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MAC suspends fall sports due to COVID-19
July 24, 2020
Ariel Reed, Co-Sports Editor
With the potential risk of a second wave of COVID-19, many of the athletic divisions have decided to cancel or postpone their fall sports seasons. The ODAC, Centennial Conference, NCAC, and Liberty League are some of the athletic conferences that have announced the cancellation of their fall sport...
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The Wilkes community remembers Dr. Steven Thomas
July 24, 2020
Maria DiBuo and Sara Ross
“He made me feel as though I was a part of something bigger,” said Maddison Black, an alumna of Wilkes University, when speaking on the legacy of Dr. Steven Thomas. Thomas, who served as professor of music and chair of the division of performing arts, died July 12, following complications from...
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Potential loss of Marching Colonels could leave sporting events devoid of usual fanfare
July 3, 2020
Christopher Gowarty, Sports Staff Writer
At universities across the country, many college students enjoy seeing their classmates perform underneath the bright lights of a sporting venue. At Wilkes University, this enjoyment may soon be coming to an end. Wilkes is home to the region’s only collegiate marching band, but pre-existing enrollment...
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Wilkes University announces plan to reopen campus with altered fall semester schedule
June 8, 2020
Genevieve Frederick, News Staff Writer
Dr. Greg Cant, Wilkes University’s newly appointed president, announced on Friday that classes will be held on campus in the fall. Cant expressed his understanding that “the campus is missing a piece of its soul when students are not present.” As a result, new plans are underway to safely...
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The Beacon graduates seven seniors, says ‘hello’ to new staff
June 1, 2020
Kirsten Peters, Co-Sports Editor
With the culmination of the 2019-2020 academic year, The Beacon honors seven graduates for their unwavering dedication and diligent work. "I may not have said it enough, especially with the chaos of this semester, but I appreciate each and every one of you so much," said adviser Dr. Kalen Churcher....
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NBA set to restart 2019-2020 season in late July

July 20, 2020

The NBA season delayed its play on March 11 due to the coronavirus pandemic, and after 100 plus days there is finally a plan to bring professional...

Death of George Floyd sparks protests, including in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton

May 31, 2020

George Floyd’s death on May 25 incited protests not only in Minneapolis, but in cities throughout Pennsylvania, including Harrisburg, Philadelphia...

Non-reappointment of university band director prompts community response

May 17, 2020

Multiple professors at Wilkes University recently received letters of non-reappointment from the university. Dr. Mark Johnson, current director...

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Sports

NBA set to restart 2019-2020 season in late July

Dylan Mehl, Co-Sports Editor

July 20, 2020

The NBA season delayed its play on March 11 due to the coronavirus pandemic, and after 100 plus days there is finally a plan to bring professional basketball back. Play...

AOTY2020: Kelley versus Huffman set to face-off in the Championship Round

April 22, 2020

AOTY2020: Nelson versus Almeky set to face-off in the Championship Round

April 21, 2020

AOTY2020: Semifinal Round advances unlikely candidates; Championship Round concludes on Thursday

April 21, 2020

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The Black Lives Matter Movement: Getting Involved

June 17, 2020

Getting involved in the Black Lives Matter Movement has been on the forefront of many individuals’ minds since the killing of George Floyd...

Wilkes declares May 1 Blue and Gold Day

April 29, 2020

On May 1, Wilkes will host Blue and Gold Day to celebrate the incoming university class and members of the Class of 2020. “In the middle...

Restaurateurs alter serving to cope with COVID-19 April 29, 2020

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Importance of the Black Lives Matter Movement amplified since death of George Floyd

Breanna Ebisch, Opinion Editor

June 5, 2020

After the horrifying death of George Floyd in custody of the Minneapolis police on May 25, protests and riots have broken out across the United...

Local band Toothless releases new EP: Misinformed

Parker Dorsey, News Editor

May 11, 2020

The local guys from the metalcore band Toothless are back with their third EP: Misinformed. Hailing from right here in Wilkes-Barre, the lineup...

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Beacon Blogs

AOTY2020: Kelley versus Huffman set to face-off in the Championship Round

April 22, 2020

Not even Nostradamus could’ve foreseen the events that transpired on the women’s side of The Beacon’sAthlete of the Year bracket, which...

AOTY2020: Nelson versus Almeky set to face-off in the Championship Round

April 21, 2020

Your Beacon Athlete of the Year bracket has likely been busted from the start. Not many people could’ve predicted the upsets we’ve witnessed...

AOTY2020: Semifinal Round advances unlikely candidates; Championship Round concludes on Thursday

April 21, 2020

The third annual Athlete of the Year tournament completed its two-day Semifinal Round on Tuesday, advancing two athletes on each side of...

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Washington state tragedy reminds Wilkes of flood threats

The recent events in Washington State, which have destroyed homes and taken lives, are a reminder to us all of the damage severe weather can cause. That...

New Wilkes swim team will compete at W-B YMCA

Wilkes University has added two women's sports to its athletics roster beginning in 2014-15 -- golf and swimming. The women's swimming team will compete...

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