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A year on from lockdown being lifted, businesses are finding their feet again
Over two years spent in and out of lockdown, businesses around Penrith have been put to the test, forced to adapt to constant changes in restrictions. Now, a year on from the end of the last lockdown in 2021, it seems they’re back and better than ever.
Independent Councillor Kevin Crameri confirms he’s battling lung cancer
Penrith City Councillor Kevin Crameri has shared with the Weekender how going to a doctor earlier this year possibly saved his life.
Props give first responders an advantage in emergencies
Some $3 million worth of world-class practice props have been unveiled at the Fire & Rescue NSW Emergency Services Academy in Orchard Hills this week, with NSW firefighters now another step ahead of the rest.
“She was the best”: Family pays tribute to grandmother killed in St Marys tragedy
Floral tributes from members of the community sit outside the home in St Marys where a grandmother was killed in a freak incident last Saturday, as the woman’s family comes to terms with the tragedy.
Theo’s Rooftop Bar to host Penrith’s first ever runway show
Local luxury fashion retailer The 5th Dimension is set to hold Penrith’s first ever runway show as part of its 22/23 summer campaign.
Penrith centre wins big at Early Childhood Education & Care Awards
Explore & Develop Penrith has been named Outstanding Organisation at the 2022 HESTA Early Childhood Education & Care Awards, which were held on Friday night.
Civic Centre shines bright for Pink Up Penrith
The Penrith Civic Centre will turn pink every night for the rest of October in support of Pink Up Penrith.
Wet weather latest: Driver rescued from car on Mamre Road
Penrith is getting a reprieve from wet weather, but warnings remain in place as parts of the Local Government Area are urged to evacuate due to flooding.
Woman killed after car crashes into house at St Marys
A woman has died after a vehicle drove through a house in St MarysJust after 5.20am, emergency services were called to a...
Carers encouraged to take care of themselves
For the 854,300 carers around the state, looking after a loved one with a disability or condition can be a 24 hour-a-day job with...
Residents warned to stay alert as heavy rain hits
Residents in Penrith are being warned that minor flooding on the Nepean River is expected, with more heavy rain predicted to fall in the coming days.
Revealed: The US venue providing the blueprint for Penrith’s new stadium
This is the stunning sporting venue that could provide the blueprint for the new Penrith Stadium if it is built on the Penrith Showground site.
Saints opens new sports bar, event centre
St Marys Rugby League Club is celebrating 40 years this year and is looking better than ever.
HSC exams to begin next week
After two years mixed up in online learning, social distancing restrictions, and countless isolation periods, the countdown is finally on to the HSC written exams.
New look for Penrith RSL with $30 million upgrade proposed
Penrith RSL Club could go through another era of transformation with plans for multi-million dollar alterations in the pipeline.
How Breast Care Nurses play a crucial role in cancer battles
Samantha Jarnet’s whole world stopped when she was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago at just 38-years-old.
$500,000 announced to help solve Penrith’s biggest mystery
The NSW Government and NSW Police Force have announced a $500,000 reward for information regarding one of Penrith’s biggest unsolved mysteries.
Proposal to raise Warragamba Dam wall declared “Critical State Significant Infrastructure”
A proposal to raise the Warragamba Dam wall by 14 metres has been declared Critical State Significant Infrastructure (CSSI) by the State Government.
Party on, boys: Panthers deserve to celebrate how they choose
This Penrith team’s humility, pride and attachment to the community is evident to anyone who is close to it.
Horror weekend: Two pedestrians killed in separate local accidents
Two pedestrians have been killed in separate local incidents in a horror start to the long weekend.
