Opinion/Perspective Links: Is Depression Genetic or Environmental? https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/genetic#other-factors | Effects of Overstimulation on Mental Health https://neurolaunch.com/overstimulated/     By Ashley Harris   Starting is half the battle, especially when you don’t realize you’re fighting one.  One of the hardest parts of depression is recognizing that you are suffering internally.  It isn’t always loud or obvious; sometimes it feels like a si

By Dennis D. Phillips By now, most of the people reading this guide should have an idea of what AI is. If somehow you managed to survive under a rock for the past few years, artificial intelligence (AI) is a technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human learning, comprehension, problem solving, decision making, creativity, and autonomy. Have you ever scrolled through social media and seen a video that looked interesting, but saw limbs moving and disappeari

Family doesn’t feel like family. By Ollie Gray IV We are often quick to call for accountability from people we don’t know. Cancel culture, criticism of celebs and politicians, the list goes on. When the consequences of poor choices impact us directly on behalf of our family, especially parents, we let things slide. On February 20, 2026, Hykeem Carter, better known as Baby Keem released his sophomore album after a two year hiatus. From the opening track, “No Security”, Keem e

A commercial for Survivor 50 plays on a television screen. Art & Entertainment OPINION: By Jimmy Burch Survivor i s a reality TV show where people have to live out in the wilderness, compete in challenges, make connections, take risks, and vote each other off. The last player standing wins one million dollars. It first premiered in 2000, twenty-six years ago. Since then, it has become a cultural phenomenon and remains on the air to this day. The host, Jeff Probst, has been on

Opinion/Commentary By Mia Sandoval https://youtu.be/5vdInCLZygA?si=cmOh0rP7umDkXKvD We can all agree that music brings people together, it makes you feel emotion and connection. Music has transcended that bridge of language where you don't need to speak the same language for a song to connect with you or for it to become a global movement. Bachata music has reached a potential for connection and international reach, but, one thing is success and another is recognition. In thi

By Jimmy Burch The Feb. 23 blizzard brought one to two feet of snow to the Connecticut, with highs reported of 30.8 inches in North Stonington. Most of the state got 12 to 20 inches. Voice writer Jimmy Burch does a solo cleanup on his property during the storm.

By Mia Sandoval A movie, streaming show, music, concert, podcast, theater performance, or podcast Barbie the movie was released during the summer of 2023, directed by Greta Gerwig, with a cast that included Margot Robbie as Barbie, Ryan Gosling as Ken, Will Ferrell, Kate McKinnon, and America Ferrera to name a few. This film focuses a lot on self discovery of both Barbie and Ken. As well as feminism and social expectations on women through Babrie’s (Margot Robbie) point of

Arts & Entertainment By Zoe Hare His & Hers, Netflix’s psychological mystery thriller, tries to blend a marriage drama with small-town murder investigation to create a plot full of twists — built for binge-watching. Available in early 2026, the six-episode limited series is adapted from the 2020 novel by Alice Feeney. Though the book took place in the United Kingdom, the television adaptation recontextualizes the story in Georgia, anchoring its suspense in a decidedly Souther

Opinion By Anthony Fandozzi Something people say is,"Oh, NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) is bad" because only big-time brands are benefiting from it. Another thing you hear is how the richest team is going to win because they are getting all the money. Lastly, players lose the love of the game and small school don't benefit. You would think this at a small school is not benefitting. You would think Duke, Notre Dame Alabama, and Florida. I could go on. Even at the University of C

(Opinion) By Tahj Galberth How bill S.B.#257 could potentially secure renter’s rights One of the first things a new renter may realize after signing their first lease, particularly here in Connecticut, is how little power they hold over their place of residence. With consistent complaints of poor maintenance, neglectful or outright hostile management, and skyrocketing rent prices like the harrowing story of disabled school board member Albert Benejan Grajales, published in

By Tahj Galberth CT State Manchester hosted Winterfest (Dec. 12-Feb. 4), an exhibition showcasing student artwork produced throughout the fall semester. The pieces covered the walls of the Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery, the Adolf and Virginia Dehn Galleria, and the Studio Art Hallway, and featured various forms of visual art, including photography, sculpture, painting, and more. One was a mixed-media piece by Kassandra Smith, which presents an 8-part comic and poem reflecting t

Opinion By Petra Gammon  If you were to ask someone born in 1957 what their adulthood would look like at 16, they’d likely describe the American Dream- a nuclear family, hatchback model car, three bedroom home, family oriented vacations once a year. For individuals born between 1997-2010 the answer is strikingly different, and less hopeful.  The first digitally native generation, we do not know a life without Google. Growing up many of us had our lives documented on YouTube o

By Mary Merensky Photo courtesy of the Hartford Yardgoats on Facebook HARTFORD, Conn. – The Hartford Yard Goats held their annual job fair on Feb. 11. This was the Yardgoats' 11th job fair after launching the event in 2015. The fair is an opportunity for CT Community College students to obtain summer employment, as the Yard Goats staff around 300 people each year. Open positions include ushers, ticket takers, grounds crew, merchandise, and more. Working for the Yardgoats also

At NCC The Voice, our student run website allows students of the Spring 2026 course Publications Workshop COMM2401 at Connecticut State Community College to experience publishing their work and being able to focus on their niche. With a wide range of topics, we provide a space for both new and returning students to focus on their skills and really learn how to become strong journalists.   With the new semester starting, we have a whole new team of journalists who are eager to

Review: Sweet Trip By Oda Ajaba Today I want to briefly cover the story of my favorite band of all time, Sweet Trip. The band was a legendary California-based Electronica and Rock duo consisting of Valerie Cooper and Roby Burgos. Getting their start in the 90’s their first album and an EP a year later, Halica Bliss Out V.11 (1998), and Alura (1999), found a niche interest among the so-cal indie scene. Already making a name for themselves they would follow this up with their l

Opinion By Ashley Harris    Did you know that the average cellphone user checks their phone 205 times a day, according to Consumer Affairs , spending at least 4 hours and 30 minutes either on the internet, taking pictures, or checking emails. This level of constant engagement highlights how deeply technology usage is embedded in daily lives.   Social media has already and will continue to evolve how we communicate, learn, and entertain ourselves.  However, this rapid evolutio

rage game day for an Eastern Hockey League team, specifically the Connecticut Nor’E By Zoe Hare In this article, I will be taking you through an average game day for an Eastern Hockey League team, specifically the Connecticut Nor’Easters. I had the opportunity to attend one of their home games at the International Skating Center in Simsbury, Connecticut. Using photos I took and the cameras available at the rink, let’s take you through an average game day for this team. one o

By Tony Fandozzi College is expensive. That's how the economy works, with people having to pay thousands of dollars to go to college, which is inadequate because some people can’t afford is. That's where people either stay at home and go to a college near where they live, or attend community college. But Connecticut residents with a CT high school diploma or GED and who register for at least six credits will automatically be eligible for free tuition at Connecticut. State Co

Opinion By Alex White U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, better known as ICE, was created in 2003 with the goal of enforcing immigration laws and protecting national security. More than twenty years later, the agency is facing growing criticism, with evidence suggesting its enforcement practices are causing serious harm to communities across the country. One of the biggest concerns involves deaths in immigration detention. Since ICE was formed, dozens of people have di

By Brianna Tapia For many people, a dog isn't simply a pet, it's a companion waiting by the door or a familiar face at the end of a long day. But for a growing number of Americans, especially college students and young adults, dogs are becoming something more: a quiet but powerful source of emotional support. Meet Maggie, my baby Sleepy Maggie Mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression continue to rise across the United States. According to the Centers for Disease