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Alexis Santoro

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Crime Log: Wednesday, March 22 to Friday, March 31

Crime Log: Wednesday, March 22 to Friday, March 31

Alexis Santoro, news staff
April 28, 2023

Wednesday, March 22  12:29 a.m.  A caller reported an individual hanging out of a window and smoking at 780 Columbus Ave. The area was checked.  6:54 a.m.  A caller reported two individuals...

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Crime Log: Saturday, April 1 to Thursday, April 13

Crime Log: Saturday, April 1 to Thursday, April 13

Alexis Santoro, news staff
April 27, 2023

Saturday, April 1  1:48 a.m.  A caller reported locating possible drugs in 84 The Fenway. Services rendered.  12:06 p.m.  A caller reported suspicious activity off campus. A report was...

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Crime Log: Friday, March 3 to Wednesday, March 8

Crime Log: Friday, March 3 to Wednesday, March 8

Alexis Santoro, news staff
April 5, 2023

Friday, March 3  12:12 a.m.  A caller reported an individual sleeping in the Curry Student Center. The individual was sent on their way.  12:37 a.m.  A caller reported a coyote chasing...

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Crime Log: Wednesday, Feb. 15 to Thursday, March 2

Crime Log: Wednesday, Feb. 15 to Thursday, March 2

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 30, 2023

Wednesday, Feb. 15  12:51 a.m.  A caller reported an individual refusing to leave Dodge Hall. The area was checked.  1:55 a.m.  A caller reported an intoxicated individual in West Village...

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Crime Log: Friday, Feb. 3 to Tuesday, Feb. 14

Crime Log: Friday, Feb. 3 to Tuesday, Feb. 14

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 18, 2023

Friday, Feb. 3  12:23 a.m.  A caller reported an individual loitering near Ryder Hall. The individual was sent on their way.  2:19 a.m.  A caller reported their jacket stolen from Gainsborough...

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Crime Log: Tuesday, Jan. 17 to Thursday, Feb. 2

Crime Log: Tuesday, Jan. 17 to Thursday, Feb. 2

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 2, 2023

Tuesday, Jan. 17  1:15 a.m.  A caller reported their laundry stolen from East Village, or EV. A report was filed.  3:17 a.m.  A caller reported an individual sleeping in the stairwell of...

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Crime Log: Sunday, Jan. 1 to Monday, Jan. 16

Crime Log: Sunday, Jan. 1 to Monday, Jan. 16

Alexis Santoro, news staff
February 10, 2023

Sunday, Jan. 1  12:43 a.m.  Caller reported an individual loitering near the Renaissance Park Garage. The individual was sent on their way.  3:54 a.m.  An individual known to trespass was...

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Crime Log: Friday, Dec. 16 to Saturday, Dec. 31

Crime Log: Friday, Dec. 16 to Saturday, Dec. 31

Alexis Santoro, news staff
January 15, 2023

Friday, Dec. 16 12:47 a.m.  A caller reported an individual yelling near the Cabot Physical Education Center. The individual was sent on their way.  8:21 a.m.  A caller reported an individual...

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Crime Log: Friday, Dec. 2 to Thursday, Dec. 15

Crime Log: Friday, Dec. 2 to Thursday, Dec. 15

Alexis Santoro, news staff
January 15, 2023

Friday, Dec. 2  12:03 a.m.  A caller reported suspicious activity in LightView. Services rendered.  12:27 a.m.  A caller reported items in the stairwell of Hastings Hall. The area was checked.  4:24...

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Crime Log: Tuesday, Nov. 22 to Thursday, Dec. 1

Crime Log: Tuesday, Nov. 22 to Thursday, Dec. 1

Alexis Santoro, news staff
December 20, 2022

Tuesday, Nov. 22  1:42 a.m.  A caller reported an individual harassing passersby in Forsyth Circle. The individual was sent on their way. 2:25 a.m.  A caller reported an individual laying...

