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Bass anglers line Island shores for the 'thrill of the chase'
Some fishermen say more Islanders are trying out bass fishing. The recreational fishery reopened in 2013 in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and stocks have soared.
From summer camp to full-time adult programming: Camp Gencheff adapting to COVID-19
Facing pandemic restrictions and a tight budget, Camp Gencheff found a way to keep its doors open while meeting a need for full-time adult programming.
Catch-and-release tuna charter industry nearly shut down by pandemic
Fishermen who run tuna charter businesses out of North Lake, Prince Edward Island say the pandemic has all but shut down the industry.
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'Boatload of lobster' sold in P.E.I.'s first Lobster Love campaign
P.E.I.'s first Lobster Love campaign is being hailed a success by one of its founders, who says claw consumers came out 'in droves.'
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92-year-old great-great grandmother spends pandemic knitting for newborns
A 92-year-old great-great grandmother in Rustico, Prince Edward Island has found a productive way to use her time at home during the pandemic.
Women's mountain biking program has 'exploded' in popularity, organizer says
It started as a one-off training session to teach a group of women — originally a hiking group — how to mountain bike. Six weeks later, it's morphed into a weekly ride through the trails at the Mark Arendz Provincial Park, organized by Cycling P.E.I. They're adding new members each week, as more and more women look to enter the sport.
Island family calls for full-time allergist on P.E.I.
An Island family is pushing for a full-time allergist after their son was diagnosed with life-threatening allergies. The family now has to travel to Halifax every two to three weeks for allergy immunotherapy treatment.
More P.E.I. parents becoming interested in home-schooling
A group that serves families who home school on Prince Edward Island has seen a big increase in the number of people considering educating from home.
P.E.I. Home and School Federation consults on education plan for fall
P.E.I.'s Department of Education has hosted two town halls to consult with parent and student advocates as it prepares more detailed protocols for students' return to school in September.
Demand for lumber sparks shortage, high prices
More people doing home renovations have put a strain on the supply of lumber across Canada. Prices have jumped and some types of treated lumber are now very hard to source.