First look at new Nepean Hospital Palliative Care Unit

Locals are being given a first look at the new Nepean Hospital Palliative Care Unit, which will enhance services for the region.

21-year-old charged with murder after Kingswood stabbing

Police have this morning charged a 21-year-old man with murder after he allegedly fatally stabbed his partner at Kingswood yesterday.

Mark Speakman’s quest to be Premier, and the part Penrith will play

NSW Opposition Leader Mark Speakman chats one-on-one with the Weekender, as he begins his mission to win back the seat of Penrith for the Coalition.

Woman dead following stabbing at Kingswood

A woman is dead following a stabbing at Kingswood this afternoon.

Five major projects that will transform Penrith

These are the five projects that will overhaul some of Penrith's most prominent locations, and are a catalyst for change in our city.

“Enough is enough”: Hospital staff reveal horrors of abuse, violent attacks

From shootings to stabbings, hospitals in western Sydney are continuing to take the brunt of violent assaults. Now hospital staff are saying enough is enough.

The death of after work drinks, and a shift in our culture

We used to know everything about our colleagues' lives. Water cooler talk and after-work drinks were everything. Is it all dead now? Alan Mascarenhas ponders.

Middle East war veterans to be honoured at ceremonies in Penrith and St Marys

Events will be held in Penrith and St Marys later this week to honour those involved in recent conflicts.

Zonta Club celebrates 20 years of sending Birthing Kits to assist women overseas

For 20 years, local volunteers have assembled Birthing Kits to help women in need overseas.

A love letter to the city of Penrith

Recently named Penrith's Citizen of the Year, Troy Dodds opens up about his love and passion for our city.

Podcast: Tension’s Running High – Episode 4

Moses Leota joins the podcast, as we preview the Friday night Grand Final rematch between Penrith and Brisbane.

John Boccanfuso, affectionately known as Penrith’s ‘Pen Man’, has died

John Boccanfuso, who became a regular fixture at Penrith Plaza for decades, has passed away.

Update on condition of elderly couple involved in South Penrith crash

There's an update on the couple involved in a serious suburban crash in South Penrith last month.

Reports of sexual assaults increase in Penrith

Reports of sexual assault in Penrith have increased by 18 per cent in the last five years.

Nepean Hospital staff to trial body worn cameras

Nepean Hospital will take part in a 12-month trial of body worn cameras for security staff.

Local community group raises $1600 for Cancer Council

Thornton Community Group’s Hobby Hub has hosted their Biggest Morning Tea with the help of Southern Cross Care, raising $1,672 for the Cancer Council.

Former police officer avoids prison time over bus driver’s death at Llandilo

The police officer guilty of causing the death of Luddenham man Andy Leonello has avoided prison time.

Developer throws major curve ball at Penrith Stadium refurbishment plan

There’s been a dramatic twist in the redevelopment of Penrith Stadium with revelations that Infrastructure NSW failed to discuss the plans with one of its closest future neighbours.

Exclusive: Tender shortlist for Penrith Stadium redevelopment confirmed

Three contractors have been shortlisted to deliver the Penrith Stadium redevelopment.

What do you want to see in revived Penrith space?

Here's our big question: If our Re:Melt space could be anything at all, what would you want to see in it?