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Approval granted for new health hub

A Development Application for a new health hub in Penrith has been approved. Cornerstone Building Developments is planning to build the new health hub in...

Read all about it: Harry Hartog set to begin its Penrith chapter

What was once the Commonwealth Bank branch on High Street, Penrith, has now been painted a signature green and filled to the brim with books as it enters a new chapter.

Winds cause havoc across Penrith

Heavy winds are causing havoc across the local area with trees and fences down. A tree is down on the M4 Motorway's Russell Street off-ramp,...

16-year-old’s cancer battle inspires Penrith fundraiser

This Sunday, Brisket Boys, Drink West and Westside Riders will be coming together to put on the biggest bike and car event of the year in support of a local family.

Patient assaults three security guards at Nepean Hospital

The incident happened on Monday afternoon.

Councillors pay emotional tribute to Margaret Fowler

Penrith City Council has formally paid tribute to Margaret Fowler, who passed away in March.

Recycled wedding: Unique way to pay for big day

Meet the St Marys couple using old bottles and cans to fund their wedding day

Iconic local cinema admits it’s in a fight for survival

Penrith locals have been raving about Glenbrook Cinema for more than 50 years, but that’s not enough to guarantee its future.

St Clair murder: Woman ‘decapitated’ in horrific scenes; daughter charged

A 25-year-old woman is in police custody after the suspected murder of her mother at St Clair overnight.

Penrith to play key role in new arts policy

The NSW Government is calling on artists and other creative industries practitioners across the state to help craft the first-ever Arts, Culture and Creative Industries Policy for NSW.

Lone Star confirms Penrith return

Lone Star will be back in Penrith before the end of the year.

Community to rally around brave little boy

Local resident Sofi Cox is hoping to see the community rally around her sister and brother-in-law, as their son faces an unimaginable battle. For Vaina...

Construction begins on new childcare centre at Nepean Hospital

An official sod turning ceremony signalled the commencement of construction for a new childcare centre at Nepean Hospital this morning. 

Back down the gangway: COVID rules finally axed for cruises

The State Government is finally lifting COVID-era protocols for cruises.

Blame game will not solve Panthers’ problems

Troy Dodds wraps up the 2019 NRL season for the Penrith Panthers.

Dispute over: Teachers reach deal with State Government

The starting salary for a NSW teacher will increase from $75,791 to $85,000 under a new pay deal.

Real Festival confirms 2019 event dates

Plenty of entertainment on offer at this year's event.

“Choking our economy”: Dutton slams Labor during visit to Emu Plains

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton visited Emu Plains on Wednesday, joining Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh at Opie Manufacturing Group.

Friday Five: Pizza

We name the best pizzas in Penrith!

“We don’t know what we’re going to do”: Businesses face uncertain future after Jamisontown...

Local business owners watched on as their livelihoods came crashing down in a factory fire at Jamisontown on Tuesday night.