A global family: UPEI holds holiday dinner for international students

by Noah Richardson

On Thursday, UPEI hosted a traditional Canadian Christmas turkey dinner for its international students.

P.E.I. Green leader apologizes to Speaker, but stands by use of the word 'farce'

by Kerry Campbell

The Speaker of the P.E.I. Legislature Buck Watts says he stands by his decision Wednesday to suspend Peter Bevan-Baker for using the word 'farce.'

PEACE OF MIND 'This is a safe place': Tackling mental health in schools

by Jesara Sinclair

Newly created student well-being teams in two families of P.E.I. schools work the front lines to be available to children who may be struggling with anything from anxiety to relationship troubles.

'Now that's a farce!': Some other times P.E.I. MLAs used 'farce' in debate

by Iain Boekhoff

The fall sitting of the P.E.I. Legislature came to a dramatic close on Wednesday night as Green Party Leader Peter Bevan-Baker was removed from the house for refusing to withdraw his use of the word "farce."

Ex-couple in child support program question government keeping late fees

A former couple that currently uses the maintenance enforcement program to manage their child support payments is questioning extra fees that are billed to the paying parent.

High winds force restrictions on Confederation Bridge on busy travel week

The bridge was closed to motorcycle, truck and bus traffic in overnight and in the morning, reopened briefly in the early afternoon and was back to restrictions again later Thursday.

Home-based child care spots increased as government amends legislation

by Iain Boekhoff

The government passed amendments to the child care legislation on Wednesday to again allow home-based child care providers to care for more young children.

Jay Scotland's Christmas travel forecast

by Kevin Yarr

There are still some good-looking days for travel in the Maritimes before Christmas, says CBC meteorologist Jay Scotland, but some weather to keep an eye on as well.

Golden Spoon Award crowns P.E.I.'s best mustard pickle-maker

by Sara Fraser

The Golden Spoon Award for P.E.I.'s best mustard pickles has been handed to Nancy Gallant of O'Leary, P.E.I., for the third consecutive year.

Photos Ho-ho-no! Islanders share Santa photos gone wrong

When it comes to the Santa photo meltdown, many parents with small children have been there, done that. And lived to laugh about it later.

4 tips to keep a safe home this holiday season

by Cody MacKay

The Charlottetown Fire Department is reminding Islanders to stay safe this holiday season with several helpful tips.

Repairing Charlottetown sewers without digging up roads

by John Robertson

Charlottetown is spending $3 million to rehabilitate city sewer mains this winter, all without digging up roads. They have hired Ottawa-based Clean Water Works to repair the main sewer lines in parts of two neighbourhoods, Parkdale and Brighton.

Surprise $35K donation lifts P.E.I. Literacy Alliance

by Kevin Yarr

The P.E.I. Literacy Alliance is describing a $35,000 donation earlier this month as 'a beautiful legacy.'

High winds affect travel on Confederation Bridge

by Kevin Yarr

High winds restricted traffic on the Confederation Bridge on Thursday.

RCMP car struck while assisting at accident

by Kevin Yarr

RCMP on P.E.I. are urging motorists to slow down when approaching accident scenes or when they see police cars at the side of the road with their roof lights on, following an accident in Stratford Wednesday.

'This is beyond awesome': Listeners from across Canada send P.E.I. boy WW II artifacts

by Iain Boekhoff

The story of an 11-year-old Summerside boy collecting artifacts from the Second World War has touched Canadians across the country, with over a dozen people sending him uniforms, first aid kits, grenades, gas masks, food ration tins and pilot notebooks.

From riddle quizzes to plum pudding, P.E.I. MLAs share Yuletide traditions

CBC's Island Morning asked some P.E.I. MLAs about their favourite Christmas traditions and memories. Here's what they had to say.

Loblaw offering $25 card after admitting to bread price-fixing. Here's how to register

by Aleksandra Sagan

Loblaw Companies Ltd. is offering customers a $25 gift card as a goodwill gesture after admitting the company participated in an industry-wide bread price-fixing arrangement.

Food producers, grocers jumping on 'free from' bandwagon

by Dianne Buckner

Expect to see a lot more Canadian-made healthy products on your grocery store shelves in 2018. It was the biggest food trend of 2017, as demand grew for products free from ingredients such as gluten, sugar, dairy, additives and more. Canadian entrepreneurs and grocers are eager to satisfy the new craving.

Green leader turfed from P.E.I. Legislature as sitting comes to dramatic close

by Kerry Campbell

The fall sitting of the P.E.I. Legislature came to a dramatic close Wednesday with Green party Leader Peter Bevan-Baker ordered removed from the legislative chamber for refusing to withdraw the word 'farce.'

Peace of Mind Teens with anxiety, psychosis, mood disorders fill day program to capacity

by Jesara Sinclair

A group of teenagers arrives at P.E.I.'s Insight youth mental health day treatment program most mornings at 8:15 a.m., and starts the day with breakfast. These teens all have mood disorders, anxiety disorders or psychosis.

Kinkora High School hosts special holiday feast

by Noah Richardson

Some students at an Island high school treated their classmates, teachers and members of their community to a special meal on Wednesday — turkey dinner with all the fixings.

P.E.I. man under house arrest will serve rest of sentence in jail

A P.E.I. man under house arrest for sexual assault will now be serving the rest of his sentence in jail.

Food bank begins packing Christmas hampers

by Iain Boekhoff

The thousands of turkeys donated by Islanders are one step closer to making a difference as the food bank started packing up their Christmas hampers on Wednesday.

