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High density housing in Summerside's north end has some residents concerned
A proposal for high density housing in the city's north end is causing concerns among residents in the area of Greenwood Drive. The project would seen construction of 600 housing units on what's currently green fields and farmland.
Inquest won't give Stephens family 'solace,' says new lawyer in Summerside police shooting suit
More than five years after Summerside police officers shot Jeremy Stephens to death in a darkened basement, his family has a new Ottawa-based lawyer with a reputation across Canada for taking on difficult and contentious cases.
Stratford mayor speaks out on Ottawa's downloading of RCMP backpay
The mayor of Stratford says some much-needed town improvements may have to wait as a result of an unpleasant surprise in last month's federal budget.
Crown appeals house arrest sentence for dangerous driving in O'Leary crash
The case involves Taylor Edward Cooke, 24, of Cape Wolfe, who was sentenced to two years' house arrest in connection with a collision in O'Leary that seriously injured a teenager three years ago.
Aaron Crane granted day parole after incarceration for sexual interference
Aaron Crane, 39, will 'reside at the residence of close family members' while on day parole for six months, to be followed by full parole, according to the April 4 written decision of the Parole Board of Canada.
Driver who caused head-on crash in Tracadie Cross to be deported
A driver who caused a serious head-on crash at Tracadie Cross last July may or may not be going to jail for his crime. But either way, he will be deported.
Dredging of urban ponds in Stratford to start this summer
A project to dredge and restore two ponds in the Town of Stratford is set to finally get underway this summer.
Fewer cars, fewer floods in Park Street's future
The City of Charlottetown is closing down a shortcut used by thousands of cars every day to access Riverside Drive.
P.E.I. Potato Board loses court battle over seed potato export ban
The potato board argued in a hearing last month that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency overstepped its authority when it issued the ban, in response to the outbreak of potato wart two years ago.
Summerside bookstore closing because owner can't find suitable new space
Nancy Quinn says she has to shut down her independent bookstore in downtown Summerside because her landlord needs space to expand the neighbouring business. But part of Summerside's loss will be Kensington's gain.