• Let’s Rethink This?

    By Ashley Berry, Political Science Major On Thursday, October 15th, the only form of gun control legislation that was in place in Maine was thrown out the window. The 15th marked the first day of Maine’s “Constitutional” Carry law. Previously, if someone wanted to carry a concealed weapon they would have to have a permit issued… Read more

  • Public Awareness Conflicts: Hindering communication & safety

    Hali Sarah Parsons, Horticulture Major One of the most important senses to use publicly is our hearing. In Beverly, Massachusetts, a memorable tragedy occurred on October 27, 1999 where Andrew Cesa was crossing the train tracks with headphones on. He looked down one track and saw a train coming so he kept crossing, but didn’t notice… Read more

  • Community: The Antidote to Violence

    Illaria Dana, Education Major People hurt each other. It is what we do. There is a continuum of severity and intent to this pain. From gossip and breakups to the legal or tragic, no one makes it through life unharmed, without encountering loss. This loss can cause people to wonder what if, to believe their pain… Read more

  • News from The Broccoli: Reporting this semester with honesty, integrity, and broccoli

    Parents Try to Sue Teacher for Failing Child in Class, Fail CUMBERLAND, ME – Parents in a small, mostly white town recently tried to sue their child’s high school English teacher for failing their son after their son continually received an F on all his essays and tests. The judge seeing the case denied the… Read more

  • From Paramedic Student to African Explorer

    From Paramedic Student to African Explorer

    By Jeff Toorish Livingstone, Zambia – The trip into the gorge is nearly 700 feet, practically straight down. At the bottom is the mighty Zambezi River. There is not much of a path, more a series of crumbling rocks and slippery dirt. The nearest town is called Nsongwe, mostly stick huts with thatched roofs. The… Read more

  • In an Era of School Violence, Where Does SMCC Stand?

    By Ashley Berry, Liberal Arts – Political Science Major In light of recent violent events across the country, there are many questions that students have regarding guns, violence, and whether or not we at SMCC are prepared. On October 15th, 2015, LD 652 went into effect in Maine. This law now allows anyone over the age… Read more