PEI mice problems

Island pest control companies say they’re having an exceptionally busy fall dealing with mouse infestations across P.E.I.

Sharpline Pest Control in York, says that their calls have almost doubled compared to last year.

Officials say that with the temperatures dropping, more and more mice will be showing up in Island homes and buildings.

It’s recommended that you seal off any potential entry points.

Island development concerns

The future of the island’s two regional development corporations is uncertain after the province announced it will take steps to assume total control of the organizations.

A government-commissioned review of the Charlottetown Area Development Corporation and Summerside Regional Development Corporation recommends a renewed mandate with clear goals of economic growth.

Premier Wade MacLauchlan says that  “as a result of this review, provincial officials will explore a process to have the shares of SRDC and CRDC consolidated under provincial ownership.