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• High winds today in the Wreckhouse leads to warning from RCMP

  While the highway is currently open, all motorists are asked to use caution and drive according to the weather conditions.

• Public comments open on a renewable energy storage and generation facility in Bay St. George

  The Fischells Salt Dome Power Generation Project will include a main facility with salt caverns, salt production, compressed air energy storage, marine components and pipelines to transport seawater from St. George’s Bay.

• RCMP reminds public that all occupants of ATVs must wear helmets and seatbelts

  A 59-year-old Piccadilly man was pulled over by the RCMP this past weekend for not wearing a helmet.

• Murphy Centre in Corner Brook offers free services like courses in basic literacy and digital literacy

  Instructor Chris Joseph says they help people aged 19 and older with foundational literacy which includes the basics of reading, writing and mathematics.

• RNC warns public of online groups, like "764," which targets and recruits children

  The RNC is urging parents to teach responsible online behavior and set guidelines to promote a safe online experience.