The terrifying alleged home invasion at Torrington has exposed a deeper crisis simmering across many New England communities: many residents simply cannot call for help.
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Posted inArmidale, Crime
Man arrested on 11 outstanding warrants in Armidale
An 18-year-old man has been arrested over 11 outstanding warrants in the Northern Tablelands.
Posted inCrime, Fundraiser, Torrington
Fundraiser launched for Torrington couple after violent attack
A fundraiser has been launched to raise funds for Keith and Dianne Blessing, the victims of a violent home invasion in Torrington who defended themselves by shooting their attacker.
Posted inCrime, Legal, Torrington
Call for Castle Law as Torrington community comes together
The tiny Northern Tablelands community of Torrington will gather at the community hall at 11am this morning, as residents come to terms with a violent home invasion that has left an elderly couple fighting for their lives and reignited debate over “Castle Law” protections in New South Wales.
Posted inCrime, Torrington
Violent home invasion ends with intruder shot by resident
A couple in their 70s are fighting for life after a violent suspected home invasion at Torrington early this morning, during which they are believed to have tried to defend themselves against an armed intruder.
Posted inEmployment, Politics
Welcome Experience program expands to help regional councils tackle worker shortages
Regional councils across the New England and North West are set to receive extra support in attracting and retaining staff, following the expansion of the NSW Government’s Welcome Experience program into local government.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
$10,000 worth of ‘ice’ seized, pursuit and drug charges laid in Tamworth
A man has been charged following an alleged police pursuit and drug seizure in the state’s north-east last week.
Posted inCrime, Tamworth
Two teens charged over alleged robbery in Tamworth
Two teenagers have been charged over an alleged robbery in the state’s north-east overnight.
Posted inGlen Innes, Youth
Youth Booth recognised with another state-wide award nomination
The Youth Booth has been named a finalist in the 2026 NSW Local Government Excellence Awards.
Posted inLocal News, Youth
PCYC clubs across New England North West record thousands of youth visits
PCYC clubs across the New England North West recorded thousands of members and youth program attendances during another record year for the organisation.