This past weekend there was an incredible event in Portland on the Eastern Prom called the Winter Carnival. Consisting of live music, food and beer and most importantly skiing and snowboarding. Those […]
Winter Carnival on the Eastern Prom
First Friday is Back!
We all know that in-person events have been scarce in Maine due to the covid-19 pandemic. However, this seems to be changing! And fast. One event you may want to check out […]
Becoming a Character Critic
Is there a fictional character that you really want to review, but don’t know where to start or how to do so? Well, great advice is just one click away! From literature to television, the process of reviewing a fictional entity is not all that complicated.
Are You Traveling or Vacationing?
Who knew there was a difference between these two words? Well, believe it or not, there is a difference. A vacation is a specific planned out short trip while traveling is about […]
Opinion: Mainers Deserve Student Loan Debt Relief
Each year high school seniors are encouraged by guidance counselors, teachers, and most adults in their lives to apply for college. Most 17-18 year olds are ecstatic about leaving their childhood homes […]
Artwork Featured
Thank you to Christopher Jamison and Sophie Magadieu who submitted art for this week. I added one of my own and I hope some of you will feel inspired and will want […]
No Action on the Diamond
Liz Fortier, the center fielder for the Southern Maine Community College Seawolves just heard the news that her second year of softball was canceled. Wanting a personal take on this I reached […]
Flaw or Feature?
How the shortcomings of fuel cells gave rise to carbon capture A promising new development in carbon capture technology may help slow climate change. A group of engineers developed a method capable […]
Handheld Music Production: The Orba
The Orba is a kick-starter device created by the company Artiphon. It is a miniature device that allows for easy, on-the-go music creation. It is a synth, looper, and MIDI controller that […]
What is going on with Kanye West?
Ye, also known as Kanye West, is a successful rapper, producer, and fashion designer. His behavior lately on social media (Instagram) has been the talk among fans. In 2016 Ye was diagnosed […]
The SMCC Beacon 