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'A job that has to be done': Being an RCMP diver is not for the faint-hearted

by David Pate

There are only about 70 RCMP divers in Canada, and their work can involve hunting for bodies — the victims of accidents or crimes — that are lost in lakes, rivers or the ocean.

P.E.I. wildlife: A 2016 roundup of fascinating facts

by Sara Fraser

People are endlessly curious about the world around them, which is one reason CBC P.E.I. launched a regular feature on wildlife this year. From skunks to birds and even bees here's a roundup of some of our most popular critter stories.

Violent crime rate on P.E.I. far and away lowest in Canada

by Kevin Yarr

If you're worried about becoming a victim of violent crime, P.E.I. is the place for you.

Nova Scotia girl receives over 20,000 Christmas cards after mother's online plea

The mother of a girl battling cancer says their Christmas was "extra special" after their mailbox was flooded with more than 20,000 messages of love and encouragement from strangers around the world.

Island Storm win home opener against Saint John

by Terrence McEachern

The Island Storm opened the National Basketball League of Canada regular season in Charlottetown on Monday with a win against the Saint John Riptide at the Eastlink Centre.

Photos Legendary loss: Artists and entertainers who died in 2016

by Jelena Adzic

The arts and entertainment world lost some bar-raising legends in 2016.

P.E.I. libraries set sights on more telescopes for amateur stargazers

by Gail Harding

Montague residents can now do a bit of sky gazing with the loan of a telescope from the local library.

Strangers 'that had nowhere to go for Christmas' find a place to belong on N.S. farm

by Adina Bresge

A falconer, a university student from Vietnam, a toddler and a miniature horse gathered at a farmhouse in Nova Scotia for a turkey dinner shared by 10 near-strangers.

Don't post vacation plans on social media, warns Charlottetown police

by Terrence McEachern

Charlottetown police are warning residents that posting vacation plans on social media could let potential burglars know when, and for how long, a home will be unoccupied.

Atlantic blood inventory takes hit from storms before Christmas

by Carolyn Ray

Canadian Blood Services is issuing a plea for blood donations after bad weather caused the closure of several clinics heading into the holidays.

Handpies and green curry: 2 new ideas for turkey leftovers

by Kevin Yarr

If you've had enough of soup and sandwiches, here are a couple of new ideas from two P.E.I. chefs for the inevitable holiday dinner leftovers.

Tuesday morning drive may be messy with snow, freezing rain

by Gail Harding

It could be a messy drive on the morning commute Tuesday with a mix of snow and freezing rain expected for Prince Edward Island.

P.E.I. suffers a 2nd bad year for highway fatalities

by Kevin Yarr

For the second year in a row 2016 has seen an above average number of traffic fatalities on P.E.I.

An underdog's triumph, furry hugs and cure for a hangover: The year in good news

by Haydn Watters

It was a year headlined by death, disappointment and destruction. From war and disaster to the untimely passing of many notable figures, 2016 was packed full of terrible news. But buried within were nuggets of good news — the kind of stories that made us smile and softened hearts. Here are some of our favourites.

What's open and closed on Boxing Day in P.E.I.

Many businesses and stores are staying closed on Boxing Day, Dec. 26.

Blowing snow on P.E.I. could make it hard for drivers to see, Environment Canada says

Blowing snow could reduce visibility to near zero on parts of Prince Edward Island on Christmas Day, Environment Canada says.

'Double fun:' P.E.I. families of many faiths embrace the Christmas season

by Sara Fraser

CBC P.E.I. dropped in on some non-Christian Island households to see how they're marking the season.

Pyjamas, pianos, and raspberry cream cheese pie: Christmas traditions on the Island

by Kevin Yarr

There is a long tradition of Islanders going to the mainland for work, and an equally long tradition of them coming home for Christmas.

Confederation Bridge closed again to high-sided vehicles

The Confederation Bridge has closed again to high-sided traffic.

Rural Christmas stories and memories shared in new book

by Gail Harding

A new book, Vintage Christmas: Holiday Stories from Rural PEI shares 18 short stories of Christmas memories from the 1920s to the 1960s.

'I still have the passion': Lorie Kane reflects on Hall of Fame golf career

by Shane Ross

Charlottetown’s Lorie Kane was inducted into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame last summer and in January, she’ll be inducted into the PGA of Canada Hall of Fame. But that doesn’t mean she’s ready to put away the driver.

Freezing rain could make driving hectic Tuesday, weather service says

Ice pellets and freezing rain could make driving difficult on P.E.I. Tuesday morning, Environment Canada says.

Justin Trudeau's Christmas message: Canadians at their 'very best' in difficult times

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Christmas message focuses on charity, challenges and political accomplishments, and says, "Living in Canada comes with a responsibility to be there for each other."

Need a laugh? Elf on a shelf here to help

A Charlottetown man is hoping to spread some Christmas joy — by dressing up in an elf costume.

