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Petroleum pricing September 15, 2017
2017-09-15
The Island Regulatory and Appeals Commission approved the following petroleum pricing decisions, effective 12:01 a.m., Friday, September 15, 2017:
gasoline prices will decrease by 7.7 cents per litre (cpl); and
there will be no change in the price of furnace oil, stove oil or diesel at this...
Harvest season is time for caution on Island roads
2017-09-15
The agriculture community and Island motorists both have roles in maintaining safe driving practices during the busy harvest season.
Island motorists are asked to be patient, slow down, stay well back and ensure a clear view and sufficient distance to safely pass farm equipment. Motorists are...
Wastewater investments prepare Tignish for the future
2017-09-15
Investing In infrastructure -
For the community of Tignish, an investment in better wastewater processing is a big step toward environmental sustainability - and a success story of governments working together.
With the help of the Canada Water and Wastewater Fund (CWWF), the Island’s...
Dewar named interim CEO of Health PEI
2017-09-15
Health PEI has named former CEO Keith Dewar as its interim CEO effective October 30.
Dewar takes over from current CEO Dr. Michael Mayne who will leave the position at the end of September. Dewar is expected to serve as interim CEO for approximately six months.
“For the past several weeks, the...
Insights on aging sought at symposium
2017-09-15
With more Islanders entering their senior years, health professionals are looking for guidance from those dealing with the challenges presented by an aging population.
Nearly 100 people gathered recently at Holland College to ask questions such as “what can we do to better serve seniors? and “how...
Province supports MacDougall Steel expansion
2017-09-15
Creating jobs for Islanders -
Ron MacDougall sees a bright future for his company MacDougall Steel Erectors Inc. (MSE) thanks to a $7 million renovation and fit-up to its production facilities.
As part of its plan to grow and diversify, the company recently purchased the former McCain plant in...
Impaired driving penalties increase
2017-09-15
The penalties for impaired driving in Prince Edward Island will become stricter starting tomorrow (September 16).
Amendments to the province’s Highway Traffic Act extend vehicle impoundments, increase some ignition interlock terms, add licence suspensions to a driving record, and toughen rules for...
Teacher anxious to put down roots
2017-09-15
Supporting Island Families -
Central Queens Elementary teacher Jonathan MacDonald was all smiles as he decorated his classroom to welcome students to his grade 2/3 split.
He has a message for his first class as a full-time, permanent teacher – “persistence and patience pays off.”
It’s been eight...