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Black dot disease detected in P.E.I. potato crops
A fungal disease that affects plant tissues has been detected in Prince Edward Island potato crops.
Richard Pettipas remembered for his contribution to P.E.I. hockey
Prince Edward Island's hockey community is remembering one of its biggest supporters by naming a tournament in his honour.
Islanders fly Canadian flag with pride on its 60th anniversary
On the 60th anniversary of Canada's red-and-white Maple Leaf flag, some Prince Edward Islanders say the tense relationship between their country and the U.S. has inspired them to put their national pride on display.
Known as 'forever chemicals,' PFAS above federal objective level detected in Slemon Park
The levels of 'forever chemicals' detected in Slemon Park’s wells exceed the objective set by Health Canada last summer, says a letter sent to residents of the community on Feb. 5.
Power outages in Summerside less likely but conservation still encouraged, says mayor
While the power situation in Summerside is improving and blackouts are less likely, the city's mayor says it is 'still vulnerable' and officials remain on high alert.
Summerside still operating near maximum power capacity, city says
The City of Summerside says power stability in P.E.I,'s second-largest municipality has improved, but residents and businesses should continue to preserve energy during peak times.
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P.E.I. RCMP urge caution on the roads as messy weather hits the Maritimes
RCMP on P.E.I. are warning drivers to be careful on Island roads and highways as a winter storm system starts to bring significant snow to the region.
Summerside businesses and facilities share residents' frustration over power disruptions
Summerside business owners and facility managers say disturbances caused by the city's power issues are causing frustration in the community.
Islanders urged to conserve electricity for 3rd night as P.E.I.'s power supply stays unstable
Residents of Prince Edward Island are still being urged to conserve power as electricity instability on the Island stretches into a third evening.
Workplace sexual violence against temporary foreign workers in P.E.I. underreported, advocates say
Those who took part in a panel discussion on Charlottetown last week say that protective mechanisms for foreign workers that would make them less vulnerable to abuse need to be implemented by the federal and provincial governments.