Rio Hondo College Newspaper

El Paisano

Rio Hondo College Newspaper

El Paisano

Rio Hondo College Newspaper

El Paisano

All content by Maria Martinez

Starbucks red cups cause controversy on social media

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Nov 15, 2015

One thing that keeps the spirits bright and alive with a little hint of warmth on this year’s holiday season are the much anticipated Starbucks holiday cups that were released on Nov. 1. However,...

‘Dia de los Muertos Cultural Festival’ at Rose Hills Memorial Park

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Nov 3, 2015

The sixth annual Dia de los Muertos Cultural festival was held at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier on Nov. 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friends and family were welcome to enjoy colorful displays...

Demi Lovato ‘Confident’: Album Review

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Oct 26, 2015

Since her liberation from the Disney Channel’s clutches, Demi Lovato has become one of pop’s leading motivational figures, bawling songs about self-empowerment and talking to Congress about destigmatizing...

Oktoberfest comes to Los Angeles

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Oct 21, 2015

Oktoberfest is the world’s largest beer festival and brings a drop of Germany to Los Angeles at the Fairplex, home of the L.A. County Fair. It began Oct. 9 and runs through Oct. 24, opening only...

‘Jane the Virgin’ Season 2 Recap and Review

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Oct 17, 2015

*WARNING. SPOILER ALERT* THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS MANY SPOILERS. READERS THAT ARE INTERESTED IN WATCHING THIS TELEVISION SHOW SHOULD READ AT YOUR OWN RISK.  An American humorous, romantic, and comedy-drama...

Halloween DIY Decorations Under $20

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Oct 8, 2015

It’s that time of year again. Yes, Halloween! It is time to decorate our homes with spider webs, jack-o-lanterns, and other spooky decorations. For students who are in the spirit of decorating...

Fetty Wap climbs the charts with his debut album release

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Oct 4, 2015

Fetty Wap, born Willie Maxwell, is an American hip-hop recording artist from Paterson, New Jersey. His debut self-titled album is on track to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart, as Billboard...

Porto’s Bakery & Café is the local home away from home

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Sep 25, 2015

Rosa Porto, a talented cake maker was the one who established Porto's Bakery & Cafe and brought it from Cuba to California. Customers have traveled from all over, just to have a taste of their...

Back to School Tips for a Successful Semester

Written by Maria Martinez, Staff Writer Sep 10, 2015

Summer is officially over and it is time for us to get back to our school routine. The first few weeks can be hectic, looking for parking, trying to find classes, and most importantly making sure to...