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Podcast: Writing and endurance running an unlikely creative combo
Growing up in Wagga Wagga, exploration and adventure formed a large part of Jodie McLeod’s upbringing.
Seventh nursing home resident dies
A seventh resident of Newmarch House nursing home at Caddens has passed away after being diagnosed with Coronavirus.
Woman charged after spitting on hospital staff
A woman will face court today after she allegedly spat on a doctor, two nurses and two other women at Nepean Hospital.
Teens charged after chase through suburbs
Two youths have been charged after a stolen van was tracked through western Sydney overnight.
Confirmed: Log Cabin returns to Penrith
This is your first glimpse at what the revitalised Log Cabin will look like, with the site's new owners confirming they're pushing ahead with a plan to re-build the iconic hotel.
Taylor Talks: Lawns lacking love
It's time to get the mower out.
Podcast: Coronavirus impact on Penrith
In the latest episode of Weekender Wireless, Troy Dodds takes an in depth local look at Coronavirus and its impact on Penrith.
Government launches new app to help in fight against Coronavirus
The Australian Government has today launched its new voluntary Coronavirus app, COVIDSafe.
Healthcare worker at Nepean Hospital tests positive to Coronavirus
A healthcare worker from Nepean Hospital has tested positive for COVID-19.
Coronavirus claims sixth Newmarch House resident
A sixth resident of Newmarch House who had been diagnosed with Coronavirus has passed away.
Emotional scenes as locals commemorate ANZAC Day
Local residents haven't let Coronavirus restrictions stop them from commemorating ANZAC Day, with many heading to the bottom of their driveways to pay their respects.
Police search for missing Penrith teen
Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a teenage boy who has been missing from his Penrith home since Wednesday.
Another death at Caddens nursing home
A fifth Newmarch House resident, who had tested positive for COVID-19, has died.
Families updated as Newmarch House crisis continues
Families of residents at the Newmarch House nursing home in Caddens have taken part in a webinar with the centre's owners and management at Anglicare.
Plan for towering unit blocks abandoned
Plans to build a towering urban precinct on Penrith's Union Road car park site have collapsed.
Newmarch House Coronavirus death toll now at four
A fourth resident of Newmarch House nursing home, who had tested positive for COVID-19, has passed away.
Podcast: Resilience and perspective key to success for local cricketer
Josh Lalor is a professional cricketer who has represented New South Wales, various Big Bash League clubs and, more recently, relished a stint playing in the Caribbean Premier League.
New development could double in size
The 'Penway Place' project in Penrith's CBD could more than double in size.
Lest We Forget: The importance of ANZAC Day
On Saturday we pause to remember those Australians who have fallen in conflicts around the world.
Cases at Newmarch House increase again
Two more cases of COVID-19 have been detected at a Caddens nursing home, bringing the total number of infections to 44.
