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The awkward Jordan Springs traffic video that will leave you cheering
A win for those doing the right thing.
Four injured in violent brawl at Colyton
Knives and baseball bats have been seized by Police after a brawl left a man in hospital with serious head injuries.
Go green or go home: Big celebrations planned for St Patrick’s Day
Things are going to be looking very green around Penrith shortly, with St Patrick’s Day just around the corner on Sunday, March 17.
The first 72: Incredible insight into first steps in a domestic violence shelter
With 1,616 incidents of domestic and family violence reported between October 2022 and September 2023 within the Penrith LGA and Blue Mountains, The Haven – Nepean Women’s Shelter is shedding light on what happens in a client’s first 72 hours at their shelter.
Podcast: 10 Minute Match Day – Panthers v Storm
In the Weekender's new Panthers game day podcast, Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor have the final say on the Round 1 clash between the Panthers and Storm.
Mexican restaurant Chechos announces shock closure
Mexican restaurant Chechos has announced its almost immediate closure with the Penrith venue to shut this weekend.
Council rejects bar’s bid for extended trading
Penrith City Council has rejected a bid by a St Marys bar to open until 3.30am on weekends.
Man in critical condition after stabbing at Kingswood
An offender remains on the run tonight after a stabbing in Kingswood.
The Weekender’s own Megan Dunn becomes a Star of Penrith
Megan Dunn is set to dance up a storm at a charity fundraiser this month - and you can back her campaign.
Swimming for a cause: Swim club takes part in fundraiser
Local swimmers are taking part in the Laps for Life fundraiser.
After dancing all over the world, Olivia Kennedy brings popular show to Penrith
For Emu Heights resident Olivia Kennedy, Irish dancing was always in her veins, with a family connection getting her into the artform at the age of four.
Fire forces closure of Stafford Bakery in Penrith
A fire has forced the closure of a popular bakery in Penrith.
Another one falls: P’Nut to close Penrith restaurant
Another Penrith eatery will close its doors with P'Nut Asian Kitchen in Jamisontown to close on March 11.
Property of the year? Stunning Nepean Avenue home hits the market
A stunning five bedroom house with home theatre, study and three living rooms has hit the market on Nepean Avenue in Penrith.
Grant to help fuel young minds
Penrith Community Kitchen has received a grant to help support 26 schools in the Penrith Local Government Area.
Pull the other one: Let’s not pretend Labor will build a roof on Accor...
Troy Dodds isn't buying the State Government's "serious consideration" of a roof at Accor Stadium.
M4 delays between Emu Plains and South Penrith next week
There will be changed traffic conditions on the M4 Motorway between Russell Street, Emu Plains and The Northern Road, South Penrith for road maintenance work to repair damaged sections of the road.
Breakthrough! Sydney Metro tunnels reach major milestone
Two tunnel boring machines are halfway to St Marys after each building 2.4 kilometres of tunnel for the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project.
Penrith Beach to stay open until ANZAC Day
Penrith Beach will not close today as anticipated, with its inaugural season extended until ANZAC Day.
Podcast: On The Record – Richard Fox
Currently the President of the Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce, Richard Fox's career has had many chapters.
