By Lloyd Metcalf Much of what drives our social interactions with one another is sex- and gender-related. There are numerous publications regarding gender, sexuality and how it affects us — but is […]
Finding My Freedom: An International Journey of Self Discovery
The following essay was originally written for Professor Kevin Sweeney’s Ethical Dilemmas class. The author asked to remain anonymous. It was a beautiful, sunny, warm day in Frankfurt, Germany, and I couldn’t […]
Thor Is Funny and Hulk Is Also There: A ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ Review
By Justin Taylor The third installment of Marvel’s Norse-mythology-fueled franchise injects fun and character into a trilogy that was previously void of those things. Thor finally takes center stage as the character […]
Maine Mayhem Connection
By Ryan Marshall The purpose of these interviews is to celebrate the efforts and ambitions of those who are about to embark on the grueling yet wholly rewarding cinematic journey that is […]
The Secret Greenhouse
By Noor Ibrahim This week’s adventure was a “secret” visit to the greenhouse and ambling in the garden. I have been curious to visit this place ever since I came to the […]
Omi’s Cafe Comes to SoPo
By Cassidy Vautier You know you’ve come to the right place when you’re greeted with the intoxicating aroma of espresso and old books upon arriving. Currently located at 28 Bracket St. in […]
Youth Cultivating Kelp
By Ryan Marshall Peaks Island is a favorite spot of many a long-time Mainer. It’s instantly recognizable for its warm mystique, and home to a slew of unspoken secrets and delectable sights, […]
Announcing: Design-a-Wall Contest 2017
By The Beacon Editorial Staff Good fences make good neighbors, as Robert Frost so wisely said. Building walls, a logical extension of that principle, is a positive duty of friendship among nations. […]
Hello World, Meet Jess
By Jessica Spoto I don’t feel “good.” I don’t ever think I felt “good.” Nights are the worst. Alone, in my apartment, crying, feeling worthless. Just contemplating the day and what I […]
What If…
By Lloyd Metcalf “What if” is a powerful statement and question. What if you won the lottery tomorrow? We all ask ourselves this question and daydream about the things we would do […]
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