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...
top of page
Support local journalism
For $5 a month (that's less than a cup of coffee each week) you can support local journalism in your community!
Wreckhouse Press
Oct 2, 20234 min read
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, 20221 min read
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, 20225 min read
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, 20221 min read
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 5, 20225 min read
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, 20221 min read
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, 20227 min read
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, 20223 min read
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, 20211 min read
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, 20211 min read
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, 20212 min read
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, 20216 min read
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, 20212 min read
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, 20212 min read
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 15, 20211 min read
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, 20212 min read
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, 20212 min read
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...
bottom of page