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By Jenna Drover + 1 other for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Smith takes skate to the face
LocalOttawa Senators forward Zack Smith suffered a facial fracture in Friday’s loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Smith suffered the injury in the second period after taking a skate to the face. Senators head coach described the injury as “serious” following the game and Smith will be flying to Ottawa for treatment. Smith’s return is unknown. READ THE WHOLE STORYNationalAn Edmonton...
By Jenna Drover + 3 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Salon and spa set roots for success
Your favourite cosmetic services -- such as hair-care and getting your nails done -- have been located on campus to not only offer students more affordable services but to mainly give the students running the salon and spa a chance to grow. Since 2015 a variety of different programs such as hairstyling, massage therapy and esthetics banded together to give...
By Jenna Drover + 1 other for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Jerry Kovacs had no competition -- since no one else showed up for Somerset war debate
It was more of a platform presentation than debate Oct. 3 as Jerry Kovacs was the only one to show up of four candidates contesting incumbent Catherine McKenney’s seat for the Somerset ward. The Polish Cordanats Association, as well as residents, asked Kovacs to weigh in on everything from his position on financial administration and public transportation to development and...
By Jenna Drover + 3 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Patrons wine down at Restaurant International with some not-so-pour decisions
On Sept. 26, Restaurant International hosted its first wine dinner event of the season with a full house of eager wine tasters. Located in the H-building you will find Restaurant International, one of the few places you can go on campus to make it seem like you no longer at school. John Keane, a member of the Restaurant International team,...
By Jenna Drover + 1 other for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Farm Boy sold to Sobeys
LOCAL After an $800-million deal, Farm Boy stores have now been sold to Sobeys, another grocery chain. The two executives of both stores made a point on Monday saying Farm Boy stores won’t be changing. The sale will allow Farm Boy to plan expand in southwestern Ontario, especially Toronto. READ THE WHOLE STORYNATIONALResearchers looking for a great white shark mating...
By Jenna Drover + 1 other for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Animation students visit a galaxy far, far away
The graduating third-year animation students got the chance to expand their skills and portfolio Thursday, April 19 when some of Ray’s Reptiles animals and 501st Star Wars Legion members modelled for them. An abundance of sketches were drawn as a python, hawk, owl, alligator, tarantula and tortoise all gathered in the art studio from morning to early afternoon. However, the...
By Jenna Drover + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 5 min read
Keep yourself safe while travelling
With the excitement of finishing school for the summer, getting deals on flights and booking trips with a group of friends, it can be easy to forget about travel safety. “As a solo female traveller, I always have to be aware of my surroundings,” said Randilee Penstone, a student in her final year of the travel and tourism program. “I...
By Jenna Drover + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 2 min read
Slobbery kisses for all this fall?
Algonquin will be getting its very own full-time therapy dog. Lisa Langton, the coordinator for the veterinary technician program, first suggested that the school look into getting a therapy dog similar to the one available at other post-secondary schools such as Carleton University's dog, Blue.“There is nothing like the company of a dog to take your cares away,” said Algonquin...
By Jenna Drover + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
LGBTQ+ fundraiser a disappointment for organizers
A group of social service students were disheartened with the lack of participation at their movie showing and table event received for the charity, Capital Rainbow Refuge, on March 14. There was a photo booth, guess the jelly bean game and the documentary Last Chance playing in CA-building. The movie was an education documentary showcasing five asylum seekers who fled...
By Jenna Drover + 2 others for Algonquin Journalism - 3 min read
Rising demand for handmade food
For chef and longtime culinary professor, Daniel Halden, staying on top of the constantly changing trends can keep him on his toes. As society learns more about food trends, we know one thing for certain – cooking old school is exactly what consumers want. “Trends funnily enough tend to circle around a bit, kind of like fashion, where we go...