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Elderly woman left shaken after home invasion
Police are appealing for information following a home invasion, during which an 80-year-old-woman was threatened with a knife, in Penrith last night.
About 7.35pm on...
Legal action likely over pirated DVDs
A business has been nabbed with manufacturing pirated DVDs last week.
On Wednesday, October 4 police attended an industrial premises on Abel Street in Jamisontown...
Delays on train network
It's been tough going for locals trying to get to work this morning with major problems both on the roads and public transport. ...
The laughs must go on… to help veterans doing it tough
Comedian Rob Andrews is encouraging comics worldwide to put their best jokes forward in support of Soldier On, as part of his online comedy contest, Larrikins Worldwide.
Man arrested after bizarre road rage incident in Glenmore Park
A man has been charged with predatory driving after a bizarre scene erupted in Glenmore Park last weekend.
Man attacked by dog
An elderly man has been attacked by a dog whilst on an early morning walk with his own pets. About 4.30am today, a...
Meals are a help
National Meals on Wheels Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday in August each year. This annual celebration recognises the work of...
Applications for help surges, as Labor calls for return of JobKeeper
Service NSW has temporarily suspended applications for its COVID-19 business grant after massive demand this morning.
Residents and police foil break and enter attempt at Colyton
Two men who broke in and tried to steal from a home in the middle of the night were foiled when the resident chased...
End of an era as hospital canteen changes ownership
The canteen at Nepean Hospital is farewelling some of its long-time staff members who over the past two decades have been putting a smile...
Ellen's birthday gift to Carly
Of the hundreds of Ellen fans that flocked to the Opera House stairs on Tuesday, Penrith’s luckiest birthday girl stood out from the...
Striving for independence: Help Kayla purchase much-needed vehicle
For Penrith resident Kayla Reichel, living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy is both isolating and independence-stripping.
Fernhill Estate could be home to Sydney’s newest cemetery
Throughout Australia, many cemeteries are predicted to reach capacity in the next 20 to 30 years. With Australia’s population continuing to grow, this is...
New on the beat
Two new police officers joined the ranks at St Marys Local Area Command this week, fresh faced and rearing to get started. ...
Is Penrith really here?
It’s one of the most basic marketing tools in the book, says Penrith Councillor Maurice Girotto – Penrith needs to announce itself to...
Colourful new mural illustrates community’s resilience during pandemic
A thoroughfare in St Marys is now home to a bright piece of art which represents the efforts and resilience of our City’s residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Â
Three Penrith locals receive OAM honours
Special honours as part of Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Student-designed playground opens in Oxley Park
There’s a new playground at Brian King Reserve in Oxley Park for local families to enjoy thanks to the fresh ideas and creative minds of students from Oxley Park Public School.
Freight agreements help airport take flight
10 of Australia’s major freight companies have entered memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with Western Sydney Airport.
The MOUs will see Western Sydney Airport work with...
10-day-old puppy found dumped in esky at Colyton
RSPCA inspectors are appealing for urgent public assistance after a 10-day-old puppy was found dumped in an esky on the front lawn of a Colyton property yesterday.