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Crime Log: Monday, Nov. 14 to Monday, Nov. 21

Crime Log: Monday, Nov. 14 to Monday, Nov. 21

Alexis Santoro, news staff
December 20, 2022

Monday, Nov. 14  1:11 p.m.  A caller reported being electronically extorted for money or compromising images would be released on social media. A report was filed.  2:30 p.m.  A caller...

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Crime Log: Tuesday, Nov. 8 to Sunday, Nov. 13

Crime Log: Tuesday, Nov. 8 to Sunday, Nov. 13

Alexis Santoro, news staff
December 7, 2022

Tuesday, Nov. 8  2:34 a.m. A caller reported being threatened with a knife in Ruggles Station. A report was filed.  3:00 a.m.  A caller reported an individual loitering in the lobby of Davenport...

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Crime Log: Tuesday, Nov. 1 to Monday, Nov. 7

Crime Log: Tuesday, Nov. 1 to Monday, Nov. 7

Alexis Santoro, news staff
December 7, 2022

Tuesday, Nov. 1 11:03 a.m. A caller reported an individual shoplifted from Wollaston’s Market in Marino Recreation Center. A report was filed. 2:00 p.m. A caller reported an electronic immigration...

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Crime Log: Saturday, Oct. 22 to Monday, Oct. 31

Crime Log: Saturday, Oct. 22 to Monday, Oct. 31

Alexis Santoro, news staff
December 1, 2022

Saturday, Oct. 22 12:16 a.m. A caller reported an intoxicated individual in West Village A. The individual was transported to the hospital. 12:53 a.m. A caller reported an intoxicated individual...

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Crime Log: Saturday, Oct. 1 to Wednesday, Oct. 12

Crime Log: Saturday, Oct. 1 to Wednesday, Oct. 12

Alexis Santoro, news staff
November 5, 2022

Saturday, Oct. 1  12:46 a.m.  A caller reported a loud party off-campus. Services rendered.  2:20 a.m.  A caller reported a possible fight near Hemenway Street. The individual was sent...

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Crime Log: Saturday, Sept. 17 to Friday, Sept. 30

Crime Log: Saturday, Sept. 17 to Friday, Sept. 30

Alexis Santoro, news staff
November 5, 2022

Saturday, Sept. 17  1:31 a.m.  A caller reported an intoxicated individual on Forsyth Way. The individual was transported to the hospital.  3:36 a.m.  A caller reported individuals being...

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Crime Log: Friday, April 8 to Monday, April 18

Crime Log: Friday, April 8 to Monday, April 18

Alexis Santoro, news staff
April 22, 2022

Friday, April 8 2:29 a.m.  A caller reported a loud party in the Westin Hotel. Services rendered.  7:42 a.m.  A caller reported an individual in the YMCA who has caused issues in the past....

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Crime Log: Thursday, March 17 to Friday, March 25

Crime Log: Thursday, March 17 to Friday, March 25

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 27, 2022

Thursday, March 17 10:15 a.m.  Officers were flagged down about an individual kicking the ATM machine in Ruggles. Transit Police, or TPD, assumed jurisdiction.  10:30 a.m.  A caller reported...

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Crime Log: Wednesday, March 9  to Wednesday, March 16

Crime Log: Wednesday, March 9 to Wednesday, March 16

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 18, 2022

Wednesday, March 9  11:06 a.m.  Officers received an emergency hang up call from Kennedy Hall. The area was checked.  11:42 a.m.  A caller reported an individual entered Davenport A without...

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Crime Log: Thursday, March 3 to Tuesday, March 8

Crime Log: Thursday, March 3 to Tuesday, March 8

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 10, 2022

Thursday, March 3  12:00 p.m. A caller from LightView reported unauthorized purchases on their credit card. A report was filed.  1:17 p.m.  Officers received a general fire alarm from the...

