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Fed up restaurant owner tracks down dine-and-dashers with help of social media

July 10 , 2024 at 06:47:00 p.m. ADT • :

A Charlottetown restaurant owner is crediting the public and the power of social media for helping her track down a family who feasted on lobster, oysters and drinks before pulling the infamous dine-and-dash.

For some on P.E.I., it's strawberry fields forever

July 10 , 2024 at 07:03:40 p.m. ADT • :

CBC takes a tour of the strawberry patches, and it's clear farmers and U-pickers on P.E.I. know a sweet thing when they see it. 'You get more for what you pay,' says one happy customer.

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Prince County adds rainfall warning to heat warning

July 10 , 2024 at 07:23:10 a.m. ADT • :

As the heat wave comes to an end in western P.E.I., there is going to be some heavy rain.

Non-profit launches video series about international students' labour market struggles in P.E.I.

July 10 , 2024 at 06:00:00 p.m. ADT • :

The Atlantic Student Development Alliance is set to debut a new video series called Shifting Tides: The Impact of P.E.I.'s Job Market on International Students and Graduates in P.E.I. CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin spoke with executive director Daniel Ohaegbu to find out why the group needed to shine a light on the challenges international students face while working in the province.

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Hot dogs and hot cats: How does P.E.I.'s heat wave affect our pets?

July 9 , 2024 at 07:00:00 p.m. ADT • :

This week's heat wave not only affects humans but our furry friends, too. CBC News: Compass host Louise Martin speaks to Dr. Andrew Cohen from the Atlantic Veterinary College about how to ensure your pet's well-being and how they can stay safe in the heat.

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