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News before 1996 is not available online.
A strong economy with high employment and good fiscal management have led to a $56.9 million surplus in the 2018-19 fiscal year for the Province of Prince Edward Island. “It is because of the strength of Islanders that we continue to experience a strong and healthy economy. It is...
Charlottetown Police Services has a new van wrapped in messages to remind Islanders about the dangers of driving under the influence of cannabis and to help keep people safe. The new wrapped van warns Islanders that driving under the influence of cannabis is driving while...
Tree debris removal from curbsides and properties will be wrapping in November so provincial road crews can prepare for winter operations. Provincial road crews have been working on debris removal since early September. Crews started by clearing debris from roads to ensure driver...
Islanders with intellectual disabilities and their families will have more support with an increase in the number of residential beds available at community organizations across the province. Community Connections Inc., Queens County Residential Services and Inclusions East have...
To say Liz Maynard is a community leader is an understatement. As an active member of three boards; including president of the Prince County Hospital Foundation, and many other ongoing volunteer roles, she demonstrates a dedication to helping others and a passion for rural life....
Thanks to the Ignition Fund, Chelsey Lake, a digital marketing strategist, designer and developer, will be able to offer small businesses scheduling and ticketing services for their websites. “Successfully securing an Ignition Fund grant has been pivotal in propelling our...
The provincial government will track and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its operations, doing its part to lower emissions for Islanders and communities. As part of its efforts to green government, Prince Edward Island has joined 'The Climate Registry,' a non-profit...
A number of rural fire departments across Prince Edward Island have updated their equipment and facilities to better protect lives and property. The provincial government has provided funding of $138,826 through the Community Revitalization Program. The program supports the...
Premier Dennis King has issued the following statement on the passing of George Proud: “I was saddened to hear of the passing of George Proud this morning. He was a proud Islander with a passion and deep-rooted commitment to serving his community that was unwavering. To his...
A new 14 classroom addition at Stratford Elementary eases overcrowding at Glen Stewart Primary and Stratford Elementary and provides more opportunity for learning and future growth. Students, staff, officials and community members gathered today at Stratford Elementary to...