David Trist, the long-time St Marys resident and World War II veteran, has died.
A man has appeared in court after a road rage incident in St Marys.

Critical incident declared after pursuit ends in Penrith

A man has been arrested and a critical incident investigation is underway following a pursuit and crash in the Blue Mountains this morning. Just after...

Calls for new airport to have a little bit of Hart

There's calls for aviation pioneer Billy Hart to be recognised at Western Sydney International Airport.

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Calls for new airport to have a little bit of Hart

There's calls for aviation pioneer Billy Hart to be recognised at Western Sydney International Airport.

Concrete truck rolls on M4 on-ramp at Orchard Hills

A concrete truck has rolled on approach to the M4 Motorway.

Police appeal to locate teenager missing from Penrith

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a teenage boy missing from Penrith. Tyrese Chaarani, aged 15, was last seen at Penrith about 5.45pm...

Tony Fryer named Penrith’s Citizen of the Year

Some of Penrith's most passionate and dedicated locals have been recognised.

Sleeping out for a cause: Fundraiser moves to Regatta Centre

Over 100 people will sleep rough at the Sydney International Regatta Centre to raise awareness and funds for the growing number of Aussies facing homelessness.

Work on Factory Road shared pathway begins

Penrith City Council has started constructing a new shared path along Factory Road at Regentville

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