Adams Road at Luddenham to close for up to four months

Motorists are being advised of changed traffic conditions from this month on Adams Road, Luddenham as part of work of The Northern Road upgrade.

Small businesses to be eligible for $10,000 grant

Thousands of small businesses across NSW struggling to cope with the COVID-19 shutdown will receive grants of up to $10,000.

Opinion: Coronavirus impact continues to hurt

Troy Dodds' column deals with the latest Coronavirus developments.

Community comes together to help most vulnerable during Coronavirus crisis

With people affected by cancer being at very high risk to the serious affects of Coronavirus, a lot of patients are opting to fully self-isolate themselves.

Ratha’s Place confirms permanent closure

Ratha's Place in St Marys is the latest victim of the Coronavirus economic impact, announcing it will be closing its doors for good.

Coffee Club launches Care Kits to provide essentials to locals stuck at home

The Coffee Club has launched a new initiative, Care Kits, that provide access to home delivered essentials.

Student at St Marys Senior High tests positive for Coronavirus

St Marys Senior High School is closed today after a student returned a positive test for COVID-19.

Pull or pay: Parents under financial strain as government holds firm on school stance

Parents hurting financially have joined the chorus of teachers demanding the Government shut down schools, as families continue to be slugged fees while their kids stay home.

Man charged after assaulting teen who stole his bicycle in North St Marys

A 49-year-old who assaulted a 17-year-old who stole his bike in North St Marys has been charged.

Angry pokie player set to be jailed over assault

A disgruntled poker machine player who threw a glass bottle at a woman, smashing her teeth, has been told to expect prison time.

Homestyle meals direct to your door

Local cafes Percy Plunkett and Nutrition Station have teamed up to deliver home-style meals to everyone in western Sydney.

Major Penrith CBD arcade puts rent on hold

Rent relief for CBD business owners in Penrith.

Our Medical Home Penrith wants PBS approved pharmacy on site

Patients and staff of Our Medical Home Penrith are petitioning for a Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) approved pharmacy on site, after their initial applications were rejected.

Ghost town: Shopping centres abandoned as retailers close to battle Coronavirus

Some of Penrith’s best-known retailers have closed their doors as they desperately try to survive the Coronavirus pandemic, leaving shopping centres like Westfield Penrith resembling a ghost town.

Podcast: Coronavirus impact on Penrith

In a brand new podcast, The Western Weekender looks at the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on Penrith.

Turning unwanted trash into treasure

The Londonderry resident who turns your unwanted bits and pieces into treasure

Coronavirus bites: Emu Sports Club in fight for survival

A GoFundMe page has been set up to help save the iconic Emu Sports Club and Leonay Golf Course from administrators.

Out of work? Despite the pandemic, many businesses are still hiring

Despite the Coronavirus pandemic, some industries are still desperate for workers

Historic: Government announces major plan to keep people in jobs

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced an unprecedented $130 billion wage subsidy package in a massive attempt to keep people in jobs during the Coronavirus pandemic.

Clubs will survive: NRL agrees to recovery plan

The National Rugby League has agreed on a recovery plan with Clubs relating to the impact of COVID-19 on the 2020 season.