The proof is in the pudding: Island woman raises money for charity by baking at Christmas

by Katerina Georgieva

'Tis the season for Christmas baking — but for Pat Robinson of Sherwood, P.E.I., it's on a whole other level.

Wild weather keeps Charlottetown's sidewalk crews busy

by Iain Boekhoff

Charlottetown's sidewalks were snowy, slushy, icy and full of puddles on Tuesday and Wednesday as temperature and weather swings made clearing a tough job.

Last ferry of 2017 sails to Nova Scotia, wraps up strong year for route

by Iain Boekhoff

Northumberland Ferries sailed between P.E.I. and Nova Scotia for the last time in 2017 on Wednesday, wrapping up a bumper year of traffic for the ferry route.

Summerside 25 Charlottetown 0 — Western capital way out in front on electric charging stations

by Kevin Yarr

A report released this week from the Thinkers' Lodge in Pugwash recommends municipalities be leaders on the implementation of electric vehicles, and Summerside's mayor says his city is way ahead of the curve.

Island Storm players share Christmas with local families

by Tom Steepe

The Island Storm is providing its players with the comforts of home away from home this holiday season, giving them a break from their busy schedule.

Canadian Blood Services puts out call for donors

by Kevin Yarr

With just 18 per cent of appointment slots for P.E.I. filled for next week, Canadian Blood Services has put out a call for donors.

Whistleblowers need arms-length protection, says Opposition

by Kevin Yarr

A system that has whistleblower reports investigated within the government won't provide the protection necessary for those reporting wrongdoing, say P.E.I.'s Progressive Conservatives.

Because P.E.I.'s small: What that means for government lobbyists

by Kevin Yarr

P.E.I. Premier Wade MacLauchlan and provincial Green Leader Peter Bevan-Baker have different takes on what the province's small size should mean for former MLAs lobbying the government.

Lights, lovers — and fried chicken: What Christmas means to P.E.I. newcomers

Newcomers are mixing traditions from home with Island customs to make Christmas their own.

RCMP to review 165 P.E.I. sexual assault cases where charges weren't laid

by Sally Pitt

RCMP say 165 sexual assault cases on P.E.I. will be reviewed as part of a national effort to re-examine how police investigate these files.

CRA apologizes to single moms fighting for child benefits

by Karina Roman

After a number of CBC News stories chronicling single parents battles with the Canada Revenue Agency, the agency has reached out to apologize and promise to review or resolve the problems. But dozens more people who didn't make the news continue to wait for action.

Missed out on the $60 10 GB cellphone plans? Experts bet more deals are coming

by Sophia Harris

If you missed out on the cellphone plan deals that sparked long customer lineups, fear not. Industry-watchers say the time is ripe for more discounted plans as competition heats up in Canada's wireless market.

Minor collisions reported after first P.E.I. snowfall

by Sara Fraser

The weather Tuesday was a rude awakening for many drivers on P.E.I., with the season's first real snowfall making the drive to and from work and shopping wet and messy.

Peace of Mind Is your child struggling with their mental health? 5 things to consider

by Jesara Sinclair

CBC News asked experts on youth mental health about what parents can look for if they’re worried about their child.

Montague ER closures worry local residents

by Noah Richardson

Monday’s temporary closure of the emergency room at the hospital in Montague, P.E.I., has left some area residents feeling anxious.

Bar owner concerned Charlottetown parking ban may deter business

by Sara Fraser

Charlottetown bar owner Steve Barber is worried extending the city's overnight parking ban will discourage people from coming downtown.

RCMP charge suspected Hells Angels prospects with breaching conditions

by Katerina Georgieva

Three Island men who RCMP say are members of the Hells Angels prospect club are facing charges of breach of undertaking, and one is also facing an assault charge.

P.E.I. duo to play at Australia's Woodford Folk Festival over Christmas

by Sara Fraser

Mother and son musical duo Teresa Doyle and Patrick Bunston have an unusual Christmas lined up: they'll fly out the morning of Dec. 25 to perform at the Woodford Folk Festival in Australia.

P.E.I. man spreads smiles, joy by becoming a Christmas elf

by Pat Martel

One P.E.I. man has taken it upon himself to share a little Christmas spirit by donning an elf costume. Monty the Elf visits school classrooms, his local Lion's Club and dance shows.

Ghiz government cited for privacy breach 6 years after PNP whistleblowers came forward

by Kerry Campbell

Privacy Commissioner says government of the day either directly or indirectly responsible for leaking personal information of whistleblowers to Liberal party

P.E.I. rotary club quietly doing good in North Korea

by Sara Fraser

A service club in Charlottetown has been quietly working on more than a dozen projects in North Korea over the last 15 years.

Weary of Christmas classic viewing? Try these 6 fun alternatives

by Sara Fraser

If you've had your fill of Elf, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and all the Home Alone movies, here's a list of alternative flicks to help change up your holiday viewing.

Citizen policing course provides 'great overview' of police work on P.E.I.

by Kevin Yarr

Charlottetown police recently graduated its first citizen policing class, an initiative to provide local residents with a better understanding of police work.

United Arab Emirates donation 'fell out of the sky' for P.E.I. charity

by Kevin Yarr

P.E.I.'s Stars for Life Foundation is celebrating an unexpected donation from the embassy of the United Arab Emirates.

What's Your Story What happens when you try really hard to not hate winter?

Abby Goodwin loves living on Prince Edward Island — in the summer. Last year, she decided to try to warm up to winter.

New runway tempting air show back to Summerside

by Kevin Yarr

The Atlantic Canada International Air Show wants to come back to Summerside.