Author: BaysideNews

A RED Hill glass studio is celebrating the launch of its book at an exhibition, showcasing the family’s rich legacy and its place in global artistry and broader art world. The book Blowing In A New Era: Three Generations, One Family by Gordon Studio Glassblowers and Gallery is on show at the McClelland Sculpture Gallery and Sculpture Park in Langwarrin, which is also exhibiting more than 130 pieces of Gordon-Donaldson glass art.The event, which runs until 27 July, celebrates intergenerational artists on the Mornington Peninsula, as well as the launch of the book. As part of the exhibition, visitors can also view…

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FOR all 21 kilometers of a half-marathon last weekend, Glen Dymond had his brother on his mind. Dymond’s twin brother Trevor suffered a stroke in 2009. Thankfully his wife identified the symptoms early and called for medical attention, which may have saved her husband’s life.Glen Dymond said “Trevor was lucky, his wife saw the drooping face, the slurred speech, and she acted fast. That quick thinking and the amazing treatment he received meant he was able to recover and continue living a full life. But not everyone is that fortunate.”On 13 July Glen ran a 21 kilometre half-marathon to raise…

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Police have arrested a 19-year-old man following a series of armed robberies and burglaries across Melbourne earlier this month. Detectives from the North West Metro and Southern Metro Regional Crime Squads executed a search warrant at a Seaford address yesterday, where they made the arrest and seized a machete believed to have been used during this offending. Police will allege the man carried out seven armed robberies, four attempted armed robberies, two aggravated burglaries, and two attempted aggravated burglaries at businesses across Werribee, Tarneit, Truganina, Laverton North, Williams Landing, Oakleigh South, Vermont, Narre Warren South, Bentleigh East, Berwick, Beaconsfield, Clyde North,…

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EDITHVALE Fire Brigade has notched up 100 years of saving lives.Late last month, 150 people gathered to celebrate the fire brigade’s centenary. Past members, current members, friends, families, and the community were in attendance to mark the 100 year birthday.Edithvale captain Sean McGuckin now leads a team of 120 volunteers, who respond to more than 300 fires and emergencies each year. He said “we wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t for each and every volunteer who’s contributed to the brigade in some capacity.”“Fires aren’t the only emergencies we face. We respond to high angle rescues, missing persons reports and…

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A TEENAGER has been arrested after an alleged affray at Bayside Shopping Centre on 8 July.Police allege a 17-year-old boy was speaking to four other people at the Frankston shopping centre just before 2pm, telling them he had a machete. The group of four allegedly chased the teenager, who was brandishing the machete, through the shopping centre. The 17-year-old was allegedly assaulted. The group of four fled after the public stepped in to restrain the teenager.The 17-year-old was remanded by police in relation to weapons and assault related offences, and the others are still outstanding. Anyone with information can contact…

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