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Rescue: catastrophe averted

A tiny grey kitten became the focus of an almost two-day rescue operation last week after authorities were alerted to mewing in a drain.

Speeding and drunk — at the age of 66

A 66-year-old driver allegedly detected travelling at 124kmh at more than three times the legal blood alcohol limit has had his licence immediately suspended.

Huge fire fleet

The state government has spent more than $20 million to secure the largest ever fleet of 47 firefighting aircraft this summer ahead of an expected busy fire season.

Pakenham commuters can board V/Line trains again

Pakenham commuters will be allowed to board Gippsland V/Line trains, following a campaign by its train travellers.

Owners of trailers sought

Sale police are seeking the owners of two trailers found on a property in Longford in October.

Rosedale house fire

Eight fire crews were called to a house on Albert St, Rosedale, about midnight Tuesday.

Rosedale stabbing

A man has been charged after allegedly stabbing another man during an altercation at a Rosedale caravan park.

O’Brien calls for Yarram CFA station upgrade

Gippsland South MLA Danny O'Brien has called on the state government to provide funding to rebuild the Yarram Fire Station.

Drug crime reports skyrocket

Drug related offences have skyrocketed in Sale during the past five years.

Know Your Council website launched

Wellington Shire Council has encouraged residents to make use of the new Know Your Council website, launched by the state government.

Salad facility officially open

A new washroom at Australian Fresh Salads' vegetable processing facility in Maffra, which was partially funded by the state government, was officially opened on Friday.

$1M reward is offered over 1980s death

A $1 million reward is being offered for information identifying those responsible for the death of 27-year-old Albert Pisani in 1986.

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Foster St footpath put on agenda

Cars and kerbs pose safety risks to residents who rely on mobility scooters as they navigate the northern side of Foster St, despite years...