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Students turn history into reality
Five young Penrith locals are currently on the trip of a lifetime after taking off to walk the Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea...
Thain elected Mayor, Hitchen Deputy
Labor's John Thain has been elected as the new Mayor of Penrith for the next two years.
The veteran Councillor was elected unopposed at tonight's...
‘Rapid build’ prison for Emu Plains
Emu Plains will house the latest ‘rapid build’ prison, which the State Government says will stimulate the area’s economy and provide local jobs.
This is the...
Police to be out in force during school holidays
Police are appealing to road users to stay safe on the road ahead of the upcoming school holidays.
With the aim of keeping the road...
Driving blind on our roads
More than two million motorists in Australia don’t wear their glasses while driving, despite having a prescription to do so.
St Marys Specsavers Optometrist, Adrian...
Students show off acting skills in fun play
A room full of almost 60 excited 11 to 12-year-olds dressed as pirates isn’t everyone’s ideal mid-week experience, but there was something special about...
Mother escapes conviction over motorcycle crash
A 35-year-old mother who collided with a motorcyclist caught in her blind spot, has cried tears of relief after her charge was thrown out...
Liberals commit to keeping election promises
Promises to Lindsay made before this year’s Federal Election will still be kept despite the seat falling to Labor’s Emma Husar.
Liberal Senator for Western...
Old and new faces combine on new-look Council
After a week of crunching the numbers and speculating who was in or out, our 15 new Penrith Councillors have officially been declared.
The final...
Panthers open premiership window
Penrith’s NRL season didn’t quite have a dream finish, but it’s far from a nightmare.
The club’s 2016 campaign, which ended at the hands of...
Crameri secures final spot on Council
Independent Kevin Crameri has secured the final undecided spot on Penrith City Council.
Cr Crameri was in a tight contest with Liberal candidate Glenn Gardiner...
Council to improve CBD drainage
Council is about to invest $5 million in important drainage works near the Penrith City Centre to minimise the risk of flooding and property...
Man caught stealing mail
Police have charged a man for numerous offences including mail theft.
About 10.30pm on Monday, police were called to Hall Street, St Marys, following reports...
Man found guilty of animal cruelty
A man caught “flogging” his puppy on a busy Penrith street has been found guilty of animal cruelty.
Leo Giuliano fronted Penrith Local Court on...
More than $85,000 raised for homelessness project
WestCare Community Services is working towards ending homelessness in the Penrith area, with over $85,000 raised at their annual fundraising dinner last week.
The focus...
Police issue warning ahead of music festival
Defqon.1 is back at the Sydney International Regatta Centre (SIRC) this Saturday, September 17, and while it’s only a one day music festival this...
Service station robbed at knifepoint
Police are calling for witnesses after a Penrith service station was robbed at knifepoint last night, with the alleged offender still on the run.
At...
New Council takes shape
Less than two days since the polling booths closed, it's safe to say Penrith Council will consist of seven Labor Councillors, and at least...
Man shot dead at St Marys
A man shot dead at St Marys last night was due to get married next weekend, it has been revealed.
And police say that the...
Police investigate possible shooting
Investigations are continuing after police received reports that a man had been shot in the neck in Cranebrook last night.
It's alleged a 23-year-old man...
