Dossier
Stephenville
Coverage of Stephenville in the Nexus archive.
- Mayor questions why police brought suspected WW II-era explosive to Stephenville, N.L.
Stephenville Mayor Bob Byrnes expressed concern over RCMP bringing a suspected WW II-era explosive to a residential neighborhood, causing community distress. Military experts confirmed it was an incorrect decision.
- Potential WW II explosive found near N.L. community, residents offered help evacuating
A suspected World War II-era military shell was discovered on St. George's beach near Stephenville, Newfoundland, prompting the RCMP to assist residents in evacuating. The explosive device was turned over to police for safe handling.