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 […]
Sports is His Thing
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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