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Police issue warning after spike in thefts from cars
Community members are sharing their frustrations as offenders run rampant committing thefts around Penrith.
What next Thursday’s public holiday means for retailers, surgeries
A public holiday has been confirmed in New South Wales on Thursday, September 22 as part of the National Day of Mourning for Queen Elizabeth II.
Penrith MP Stuart Ayres cleared of breaching Ministerial Code of Conduct
The door is open for Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to return to Cabinet after an independent legal review cleared him of breaching the Ministerial Code of Conduct in relation to the John Barilaro saga.
Fire stations to open doors for community visits this weekend
As the weather warms up and the risk of fire increases, the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) wants people to be prepared by having a bushfire survival plan.
Podcast: On The Record – Fiona Scott
Fiona Scott served as the Federal Member for Lindsay from 2013 to 2016.
Classic properties to remain as part of group home proposal
A community housing provider has lodged a $1.9 million Development Application (DA) to help vulnerable youth who are at risk of homelessness in Penrith.
Meet the robots performing surgery at Nepean Private Hospital
People are wary of technology replacing humans, but a robot is helping doctors at Nepean Private Hospital perform advanced surgery with remarkable results.
Cash for community groups: Panthers opens cheque book
Penrith Panthers Leagues Club has again shown its dedication to the community, having announced another year’s worth of funding through the ClubGrants scheme.
Ivan Cleary can’t be ignored for Dally M Coach of the Year
Imagine not giving your Coach of the Year gong to the man who guided his side to the Minor Premiership by four competition points?
Real Festival called off for third straight year
Penrith City Council has axed this year's Real Festival.
New tourism campaign invites locals and visitors to ‘Feel New in Penrith’
With so much to discover in our backyard, Penrith residents are being encouraged to become tourists in their own city.
Podcast: On The Record – Jim Mason
Born at a private hospital on High Street, Jim Mason has had Penrith in his blood since birth.
Investigations underway into Emu Plains fire
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) investigators are examining the ruins of a home, destroyed by fire overnight at Emu Plains.
The fire broke out just...
Panthers winger Taylan May guilty of assault charge
Penrith winger Taylan May has been found guilty of an assault charge levelled against him in Queensland.
More needs to be done to reduce Australia’s frightening suicide rate
Ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day on Sunday, September 10, a St Marys psychologist wants to start honest conversations to spark changes.
Free program in Penrith for chronic pain sufferers
Through a partnership between OnePointHealth and Wentworth Healthcare, Penrith residents will be able to access a series of six-week chronic pain management programs, all for free.
Police officer charged over fatal bus crash
A police officer has been charged following a critical incident investigation into a fatal crash in Llandilo earlier this year, in which a bus driver was killed.
“Era of minor parties”: Why Carl thinks he can shake up election
Carl Halley is ready for round two as he announced this week that he will take on sitting MP Stuart Ayres at the State Election in March next year.
Employees hold advantage as businesses struggle to find staff
With the unemployment rate falling to a historic 3.4 per cent, staff shortages are stinging businesses more than ever.
Experts push importance of water safety ahead of boating season
The Nepean River’s popularity with boaters has increased in recent years with the waterway packed with locals enjoying the outdoors.
