First Aldi Opening in Maine
The first Aldi grocery store is opening in Maine. The arrival of Aldi, a nationally recognized discount grocery chain. Known for offering high-quality products at significantly lower prices. This is an important […]
Maine Lawmakers Attempt to Press Pause on Data Center Development
Despite Maine being floated as a viable destination for AI data centers, local lawmakers continue to express concern about their long-term consequences. Representative Melanie Sachs has proposed a moratorium on the development […]
Opinion: You Should Buy a Houseplant for your Dorm Room!
Horticulture, the act of caring for plants, has gained popularity. While plant care can seem intimidating to some, it is all about consistency and providing the basics — water and sunlight. Having a houseplant in your dorm room could alter space by […]
Anti-ICE Rally in Monument Square
On Friday, January 30th, a massive group of people from Maine gathered in mass in Portland’s Monument Square, in protest of ICE’s presence in the state and the organization’s actions or existence as a whole.
Maternal Mortality
Maternal Mortality In the United States, Black women are nearly three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than women of other races. While Maine is not typically the first […]
Platner the Flattener
Maine State Senate hopeful Graham Platner has been dominating recent polls by Pan Atlantic Research showing him leading in the Primary by 7 points over Janet Mills the current governor of Maine […]
Banana Bread
With Brown Butter & Black Sesame Seeds Banana bread, a classic that many of us grew up smelling in our homes, the homes of loved ones, or having the joy of receiving […]
Empty Bowls at Southern Maine Community College: Food Scarcity and Needed Support
Southern Maine Community College hosted its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on February 27, 2026, to support The Captain’s Cupboard the on‑campus food pantry that provides groceries, hygiene items, and clothing to students […]
Meet Dillin Haskell.
This is Dillin! He’s an education major taking part in Professor Guthie’s News Writing and Production course. Dillin likes being outdoors, and spending time with friends and family. Dillin can’t wait to […]
Meet Josh Bevacqua A Government and politics Editor for the SMCC Beacon
Josh (He/Him) is a communications and New Media Major at Southern Maine Community College. Originally from Lewiston, and currently living in Portland. josh is deeply interested in politics and government as well […]
The SMCC Beacon 