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Crime log: Wednesday, Feb. 23 to Wednesday, March 2

Crime log: Wednesday, Feb. 23 to Wednesday, March 2

Alexis Santoro, news staff
March 5, 2022

Wednesday, Feb. 23  6:47 a.m.  A caller reported a known individual stole their phone and jacket from the Westin Hotel. A report was filed.  8:45 a.m.  A caller reported an unknown vehicle...

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Crime Log: Tuesday, Feb. 15 - Tuesday, Feb. 22

Crime Log: Tuesday, Feb. 15 – Tuesday, Feb. 22

Alexis Santoro, news staff
February 28, 2022

Tuesday, Feb. 15 11:42 a.m.  A caller reported an individual used another individual’s ID to enter Davenport B. Services rendered.  1:38 p.m.  A caller reported two individuals going into...

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Crime Log: Monday, Feb. 7 - Monday, Feb. 14

Crime Log: Monday, Feb. 7 – Monday, Feb. 14

Alexis Santoro, news staff
February 17, 2022

Monday, Feb. 7  1:40 p.m.  Officers responded to a motor vehicle accident on Massachusetts Avenue. BPD assumed jurisdiction.  7:51 p.m.  A caller reported their key fob stolen from LightView....

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Crime Log Sunday, Jan. 30 - Sunday, Feb. 6

Crime Log Sunday, Jan. 30 – Sunday, Feb. 6

Alexis Santoro, news staff
February 15, 2022

Sunday, Jan. 30  1:27 a.m.  A caller reported an intoxicated individual in International Village, or IV. The individual was transported to the hospital.  2:41 a.m.  A caller reported the...

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Crime Log: Tuesday, Jan. 25 – Saturday, Jan. 29

Crime Log: Tuesday, Jan. 25 – Saturday, Jan. 29

Alexis Santoro, news staff
February 14, 2022

Tuesday, Jan. 25  12:22 a.m.  A caller reported an individual entered International Village, or IV, without swiping in. The area was checked.  11:53 a.m.  A caller reported an unknown individual...

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Crime Log: Monday, Jan. 17 to Monday Jan. 24

Crime Log: Monday, Jan. 17 to Monday Jan. 24

Alexis Santoro, news staff
February 5, 2022

Monday, Jan. 17  12:04 a.m.  A caller reported observing individuals push a planter down the street near West Village C. Services rendered.  1:25 a.m. A caller reported an intoxicated individual...

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Crime Log: Thursday, Nov. 18 to Thursday, Dec. 2

Crime Log: Thursday, Nov. 18 to Thursday, Dec. 2

Alexis Santoro, news staff
December 11, 2021

Thursday, Nov. 18  12:18 p.m.  A caller reported the possible smell of marijuana in the Westin Hotel. The area was checked.  2:47 a.m.  A caller reported an individual entered Stetson East...

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Crime Log: Monday, Nov. 8 to Sunday Nov. 14

Crime Log: Monday, Nov. 8 to Sunday Nov. 14

Alexis Santoro, news staff
November 30, 2021

Monday, Nov. 8  12:49 p.m.  A caller reported their skateboard was stolen from the International Village dining hall. A report was filed.  12:50 p.m.  A caller reported an electric scooter...

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Crime log: Sunday, Oct. 31 to Saturday, Nov. 7

Crime log: Sunday, Oct. 31 to Saturday, Nov. 7

Alexis Santoro, news staff
November 29, 2021

Sunday, Oct. 31  12:43 a.m.  A caller reported a loud party in West Village B. The area was checked.  1:12 a.m.  A caller reported two individuals used the same ID to enter Speare Hall....

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Crime log: Sunday, Oct. 24 to Saturday, Oct. 30

Crime log: Sunday, Oct. 24 to Saturday, Oct. 30

Alexis Santoro, news staff
November 29, 2021

Sunday, Oct. 24  12:24 a.m.  A caller reported an intoxicated individual on Massachusetts Avenue. The individual was transported to the hospital.  1:45 a.m.  A caller reported malicious...

