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Cornish calls for better system to name streets in new developments
‘Turn left on Femur Lane, then continue around the bend on Elbow Crescent’ might sound silly but they could be the directions you’re giving...
All aboard for history lesson
Old and young train lovers alike are celebrating 150 years since the Great Western Railway Line through the Blue Mountains reached Mount Victoria.
The Mount...
Gas leak sends three people to hospital
A gas leak at a home in St Clair has resulted in three people including a baby being transported to hospital.
Fire Rescue, multiple paramedic...
Parents urged to get kids’ eyes checked more regularly
Visit to the dentist? Check. Appointment at the doctor? Check. Meeting with the optometrist? Apparently not.
While they help kids to learn about the world...
It’s time to talk about death
Despite most people wishing to die at home, the stigma of talking about death is seeing more people dying in hospitals or emergency rooms.
A...
Bowling is in the Zone
The AMF Bowling brand has enjoyed a long and rich history in Penrith for decades, but this week the popular ten pin bowling facility...
Woman arrested on drug supply charges
A woman will face court today after search warrants executed at homes in the local area as part of Strike Force Vendor investigations.
Police from...
Preserving Penrith’s past
It’s no secret that the land in Penrith and its surrounding suburbs holds within it significant history of a time that once was.
Uncovering and...
Wigs for Kids: Unique event will get people talking
We’re all familiar with fundraising drives, but one local business is encouraging long-haired locals to have a big chop at their hair raising event...
An hour with Gus (sort of)
Like a scene out of a US medical drama where delicate open heart surgery was being performed, there was four of us hovered over...
Crazy collectors unite
From action figures, model cars, replica movie memorabilia and old playing cards, you never know what you are going to find when Australia’s largest...
Labor promises to keep original transport Corridor plan
Labor will keep the 1951 alignment of the Castlereagh Corridor if it wins Government next March.
This morning, over 300 local residents crowded into Raygal...
Woman granted bail after blowing .308 with kids in her car
A woman has been charged after allegedly drink-driving with two children in the car at Kingswood.
About 11.35am today, police were called to O’Connell Street,...
Contract awarded for Penrith Public School upgrade
Students and teachers at Penrith Public School will benefit from an upgrade that will provide new classrooms and improved facilities.
The construction contract has been...
High Street businesses threaten to walk
For months, the sound of a jackhammer has replaced the conversations of customers for local businesses at the western end of High Street.
Just as...
Penrith remembers: Strong turnout for Dawn Service
Thousands of people have turned out to pay their respects at Penrith's Dawn Service held at Memory Park this morning.
The solemn service got underway...
Emotional scenes as locals vow to fight transport corridor change
About 80 locals crammed their way into Federal MP Emma Husar’s office on Tuesday to share their frustration around the proposed Bells Line of...
Pinning down safety troublespots
Waiting at a train station, walking a dog or waiting for friends – these simple tasks are done every day by people all over...
Water refill stations installed across Penrith
A new initiative from Penrith Council will make it easier for locals to access fresh drinking water when out and about in Penrith.
After a...
Gamers unite to revive hobby thought lost
Between role playing a fiery rogue in Dungeons and Dragons, building a strong deck in Magic the Gathering or preferring the old fashioned feel...
