Piece of Island paradise protected forever

Many have approached Charles and Gloria McKinnon Perret over the years in hopes of purchasing a piece of the couple’s Island paradise. One disappointed would-be buyer after another would kindly...

Rochelle Roberts

September 8th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Habitat for Humanity is back on track Ryan Ross September 8th, 2010
• Bus driver discovers wrecked car Transcontinental Staff September 8th, 2010
• No charges anticipated in N.S. van crash Transcontinental Staff September 8th, 2010
• Fiery debate sparked by apartment construction near chemical plant Dave Stewart September 8th, 2010

Recent citizen reporter articles

• Terry Fox Run - Greater Charlottetown Area Dave Stewart August 31st, 2010

• News
• Business
• Sports
• Society
• 
  • Arts
  • Lifestyle

Germany's annual inflation rate down slightly at one per cent in August

BERLIN - Official data show that Germany's annual inflation rate dipped to one per cent in August despite a strong year-on-year rise in oil prices. The Federal Statistical Office said the inflation...

Rochelle Roberts

September 9th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Remnants of Tropical Storm Hermine threaten 4 US states after killing 2 in Texas Rochelle Roberts September 9th, 2010
• Chinese anti-corruption official sentenced to death for taking $1 million in bribes Rochelle Roberts September 9th, 2010
• Thailand calls for even tighter security amid 3 new bomb scares in Bangkok area Rochelle Roberts September 9th, 2010
• Police: Bomb-makers in Russian hotel kill 2 after explosion Rochelle Roberts September 9th, 2010

• Harness Racing
• Hockey
• Soccer
• Baseball
• 
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Cycling
  • Tennis
  • Golf
  • Motor racing
  • Ski
  • Skating
  • Water sports
  • Volleyball
  • Outdoor activities
  • Indoor activities
  • Track & field
  • Sports facilities

Going to Greece

For the P.E.I. softball team, the 2010 Special Olympics National Summer Games was just a prelude to bigger things to come. That’s because the 15 players and three coaches making up the team...

Rochelle Roberts

September 9th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Islander named assistant coach with national sledge hockey squad The Canadian Press September 9th, 2010
• Isles-Mets playoff contest postponed The Canadian Press September 9th, 2010
• Souris group looks to enter senior hockey league Al MacLeod September 9th, 2010
• SRW harness racing card postponed Al MacLeod September 8th, 2010

Recent citizen reporter articles

• West Royalty Rockets Defend Softball Title Al MacLeod August 23rd, 2010

• Economy
• Personal finance
• Natural resources
• Employment
• 
  • Retail & services
  • Construction & real estate
  • Agriculture
  • Freight industry
  • Manufacturing

Dollar up, TSX down after Bank of Canada raises interest rate to one per...

TORONTO — The Canadian dollar got a boost Wednesday from the Bank of Canada’s decision to raise its key interest rate, while the Toronto stock market closed in negative territory with weakness...

Rochelle Roberts

September 8th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Housing market to continue to slow, but not plunge into U.S.-style crisis The Canadian Press September 8th, 2010
• Foley to manage Holland College's West Prince campus Transcontinental Staff September 8th, 2010
• Bank of Canada raises key interest rate a quarter point to one per cent The Canadian Press September 8th, 2010
• Record-high gold not enough to offset TSX loss; European bank worries resurface The Canadian Press September 7th, 2010

• Festivals & events
• Entertainment
• Cultural activities

Wiggles making first-ever P.E.I. stop

The big red car is coming to Charlottetown.  The Wiggles, the world's top pre-school entertainment group, are coming to Prince Edward Island for the first time ever. Australia's fab four...

Rochelle Roberts

September 8th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Fresh Island corn now in season Margaret Prouse September 7th, 2010
• Children's Aid Foundation to benefit from Johnny Reid tour Margaret Prouse September 7th, 2010
• Veteran host, reporter Tom Clark leaving CTV after almost 40 years The Canadian Press September 7th, 2010
• Deadline for 2010 Island Book Awards is Oct. 1 The Canadian Press September 3rd, 2010

• Columns
• Editorials
• Letters to editor

The needs of an aging population

A research project projecting the future economic impact of dementia amounts to a heads-up for all levels of government. They’d be wise to start now to put in place a strategy that will guide...

Rochelle Roberts

September 8th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Earl a dull non-event Rochelle Roberts September 8th, 2010
• Bike lanes must be safe Rochelle Roberts September 8th, 2010
• Remembering the West Prince fire Rochelle Roberts September 8th, 2010
• Navigating the choppy Northwest Passage Rochelle Roberts September 8th, 2010

Transit strikes London and France; job cuts, pensions at issue

PARIS - Public transit ground to a halt across France and on the London Tube on Tuesday, with tourists and commuters bearing the brunt of a wave of discontent over government austerity measures....

Rochelle Roberts

September 7th, 2010

0 Comment

Recent articles

• Havana: Five important ways travel can heal you Postmedia News September 3rd, 2010
• Study reveals 'staycations' how Canadians spent summer Postmedia News August 27th, 2010
• Maritime provinces throw out welcome mat for motorcyclists The Associated Press August 17th, 2010
• Vacationing in Atlantic Canada: Anne of Green Gables, surfing, golf and herring The Canadian Press August 17th, 2010