Penrith to host major basketball Grand Finals

Penrith has landed yet another major sporting event, with the best semi-professional basketballers in the state to play at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre next month.

At The Movies: Twisters

This month’s new disaster flick ‘Twisters’ is a follow-up to the hit 1996 movie and is a fun, charming and action packed 122 minutes.

Legendary rugby league commentator David Morrow dies aged 71

Legendary Australian sporting broadcaster David Morrow has lost his short battle with brain cancer.

On the road again: Royce Simmons launches third charity walk

As he launches his third Royce’s Big Walk supporting dementia research, Penrith Panthers legend Royce Simmons has provided an update on his own battle with the insidious disease.

For years, Torton Place residents have felt ignored. They still do.

Torton Place residents say promises of better maintenance and a cleaning up of the notorious street have gone unfulfilled.

Printing museum strives to keep lost art alive

The volunteers at the Penrith Museum of Printing are honouring the history of an important industry.

Lang on League: Sons of Panthers

Over the years, Penrith has had its fair share of fathers who have either played or coached the Panthers and seen their sons follow in their footsteps.

The long-time friendship behind the new Penrith restaurant everyone is talking about

Penrith’s newest dining venue, Long’s House, has officially opened, offering perfectly aged wines, delicious food, and unmatched views.

Man to front court after assaulting carer, police officers

A police officer has undergone surgery after being assaulted by a 19-year-old man, who also assaulted his carer and another officer in Penrith.

Man, woman charged over Caddens car wash robbery

It didn't take police long to track down two alleged thieves on Monday.

Is the 6pm news, once appointment television, on its way out?

You can't blame Channel Seven for trying to shake up its ailing 6pm news. But is the one-time TV tradition dead in the water?

Cleary returns as Panthers begin run to September

The Dolphins come to Penrith for the first time this Sunday. Here's your preview of their showdown with the Panthers.

Don’t mess with these journos: Reporters put through self defence paces

Three Western Weekender journalists have learned the basics of self defence at a class in Penrith.

Nathan Cleary to make long-awaited return against Dolphins

Penrith has named superstar halfback Nathan Cleary to return from injury against the Dolphins on Sunday afternoon.

Amazon Prime Day has launched. Here’s our five best buys

From huge discounts on air fryers, televisions and vaccums, we've found the five best Amazon Prime Day deals.

Exploring Sydney’s newest hotel: Furama Darling Harbour

One of the biggest hotel chains in Asia is now calling Sydney home – and I was lucky enough to be one of the...

All eyes on the Comets: The incredible achievements of St Clair’s U12 Girls team

St Clair's Under 12s Girls team is attracting huge attention in the local rugby league world.

How Penrith has become a delight for foodies

We explore some of Penrith's trendiest menu items across some of our city's most popular new eateries.

Indigenous Firefighter pathway program celebrates 10-year anniversary

Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) has celebrated a decade of its Indigenous Fire and Rescue Employment Strategy (IFARES) with a cultural ceremony at the Emergency Services Academy at Orchard Hills.

Pappa Charlie’s Bakehouse to close after four years in Penrith

Lebanese pizza eatery Pappa Charlie's Bakehouse on High Street in Penrith is closing its doors.