An empty building is all that remains of the S&R department store, which called 27 Princess St. home for 40 years. (Tyler Ball)

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Everything must go: S&R closes its doors

As Queen’s students, it’s hard to picture downtown Kingston without many of its beloved shops and restaurants . But, many Queen’s alumni and long-time residents remember Kingston in the 1950s as a different city.

Previously in Features

June 23, 2009

’Tis the summer of discontent

“I should have brought my resumé,” a frustrated Marc Li said while waiting in line to order at the Starbucks at the corner of Division and Johnson streets. Li’s prolonged summer job hunt has become a full-time job in itself—without any breaks.

May 26, 2009

This summer, the kids are alright

“Oh my God!” my Grade 8 self squeals, “It says ‘ArtSci ’98’ had SEX in this room!” This particular use of dormitory beds was one of many enlightening experiences—albeit less tasteful than most—I had as a 14 year-old student participating in the E=MC² program at Queen’s in 2002.

April 2, 2009

Woolf in Queen’s clothing once more

Having spent time in Kingston as both an undergraduate student and a postdoctoral fellow, Daniel Woolf is no stranger to studying at Queen’s.

March 27, 2009

Hollywood’s Canadian content

Wendy Crewson may not be a household name, but chances are you’ve seen her before.

March 19, 2009

Centring in on green technologies

One of the hardest parts of progress is getting new technology out of the ivory tower and onto the street.