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Cricket called off, splash park open for free as Penrith prepares for hottest day...

Penrith prepares for a 44-degree scorcher tomorrow - and it won't be the only day over 40 in the coming week.

Natasha is on top of the world

The 23-year-old musician has won the Rock category of The UK Songwriting Contest for her single ‘Never Say Sorry’.

“Highly unusual”: Two schools welcome five sets of twins to start the school year

Staff and students at two local schools are well and truly seeing double, with five sets of twins each starting at Caroline Chisholm Catholic College and Kingswood South Public School this year.

Rain causes chaos across Penrith, and there’s still more to come this week

Dozens of roads are closed, sporting events have been cancelled and some schools will shut down tomorrow after heavy rain lashed Penrith throughout the day.

Podcast: On The Record – Max Cowan

When Panthers became the 'World of Entertainment' in the 1990s, Max Cowan was the marketing genius working his magic behind the scenes.

Council “left in the dark” on rail link plans

Councillors raise serious concerns as mystery still surrounds promised rail line.

The awkward Jordan Springs traffic video that will leave you cheering

A win for those doing the right thing.

Labor refers Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to ICAC

Labor has confirmed it has referred Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) over a grant to Panthers Leagues Club.

Unique High Street commercial and residential offering hits the market

Space in the first of two buildings aiming to provide more commercial and residential space on High Street has officially entered the market.

Clubs will survive: NRL agrees to recovery plan

The National Rugby League has agreed on a recovery plan with Clubs relating to the impact of COVID-19 on the 2020 season.

Roundtable held to discuss Penrith’s night-time economy

Key Penrith business figures have gathered to discuss the city's night-time economy at a roundtable this week.

Vets and pet stores adapt to changing world

While people need to be keeping their distance during the Coronavirus pandemic, they still need to be taking care of their pets.

Podcast: 10 Minute Match Day – Panthers v Rabbitohs (NRL Round 9)

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor get you in the footy mood with our 10 Minute Match Day podcast.

Spike in Coronavirus cases at nursing home

There's now 30 positive Coronavirus cases at Newmarch House nursing home at Caddens, with confirmed cases doubling in a 24 hour period.

Podcast: 10 Minute Match Day – Panthers v Warriors (NRL Round 11)

Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor preview the Magic Round clash between Penrith and the Warriors.

Confirmed: Log Cabin returns to Penrith

This is your first glimpse at what the revitalised Log Cabin will look like, with the site's new owners confirming they're pushing ahead with a plan to re-build the iconic hotel.

Teleconference discusses government support for businesses

Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh has hosted a teleconference with local small businesses and the Small Business Minister to discuss the government support available in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Elderly shouldn’t become complacent, experts say

With Coronavirus restrictions beginning to lift, experts say it is still important for the 33,000 elderly residents in Penrith to continue self-isolating.

Man charged with murder after sister’s death

Police are investigating the death of a woman in Cambridge Park.

Penrith’s most determined chef pushes ahead with cafe plans post-pandemic

The Coronavirus pandemic halted Craig Shanahan's plans.