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Making their Marc on Penrith
It’s already played a role in changing the cafe culture of Penrith, now Henri Marc is ready for its next challenge.
After two years of...
Dry July brings out Penrith’s best mocktails
Taking part in Dry July doesn't mean you have to compromise on a night out, or a delicious drink.
Fowler promises worthy agenda
An agenda to encourage economic development, jobs growth and financial viability of the Council has been set by Penrith's new Mayor, Ross Fowler....
Bringing manufacturing home: Huge new plan for former Crane Enfield site
Bringing manufacturing back to life and creating local jobs are at the forefront of a new $101 million plan set to revive Penrith’s former Crane Enfield Metals site.
Corrective Services officer accused of sex assaults granted bail
The senior Corrective Services officer accused of ongoing sexual abuse against female inmates at a Berkshire Park prison has been released on strict bail.
Wayne...
Nova fears FBT changes
Hundreds of charities and benevolent organisations could find themselves thousands of dollars out of pocket if Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s changes to Fringe...
December 4 Council Election: North Ward
North Ward is currently represented by five Councillors, including some of Penrith’s most experienced local government representatives.
Guns stolen from St Marys
Police are appealing for information after several firearms were stolen from a gun club at St Marys last night. ...
Locals helping locals: Give and Take Market to be held monthly
A new community-led initiative is helping to lighten the cost-of-living for families and people in need in the local area.
Brooke eyes $50,000 target as car rally returns
Last time the Weekender spoke to 12-year-old Brooke Jones, she had just donated $13,528 to the Nepean Cancer Care Centre.
Now she is gearing up...
Man travelled more than 350 kilometres to meet up with teen for sex
A man who travelled more than 350 kilometres to Penrith on the pretence he was meeting a 14-year-old boy for sex has been refused...
Christmas tragedy as teen is struck and killed by car on Great Western Highway...
A teenage girl has tragically died after being hit by a car at Colyton earlier today.
Man’s unusual shopping trolley haul results in charges
Police have charged a man with multiple offences after he was caught with allegedly stolen copper and drugs.
Man took happy snaps before stealing items from ex-partner
The man has been jailed until at least November.
Jewellery thief wants chance to go to rehab
A brazen Emu Plains jewellery thief responsible for three heists in as many weeks will learn his fate next month.
Movie night could make a world of difference
Penrith locals are being called upon to unite as a community and make a difference this International Anti-Slavery Day.
Shining the light in the darkness...
Murder charges laid over teacher’s death at Cranebrook
A man will face court today charged over the alleged murder of a woman at Cranebrook.
Dust up over circus visit
Stardust Circus is coming to St Marys but not everyone’s ready to snap up tickets and celebrate.
Animal activist group, People for the Ethical Treatment...
Teachers to be sacked under reforms
Three teachers at Emu Plains Correctional Facility are being sacked under new reforms by the State Government, prompting a rally outside Penrith MP Stuart...
Swinging for a cause
Having endured it and survived it, local realtor Barry Dukes is preparing to do his own bit to help the huge fight against...
