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Morwell elder at wit’s end

A 91 year-old woman can no longer endure the hoards of rubbish lying just outside her Morwell home.

Police probe death in Churchill

Police have appealed for witnesses after a 51 year-old woman was found dead on McDonald Way, Churchill on Friday.

The track side’s fascination with fashion

Frocks, fascinators and fedoras grabbed the attention of the judging panel and audience at Moe Cup's Fashions on the Field.

Closure for sacked Latrobe City whistleblower

A CONTROVERSIAL and divisive two-year chapter in Latrobe City Council’s internal history has come to an end with the conclusion of an unfair dismissal case by a high-profile whistleblower.

Trial for one-punch assault

A 22 year-old Latrobe Valley man has been committed to stand trial for an alleged one-punch assault, which left a man in a coma in January.

Promises for firies to breathe easy

Labor candidate for Morwell Jadon Mintern said Latrobe Valley brigades would be a priority for new face masks as part of a promise to train Victorian firefighters to tackle coal mine fires.

Council backs vital chopper

THE push to secure a fire-bombing helicopter for the Latrobe Valley on an ongoing basis has gained unanimous endorsement from Latrobe City Council.

Burglaries under investigation

Police are investigating two burglaries which occurred between 4 and 6 October in Morwell.

Keep track of mining activity

The exploration activity of prospective mining companies will be easier to track for the public through the launch of a new web mapping site.

Spending fairness probe requested

LATROBE City Council will ask for help from the State Government to address inter-town squabbling and put to bed debate about where ratepayer money is spent.

Glimpse into history

A SHRINE to all things gloriously Holden will adopt its Gippsland home in Trafalgar this weekend, when the Trafalgar Holden Museum stages its grand opening.

Tyers plant up and running

A FAMILY-owned Latrobe Valley quarry business has welcomed a $100,000 State Government contribution to its recently completed sorting and washing plant.

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History travels on the tracks

By AIDAN KNIGHT AND PEACE IJIYERA   THE King’s Birthday long weekend was one of historic significance for train nuts in Gippsland, as the rare opportunity...