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Don't leave your car while you're stopped on the Confederation Bridge, says P.E.I. #rcmp
While it's a rare occurrence to find yourself parked in the middle of the Confederation Bridge, police have a message for anyone who finds themselves waiting during roadwork delays: stay in your vehicle.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-rcmp-confederation-bridge-roadwork-drivers-leaving-vehciles-9.7213974?cmp=rss

Don't leave your car while you're stopped on the Confederation Bridge, says P.E.I. RCMP | CBC News

While it's a rare occurrence to find yourself parked in the middle of the Confederation Bridge, police have a message for anyone who finds themselves waiting during roadwork delays: stay in your vehicle.

CBC

Ocean Playground News 6h ago

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P.E.I. Greens press province on delayed Hunter River patient medical home expansion
Work on the proposed expansion to the Hunter River patient medical home has not begun, despite $1.5 million allocated in the government's latest capital budget.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-hunter-river-patient-medical-home-expansion-9.7213369?cmp=rss

P.E.I. Greens press province on delayed Hunter River patient medical home expansion | CBC News

Work on the proposed expansion to the Hunter River patient medical home has not begun, despite $1.5 million allocated in the government's latest capital budget.

CBC

Ocean Playground News 10h ago

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Oyster farmers on P.E.I. fear losing their home, business despite government supports
A couple in western P.E.I. says they’re on the brink of losing their business and their home, despite recently announced government support for the oyster industry. The Richards say none of the programs help them because they don't take into account the money they’ve invested in expanding their farm. CBC’s Nancy Russell has more.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7212903?cmp=rss

Oyster farmers on P.E.I. fear losing their home, business despite government supports

A couple in western P.E.I. says they’re on the brink of losing their business and their home, despite recently announced government support for the oyster industry. The Richards say none of the programs help them because they don't take into account the money they’ve invested in expanding their farm. CBC’s Nancy Russell has more.

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Ocean Playground News 21h ago

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P.E.I. partnering with local company to offer late-night ride-hailing service in rural areas
The government of #princeedwardisland is introducing a six-month pilot project with a local ride-hailing company to help Islanders in rural areas travel safely during the evenings and late at night.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-rideshare-late-night-pilot-project-9.7212834?cmp=rss

P.E.I. subsidizing ride-hailing to create rural late-night service | CBC News

The government of Prince Edward Island is introducing a six-month pilot project with a local ride-hailing company to help Islanders in rural areas travel safely during the evenings and late at night.

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Ocean Playground News 21h ago

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Outgoing UPEI board chair reflects on work to change ‘toxic culture’ on campus
Shannon MacDonald took over as chair of UPEI’s board of governors just after the release of an independent report that pointed to widespread bullying and harassment at the university. She tells CBC’s Steve Bruce about the steps taken to address those issues, and what’s left to be done now that she’s leaving her role.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7212767?cmp=rss

Outgoing UPEI board chair reflects on work to change ‘toxic culture’ on campus

Shannon MacDonald took over as chair of UPEI’s board of governors just after the release of an independent report that pointed to widespread bullying and harassment at the university. She tells CBC’s Steve Bruce about the steps taken to address those issues, and what’s left to be done now that she’s leaving her role.

CBC

Ocean Playground News 22h ago

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Community mourns Island teen who died after being struck at bus stop last week
Isabella Bastardo Jimenez was about to get on a school bus last week when she was struck by a tractor-trailer. The teenager died in hospital Monday. CBC’s Connor Lamont has more on the reaction and the outpouring of support from the community.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7212982?cmp=rss

Community mourns Island teen who died after being struck at bus stop last week

Isabella Bastardo Jimenez was about to get on a school bus last week when she was struck by a tractor-trailer. The teenager died in hospital Monday. CBC’s Connor Lamont has more on the reaction and the outpouring of support from the community.

CBC

Ocean Playground News 1d ago

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Number of forest fires in P.E.I. slightly above average this year, provincial official says
Six forest fires have been recorded in #princeedwardisland so far this year, a number the province's field services manager says is slightly above average.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-wild-fire-season-conditions-2026-9.7212741?cmp=rss

Number of forest fires in P.E.I. slightly above average this year, provincial official says | CBC News

Six forest fires have been recorded in Prince Edward Island so far this year, a number the province's field services manager says is slightly above average.

CBC

Ocean Playground News 1d ago

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NHL legend and P.E.I. native Forbes Kennedy remembered for big heart, tough playing style
Remembered for his big heart and tough style of play despite his smaller size — and known simply as Forbie to most Islanders — Kennedy died Monday at the age of 90.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/prince-edward-island/pei-sports-hockey-forbes-kennedy-dies-9.7212734?cmp=rss

NHL legend and P.E.I. native Forbes Kennedy remembered for big heart, tough playing style | CBC News

Remembered for his big heart and tough style of play despite his smaller size — and known simply as Forbie to most Islanders — Kennedy died Monday at the age of 90.

CBC

Adam Hartling 1d ago

Visit Volta Labs TONIGHT for the Atlantic Game Jam Showcase & Award Show! Jammers will show off their games submissions and awards will be presented to 5 category winners.

1800 Argyle St Unit 801, Halifax at 6pm!

https://www.meetup.com/halifax-indie-devs-play-and-tell/events/314844057/

If you are not able to reach the in person event and want to watch the award show remotely, the discord link is below. Award show starts at 8pm Atlantic!

https://discord.gg/aUtdQ2GE?event=1508498834509136033

#novascotia #newbrunswick #pei #newfoundlandAndLabrador #gamedev

Ocean Playground News 1d ago

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P.E.I. doesn't have enough dental hygienists to keep up with demand for cleanings
The demand for dental cleanings and care on the Island is outpacing the number of dental hygienists who can provide it. Many offices are already booking into 2027, while some patients are waiting longer than the recommended six months for their appointments. CBC's Gwyneth Egan has more.
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.7211059?cmp=rss

P.E.I. doesn't have enough dental hygienists to keep up with demand for cleanings

The demand for dental cleanings and care on the Island is outpacing the number of dental hygienists who can provide it. Many offices are already booking into 2027, while some patients are waiting longer than the recommended six months for their appointments. CBC's Gwyneth Egan has more.

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