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Today's top headlines from CBC Prince Edward Island - 2026-08-26

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Good evening, these are your top stories for Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
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Vandal cuts refrigeration line at Summerside Butcher's Shop, causing $100K in damage

August 25 , 2026 at 05:40:10 p.m. ADT • :

The Summerside Butcher's Shop is suffering around $100,000 in damages after being vandalized on Aug. 18.

Story of P.E.I.'s classic car community told through new video interview series

August 25 , 2026 at 07:14:00 p.m. ADT • :

Aiden Craig has turned his passion for classic cars into a new series called Red Dirt Roads. He tells CBC's Steve Bruce what led to that passion, and why he was so keen to share that history with the world.

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P.E.I. launches new brand to help put work of Island creators on the map

August 25 , 2026 at 02:26:42 p.m. ADT • :

The provincial government is making it easier for people to recognize Island artwork with a new branding initiative called P.E.I. Creates.

What really happens when you take your vehicle in for an inspection on P.E.I.?

August 25 , 2026 at 06:00:00 a.m. ADT • :

Island drivers have to get motor vehicle inspections done every year — but what exactly do mechanics look for? CBC's Connor Lamont wondered the same thing, so he set off to get some answers.

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P.E.I. businesses wade through uncertainty as 50% United States tariffs come into effect

August 24 , 2026 at 08:06:08 p.m. ADT • :

U.S. President Donald Trump's 50 per cent tariff on a number of Canadian goods came into play over the weekend, leaving Prince Edward Island business leaders uncertain about what the future holds.