Devastating reality: “Eventually, they are going to have to say goodbye to their son”
The community is being asked to rally around Cambridge Gardens schoolboy Thomas Adams-Bennett in his battle against a rare childhood cancer.
New Salvos hub brings services together at St Marys
St Marys Salvation Army Community Connect has been officially opened.
Expressions of Interest open for delivery partner in new stadium
The Penrith Stadium redevelopment plan has hit a major milestone with the State Government opening Expressions of Interest for a delivery partner to help transform and construct the venue.
Childcare staff refuse to release child to dad after he shows up drunk
A man has been arrested after returning a positive breath test in the middle of the afternoon.
At a glance: The 2024 federal budget split four ways
The government has handed down its budget for 2024–25. It’s delivered a $9.3 billion surplus for the financial year just about to finish but is forecasting a $28.3 billion deficit for next year. Here’s the key points.
The eye-watering amount locals lost on the pokies last year
Penrith residents lost less on poker machines in 2023 than they did the previous year, but new figures prove locals are still punting in huge numbers.
“A budget for mums and middle Australia”: Jim Chalmers
As it looks to an election next year when holding up Labor’s female vote will be vital, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has declared Tuesday will bring “a budget for mums and middle Australia”.
GIVEAWAY: Your chance to win a Satechi 100W charger
Upgrade to next-gen charging with the Satechi 100W USB-C PD Compact GaN Charger, featuring powerful Gallium nitride (GaN) technology for a noticeably faster, more efficient charge.
Reserve named after early Penrith settler
Penrith City Council has unveiled the newly renamed Thomas Smith Reserve in Thornton, honouring the contributions of the early Penrith settler, Thomas Smith.
Volunteers needed ahead of annual Red Shield Appeal
The Red Shield Appeal is coming up again, and Penrith’s Salvation Army team is encouraging you to get involved.
Podcast: 10 Minute Match Day – Panthers v Bulldogs (NRL Round 10)
It's game day! Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor have the final say on tonight's clash between Penrith and Canterbury.
Lockdown lifted after incident at school in St Marys
A lockdown at Chifley College Dunheved Campus in St Marys has been lifted.
Fire stations open their doors to the community this Saturday
Fire stations across New South Wales are throwing open their doors this Saturday, May 11.
Students encouraged to focus on safety ahead of Walk Safely To School Day
This Friday is Walk Safely to School Day.
Riders dressed to impress: Global event’s Penrith link
The annual international charity event, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, is revving up to set off from Penrith later this month.
Winter Appeal launches as cost-of-living crisis bites
The Penrith CBD Corporation is joining together with Penrith Community Kitchen and other local businesses to keep the vulnerable warm this winter.
Call for faster action to fix drainage and flooding issues in Llandilo
Veteran Penrith City Councillor and Llandilo resident Kevin Crameri is frustrated at the lack of work being done to fix drainage issues in the area.
Knife in his undies: Man arrested after threat to neighbour
A man has been arrested after threatening a neighbour and producing a knife during a police search.
Kingswood Hotel robbed, alleged offender found in bin
A man has been arrested after an alleged armed robbery at the Kingswood Hotel this morning.
About 12.40am, police were called to the licenced hotel...
Popular chicken restaurant Frango to open new local outlet
Frango is expanding its presence in the Penrith LGA.