Firefighter goes out on own terms
THE former officer-in-charge at Mornington Fire Station who chose to end his life in a Swiss euthanasia clinic last week left behind a loving family, many friends – and a message to legislators. ...
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Residents will ‘keep fighting’ for Eel Race Road
WORKS on removing the Eel Race Road level crossing may be set to get underway soon, but those calling for the road to stay open aren’t giving up without a fight. Michael Tellesson, co-founder of the ...
Dog safe after Mentone ute theft
A DOG has had a lucky escape after falling from a stolen ute in Mentone. Medusa, a border collie, escaped from the car shortly after it was stolen from Cedar Street at around 9.30am, Sunday 24 Februa...
Plea for dash footage
POLICE are seeking dash-cam footage after a 71-year-old Tyabb cyclist was struck from behind on Mornington-Tyabb Road, between Jones and Frankston-Flinders roads, Tyabb, 7.30am, Wednesday 13 February...
Triple hit on Hall Road
A CAR with a mother and four children aboard was knocked onto its side during a three-car collision on Hall Road, Skye, 3.30pm, Tuesday 19 February. Busy school-pick-up traffic was slowly heading eas...
Waterfront playground works complete
THE Waterfront playground area has opened back up to the public, signalling the end of $1.2 million works. Frankston mayor Michael O’Reilly said the previous equipment was demolished and replaced wit...
Residents charged with police assault
A MAN and woman from Langwarrin and a Frankston man have been arrested in relation to the alleged assault of two police officers. The alleged incident took place in St Kilda at around 3am, Sunday 24 ...
Car park and station to close with Carrum works underway
WORKS to remove level crossings at Carrum Station are underway, with the project set to temporarily wipe out parking at the station. During February the station car park will be partially closed, bef...
Mentone residents oppose development
RESIDENTS of Collins Street in Mentone have spoken up to object a development of an aged care residence. Collins Street resident Adrianna Pavlekovic said that “neighbours are outraged” that a proposa...
Series of thefts from motor vehicles in Patterson Lakes
Investigators from the Kingston Crime Investigation Unit are investigating a series of theft from motor vehicle incidents in Patterson Lakes. It is believed the offences took place in the early hours...