Federal Housing Accelerator program kicks off with $3.3 million for PAB
MP Gudie Hutchings announced $3.3 mil to Channel-Port aux Basques under the Federal Government Housing Accelerator Fund on Feb. 19, 2024.
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Wreckhouse Press
- Feb 14
- 1 min
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP investigate fatal pedestrian collision
RCMP NL have confirmed a fatal collision between a loader and a pedestrian in PAB on Feb. 13, 2024.
Wreckhouse Press
- Feb 7
- 1 min
Seal pup comes ashore in Port aux Basques
A young seal pup came ashore near Andy's Rainbow Park on Wednesday, Feb. 7.
Rosalyn Roy
- Feb 5
- 3 min
Roz's Rant: All this snow's gotta go!
Roz's Rants offer a sarcastic but honest take on people, places, and events around the region.
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 28
- 5 min
PAB council works on water main info, recreation
By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter PORT AUX BASQUES — The most recent council meeting took place on Tuesday evening,...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 23
- 3 min
Bundle up for anticipated cold snap
Temperatures are expected to plummet to -30°C region so be sure to stay warm and keep your pets inside.
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 20
- 4 min
Hazardous highway conditions
Medical appointments means motorists must risk unplowed TCH By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter PORT AUX BASQUES —...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 20
- 2 min
LETTERS - Women's centre applauds Town's top job appointment.
The Gateway Status of Women is applauding the appointment of Nadine Osmond as town manager at the Town of Port aux Basques. Ms. Osmond is...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 20
- 3 min
More headaches for PAB affordable housing units
By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter PORT AUX BASQUES — After unavoidable delays, the affordable housing units on Stadium...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 15
- 4 min
Prolonged wait for internet service repairs
Some PAB residents are waiting weeks for a repair tech. — via Pixabay (editorial use only) By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 15
- 4 min
PAB council discuss building hazard, rats
By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter PORT AUX BASQUES — The first council meeting for 2024 was held on Tuesday evening,...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 15
- 3 min
Wiseman, Smith down Gushues in Mixed Doubles
(Above)Jess Wiseman and Greg Smith triumphed over (Below) Brad Gushue and Marissa Gushue to claim the Mixed Doubles Curling Championship....
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 15
- 4 min
Unauthorized boardwalk removal
PAB plans to repurpose materials damaged by Hurricane Fiona Wooden sections of the elevated boardwalk that used to line Grand Bay West...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 8
- 6 min
Marine Atlantic 2022-2023 Annual Report
By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative Reporter PORT AUX BASQUES — On Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 19, Marine Atlantic held their...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 1
- 4 min
Holly Walters named new PAB Town Clerk
Holly Walters moves into her new role as Town Clerk in January 2024. — © René J. Roy / Wreckhouse Press By Jaymie White Local Journalism...
Wreckhouse Press
- Jan 1
- 5 min
Cost of living hits annual Kettle Campaign
A member of the Salvation Army during an undated annual Kettle Campaign. — (editorial purposes only) © J_Lai / Flickr By Jaymie White...
Wreckhouse Press
- Dec 25, 2023
- 3 min
Christmas gift for Port aux Basques
Volunteer fire department receives new rescue vehicle Representatives from the Town of Channel-Port aux Basques, the province and the...
Wreckhouse Press
- Dec 25, 2023
- 4 min
PAB carolers spread the Christmas spirit
Julia Walters at home with her children, Charlotte and Alex. — © René J. Roy / Wreckhouse Press By Jaymie White Local Journalism...
Wreckhouse Press
- Dec 18, 2023
- 8 min
Joan Chaisson receives award for AIM work
Joan Chaisson and Governor General Mary Simon in Ottawa earlier this month. — Submitted photo By Jaymie White Local Journalism Initiative...
Wreckhouse Press
- Dec 18, 2023
- 8 min
Unhappy Christmas for Ugandan man
Birth date error results in a 5-year ban from entry to Canada A birthdate error means Frederick is banned from entering Canada for five...
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