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Queen’s Eats: How to make the most of Kingston patio season

Written on September 3, 2020. Posted in Columns.

This summer, many of us have been unable to take full advantage of the long-awaited patio season. With only a few months left when it’s truly pleasant to be outside, I explored some safe and fun ways for Queen’s students to take advantage of patio season as we continue to adapt to the ‘new normal.’ I’ve...

Subscribers don’t have to pick mainstream over local journalism

Written on March 6, 2020. Posted in Editorials.

For mainstream journalism, the digital subscriber model seems to be the way of the future. But this model isn’t as feasible for smaller publications—and it may be forcing them into obsolescence. The New York Times has flourished in recent years, thanks in part to its skyrocketing digital subscriber...

The anti-5G movement is a new form of fearmongering

Written on January 21, 2020. Posted in Opinions.

Over the past few months, you may have noticed Kingston yard signs advertising the following: “NO SMALL CELL ANTENNAS! OUR KIDS LIVE HERE! STOP 5G!” That notion has no factual basis and it prevents Kingston from moving forward with technology that can make our daily lives better. Here’s what you need...

Kingston Canadian Film Festival

Written on March 10, 2017. Posted in Arts.

For the past 16 years, the Kingston Canadian Film Festival (KCFF) has been showcasing a dynamic program of Canadian films. This year was no different as the festival screened a robust lineup of the year’s favourite feature films and shorts, not to mention being hosted by Canadian rockers, Mother Mother. Since...

Kingston to live stream The Hip’s farewell concert

Written on July 27, 2016. Posted in Arts.

On August 20, all of Kingston will have a front row seat to music history, as the beloved Kingston-bred band, The Tragically Hip say farewell to their fans with a final concert at the K-Rock Centre that will be live streamed in Market Square. A photo posted by The Tragically Hip (@thetragicallyhip)...

Watch: Skeleton Park Arts Festival with Lost Cousins

Written on July 1, 2016. Posted in Arts.

Kicking-off their summer tour this past week, Kingston’s Lost Cousins were back in their home town to play a free show for Skeleton Park Arts Festival. The group started their career at Queen’s, playing as the house band for Clark Hall pub and as the pit band for Queen’s Players. Since graduating...

Getting to know the brothers behind the band

Written on June 27, 2016. Posted in Arts.

In their mid-twenties, the Abrams brothers have seen the inside of bars and music venues across North America, been the youngest Canadian musicians to play the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, and been signed to Warner Music. This, all while completing degrees at Queen’s. Their new EP, entitled The...

Street art as survival

Written on October 2, 2015. Posted in Arts.

Jerm IX, a street artist whose work decorates downtown Kingston, hopes he can help people truly see the environment around them — and not simply look at it. I first noticed his poetry this summer. Wandering down Princess St., I saw a white paper with black-stenciled writing plastered on an electricity...

Literary gems in downtown Kingston

Written on October 2, 2015. Posted in Arts.

In the coming winter months, few things are more cozy and warm than a cup of coffee and a good bookstore. While the recent Kingston WritersFest brought dozens of renowned Canadian writers to Kingston, it also brought an influx of people to the city’s oldest and busiest bookstores. Here’s a list of...

KingstonFest focuses on sustainability

Written on October 9, 2014. Posted in Lifestyle.

It was a cold and rainy Saturday morning, but that didn’t deter the crowds from attending the first KingstonFest on Oct. 4. Run by Sustainable Kingston, the event focused on showcasing the wide array of organizations that contribute to environmental responsibility in the Kingston community. The event...

Venture outside the bubble

Written on July 28, 2014. Posted in In Focus.

Restaurants Casa Domenico One of the best Italian restaurants in Kingston, Casa Domenico is a great romantic date spot. With flavourful appetizers and pasta dishes, this restaurant will leave you wanting more. Although your bank account might take a hit as a student, the quality of the meal is worth...

Market expands on campus

Written on September 27, 2011. Posted in News.

The first farmer’s market at Queen’s was held five years ago outside Stauffer Library with eight vendors. This year, the market has 20. Sodexo Catering Manager John McKegney has been running the market for the past two seasons. He’s overseen the market move from outside Stauffer Library to outside...

Staycationing suggestions

Written on April 7, 2011. Posted in Lifestyle.

Why break the bank to go to the ends of the earth when you can become a tourist in your own town? Staycations – vacations that involve staying close to home – are perfect for students on a budget. Here are some suggestions for great staycations in the Kingston area. Gananoque Boat Line, Gananoque,...

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Queen’s Eats: How to make the most of Kingston patio season

Subscribers don’t have to pick mainstream over local journalism

The anti-5G movement is a new form of fearmongering

Kingston Canadian Film Festival

Kingston to live stream The Hip’s farewell concert

Watch: Skeleton Park Arts Festival with Lost Cousins

Getting to know the brothers behind the band

Street art as survival

Literary gems in downtown Kingston

KingstonFest focuses on sustainability

Venture outside the bubble

Market expands on campus

Staycationing suggestions

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