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Colyton truckie charged over fatal Wollongong crash
A man has been arrested at Colyton over a fatal crash in the Wollongong area last month.
“Family feel”: Penrith SES branch launches recruitment drive
The call is out for more locals to join the SES.
Drug bust: Police raid Glenmore Park property; man arrested
Police remain at the scene of a property in Glenmore Park, which was raided last night as part of an investigation into the supply of prohibited drugs.
Service NSW Centre at Glenmore Park now open for business
A new Service NSW Centre has finally opened in Glenmore Park.
Fan favourite makes return to menu at Macca’s
Macca's has dropped a new McFlurry and we're all about it.
Have you seen Cory Clissold?
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a wanted man the local area.
State Government delivers on promise to Women’s Health Centres
Penrith Women's Health Centre will share in a significant funding boost.
The incredible women building Australia’s newest city
These are the incredible women turning gender stereotypes on their heads and helping build Australia’s newest city – just a stone’s throw from Penrith.
Police probe how firearms ended up at St Clair
The Rural Crime Prevention Team Police appealing for information after two firearms were seized in St Clair last week.
Dutton backs McIntosh to be Lindsay candidate at next election
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has visited Jamisontown today, speaking for the first time about a looming pre-selection battle in Lindsay.
End of an era as Warren Smith announces his retirement
St Marys Leagues Club President Warren Smith will end his 38-year tenure at the end of the month, after announcing his retirement.
The awkward Jordan Springs traffic video that will leave you cheering
A win for those doing the right thing.
Four injured in violent brawl at Colyton
Knives and baseball bats have been seized by Police after a brawl left a man in hospital with serious head injuries.
Go green or go home: Big celebrations planned for St Patrick’s Day
Things are going to be looking very green around Penrith shortly, with St Patrick’s Day just around the corner on Sunday, March 17.
The first 72: Incredible insight into first steps in a domestic violence shelter
With 1,616 incidents of domestic and family violence reported between October 2022 and September 2023 within the Penrith LGA and Blue Mountains, The Haven – Nepean Women’s Shelter is shedding light on what happens in a client’s first 72 hours at their shelter.
Podcast: 10 Minute Match Day – Panthers v Storm
In the Weekender's new Panthers game day podcast, Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor have the final say on the Round 1 clash between the Panthers and Storm.
Mexican restaurant Chechos announces shock closure
Mexican restaurant Chechos has announced its almost immediate closure with the Penrith venue to shut this weekend.
Council rejects bar’s bid for extended trading
Penrith City Council has rejected a bid by a St Marys bar to open until 3.30am on weekends.
Man in critical condition after stabbing at Kingswood
An offender remains on the run tonight after a stabbing in Kingswood.
The Weekender’s own Megan Dunn becomes a Star of Penrith
Megan Dunn is set to dance up a storm at a charity fundraiser this month - and you can back her campaign.
