Aziel Solomon was born and raised in Portland, Maine. With a strong interest for graphic design, he selected Communications & New Media as his major at Southern Maine Community College, and will […]
Aziel Solomon for Arts & Culture
Food & Business Editor
Meet the new food and business editor!
Recipes & Student Life Editor
Former chef and entrepreneur Antonia has paused her culinary career to pursue a degree at Southern Maine Community College. She aspires to earn a degree in psychology and social work, with the […]
Opinion: Maine’s Response to ICE Falls Short of What the Moment Demands
The South Portland city council unanimously approved a resolution on February 4 formally asking Maine’s congresspeople to urge the federal agencies Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to […]
Meet Lucas, National Politics Editor
Lucas Scully is a journalism major at Southern Maine Community College. He found his passion for writing after moving to Maine’s scenic Mid-Coast, and decided to hone his ability in college. The […]
Maine Voters to Decide on Red Flag Law This November
This November, Mainers will go to the polls to decide who will lead their cities and whether to institute a red flag law. The question asks Mainers, “Do you want to allow […]
New Women-Owned Business Storms Across Maine
When you want to make your dreams become a reality, sometimes it’s best to take to the road. That was just the case for Lotti and Caitlyn, owners of Maine’s first mobile bookstore, […]
Romantasy Is Changing Bookstores Worldwide. But What About in Maine?
During a period where literacy rates are falling, new trends and genres are gaining traction and drawing in new readers. For the past few years, the Romantasy genre, a coming together of […]
Profile of an SMCC Artist: Ezra Brambett Williams
The 2025 Senior Showcase, held on May 6, in the McKernan Center offered a personal look into the work of SMCC’s communications and new media graduating class. Among the talented students presenting […]
Beer! Music! Soccer?
Welcome to the Portland Zoo, where the only animals are jubilant Liverpool supporters, dejected Chelsea fans, and delusional Arsenal enthusiasts. Located at 41 Fox Street, the Portland Zoo opened in 2018 as […]
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