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St Marys waste operator fined over waste storage breaches

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has fined western Sydney waste operator CMA Ecocycle $15,000 for alleged waste storage offences at their St Marys...

Police investigate robbery

Police are appealing for public assistance to identify two people responsible for the attempted robbery of a man in Werrington Downs yesterday. ...

River shutdown “inevitable” as weed issue grows

The organisation responsible for weed control along the Hawkesbury-Nepean River has lashed out at State Government funding cuts preventing it from operating its harvester.

Safety in spotlight after Erskine Park crash

Officers from the Joint Traffic Taskforce are continuing investigations after two men were killed when two heavy vehicles crashed on Lenore Drive, Erskine Park,...

Council’s proposed boat ramp changes

Traffic changes aimed at easing congestion at the Tench Reserve boat ramp have been proposed. Under the slated treatments, Penrith Council plans to implement signs...

Huge cash injection for Penrith schools

Needs-based Gonski funding for public schools in Penrith will increase next year, sharing an extra $3.5 million across our 21 primary and secondary schools. The...

Get your dance on: COVID restrictions lifted

A number of COVID-19 restrictions across NSW will be eased from Monday, including dancing at nightclubs and pubs.

Community transport visionary retires

It’s the end of an era for Helen Walker after serving the Penrith and Blue Mountains communities for more than 30 years through Great...

Unique Italian restaurant highlights new dining precinct at Nepean Village

Nepean Village is working on a new outdoor dining precinct that is set to open this winter, but it will be a hot spot for culinary choices.

Man and woman charged after huge drug bust

A man and a woman have been charged with a total of 23 alleged drug offences following investigations into the ongoing supply of illicit...

Mums know mums best in the hunt for the perfect gift this Sunday

If you have left your Mother’s Day present for that special woman in your life to the last minute, there are plenty of Penrith mums that sell products and experiences that will make the perfect gift.

Vandal caught on camera pulling down podiatry clinic’s sign

A St Marys family owned podiatry clinic has captured footage of a vandal waving to security cameras before tearing down their sign. Owner of A...

Council set to reject proposed winter sports facility

The $300 million winter sports facility proposed for Tench Avenue has hit a major stumbling block.

Teen charged over frightening break-in

A man has been charged after a break-in at Glenmore Park this morning. Emergency services were called to the home on Glengarry Drive about 5.45am...

Man charged after allegedly kicking guide dog in Penrith

A man has been charged after allegedly kicking a trainee guide dog in Penrith this morning. Just before 10am on Thursday, June 3, police were...

RSCPA pleads with pet owners to be safe during heatwave conditions

Multiple dogs have died of avoidable heat stress already this year, with many more pulled from hot cars in great distress. With what some meteorologists...

Australia First confirms it will contest Council election in Penrith

Two new candidates have emerged for the upcoming Penrith Council elections, with the Australia First Party vying for a spot in East Ward.

Penalty rate decision set to divide the nation

Lindsay MP Emma Husar has slammed the Fair Work Commission's decision to reduce penalty rates on Sundays and public holidays. The landmark ruling yesterday is dividing...

Footpath on Victoria Bridge to stay, as calls grow for third river crossing

The footpath along Victoria Bridge won’t be removed to widen the roadway, despite safety concerns.

Fire at historic Log Cabin

Emergency crews are tonight battling a massive blaze at the historic Log Cabin hotel in Penrith.  ...