From Chaos to Calmness: How to Organize Your Day
Spring break has come and gone, and as we enter week 12 and try to jump back into our school routine, motivation can easily slip away.
Sports is His Thing
This is the SMCC Beacon’s sports editor, C.J. Grant. C.J. is a 19-year-old recent high school graduate that has been knee-deep in professional athletics since he was old enough to talk. After […]
Cartel Leader’s Death Raises New Worries for Spring Travelers
With just a week left in March, one thing is clear: spring is here, and with it comes much-anticipated spring travel. Colleges across the nation are pausing their busy schedules for a week off, with breaks ranging from early March to mid-April.
The U.S. and Israel attacked Iran, Does this Mean War?
On February 28th, the BBC reported that the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in what reporters described as a U.S.–Israeli strike, along with other important leaders like the […]
Young Democratic Socialists ROCK!
The Young Democratic Socialists of America (YDSA) chapter is throwing an anti-fascism concert on April 2in the noisy lounge, on the South Portland campus. Local artists performing at the show include, Ant, […]
The Beautiful Stuff Project: Innovative Education Through Imaginary Play
What if the next big idea in sustainability or education started in a college dorm room, art studio, or campus study lounge? The Beautiful Stuff Project—a nonprofit founded 12 years ago by former […]
Turning Point Points to SMCC
Student group leader Peter Bernaiche launched the Turning Point USA chapter here on the SMCC campus at the beginning of this 2026 semester after fighting for months to get approved. Turning Point […]
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 […]
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