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Kelly Garrity

Kelly Garrity, City Editor

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Berklee College of Music

Berklee temporarily moves to remote learning after COVID uptick

Kelly Garrity, news staff
November 19, 2021

Berklee College of Music canceled classes Thursday in response to an outbreak of COVID-19 cases among students, according to a statement from Berklee President Erica Muhl. “Due to our careful testing...

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The Massachusetts State House, located in Beacon Hill.

What we know so far about the Massachusetts gubernatorial race

Kelly Garrity, city editor
November 11, 2021

As 2021 draws to a close, things are slowly heating up on Beacon Hill, as candidates from across Massachusetts trickle into the state’s gubernatorial race.  So far, five candidates have announced...

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Michelle Wu pictured with microphones

Michelle Wu wins historic mayoral race in Boston

Kelly Garrity, city editor
November 3, 2021

Former City Councilor Michelle Wu, 36, defeated former City Councilor Annissa Essaibi George, 47, in the city’s mayoral election Tuesday, making her the first person of color and the first woman ever...

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Northeastern celebrated its resident community resource dogs first birthday Oct. 18. The dogs name is Cooper.

Northeastern celebrates community resource dog’s first birthday

Kelly Garrity, news staff
October 27, 2021

It’s not every day that Northeastern celebrates a first birthday for a staff member, but Cooper is no ordinary husky. Technically, he’s an English Golden Retriever.  Cooper is Northeastern’s...

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campaign signs boston election 2021 September 15

Wu, Essaibi George win historic Boston mayoral preliminary

Kelly Garrity, city editor
September 15, 2021

The votes are in, and City Councilors Michelle Wu and Annissa Essaibi George are the winners of Tuesday’s preliminary election to determine who will vie to become Boston’s next mayor come November. After...

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September’s preliminary election will narrow the field down to two candidates who will face off in the Nov. 2 general election.

Boston gears up for historic mayoral primaries

Kelly Garrity, city editor
September 1, 2021

Boston is set to make history Sept. 14 as local voters head to the polls for the first preliminary mayoral election, where all major candidates are people of color, four of whom are women.  September’s...

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Governor Baker announced at press conference held Monday that the mask mandate would be lifted for fully vaccinated individuals by the end of the month.

Massachusetts lifts mask mandate for fully vaccinated people

Kelly Garrity, city editor
May 17, 2021

Gov. Charlie Baker announced Monday that fully vaccinated individuals will no longer be required to wear masks or socially distance in most indoor and outdoor settings starting May 29. Additionally, athletes...

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Northeastern held their in-person graduation ceremony for students Saturday at Fenway Park.

Northeastern hosts in-person commencement at Fenway Park for class of 2021

Kelly Garrity and Mihiro Shimano
May 8, 2021

In a school year unlike any other in Northeastern history, an in-person college graduation ceremony seemed out of the question. However, on Saturday, May 8, Northeastern’s class of 2021 got just that:...

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On Tuesday, Acting Boston Mayor Kim Janey joined the mayoral election race.

Acting Boston Mayor Kim Janey declares her candidacy for mayor

Kelly Garrity, news staff
April 6, 2021

On Tuesday, Acting Boston Mayor Kim Janey formally announced her candidacy for a full mayoral term starting in the fall. “The work to address the challenges we face from COVID-19 and the racial inequalities...

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On Sunday, March 28, students were reunited with Rebeccas Cafe and got one more chance to enjoy their favorites.

For one day only, beloved campus eatery Rebecca’s Cafe returns

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 31, 2021

When Northeastern announced last summer that Rebecca’s Cafe, one of the university’s most cherished campus eateries, would be closing its doors for good, students, like second-year business administration...

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Sports journalist Tara Sullivan interviews Eli Manning, former New York Giants quarterback.

Female sports writers talk about challenges and triumphs they’ve faced in a male-dominated industry

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 31, 2021

In 2011, Tara Sullivan, then a sports columnist for the Bergen County Record, was there to watch as a 21-year-old Rory McIlroy collapsed in the final round of the Masters at Augusta National Golf Club,...

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If elected as Bostons next mayor in November, Wu will focus on early education, food justice and development reforms, as well as implementing a Boston Green New Deal.

Michelle Wu provides update on her campaign at second press conference for student journalists

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 31, 2021

Boston mayoral candidate and City Councilor Michelle Wu held her second press conference for students March 16. She addressed why she’s running, how she feels about the growing candidate pool, why visual...

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Signs around campus inform students of how to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Op-ed: To honor everything we’ve been through in the past year, continue to take COVID-19 seriously

Kelly Garrity, contributor
March 17, 2021

It’s been about one year since the rapid spread of the coronavirus was officially declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization March 11, 2020. Massachusetts had just six confirmed and 95 presumptive...

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Tiktok by TheBetterDay is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0

Column: What’s the beef with Millennials and Gen Z on TikTok about? 

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 12, 2021

“TRIGGER WARNING ⚠️: skinny jeans.”  That was the caption on a video posted on Glow Up University (@glowupu), a TikTok account featuring videos comparing the latest fashion trends. “Gen Z...