Christmas spin: Our holiday playlist

by Sarah Betts

The Island's CBC staff share their favourite Christmas songs to keep the holiday spirit going all weekend long.

Your P.E.I.: The pets of Christmas

by Shane Ross

We asked you to send pictures of your pets in dressed up for Christmas, and you didn't disappoint. Of course, on P.E.I., that doesn't mean just cats and dogs — even, horses, cows and goats get in on the Yuletide spirit.

Canada aims to hold onto Christmas trade surplus

by Kevin Yarr

After years of registering a trade deficit in Christmas goods, Canada turned around the trend in 2015, but it is too early to say whether that will hold in 2016.

The mysterious growing and shrinking Canadian turkey

by Kevin Yarr

Since the 1970s the weight of the average bird delivered to the Christmas table of Canadians has grown steadily thanks to modern breeding techniques, but the humble turkey's history holds deep mysteries in earlier decades.

Local education group stresses lending a helping hand during the holidays

by Sarah Betts

Roxanne Carter-Thompson, executive director of The Adventure Group, said the holidays can be stressful for many reasons, and helping those who need it is important.

Island Storm coach excited about upcoming season

Island Storm head coach Joe Salerno has high expectations for his team this season.

Group renews call for trapping and snaring ban on P.E.I. after dog death

by Natalia Goodwin

An animal rights group is calling, once again, for a ban on trapping and snaring on P.E.I. That's after a dog died in a beaver trap last week.

Busiest season ever for Bedford MacDonald House

by Nicole Williams

The Salvation Army's Bedford MacDonald House emergency homeless shelter for men is having its busiest season ever.

Fragile shoreline survived high water in P.E.I. National Park

by Brian Higgins

Parks Canada staff are saying the Island's shoreline "dodged one" after last week's high water, with minimal damage to dunes and shore in P.E.I. National Park.

Youngest member of women's council calls for more women in politics to look up to

by Sarah Betts

Madison Blanchard, 21, said she feels disenfranchised looking at the lack of representation for women in province's legislature.

Kensington resident organizes free Christmas dinner for seniors, less fortunate

by Terrence McEachern

Kensington, P.E.I., resident Michelle Campbell helped organize and cook a free Christmas dinner on Friday for seniors and less fortunate members of the community.

Humble Barber denied liquor license, again

by Jesara Sinclair

A P.E.I. barbershop has been denied a liquor license again.

How Wade MacLauchlan celebrates the holiday season

by Terrence McEachern

P.E.I. Premier Wade MacLauchlan has a few additions to the standard holiday season traditions.

Dixie Lee Family Restaurant returns to P.E.I.

by Gail Harding

Dixie Lee Family Restaurant, a popular fast food chicken restaurant in other parts of the Maritimes is making a return to Prince Edward Island.

P.E.I. prepares to review electoral districts with appointments to commission

by Gail Harding

As the province prepares to review P.E.I.'s electoral districts following the 2015 provincial election, six Islanders have been appointed to oversee the process.

Move over 2016: It's time for a big, red 2017 on the waterfront

by Terrence McEachern

Downtown Charlottetown Inc. has removed the number six at the end of the red 2016 display date at the waterfront and is in the process of replacing it with a seven to reflect the New Year.

Snowmobiles now using Confederation Trail for season

by Gail Harding

Snowmobiles are now making use of the Confederation Trail on P.E.I. as the snowmobile season begins.

Child in critical condition following two vehicle collision, say police

A child is in critical condition after a collision between a car and a pickup truck Thursday afternoon in Lower Newton, near Belfast, P.E.I., say police.

Souris mayor happy town has financial surplus

by Gail Harding

The Town of Souris is in good financial shape thanks to some expenses being less than anticipated says the town's mayor.

Threat against P.E.I. schools likely originated in U.S., say police

by Gail Harding

Police say a threat made toward schools across P.E.I. Sept. 21 is believed to have originated in the United States.

P.E.I. woman gives personalized gift bags to soup kitchen patrons

by Pat Martel

A Stratford, P.E.I., woman wants to make sure that every person who regularly uses the Upper Room soup kitchen in Charlottetown gets presents.

Road closures set for Charlottetown's First Night 150 celebration

by Gail Harding

Parking restrictions and street closures will be put in place on Dec. 31 as Charlottetown prepares to host First Night 150.

Confederation Bridge tolls increase by 50 cents in 2017

by Gail Harding

Tolls on the Confederation Bridge will increase Jan. 1, 2017 as part of the operating agreement with the federal government.

'It's definitely gotten a lot busier': food share group on Island sees holiday demand

by Stephanie Brown

The volunteer-run group PEI Food Share started getting more requests for assistance near the end of November.

'Certainly a first I've seen': Alleged impaired driver stopped by excavator

by Stephanie Brown

Queens District RCMP responded to an impaired driving call Thursday and were met with an unusual sight.