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THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER

The official student news site of Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough, MA

THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER

The official student news site of Algonquin Regional High School in Northborough, MA

THE ALGONQUIN HARBINGER

Staff Writer Angelina Oliveira writes that much judgement is passed on girls who care about the game being played in a gym class.

Judgments in gym class: For girls, it never ends

Angelina Oliveira, Staff Writer February 5, 2021

Picture this- it’s a typical dreary Monday. You sulk through the day until begrudgingly you arrive at your sixth-period gym class. You enter the echoey gym to find the casual chatter of multiple groups...

Staff Writer Katherine Wu argues that TikTok trends have negatively altered many teenagers lives and become a mindless distraction.

TikTok trends tarnish teenage minds

Katherine Wu, Staff Writer February 3, 2021

“Wanna make a TikTok?”  I’ve heard this sentence way too many times whenever I spend time with my friends. The next thing I know, we're waving our arms in front of a phone and posting it with...

Staff Writer Riya Mahanta argues that by having to learn remotely on snow days, students are not given a necessary break from spending time on screens.

If the snow doesn’t stop, why should snow days?

Riya Mahanta, Staff Writer February 1, 2021

You know the amazing feeling of relief when your parents come into your room at 5 a.m. to tell you it’s a snow day? Sadly the joy of a snow day will never be a reality this year, no matter how much snow...

Assistant Opinion Editor Marin Klein emphasizes the importance of not fearing the COVID-19 vaccine, as it is an important step in returning to normal.

COVID-19 vaccine should not be feared

Marin Klein, Assistant Opinion Editor January 26, 2021

As we enter 2021, we look back on the past year that was shrouded by the COVID-19 pandemic. Something we thought would be a two-week lockdown turned into a year of safety precautions and remote learning. ...

Confirmed on Oct. 26, the newest addition to the Supreme Court Amy Coney Barrett will likely push for conservative policies.

Barrett likely to bring conservative agenda to Supreme Court

Brady Quinlan, Staff Writer January 5, 2021

President Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed on Oct. 26 to replace the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg following a unanimous vote from the Senate Judiciary Committee....

Assistant Opinion Editor Marin Klein writes that taking grey wolves off the endangered species list will bring them to the brink of extinction.

Trump administration’s environmental “win” is actually a big problem

Marin Klein, Assistant Opinion Editor December 20, 2020

Deep in Montana and Wyoming, you can hear the chilling, yet beautiful howl of the grey wolves. These majestic creatures are once again roaming the United States after 50 years of conservation efforts. The...

During this holiday season, support local businesses and show your loved ones you really care by selecting personal and meaningful gifts.

EDITORIAL: Get creative, intentional with gifting during holiday season

December 18, 2020

During the holiday season, many people feel obligated to get their loved ones gifts, but is buying something just to check that person off your list really showing them your love and appreciation? Intentionally...

After recently resurfaced debate on the Algonquin mascot, Editor-in-Chief Aaliyah Yan and Senior Michel Shaker argue that with changing times, the mascot must removed.

Tomahawk debate resurfaces: Honorable symbol or cultural appropriation?

Aaliyah Yan, Michel Shaker December 17, 2020

With the re-emergence of the mascot debate, clashing opinions have sparked a heated conversation throughout the school. This discussion, however, is by no means new. The past few decades saw the rise...

Opinion Editor Brianna Tang writes that volunteering with existing organizations is a much better way to make an impact on communities than starting nonprofits.

Student nonprofits: Volunteer work or resume boosters?

Brianna Tang, Opinion Editor December 15, 2020

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, I have noticed a surge of student nonprofits requesting to follow me on Instagram. There have been many COVID-related nonprofits such as providing homemade masks, delivering...

Assistant Opinion Editor Marin Klein writes that technology has made it difficult to have authentic relationships in Generation Z.

Gen Z: A dating culture that’s actually dateless

Marin Klein, Assistant Opinion Editor November 10, 2020

“Hey” “Hey!” “What’s up?” “Nothing much, hbu?” Everyone knows how this conversation goes. That moment when you get a notification and that one person’s name shows up on...

Nov. 3, Election Day, is the last day to cast your ballot to uphold democracy and voice your opinion.

EDITORIAL: Your voice, your vote, your future

November 2, 2020

Four years ago, Americans experienced one of the most controversial elections in our country’s history. Some celebrated the outcome, while others dreaded the results. Yet here we are again, approaching...

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