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New upscale restaurant, Marcel, to open in Penrith
Upscale restaurant Marcel Bar and Bistro is set to transform Penrith's dining scene with a dazzling showcase of the region’s produce, design and history.
Testing boost as new pathology lab opens at Nepean Hospital
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park officially opened Nepean Hospital’s new state-of-the-art pathology laboratory this morning.
New 40km/h speed zone on Mulgoa Road as upgrade continues
Road users are advised of a new construction speed zone of 40km/hr on Mulgoa Road between School House Road and Surveyors Creek.
Australia Post to shut iconic Penrith location
A well-known Penrith post office has announced it will close its doors next month.
"Australia Post has made the difficult decision to close the Penrith...
Cow up to its neck in mud gets rescued from local dam
Firefighters have rescued a cow in Kemps Creek last night.
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) rescued the animal, which was stuck up to its neck...
Fundraiser set up after fire engulfs Cambridge Park home
A Cambridge Park family who lost everything in a devastating house fire are seeking the community’s support to help them get back on their...
Community to rally around brave little boy
Local resident Sofi Cox is hoping to see the community rally around her sister and brother-in-law, as their son faces an unimaginable battle.
For Vaina...
Hot topics discussed at Government’s first Community Cabinet
The first Community Cabinet of the Minns Government was held in Penrith today.
Premier Chris Minns was joined by Minister for Western Sydney Prue Car...
Giveaway: Pimp My Salad
Pimp My Salad is a plant-based and gluten-free brand that offers healthy salad toppers, snacks, and dressings sourced from local Australian farmers and suppliers.
Election promise delivered: Cambridge Gardens Public to receive upgrades
Premier Chris Minns, Deputy Premier and Minister for Education and Early Learning Prue Car and Member for Penrith Karen McKeown paid a visit to...
Royce Simmons named Penrith’s Citizen of the Year
Royce Simmons named Citizen of the Year, while a host of others are recognised for tireless dedication to the local community.
In her father’s footsteps: Paula hits the road for charity bash
Paula Graham is ready to hit the road for charity this August in a car that will certainly turn heads.
Fernhill, Lakes funding in doubt as Labor reviews WestInvest commitments
Significant local funding commitments made on the eve of the State Election are in doubt, the Weekender can reveal.
Man jailed after disgusting acts caught on camera
A man who pleaded guilty to a series of serious and unusual charges will spend at least two years and four months behind bars.
Sharing his story: What’s next for Craig Shanahan
Since closing the doors of his High Street venue earlier this year, legally blind chef Craig Shanahan hasn’t slowed down, working both on his health, and a new venture which aims to share his story with the world.
Council abandons plan for $200,000 overseas study trip
Penrith City Council has abandoned plans for a $200,000 overseas study trip to Amsterdam, the United Kingdom and Paris.
More details emerge about Penrith accountant’s alleged fraud activities
A long list of individuals and businesses are involved in the case against Penrith accountant Ben Carter.
Accused tobacconist robbers return to court
Two men accused of robbing a tobacconist in Glenmore Park have had their cases return to court.
Council confirms plan to sell former Rocla site it purchased just two years ago
Penrith City Council will sell a site on Old Bathurst Road it purchased just two years ago.
Premier back in Penrith as government holds rail manufacturing roundtable
Premier Chris Minns was back in Penrith today - this time to discuss rail manufacturing.
