RCMP & Red Cross share Hallowe’en safety tips
The roots of Hallowe’en can be traced back to the Celtics, but it’s more important than ever to stay safe. – Thirdman via Pexels By...
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Wreckhouse Press
- Oct 2, 2023
- 4 min
RCMP remind drivers to abide by safety laws
A school bus drops children off after a day of classes in Port aux Basques. — © René J. Roy / Wreckhouse Press Inc. By Jaymie White Local...
Wreckhouse Press
- Nov 21, 2022
- 1 min
RCMP investigation updates
By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter SOUTHWEST COAST — On Monday, Nov. 14, the RCMP released an update on the sudden...
Wreckhouse Press
- Aug 22, 2022
- 5 min
Down a dark road
RCMP seek tips after teen flees from driver who ordered him into mini van Seal Cove Road is the stretch where the teenager was walking...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jul 25, 2022
- 1 min
Burnt Islands mischief
Channel-Port aux Basques #RCMPNL investigates mischief and damage to property. Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP is investigating a recent...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jun 6, 2022
- 5 min
Low police presence worrisome
COVID-19 shutdowns to training facilities cited as one factor The Port aux Basques detachment of the RCMP. For years, town council has...
Wreckhouse Press
- Mar 21, 2022
- 1 min
Stuff the cruiser success
Eli Helm, Kyle Osmond, Kate Smith, Emma Smith, Patrick Collier, Carly Furlong representing the PAB Minor Hockey U11 team and RCMP Cpl....
Wreckhouse Press
- Mar 7, 2022
- 7 min
Task force targets organized crime, drugs
From left: RNC Supt. Wentzell, RNC Chief Roche, Minister Hogan, RCMP Supt. Santosuosso, and RCMP Supt. David Cook. – Submitted by © RCMP...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 17, 2022
- 3 min
Holiday T’Railway fatality prompts questions
Broken barricades at the entrance to the NL T’railways near the Train Museum in Port aux Basques. A fatal accident over the holidays has...
Wreckhouse Press
- Dec 17, 2021
- 1 min
Bay St. George RCMP investigates collision between SUV and pedestrian in Stephenville
December 17, 2021 Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador Bay St. George RCMP is investigating a collision between a SUV and a pedestrian...
Wreckhouse Press
- Dec 10, 2021
- 1 min
RCMP seek tip for St. Andrews break and enter
The RCMP detachment in Port aux Basques. – File photo ST. ANDREWS — Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP is investigating a break and enter into...
Wreckhouse Press
- Nov 29, 2021
- 2 min
RCMP kept busy during storm
A car was left stranded after a portion of the roadway near the Train Museum flooded, as the sewer system struggled to cope with the...
Wreckhouse Press
- Nov 15, 2021
- 6 min
Community policing and petty crime
The RCMP detachment in Port aux Basques covers the region from South Branch to Rose Blanche – Harbour Le Cou, but while municipal leaders...
Wreckhouse Press
- Aug 24, 2021
- 2 min
Channel Port Aux Basques RCMP arrests two impaired drivers over the weekend
Port aux Basques RCMP detachment. – © File photo August 24, 2021 Port aux Basques, Newfoundland and Labrador Two men were arrested for...
Wreckhouse Press
- Aug 23, 2021
- 2 min
PAB RCMP respond to increase in thefts
As reports of theft on local social media increase, the RCMP continue to investigate and offer tips for prevention – © File photo By RYAN...
Wreckhouse Press
- Aug 16, 2021
- 1 min
Burgeo RCMP update
RCMP have promised that the Burgeo detachment will be re-staffed, but not when. BURGEO – After almost a year without a dedicated police...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jun 14, 2021
- 2 min
RCMP, students partner for driver safety
Constable Chad Mitchell speaks to a driver during a check-stop to promote the RCMP and local students’ joint driver safety awareness...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 4, 2021
- 2 min
Paying the price for prank calls
Police and the fire department are refocusing their efforts to deal with the prank emergency calls. – © File photo By ROSALYN ROY PORT...
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