare collection system will allow riders to board the green line at all doors. / Photo by Catherine Argyrople

MBTA changes will allow riders to board at every door

Avery Bleichfeld September 26, 2018
In an effort to increase accessibility for riders, the new fare collection system will accept payment by smartphones, contactless credit cards.
Courtney Leonard, the CEO and founder of HerVision Media and Consulting and Timanni Walker, a brand strategist at MullenLowe, spoke at the Aspiring and Inspiring Millennial Women of Color event. / Photo by Zach Carmosino

[UPDATED] Women of color discuss their professional experiences

September 26, 2018
Organized by the Big Sister Association of Greater Boston, the event was about connecting and empowering young women of color.
Flames Restaurant II on Huntington Avenue displays campaign poster for Suffolk County district attorney candidate Rachael Rollins in its window. / Photo by Brian Bae

Boston businesses endorse candidates — democratically

September 26, 2018
Some local businesses tend to outsource the management of their window space to the community, letting them decide who and what deserves a spot in the window.
Volunteers for Violence in Boston collect donations for residents of the Merrimack Valley affected by unexpected gas explosions. / Photo courtesy Violence in Boston

Boston organizations help Merrimack Valley community

September 26, 2018
Organizations in Boston were met with overwhelming support by locals when they collected money and supplies for Merrimack Valley residents.
Citizens from all around the commonwealth gathered at the Massachusetts State House for the 17th annual Massachusetts 9/11 Commemoration. / Photo by Dylan Shen, deputy photo editor

City of Boston pays tribute to victims of 9/11 attacks

Corey Dockser September 20, 2018
For many, the annual commemoration is a bittersweet affair. While connecting with others is generally uplifting, reliving the tragedy that caused so many years of grief is painful.
Three years have passed since the decriminalization of recreational use of marijuana in Massachusetts for those 21 and over, and for some, it is still a polarizing issue.

Cannabis connoisseurs celebrate 29th Freedom Rally

Aidan McGovern and Guy Ovadia September 19, 2018
Weed entrepreneurs and recreational pot users assembled at the 29th Boston Freedom Rally this weekend to support nationwide legalization.
Double Up Food Bucks will make produce more affordable for SNAP families. / Photo by Dylan Shen, staff photographer

Boston welcomes nutrition-focused food assistance program

September 19, 2018
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program launched a new incentive, Double Up Food Bucks, making food more affordable, accessible, and culturally-relevant for EBT card users.