A home in Thornton has been destroyed by a fire overnight, with emergency services responding to multiple calls just before midnight. According to Newcastle Fire Command, they received multiple triple-zero calls around 11:55 PM on Thursday, reporting a fire at a single-level home in Woolley Close.
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At approximately 4:00 PM today, emergency crews responded to a motor vehicle accident at the intersection of McDonalds Road and Pokolbin Mountain Road in Pokolbin. The incident involved a head-on collision between two vehicles, but fortunately, no one was trapped or injured. Responding teams quickly cleared
A major search operation is underway off the coast of Killcare after multiple reports of a paraglider crashing into the water. Emergency services from multiple agencies have been swiftly deployed to the scene, working together to locate the downed paraglider. The Westpac Lifesaver Helicopter has been
A 56-year-old motorcyclist found himself on the wrong side of the law after being caught speeding on the M1 Motorway near Somersby on Tuesday, 22nd October 2024. Brisbane Water Highway Patrol was conducting routine speed enforcement when they detected the rider traveling at 143 km/h, significantly
In a bomshell revelation, Councillor Jessica Jurd exposed Cessnock City Council’s alleged mishandling of a $10,000 grant awarded to the horror-comedy feature film Site Unseen, filmed in Lovedale and Wollombi. Jurd revealed that the grant had already been distributed, even though it was only set to
Drug Arrest in Merewether On the morning of Sunday, 20 October 2024, at around 9:30 AM, police discovered a 40-year-old man slumped over the steering wheel of a vehicle on Ocean Street, Merewether. After conducting several inquiries and searching the vehicle, officers found 21 grams of
A two-car crash has occurred on Newcastle Road at the intersection of Blue Gum Road in Jesmond, affecting westbound traffic. The incident was first reported at 4:01 PM today, and one of the two westbound lanes (lane 2) has been closed as a result. Transport for
A two-car crash has occurred on the Central Coast Highway in Kariong, between Kangoo Road and Curringa Road. The incident, which began at approximately 1:24 PM today, has caused significant disruption to traffic in the area. As a result of the crash, the highway is currently
Hospitals across the Hunter, including John Hunter Hospital and Calvary Mater Hospital in the Wallsend electorate, are set to benefit from an influx of experienced nurses from the UK and Ireland. A total of 16 nurses have been recruited in the latest drive to address staffing
Emergency services are responding to a truck fire on the New England Highway near Cressfield Road, Wingen. The incident, which occurred earlier today, has caused significant disruptions to traffic as crews work to contain the blaze and clear the scene. Motorists traveling through the area are
Two men are set to appear in Burwood Local Court today, facing charges for allegedly defrauding the NSW Government of over $200,000 through false financial claims. In August 2024, the Financial Crimes Squad launched Strike Force Avranches to investigate suspicious claims made under the Sexual Assault
Newcastle Police are appealing for help to locate 14-year-old Bailey Nelson, who was last seen on Sandgate Road, Shortland, around 8 PM on Tuesday, 22 October 2024. Bailey is described as Caucasian, approximately 177 cm tall, with a thin build, short dark brown hair, and brown
A rescue operation earlier this month in the Hunter Valley at Laguna has captured attention after a woman became trapped in a 3-metre crevice while attempting to retrieve her phone. The incident, first reported by MHV News on 12th October, unfolded when the woman slipped and
Cessnock Mayor Daniel Watton to Introduce Mayoral Minute for Bulky Waste Collection In a significant move for Cessnock residents, Mayor Daniel Watton is set to introduce a Mayoral Minute aimed at fulfilling a core promise made during the election campaign: the implementation of bulky waste collection.
News Update: A serious motor vehicle accident involving a motorbike and a car has occurred on Hermitage Road, near the intersection of Old North Road in Pokolbin. The crash took place within the Singleton Council area, and emergency services are currently on the scene. Authorities have
Emergency services are currently responding to a single-vehicle crash on the Pacific Highway, south of Tuggerah, in the exit lane. Initial reports suggest that one person may have been injured in the incident, though the severity of the injuries has not yet been confirmed. Emergency crews
Residents in Singleton are advised that water has been isolated on Barton Avenue between Sussex and Church Streets due to multiple water main breaks. The breaks were caused by damage from external contractors earlier today. The isolation is expected to remain in effect until at least
Update: Fire Crews have the fire under control, and standing down incoming units 4:32pm Emergency services have requested two additional tankers as several spot fires have ignited ahead of the main fire in Maryland. Residents along Hardes Avenue are advised to begin preparations, as the fire
The NSW Government is set to commence essential maintenance work on Maitland Road, between David Street and Duffie Drive in Cessnock, aimed at enhancing safety for all road users. When: The night works will take place from Tuesday, October 22, to Tuesday, October 29, between the
The following is a comprehensive list of cases scheduled for hearing on 21 October 2024 at Cessnock Local Court. The list includes a range of criminal matters, such as apprehended violence order (AVO) applications, police mentions, breach hearings, bail reviews, and committal appearances. These cases reflect