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Vets and pet stores adapt to changing world
While people need to be keeping their distance during the Coronavirus pandemic, they still need to be taking care of their pets.
Courtney’s buzz cut for charity
With all the doom and gloom in the world, 21-year-old Courtney Zalasinski is trying to do some good.
Going sky high: Major new project for St Marys
A residential and retail tower up to 20 storeys in height could soon be a reality for a key St Marys site.
Pinot & Picasso adapts to changing times
Locals wanting something different to do at home have been improving their artistic flair by snapping up Art Boxes produced by Pinot & Picasso in Penrith.
Fun teddy bear game lightens the mood during Coronavirus pandemic
A new craze is going around the community to bring children some joy during the Coronavirus pandemic.
Local Coronavirus Q&A: Your guide to where we stand
As the Coronavirus pandemic continues to impact our lives like never before, we've put together a handy Q&A based on many of the questions we've heard in recent weeks.
Parents warned to stay alert as dangers lurk in online video games
With children being at home more at the moment, they may be spending additional time online playing video games.
Mental health concerns will rise during the Coronavirus crisis, and help is available
Dealing with the Coronavirus pandemic will impact everyone differently, and mental health is a massive factor that will emerge during the crisis.
Fitness goes virtual as gyms fight for survival
As tighter regulations are put on the community, people and businesses are learning to adapt during the current Coronavirus crisis.
New measures announced as Woolies prepares for Easter
Woolworths is introducing new measures in stores in a further bid to keep its customers and team members safe.
Penrith sisters missing in Wollongong
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate two Penrith sisters missing from the state's Illawarra region.
Adams Road at Luddenham to close for up to four months
Motorists are being advised of changed traffic conditions from this month on Adams Road, Luddenham as part of work of The Northern Road upgrade.
Small businesses to be eligible for $10,000 grant
Thousands of small businesses across NSW struggling to cope with the COVID-19 shutdown will receive grants of up to $10,000.
Opinion: Coronavirus impact continues to hurt
Troy Dodds' column deals with the latest Coronavirus developments.
Community comes together to help most vulnerable during Coronavirus crisis
With people affected by cancer being at very high risk to the serious affects of Coronavirus, a lot of patients are opting to fully self-isolate themselves.
Ratha’s Place confirms permanent closure
Ratha's Place in St Marys is the latest victim of the Coronavirus economic impact, announcing it will be closing its doors for good.
Coffee Club launches Care Kits to provide essentials to locals stuck at home
The Coffee Club has launched a new initiative, Care Kits, that provide access to home delivered essentials.
Student at St Marys Senior High tests positive for Coronavirus
St Marys Senior High School is closed today after a student returned a positive test for COVID-19.
Pull or pay: Parents under financial strain as government holds firm on school stance
Parents hurting financially have joined the chorus of teachers demanding the Government shut down schools, as families continue to be slugged fees while their kids stay home.
Man charged after assaulting teen who stole his bicycle in North St Marys
A 49-year-old who assaulted a 17-year-old who stole his bike in North St Marys has been charged.