Atlantic bluefin tuna not listed as an endangered species

Atlantic bluefin tuna will not be listed on the endangered species list, a decision released Wednesday by the federal government.

Kent Street Market set to open in downtown Charlottetown this summer

A new grocery market will soon be filling a gap in shopper's needs in downtown Charlottetown.

Opposition calls for suicide prevention strategy

by Kevin Yarr

An Opposition motion for a suicide prevention strategy received the full support of the P.E.I. Legislature Tuesday evening.

Census 2016: P.E.I. region's most youthful province

by Kevin Yarr

P.E.I. has the most youthful population in Atlantic Canada, according to 2016 census results released Wednesday, but it is still considerably older than the population of Canada as a whole.

How a horse from P.E.I. found a new home with a boy with autism

by Nancy Russell

A boy from Cape Breton, N.S. will soon have his own horse, thanks to the generosity of a donor from Ontario and a harness racing farm on P.E.I.

P.E.I. developing taste for more and better wine

by Kevin Yarr

Prince Edward Islanders are drinking more wine, and they are willing to spend more for a better bottle, according to a report this week from Statistics Canada.

P.E.I. legislative committee suggests limiting written questions

by Kevin Yarr

The P.E.I. Opposition is trying to figure out how asking when they'll get some information from government ended up with a legislative committee suggesting limiting the number of written questions MLAs can ask.

Reluctant readers can learn from video games, says children's author

If you're the parent of a reluctant reader there may be a great teaching tool in what your kids do like — video games, web sites and graphic novels.

Cavendish bus service opens 'whole new labour market'

by Kevin Yarr

A bus service between Charlottetown and Cavendish has been confirmed for this summer.

'Cavendish Forever' — new tourism brand focuses on reconnecting with memories

by Krystalle Ramlakhan

A new brand from Tourism Cavendish Beach focuses on reconnecting people with their memories of visiting Prince Edward Island and capitalizing on the iconic story of Anne of Green Gables.

Former player named UPEI's new head coach of men's basketball

A former UPEI basketball player has been named the head coach of the men's basketball team. Darrell Glenn says he is looking forward to returning to his alma mater to lead the team to a winning season — and maybe more.

Why lobster prices are so high and what it means for the industry

by Preston Mulligan

Lobster prices in the Maritimes are high and buyers in Nova Scotia say they've never seen lobster on the wharf sell for $8 per pound in early May.

Updated Facebook blocks LuxStyle beauty product ads that customers say are a scam

by Jacqueline Hansen

Facebook has blocked advertising from a beauty products company that customers say sends them products they haven't ordered, then demands payment, the social networking giant has told CBC, which had earlier reported on the complaints.

Bypass debate leads to 'tweet storm' from P.E.I. cabinet minister

by Kerry Campbell

A debate from the P.E.I. Legislature spilled over onto social media over the weekend, then back to the Legislative Assembly Tuesday as the Opposition accused Transportation Minister Paula Biggar of "trolling" and even threatening one of its members.

One Book One Island author explains her love for Canada

The author of the work chosen for the "One Book One Island" program this year, Kim Thúy, reflects on her positive experience as a newcomer to Canada.

New P.E.I. web series Lovely Witches Club launched

The first episode of the web series Lovely Witches Club was launched online Monday along with re-launch of its website and club.

'We're up about 15 per cent on our pre bookings': Tourism season off to a strong start

by Tom Steepe

The 2017 tourism season in P.E.I. is already shaping up to be one of the best the province has ever seen. Early numbers being reported by operators indicate bookings are up from last year, which saw a record number of tourists flock to the Island.

Holland College starting its own ringette team in the fall

by Laura Meader

Holland College plans to have its own ringette team for the fall.

'I feel lighter today': Old Home Week to go ahead in 2017

by Steve Bruce

Old Home Week will go ahead this year, according to the event's general manager.

UPEI's professor gender gap slowly narrowing says acting dean

The University of Prince Edward Island falls below the national averages of male versus female full-time professors.

Leone Bagnall dead at 83

by Kevin Yarr

Former P.E.I. Progressive Conservative MLA and cabinet minister Leone Bagnall died on Sunday.

4 West Prince companies receive ACOA loans for expansion

Three food processors and a manufacturer of agricultural equipment in West Prince, P.E.I. received loans Tuesday from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency for business expansion.

Central P.E.I. suffers brief power outage

by Kevin Yarr

The power went out for about 1,600 Maritime Electric customers east of Charlottetown early Tuesday afternoon.

Man who slammed dog's head into wall gets 60 days house arrest

by Brian Higgins

Daniel Ponzo, 19, was sentenced Tuesday to a 60-day conditional sentence for willfully causing unnecessary pain and suffering to an animal.

Winning workplace safety video focuses on the farm

by Kevin Yarr

The winner of this year's Workers Compensation Board of P.E.I. High School Video Contest highlights the dangers of working when you are tired, especially on the farm.