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Vacationland Jeopardized by Drought
It’s clear to see that Maine is in a drought, with dry vegetation and historic heat. Not only is Maine suffering, but the entire globe is struggling with heat waves. Reported by CBS, temperatures in Zhejiang, China reached 107 degrees Fahrenheit, and temperatures in the U.K. soared to 104 degrees Fahrenheit. According to WGME, 35%… Read more
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(Opinion) The Legacy of the Royal Family
All that remains of many tribes are the stolen artifacts hanging in London’s museums. Read more
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Maine Governor Race 2022 – Week of 9/11
As Maine draws towards election day 2022, gubernatorial candidates Janet Mills (Incumbent, Democrat) and Paul LePage (Republican) are racing to capture the minds and votes of Maine voters in a tight race. LePage, who served as Maine governor from 2011-2019, is now running again as the Republican candidate. LePage’s platform consists of growing Maine’s economy… Read more
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Willard Beach: SMCC’s Hidden Gem
As classes start back up at SMCC so does the stress that comes along with it. There is a great option for students to release stress that is only a couple steps away off campus. Willard Beach is a wonderful place to relieve stress. The ocean and large bodies of water are proven to keep… Read more
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From Shopping Cart to Meeting the Band; a Story on how Local Music Brings Together a Community
You may be asking yourself how a group of college students went from finding a shopping cart on campus to meeting a local band playing a show at Sun Tiki Studios in Portland, Maine. It’s simple really, start by picturing a cold winter day at the beginning of February. A trio of college students, myself… Read more
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Data Not Secure
The world of Instagram may put out an aura of perfection to some, a platform for influencers to spread their message, and a place where people can share their lives with the world. The company Meta, however, Instagram’s parent company, has come under some hot water recently in Ireland. Irish regulators have agreed to fine… Read more
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