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Woman refused bail after police chase
A woman has been charged with high-range drink-driving after hitting a police car, then leading officers on a short chase.
About 11am yesterday, an officer...
The Week: August 5
Troy Dodds is joined by Emily Newton, Nathan Taylor and Kate Reid for the latest edition of The Week podcast
https://soundcloud.com/westernweekenderpenrith/the-week-august-5
Breathing new life into Queen Street
With the upgrade works nearing completion and summer approaching, it’s time to look at boosting Queen Street’s nightlife, two local representatives say.
Penrith Councillor Aaron...
Exclusive: News Corp to close Penrith Press office; staff moved to Parramatta
News Corp will close the High Street office of the Penrith Press in a shock move that will see local staff relocated to Parramatta.
The...
Calls for nine-hour parking limit at Woodriff Gardens car park to be axed
It was supposed to bring relief to commuters left stranded following the State Government’s temporary take-over of Penrith’s Belmore Street car park, or so...
Generosity comes full circle
Not all superheroes wear capes, and Michael Ball and the team at MBR Realty have been quietly helping the local community since January 2014.
Since...
Finding a true Home on High
Construction on Penrith’s latest set of apartments is almost ready to begin, as local companies band together to make it happen.
Located at the top...
No excuses: Free fitness classes prove a smash hit
With more than 14 million Australians either overweight or obese, a new fitness program in Penrith aims to tackle the problem head on.
Last week,...
Girl power as legal world evolves
Female solicitors in Australia have reached record numbers, now outnumbering males for the first time.
Of the total 71,509 practising solicitors in Australia, females make...
Commuters facing long trip home
Peak hour chaos is looming on the rail network with major delays on nine separate lines including the Western and Blue Mountains lines.
The delays...
Adriana’s super chance at stardom
Our very own Kendall Jenner look-alike, Adriana Maltese, has her eyes set on the world stage.
The 19-year-old Orchard Hills beauty has been named as...
Man injured in ferocious blaze at St Marys
A man has been taken to hospital via helicopter after suffering burns in a factory fire at St Marys this morning.
Some 15 fire crews...
The Week: July 29
Troy Dodds hosts the latest edition of The Week and is joined by Western Weekender journalists Emily Newton and Nathan Taylor.
Stream or download below!
https://soundcloud.com/westernweekenderpenrith/the-week-july-29
Duo charged with drug offences
A man and woman will face court charged with drug offences after a vehicle stop in the Penrith area.
In May 2017, Strike Force Teamster,...
Welcome cool change for Gallery
A cool change is set to hit the Penrith Regional Gallery that will bring a breath of fresh artworks to the region.
The gallery will...
Walking tall despite challenges
When cancer survivor Emma Dunlop set her sights on walking the Great Wall of China, it was something she desperately wanted to do. Now...
Airport forum not on Council’s agenda
Penrith Mayor John Thain threatened to clear the Council chambers on Monday night after anti-airport hecklers continued to shout abuse during proceedings.
Protesters opposed to...
Teen hit with multiple charges following Glenmore Park break-in
A teenager has been charged following investigations into an alleged break-in at Glenmore Park yesterday.
About 9am yesterday, three males allegedly entered the backyard of...
Cranebrook man involved in violent brawl in Croatia
A Cranebrook man is anxiously waiting to find out whether Croatian police plan to charge him over a violent brawl that took place in...
Woman shocked to discover she’s become an instant millionaire
A hardworking Penrith woman has been left shaking after this afternoon discovering she became a Wednesday Lotto millionaire more than a fortnight ago.
The woman...
