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New sports bar to open in Penrith

Panthers Leagues Club will launch a brand new sports bar just in time for the NRL season.

Podcast: 2020 Penrith Panthers season preview

In their annual pre-season preview podcast, Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor take a look at what 2020 has in store.

Mother’s anguish as man is jailed over son’s death in crash at St...

A speeding motorist who slammed into a 19-year-old cyclist in St Marys, killing him instantly, has been jailed for three years and one month.

From laughter to tears: Comedian’s special show at Penrith cafe

Comedian to share emotional story of his mum’s death in September 11 attacks.

Man escapes jail time over indecent assault of teen at sleepover

A Claremont Meadows man found guilty of indecently assaulting his daughter’s friend during a sleep over has escaped jail time.

Man jailed after alcohol-fuelled incidents in Penrith

A man who descended into violence when he was asked to leave two Penrith pubs has been jailed for at least 11 months.

Mould danger: Air con health warning

We know mould is bad for our health, but it could be hiding in our homes and harming our family without us even knowing.

Dangerous roundabout to be replaced by traffic lights

The notorious roundabout at the intersection of Glenmore Parkway and Wentworth Road is set to be replaced by traffic lights, with construction works set out over coming weeks.

Police search for car as part of fire investigation

Police are re-appealing for information as they investigate three suspicious fires in December.

Woolworths implements toilet paper purchasing limit

Woolworths has confirmed it will implement a purchasing limit on toilet paper to stop bizarre panic buying.

Become a Ninja Warrior: Penrith’s new adrenaline rush opens next week

Penrith’s latest adrenaline rush opens next week – and it’s set to be a massive hit.

Welcome to 2020, where overreacting is the new norm

Have we become too precious?

Penrith charity ball cancelled due to Coronavirus fears

A charity ball scheduled for Penrith in May has been postponed due to fears over the Coronavirus. The OZWAC...

Police search for attackers after two men are assaulted in Kingswood

Two men have been assaulted and threatened with a firearm during an incident in Kingswood.

Podcast: Ultra-mindset for Brendan Davies

Brand new episode of Passion & Perspective is up now.

Motorists caught flouting mobile phone rules

Drivers caught on camera illegally using their mobile phone will be issued fines and demerit points from today.

Council “left in the dark” on rail link plans

Councillors raise serious concerns as mystery still surrounds promised rail line.

More needle vending machines to be rolled out in Penrith

Three new needle vending machines will be installed across the region in the coming months to provide safe access to injecting equipment.

Thornton set to sparkle thanks to volunteer spirit

Thornton locals will be out in force this weekend in an effort to clean up their much-loved community.

“This is soul destroying”: Woman with rare condition prays for surgery success

Imagine being confined to your home, unable to work or drive and in constant pain.