On November 4, Maine voters voted decisively in favor of a new red flag law, with 62 percent of Mainers voting yes. The law, currently in effect in 22 states and the […]
Question two outcome: Lewiston Strong despite politics
Class A Semi-Finals Set! A Rematch: Revenge or Repeat?
Maine high school football has created some intense rivalries over the years, but none is bigger than Thornton Academy vs Bonny Eagle in Class A South. The stage is set for Saturday […]
Geometric Storm Tuesday Caused Northern Lights
On Tuesday, November 11th, Northern Lights were seen throughout the United States. The reason that people could see the northern lights on Tuesday night was that there was a geomagnetic storm. Beautiful […]
Here’s What Was Erased When the East Wing Was Ripped Down
Lately, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue has been looking a bit lopsided. Like an airplane missing a wing, or a broken tooth in a perfect smile, the building maintains an awkward stance after President Trump tore the East […]
Three Significant Discoveries From Jane Goodall
Image by Nicolas Richoffer On October 1, Jane Goodall passed away from natural causes. She was a very memorable person known for her love of chimpanzees. She was a firm believer that […]
New York Giants’ rookie sensation Cam Skattebo talks about career transition after injury
The New York Giant’s have had an interesting season so far to say the least, from rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart and perhaps most notably rookie halfback Cam Skattebo have impressive chemistry on […]
Resistance to Turning Point USA at SMCC
As of October 2nd, there has been an official Turning Point USA chapter here at Southern Maine Community College. The discourse around this issue began on September 25th when Pepper Blair Libby […]
Do People Still Listen to Full Albums?
Do you remember the first album that you listened to? Like the first full album, with each track feeling like something new. The lyrics feel like they’re speaking to you. You get […]
A Wrap on Banned Book Week
Banned Book Week has come and gone this year, and from it, we’re reminded of new and classic titles banned over the years. This year has added thousands more to the list. Wondering […]
Two Shocking Questions From ‘The Question Trap’ on This American Life
In a new episode of This American Life, which aired on February 2, 2024, This American live the subject was all about questions. The guests, Tobin Low, Janelle Taylor, and Chris Benderev, […]
The SMCC Beacon 