FRANKSTON Library’s summer reading challenge is underway. The library will send out records for challenge participants to fill in. Those who complete the required hours for their age group will go in the running for prizes. Frankston City Libraries manager Tammy Beauchamp said it is “important kids continued to read over the summer break, to maintain their skills and interest in reading.” “At Frankston City Libraries we’re committed to improving literacy skills in our community and this program is a great example of how we’re making reading fun,” she said. “Frankston City’s Summer Reading Challenge also encourages young people of…
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TWO men are wanted by police over a non-fatal stabbing in Seaford last month. On 19 November, an 18-year-old man was stabbed in the stomach while at the beach with friends. Police say that the perpetrator and an associate fled towards Station Street, then north along the train tracks. The victim survived the attack, but spent multiple days in hospital to recover from serious injuries. Last week police released CCTV images (above) of two men they wish to speak to about the attack. Police say that “the first man had a solid build and was approximately 186m tall. He was…
A POLICE ATV will be patrolling beaches in Frankston and Carrum Downs this summer. Frankston Police Superintendent Adrian White said “the community can be assured that the ATV will allow police to have a highly visible police presence across Frankston’s beaches this summer to respond to any anti-social or criminal behaviour and keep the community safe.” “Our beaches are a wonderful place for the community and visitors-alike to come and enjoy, but our message to those looking to engage in anti-social or disruptive behaviour is simple. It will not be tolerated and you will be held accountable for any actions…
A MAN was caught driving nearly four times over the alcohol limit in Frankston North, 11 December. A man in a Holden Commodore was breath tested on Monterey Boulevard. Police allege that he admitted to drinking half a bottle of vodka. The man allegedly returned an evidentiary breath test reading of 0.186. His licence was immediately suspended, and the car was impounded for a month. He is expected to be charged on summons with drink driving offences. First published in the Frankston Times – 22 December 2020
A-LEAGUE side Melbourne City will move to the south-eastern suburbs of Melbourne next year. The club has announced plans to move into Casey Fields in Cranbourne. The facility will serve as the team’s new training ground. The Melbourne City academy will move into Casey Fields in February, taking advantage of the already constructed facilities. The club will take full occupation of the site in early 2022. The Melbourne City W-League side will play four games at Frank Holohan Soccer Complex in Dandenong this season. Melbourne City FC CEO Brad Rowse said “Football is the number one participation sport in south-east…