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O’Keefe Center to Get $15 Million Upgrade

Students said one of the biggest issues at Salem State University was the small size of the fitness center and lack of space it provided for them to participate in recreational activities. In a few years, that is all about to change in a major way. On Nov. Full story

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A Firsthand look at Secondhand Shopping

Thriftiness is an emerging virtue in the midst of this tanking American economy. Penny-pinchers, misers, cheapskates, or whatever you choose to call that coupon-clipping, bargain-hunting, secondhand-shopping class of Americans are beginning to break free of the stigmas associated with frugality. Full story

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Indoor Soccer league is Alternative to Playing Soccer Competitively

Salem State University offers many sports that give students an opportunity to try out and become a team member. However, some students just don't have enough time to give sports the full dedication that it demands. Therefore SSU offers pick-up games for most sports that are mainly started and run by students. Full story

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Putting the Biscuit in the Basket is Goal for Men’s Hockey Team

The Vikings have skated their way to a 3- 1-1 recorded to start their season. Fans filled the stands to witness the puck drop at Salem State's ice hockey home opener, and first MASCAC contest against Fitchburg State on Nov. 17. The Vikings beat the Falcons 6-4 where junior goalie Sam Avoine earned his first win of the season with 17 saves.

Residence life Drops Ball on Conduct Code Regulations Issue

I've been living on campus ever since I started attending Salem State University, and I've had very few complaints up until now. The dorms have been generally comfortable and fun to live in and I've had no problems. Obviously, not everything about the Salem State residence halls can appeal to everyone, so some people are less satisfied about their time in them.

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     College students and stress are words that are a match made in heaven, especially at the end of the semester. Final exams, projects, papers and other fun stuff always seem to be due on the same day.      I had that happen to me this semester.

Bullying: Are Adults the Root of All Evil?

Bullying appears to be more prevalent now than in past generations. This may or may not be the case but instigators have gone to such extremes that victims have taken their own lives. One thing is for certain: the media is providing more evidence of this torment than ever before.

I am Not a Musician: Thoughts from a Music Major

I live in a world inundated by music. When I was accepted into college, music was the subject I decided to commit to for the next four years. Its components I continuously have to understand, memorize and utilize. The more I learn, the more I notice the music, and even the sounds I hear on a regular basis, so I'm surrounded by it all the more.

Breaking Into Broadcast Television Takes a lot of Hard Work

Sean Mallia is a life-long resident of Peabody and is also my older brother. He graduated from Peabody High School in 2003 and attended North Shore Community College where he majored in Liberal Arts and graduated in 2005. After, he wasn't sure where he wanted to continue school, but he knew he wanted to be on TV.

Black Friday Brings Out Record-Setting Masses

Retailers were brought cheer with a strong kickoff to the holiday season with bigger crowds that spent more dollars than ever before. The National Retail Federation released a survey on Nov. 27 announcing the total spending reached $52.4 billion, which was an increase of 16 percent from last year's $45 billion.