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Crime log: Thursday, Oct. 14 to Saturday, Oct. 23 

Crime log: Thursday, Oct. 14 to Saturday, Oct. 23 

Alexis Santoro, news staff
October 29, 2021

Thursday, Oct. 14  4:10 a.m.  A caller reported their bike stolen from Columbus Avenue. A report was filed.  12:17 p.m.  A caller reported an individual possibly urinating in bushes near...

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Crime log: Tuesday, Oct. 5 to Wednesday, Oct. 13 

Crime log: Tuesday, Oct. 5 to Wednesday, Oct. 13 

Alexis Santoro, news staff
October 24, 2021

Tuesday, Oct. 5  9:15 a.m.  There was a minor motor vehicle accident on Huntington Avenue. Services rendered.  10:36 a.m.  A caller reported an individual stole numerous textbooks from...

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Crime log: Friday, Oct. 1 to Monday, Oct. 4 

Crime log: Friday, Oct. 1 to Monday, Oct. 4 

Alexis Santoro, news staff
October 15, 2021

Friday, Oct. 1  12:05 a.m.  There was a motor vehicle accident on Huntington Avenue. Officers assisted with traffic. BPD assumed jurisdiction.  1:14 a.m.  Weapons were confiscated from...

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Crime Log: Saturday, Sept. 25 to Thursday,  Sept. 30

Crime Log: Saturday, Sept. 25 to Thursday,  Sept. 30

Alexis Santoro, news staff
October 11, 2021

Saturday, Sept. 25 1:02 a.m. A caller reported an intoxicated individual on Ruggles Street. The individual was transported to the hospital. 2:05 a.m. A caller reported an intoxicated individual...

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Crime Log: Monday, Sept. 13 to Friday, Sept. 24 

Crime Log: Monday, Sept. 13 to Friday, Sept. 24 

Alexis Santoro, news staff
October 4, 2021

Sunday, Sept. 12  3:00 p.m.  A caller reported receiving a fraudulent call from an individual claiming to be from the Chinese government. A report was filed.  Monday, Sept. 13  10:21 a.m.  Police...

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Crime Log: Wednesday, Sept. 8 to Monday, Sept. 13

Crime Log: Wednesday, Sept. 8 to Monday, Sept. 13

Alexis Santoro, news staff
September 17, 2021

Wednesday, Sept. 8  12:17 a.m.  A caller reported an individual entered without proper access at 110 St. Stephen St. The individual was sent on their way. A report was filed.  4:18 a.m.  A...

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Annie Malones work-at-home desk setup.

Remote co-ops limit communication, job experience for students

Alexis Santoro, news correspondent
October 21, 2020
With most co-ops being completely remote in the midst of COVID-19, students are having to find new ways to get the most out of their job, without having the opportunity to physically be there. 
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Northeastern Playa Bowls  opened on Huntington Avenue on Dec. 14, 2019.

New Jersey chain Playa Bowls comes to Northeastern

Alexis Santoro, news correspondent
January 22, 2020

Playa Bowls, a new eatery on Huntington Avenue, opened Dec. 14, and has quickly become a popular spot for students on campus.  Playa Bowls is a New Jersey-based acai shop, specializing in smoothie...

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A woman and two children were found dead outside Ruggles Station.

Ruggles’ strong campus presence brings safety concerns

Alexis Santoro, news correspondent
October 16, 2019
Some students are concerned about the safety of Ruggles.
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Over 60 freshmen participated in Hillels Freshfest at Camp Ramah.

Early move-in programs give freshmen unique opportunities 

Alexis Santoro, news correspondent
September 18, 2019
This year, Northeastern ran multiple programs prior to move-in, including Hillel Freshfest, NU Aces, the Honors Program, Ujima Global Leaders and an early-arrival experience for international students.
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