Bishop Keenan steps back temporarily from duties for medical reasons
Bishop John Keenan has been advised to step back temporarily from his duties for medical reasons, the Diocese of Paisley has announced.
New antisocial behaviour strategy goes before Renfrewshire councillors
A proposed five-year antisocial behaviour strategy puts prevention and support for victims at its centre, while retaining enforcement for persistent and serious problems.
Still Game star Jane McCarry to perform at Paisley charity carol concert
Still Game actor Jane McCarry will perform at a carol concert in Paisley Abbey next month to raise money for SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health).
RAMH seeks £5,000 to assess buying Paisley mental health premises
RAMH is exploring buying its Blackstoun Road premises to secure the long-term future of local mental health services, with a £5,000 survey grant recommended for approval.
Construction starts on Taylor Wimpey’s final 315 homes at Dargavel Village
Construction has started on Taylor Wimpey West Scotland’s final phase of 315 homes at Dargavel Village in Bishopton.
Paralympic champion Matt Levy funds UWS scholarship for disabled students
Australian Paralympic swimming champion Matt Levy is funding a new scholarship to help two disabled students at University of the West of Scotland (UWS) with everyday costs such as food…
Nominations open for Renfrewshire’s Provost’s Community Awards as they mark 30th anniversary
Nominations have opened for Renfrewshire’s Provost’s Community Awards, which will mark their 30th anniversary in 2027.
Unresolved homelessness cases rise by 40% in Renfrewshire
The number of unresolved homelessness cases in Renfrewshire has risen by 40% since April 2025, with 358 households living in temporary accommodation.
Renfrewshire road casualties halve but figures rise among children
Road casualties in Renfrewshire fell from 66 to 33 between April and August, but casualties involving children aged 16 and under increased.
Violent crime rises in Renfrewshire as police report more violence in homes
Police recorded 950 violent crimes in Renfrewshire between April and August, with increases in serious violence and violence in private homes.