Stories of Us: International Immersion Northern Essex Community College continues to foster deeper connections with students and the Dominican diaspora through annual immersion trips to the Dominican Republic. As part of the planning for the 2026 trip, participants from 2025 are sharing their experiences, takeaways,…

Re-Entry Program Recognition The Essex County Sheriff’s Office is recognizing 163 justice-involved individuals who participated in re-entry programs, including those offered in partnership with Northern Essex. College and local leaders gathered for a recognition ceremony in mid-September. The college has been offering educational…

Lawrence Disabled American Veterans Donate Garden to NECC Lawrence, MA (September 24, 2025)—A generous donation from the Lawrence Disabled American Veterans (DAV) group is brightening up the space outside the Dimitry Building on the Lawrence Campus of Northern Essex Community College. The group gifted plantings to create a…

September 2025 Board of Trustees Update Haverhill, MA (September 3, 2025) — The first Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees meeting of the new academic year took place on the Haverhill Campus in early September. Topics included updates on campus building and improvement projects, a…

Two New Members Join the NECC Board of Trustees Haverhill, MA (September 8, 2025) — The Northern Essex Community College Board of Trustees welcomed two new members at its September meeting, following Governor Maura Healey’s appointment of Dr. Zandra Kelley and the election of Melissa Horne. “We’re so excited…

New Academic Year Begins with Convocation Haverhill, MA (September 2, 2025) — The '25-26 academic year is officially underway at Northern Essex Community College. The fall semester started with Tuesday's Convocation ceremony. The traditional gathering is used as a time to provide important college updates, as…

Local Police Officers Graduate from the MPTC-NECC Police Academy Press release from the Municipal Police Training Committee Haverhill, MA (August 15, 2025) — Today, the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Executive Director Colonel Rick Rathbun (Ret.) and Randolph Academy Director Joshua Stokel announced the graduation of 59 police officers…

NECC and The Institute of Dominicans Living Abroad Expand Historic Agreement Lawrence, MA (August 13, 2025) — The Institute of Dominicans Living Abroad (INDEX) and Northern Essex Community College are proud to announce the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding aimed at bolstering educational opportunities for the Dominican community in…

Methuen Teens Experience College Life with Campus Visits Haverhill, MA (August 4, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College gave local teens a glimpse of college life by hosting a summer field trip, organized by Methuen Arlington Neighborhood, Inc. (MAN Inc.) and Debbie’s Treasure Chest. This week, they visited…

NECC Presents Eighth Annual Golf Tournament Haverhill, MA (July 16, 2025) – Northern Essex Community College is warming up for its eighth annual golf tournament. The August 25th event at the  Renaissance Golf Club in Haverhill supports the NECC Athletic Program. The tournament will feature morning…