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In his campaign launch video, Boston’s former chief of economic development John Barros said that he will prioritize community needs if he is elected mayor.

John Barros joins Boston’s mayoral race

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 9, 2021

On Thursday, Boston’s former chief of economic development John Barros launched his campaign for Boston mayor. He is joining city councilors Michelle Wu, Andrea Campbell, Annissa Essaibi George and state...

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If elected as Bostons next mayor, City Councilor Annissa Essaibi George would be the first Arab and first former teacher to hold the position.

Essaibi George will focus on the economy, education as mayor of Boston

Kelly Garrity, news staff
March 3, 2021

Boston’s next mayor will inevitably have to address a number of compounding issues, including systemic racism and racial inequality, as well as the health and economic crises brought on by the COVID-19...

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There are many practical and symbolic reasons for keeping the snow day.

Op-ed: In defense of the snow day

Kelly Garrity, contributor
March 2, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc across the United States, and it may soon claim another victim: the snow day.  According to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, snow days may be a “thing of...

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Boston mayoral candidate and City Councilor Michelle Wus digital equity plan calls for the expansion of free public Wi-Fi and access to reliable internet for all Boston residents.

Mayoral candidate Michelle Wu releases digital equity plan

Kelly Garrity, news staff
February 28, 2021

Earlier this month, Boston mayoral candidate and City Councilor Michelle Wu released a plan to improve equity in technology and internet access for Boston residents. The five-part plan, titled “Building...

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In his campaign launch video, State Rep. Jon Santiago said that as mayor, he will lead Boston to a recovery rooted in equity and opportunity.

State Rep. Jon Santiago running for Boston mayor

Kelly Garrity, news staff
February 24, 2021

On Monday, Massachusetts State Rep. Jon Santiago announced he would be joining the growing pool of candidates campaigning to be Boston’s next mayor.  “I’m running for mayor to lead Boston through...

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Boston mayoral candidate Michelle Wu said she will prioritize community connections, the COVID-19 vaccine rollout and eliminating barriers faced by minority groups if elected mayor.

Michelle Wu calls for increased coordination between city services, Boston communities at press conference for student journalists

Kelly Garrity, news staff
February 19, 2021

Boston mayoral candidate and City Councilor Michelle Wu held a virtual press conference for student journalists Feb. 13 to discuss her plans to increase coordination in communities and city departments...

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City Councilor Michelle Wu has already announced her candidacy for
the November mayoral elections. She would also be eligible to run in the
special election if it happens.

What to know about Boston’s special election for mayor

Kelly Garrity, news staff
February 5, 2021

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh’s appointment as labor secretary in President Joe Biden’s cabinet is likely to leave a rare, open mayoral race in a city where an incumbent mayor hasn’t lost in 72 years....

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The group has published their findings on the MOBS website, including assessments on the risk of international spreading, the effect of travel restrictions and an early epidemiological analysis of 2019-nCoV.

Northeastern MOBS Lab researches Coronavirus

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
February 19, 2020
For weeks, the spread of the new Coronavirus, or 2019-nCoV, has instilled fear globally. Last month, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, encouraging all countries to be prepared for containment. As more cases are diagnosed, scientists around the world have been searching for answers as to how this disease spreads.
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Northeastern has postponed the start of next semester and canceled spring break.

Nearly 40 student groups join Coalition for Student Representation on the Board

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
November 13, 2019

In the most recent Student Government Association elections, a referendum question asking if Northeastern should allow undergraduate student representatives to serve on its Board of Trustees received overwhelming...

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Rep. Ayanna Pressley poses for a photo with organizers and attendees at the BU College Democrats Election Day Forum.

Pressley encourages youth to vote at BU College Democrats’ Election Day Forum

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
November 11, 2019

When U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley arrived at Boston University from Chicago in 1992, she had no intention of running for Boston City Council or Congress.  “I was not obsessing about title or position,”...

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This years NUPD Safety Report shows NU leased properties lack fire safety.

NUPD report shows leased properties lack fire safety

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
October 16, 2019
NUPD's 2019 Safety Report shows that leased housing properties lack fire safety standards.
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Club softball, one of Northeasterns more successful club sports, during a game last year.

Club Sports works to strike a difficult funding balance

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
October 16, 2019
Northeastern is home to 57 club sports teams, ranging from water polo and cricket to rock climbing and soccer. Each of Northeastern’s club sports teams receive money and support from the university, though the amount varies from sport to sport. 
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The frame for elevator license in Ryder Hall appears empty.

Expired elevator licenses cause confusion on campus

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
October 2, 2019
Elevators in buildings across campus either have expired or missing licenses, calling into question their safety.
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A demonstrator taking part in the Global Climate Strike holds up a sign outside the State House.

Boston area students take to City Hall in Global Climate Strike

Kelly Garrity, news correspondent
September 26, 2019

Ella Wozek, a sophomore at Waltham High School, hopes to go to college and enter the medical field one day. If, as scientists at the International Panel on Climate Change predict, the world only has 11...

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