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An Original Replacement Returns
A road-worn alternative rock pioneer returns to Maine, inspires, and proves the kid is alright Read more
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Strangers in a Strange Land: How SMCC Students Live in USM Dorms
I give the Portland Commons a rating of 7 out of 10. Nice dorms, decent food, and a horrible commute. This year SMCC, whose enrollment has ballooned, was forced to partner with USM in order to house excess students at USM’s newest dorm, the Portland Commons. But what’s it like actually living in these dorms?… Read more
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Fort Preble’s Future Uncertain
SMCC’s fort stabilization project addresses immediate needs, but climate resilience considerations are not part of the plan. Read more
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Working Hard
Jose Ramirez was signed by the Boston Red Sox 2018 out of Santo Domingo in the Dominican Republic. Ramirez was signed as a 17; he looks back at it as a difficult time but is happy he got through it. Growing up, he always dreamed of being like Pedro Martinez, one of the best pitchers… Read more
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A different road
Austin Ehrlicher was the 18th-round pick of the Boston Red Sox in the 2022 Major League Baseball draft. Ehrlicher attended Santa Rosa Junior College in California. He took me through the draft process, being from a junior college. He mentions how being drafted by the Red Sox last year was a pretty cool feeling. “To… Read more
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President Cassidy Leaves : Next Steps for SMCC
A major shift has taken place at Southern Maine Community College. President Joseph Cassidy recently announced that he would be leaving SMCC to take on the role of President at St. Joseph’s College in Standish, Maine. This leaves many to question, will there be a disruption for students, staff and facilities within our community? The… Read more
