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Charlottetown's Derek Tweel says volunteering is the most rewarding thing a person can do

Derek Tweel has spent 40 years donating time to organizations like Gold Cup parade, Canada Games and more

July 9, 2025 at 10:41 AM

Dave Stewart

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Shania Twain makes $25,000 donation to P.E.I. food bank

The director of the West Prince Caring Cupboard said she is so grateful for pop star Shania Twain’s $25,000 donation.

July 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM

Dave Stewart

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P.E.I. peace committee clashes with capital city over liability insurance

The City of Charlottetown’s insistence on setting an expensive insurance liability is not sitting well with the Island Peace Committee.

May 22, 2025 at 1:19 PM

Dave Stewart

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Charlottetown hospital saves two premature babies

This year's event aims to raise more than $500,000 for urgent equipment needs, including the support for MRI technology upgrades.

May 21, 2025 at 12:34 PM

Dave Stewart

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Rustico couple says farewell to Gallant’s Country Food Market that was in family for almost 100 years

Tammy Gallant said it is bittersweet to say goodbye to Gallant’s Country Food Market after 35 years of ownership.

May 17, 2025 at 11:43 AM

Dave Stewart

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Filipino community planning dragon boat festival for Charlottetown

A native of the Philippines gazed out over the Charlottetown harbour and said he has come up with the perfect way to give back.

May 16, 2025 at 12:33 PM

Dave Stewart

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Man who lit up Christmas in North Rustico, P.E.I., remembered

James Gallant known for his epic PEI Christmas light display in memory of his son, has died at 86, leaving a glowing legacy.

May 10, 2025 at 11:46 AM

Dave Stewart

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RSV cases in P.E.I. on the decline, says chief public health officer

The number of respiratory illness cases in P.E.I. has been dropping since March, says the chief public health officer.

May 9, 2025 at 10:58 AM

Dave Stewart

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UPEI men's basketball players pitch mini-golf course idea

UPEI athletes Daniel Gonzalez Longarela and Grant Schell are planning a seasonal mini-golf course to bring fun back to Charlottetown.

May 7, 2025 at 1:17 PM

Dave Stewart

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P.E.I. lobster fishers face low prices early in 2025

Low lobster prices are plaguing P.E.I. lobster fishermen in the early days of this season.

May 6, 2025 at 11:23 AM

Dave Stewart

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Shayna Conway of P.E.I. fighting life-threatening illness in Alberta

Thirteen years after a roadside shooting in Alberta left her partially paralyzed, PEI’s Shayna Conway is once again fighting for her life.

May 3, 2025 at 12:12 PM

Dave Stewart

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Costco becomes a member of Charlottetown chamber

Costco joined the Charlottetown chamber to grow wholesale ties, but officials say there's no confirmation of a retail store in P.E.I.

April 27, 2025 at 10:52 AM

Dave Stewart

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P.E.I. nursing instructor draws on difficult topics for tribute show to nurses

UPEI nursing instructor Kevin Ryan has a passion for the profession that he is turning into songs on April 23.

April 21, 2025 at 11:48 AM

Dave Stewart

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New P.E.I. school in danger of losing out on playground funding

Sherwood Elementary School is in danger of losing its new playground.

April 20, 2025 at 10:45 AM

Dave Stewart

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Cornwall man having fun pulling in donations for Alzheimer Society of P.E.I.

Alex Ewing is running 200K to raise $3,000 for Alzheimer’s, honouring his late grandfather and spreading awareness. Read more.

April 15, 2025 at 11:36 AM

Dave Stewart

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P.E.I. budget projects $184 million deficit in face of uncertain economy

Budget includes cuts to personal income, corporate and small business taxes

April 10, 2025 at 5:53 PM

Dave Stewart

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Dealing with U.S. president, bridge tolls issues on minds of Malpeque voters

With a federal election around the corner, the Guardian spoke with voters in the Malpeque riding to hear what issues concern them most.

April 10, 2025 at 12:04 PM

Dave Stewart

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New Sherwood Elementary in Charlottetown offers lots of space to learn

The new Sherwood Elementary School features more than 82,000 square feet of space designed for innovative learning experiences. Read more.

April 9, 2025 at 1:37 PM

Dave Stewart

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According to PEI MPs Heath MacDonald and Sean Casey, and Premier Rob Lantz, announcement coming on Con Bridge tolls/ferry rates. Whether that means they’ll be reduced or eliminated remains to be scene.

March 22, 2025 at 5:29 PM

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P.E.I. woman with terminal illness has discovered service dog has cancer

Tears stream down a 42-year-old Johnstons River woman’s face as she recounts how her beloved service dog is currently fighting cancer.

March 14, 2025 at 1:14 PM

Dave Stewart

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P.E.I. liquor shelves stay empty of U.S. product in response to tariffs

The P.E.I. government has decided to keep U.S. liquor off the shelves in the province for the time being. Read more.

March 13, 2025 at 12:14 PM

Dave Stewart

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P.E.I. craft breweries brace for impact of U.S. tariffs

A P.E.I. Brewing Company official warned that U.S. tariffs could threaten the survival of some of the Island’s craft breweries. Read more.

March 7, 2025 at 12:26 PM

Dave Stewart

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Slap in the face earns P.E.I. man entry to world championship

Dakota McGregor fights for the UFC-owned Power Slap Lightweight Championship of the World on March 7. Read more.

March 5, 2025 at 1:13 PM

Dave Stewart

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BREAKING NEWS: Long-time P.E.I. MP Lawrence MacAulay won't run again

MIDGELL, P.E.I. - Lawrence MacAulay took a deep breath in, trying to find the right words.

March 1, 2025 at 4:39 PM

Dave Stewart

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Remembering snowmageddon: P.E.I.'s back-to-back snowstorms in 2015 still talked about today

The Guardian takes a look back at the Islands snowiest winter. Click for more.