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Putin, Trump still 'maybes' for Ukraine peace talks

2 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Dmitry Antonov |Andrew Osborn

Donald Trump has urged Vladimir Putin to participate in peace talks with Ukraine. Photo: AP PHOTOUS President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin are still "maybes" for what could be the first direct peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv in years, after the Kremlin held off disclosing who would represent Russia. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Why council says it can't rely on volunteers to maintain rural cemeteries

2 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Rachel Chamberlain

FOR years, Bathurst's rural cemeteries have been cared for by members of the public. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaWith the prospect of the council having to budget for hundreds of thousands of dollars to maintain the cemeteries, the community is asking why the existing volunteer arrangement cannot continue.
Lithgow Senior Dance Club's 'lovely' Autumn Ball drew an interstate crowd

3 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Reidun Berntsen

Lithgow Hermitage Old Time And New Vogue Dance Club members at the Autumn Ball. Picture supplied. The Lithgow Hermitage Old Time And New Vogue Dance Club welcomed guests from as far as Queensland to celebrate its first Autumn ball in six years. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Perverted plastic surgeon groomed six underage girls for child prostitution

3 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Sam Rigney

Richard Paris Sackelariou was once a sought after plastic surgeon. He has pleaded guilty to inducing underage girls to participate in child prostitution. A Sydney plastic surgeon who used "sugar daddy" websites and social media to meet and groom six underage girls and sent them a total of more than $30,000 for sex, explicit images or to meet up or keep quiet now says he is "ashamed" at how much damage he has caused. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
How playing cricket in Lithgow left an impact on Londoner James Hawkins

3 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Reidun Berntsen

James Hawkins (Left) fondly remembers his time playing for the Valley First Grade Cricket Team in 1986 (right). Pictures supplied. When English native James Hawkins spent six months in Lithgow playing cricket as a young man almost 40 years ago, he couldn't have envisioned the lasting impact it would have. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Western Sydney University's exit from Lithgow is a 'social and educational loss'

4 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Reidun Berntsen

Deputy Mayor Steven Ring, Mayor Cassandra Coleman and Lithgow City Council General Manager Ross Gurney at a function hosted at the Transformation Hub in late 2024. Picture by Reidun Berntsen. According to mayor Cassandra Coleman, Western Sydney University's decision to cease operations at the Transformation Hub will be a profound loss to Lithgow. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Nature my sanctuary during cancer treatment, Kate says

4 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Michael Holden

Kate finished her cancer treatment in September and said earlier in 2025 she was in remission. Photo: AP PHOTOThe Princess of Wales is pressing the importance of nature, saying it has been her sanctuary in the past year in which she underwent preventive chemotherapy for cancer. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Our new arrivals: Meet the babies born in Bathurst in May 2025

4 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Alise McIntosh |Rachel Chamberlain

MEET the babies born in Bathurst during May 2025. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaProud parents across the city and surrounds have welcomed some adorable new bubs into their homes - and their hearts. It's always an exciting time and we are pleased to help share some of the first moments of the expanded families.
Truck and tractor crash traps one as driver airlifted to hospital with serious injuries

4 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Riley Krause

A truck driver has been airlifted to hospital on Monday afternoon following a crash near Dubbo. Subscribe now for unlimited access. or signup to continue reading All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other in your areaAt about 12.20pm on May 12, emergency services were called to Tomingley Road, about 30km south of Narromine, following reports of a crash between a small truck and tractor.
Monday Musing: Why it's time to let our creatives take over Lithgow

5 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Reidun Berntsen

Local creatives attending the Community Picnic at Queen Elizabeth Park. Picture by Saaskia Girdler. In a town full of outstanding sportspeople, hardworking miners and innovative businesspeople, it's easy to feel like an outcast as a creative person. Subscribe now for unlimited access.