By Gio DiFazio A person in a position of authority carries a unique responsibility. Whether it be a lunch monitor in elementary school, a law enforcement officer or the leader of a […]
The Blame Game
The Day I Became a True Eagle
By Oğuzhan Özkan I’ve never been an American football fan. It is not even football for me, just some bumpy male bravado which happens somewhere around this time of the year, and […]
Do You Smoke Cancer Stick?
By Kyle Lappin In June 2017, Maine lawmakers approved a bill prohibiting Mainers below age 21 from purchasing tobacco products, and it will soon become law. The Senate voted 29-5 and the […]
Portland In-Town Gallery Review
By Rebecca Dow Art is timelessly important. Musings of the mind through graphic, tactile, melodic and other sensory forms historically play a significant role in keeping the world fun. To have a […]
Let’s Contra Dance
By Kyle Lappin Q: May I have this dance? A: Why yes, you certainly may! Have you ever been interested in dancing but just never knew where to start? Come contra dance! […]
Classic Film Review: Casablanca
By Rebecca Dow “Casablanca” is a film from the 1940s that represents an era of cinematic flair which set the tone for many a genre—including golden classics such as romance and drama. […]
Poetic License
From the Desk of the Managing Editor
By Troy Hudson Hello, SeaWolves, Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Troy Hudson and I am the new managing editor of The Beacon. While I am stepping into this position […]
Kawczynski: A Blot on Maine’s good name
By Gio DiFazio Google Jackman. Up until a couple weeks ago, if you were to do this, your search results would turn up the 49-year-old actor famous for starring in the 2017 […]
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