Nobody loved the start of the annual fishing season more than Matthew Murphy. The Bonshaw man, who lost his battle with depression two years ago at age 19, would wake before the sun and head to his favorite fishing hole at Carragher’s Pond. He and his family would fuel up with a...
In what is supposed to be the “hap - happiest” season of all, it’s tough to feel sad during the holidays. But for many who struggle with mental health and addictions issues, the holidays can lead to unpleasant memories, substance abuse, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxiety, and...
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...
Engage PEI helped 20 people from all across Prince Edward Island get involved with their provincial government this month. The Islanders were appointed or reappointed to six government agencies, boards, or commissions in August. Engage PEI helps fill vacancies on more than 70...
Scott Parsons says learning about black history on Prince Edward Island could help Islanders understand more about their own history. The singer/songwriter has told the tale of black Islanders through his music for decades. He says Islanders need to realize that black people have...
Students at Morell Regional High School are gearing up for Safe Grade, a 12-hour chem-free party where they will get to celebrate in style - and remember every minute of it. “We go to such a small school, you really get to know everybody,” said grade 12 student Breanna MacAdam....
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Strengthening mental health services - Every Monday morning, a five-person team meets at Hernewood Intermediate School. They have different areas of expertise – a mental health therapist, two nurses and two school outreach workers – but they have a shared goal: to help students...
The newest member of Holland College’s Board of Governors is looking forward to her next challenge. Montague resident Candace Cormier has volunteered with the Red Cross, CIBC Run for the Cure, and the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and she is an auxiliary officer with the RCMP...
Creating jobs for Islanders - Haley Ellis admits she didn’t know much about asphalt when she started this past June as a summer student at the provincial government’s Slemon Park road shop. The 2017 Westisle Composite High School graduate did know she would begin studying...