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New-look Glenmore Park Town Centre officially open for business

The highly anticipated new Glenmore Park Town Centre has officially opened, ready for shoppers just in time for the holidays. Opened by Penrith Mayor John...

COVID latest: What’s going on at Nepean Hospital?

A total of 30 positive COVID-19 cases have been reported in patients and staff at Nepean Hospital across two separate exposures.

Dancing up a storm for Penrith Community Kitchen

There’ll be costumes and hairspray and lots of excitement when six western Sydney dance schools come together later this month. But unlike most dance events...

Essential businesses can now get COVID tests on-site for staff

Medihealth Pathology in Penrith is making COVID-19 testing easier for essential workers to keep the community safe.

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...

Drink driving mum seeking help

The woman busted high-range drink driving with four kids in her car at Cranebrook earlier this year has sought another adjournment - this time...

Thornton’s lost market finds new home in Emu Plains

The beloved artisan market that was axed in Penrith earlier this year is rising from the ashes with a new name and location. The Westies...

First sod turned on Gipps Street Recreation Precinct

Gipps Street Recreation Precinct is scheduled for completion by the end of 2023.

Jury system overhaul

Local residents appearing for jury duty at Penrith Courthouse are now to experience service of the like that has not been seen in...

Children as young as 10 involved in crime spree in Thornton Estate

Police are appealing for information after a slew of break and enters in Thornton. Between 2am and 2.30am on Tuesday, January 31, police believe a...

Man pretended to be his brother

A 19-year-old man was given five infringement notices and ordered to pay $800 in fines after he pretended to be his brother in order...

Safety concerns surround Judges Car Park

Safety concerns over the state of Judges Car Park have resurfaced, with Councillor Mark Davies requesting Council look at ways to clean up the...

Film project focuses on mentorship and support

Penrith Regional Gallery is offering filmmakers who identify as living with a disability a chance to refine their skills and tell their stories. The Five...

Two Coronavirus cases confirmed in local nursing home

Two cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in a Kingswood nursing home.

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...

The race is on: State Election ballot drawn

While the State Election race is well underway, this morning marked its own starting gun as candidates across all electorates discovered their crucial ballot...

Jimmy Brings officially launches in Penrith

On-demand drinks delivery service Jimmy Brings has officially launched in Penrith today.

Council removes trees

Penrith City Council has now begun its final year of a program to remove Spotted Gum and Nicholii trees that were...

Step back in time

The Nepean District Historical Society, in partnership with Penrith City Library, will be displaying a series of images from 19th century local photographers...

Police seize “kill cars” set to be used in violent crime

A Cranebrook house has been raided as part of a major police operation targeting organised crime.