By Stuart McCullough TIME is a relative concept. Probably a second cousin twice removed. Or an uncle you see twice a year and who mumbles a lot and monopolises the cabana at family functions. (Come to think of it, that uncle may well be me.) But I’ll admit the news that our stage four lockdown would be heading into extra time, if not a penalty shoot out, was something of a blow. Not just a swift clip behind the ears, either, but a full-booted kick to the solar plexus. I’d been looking forward to a change. If I’m being honest,…
Author: Bayside News
A CHELTENHAM man was arrested last week after police allegedly found 16 firearms in his house. During a search at a Coolac Street home on 17 September, police allege that they found firearms including long arms, assault rifle gel blasters, handgun gel blasters, and home-made pen pistols. They also allegedly found knuckledusters, tasers, nun chucks, firearm silencers, flick knives, batons, and slingshots. Police also allege that a “small hydroponic set-up” was inside the house with a small amount of prescription medication and methylamphetamine. Police charged a 41-year-old man with 33 offences including possess handgun, possess imitation firearm, possess prohibited weapon,…
LEVEL crossing removal works will force the closure of some local roads this month. To allow for works to construct rail trenches, roads will be closed across Edithvale, Chelsea, and Bonbeach. The Lochiel Avenue, Edithvale level crossing is closed to vehicles until 7pm Wednesday 30 September. Station Street in Edithvale will also be closed between Lochiel Avenue and Edithvale Road from 21 September to 2 October. There will be no vehicle access from Bank Road via the Nepean Highway from 7am to 3.30pm on 26 September and 7am to 6pm on 28 September. Lane closures and reduced speed limits will…
POLICE are looking for 24-year-old man Grant Gaut. A warrant has been issued for Mr Gaut’s arrest. He is wanted in relation to a theft. Police describe Mr Gaut as “181cm tall, with a thin build, hazel eyes, brown hair, and a fair complexion.” Police said that he frequents the Melbourne CBD, Mordialloc, Abbottsford, and Carlton areas. An image of the man (below) has been released to help police with their search. Anyone who recognises him can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au. First published in the Frankston Times – 22 September…
A MAN is in a serious but stable condition after a stabbing in Frankston last week. At around 12.05am, 19 September, police were called to Petrie Street after reports of a stabbing were made. They found a 35-year-old at the scene with a laceration to his neck. The man was taken to hospital in a serious condition. At a nearby house, police arrested a 38-year-old man. He is assisting police with their enquiries. Investigators believe that the parties are known to each other. Any witnesses are asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report…