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Westfield expansion approved after initial rejection
Shopping centre expansion gets green light.
Creative way to keep kids entertained
Two local businesses have built a package to help parents curb kids' cabin fever while everyone is staying at home.
Council pushes for more adult change facilities
Penrith Council is seeking to make change facilities for people with a complex or profound disability mandatory in certain publicly-accessible buildings.
Third Newmarch House resident dies after COVID-19 diagnosis
A third elderly resident at the Newmarch House nursing home in Caddens has passed away after being diagnosed with Coronavirus.
How beauty businesses are adapting to the Coronavirus shutdown
Beauty businesses are finding unique ways to adapt to forced shutdowns as part of the Coronavirus pandemic, as they fight to survive the crisis and prepare to thrive post-lockdown.
Vintage FM to help locals commemorate ANZAC Day at home this Saturday
Local radio station Vintage FM will help residents commemorate ANZAC Day this year.
St Marys RSL sub-branch adapts to Coronavirus restrictions ahead of ANZAC Day
This Saturday will mark an ANZAC Day that will make history, as residents adapt to Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions when honouring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for Australia.
New clinic opens to help tackle COVID-19
The region’s first GP-led COVID-19 Respiratory Clinic has opened in Penrith.
Premier outlines plans for school return
NSW school students will gradually transition back to the classroom during Term 2 as the Government continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Explainer: What is the Penrith LGA?
What is the Penrith Local Government Area?
Coronavirus cases in Penrith now at 100
The Penrith Local Government Area (LGA) has hit the unwanted milestone of 100 cases of Coronavirus.Â
Panthers back in business with pop-up cafe and takeaway options
Some employees are back working at Panthers with Kelly's Brasserie opening a 'Grab & Go' concept.
Local couple celebrate 60th wedding anniversary
Bill and Anne Hardy recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary.
Anne was born in Penrith, while Bill came to Penrith in 1942.
They both attended...
Dedicated teacher honoured for excellent leadership in the classroom
Cambridge Gardens Public School teacher James Kristof has been recognised as one of Australia’s top educators.
Taylor Talks: Bank statement confusion is a lesson to businesses
Like most of you, I've been enjoying my fair share of take-away during the pandemic.
Second nursing home resident dies
A second resident of Newmarch House nursing home at Caddens has passed away after being diagnosed with Coronavirus.
Nursing home resident with Coronavirus passes away
A resident of a nursing home in Caddens who had tested positive to Coronavirus has sadly passed away.
Council, fruit shop in ugly stoush
A local fruit and vegetable shop has gone to war with Penrith City Council, claiming unfair and strict regulations are in poor taste during the current pandemic climate.
Spike in Coronavirus cases at nursing home
There's now 30 positive Coronavirus cases at Newmarch House nursing home at Caddens, with confirmed cases doubling in a 24 hour period.
Council gets innovative during COVID-19 crisis
The outbreak and spread of COVID-19 has had a significant impact on our community over the past few weeks. There’s no question that this is a difficult time for everyone.
