Housebreaking rises by almost a third in Renfrewshire
Housebreaking increased by 32.9% in Renfrewshire between April and August, despite a fall in overall crimes of dishonesty.
Police record 16 suspected drug-related deaths in Renfrewshire
A police report records 16 suspected drug-related deaths and 35 near-fatal overdoses in Renfrewshire between April and August.
Recorded sexual crimes rise by 37% in Renfrewshire
Police recorded 244 sexual crimes in Renfrewshire between April and August, with older offences accounting for part of the increase.
Johnstone Burgh’s £50,000 pitch funding bid recommended for deferral
Johnstone Burgh FC’s application for a £50,000 contribution towards building an all-weather pitch has been recommended for deferral while council officers gather further information.
Housing plan includes 92 affordable homes at Paisley Grammar site
Plans for 92 affordable homes at the Paisley Grammar site and 66 at Lonend are included in a housing investment programme going before Renfrewshire councillors.
Government announces apprenticeship and training plans for young people
The UK Government has announced plans to expand apprenticeships, work experience and training for young people in professional services, construction and defence.
Almost half of Paisley survey respondents believe children are missing out on guising
Almost half of Paisley adults surveyed believe children are missing out on the traditional Halloween experience, according to research commissioned by Aldi Scotland.
Scotland’s centenarian population rises to 950
An estimated 950 people aged 100 and over were living in Scotland in mid-2025, according to National Records of Scotland (NRS).
BBC Scotland broadcast channel to close as corporation announces further cuts
The BBC Scotland television channel will stop broadcasting in spring 2027 as part of cost-cutting measures announced by the corporation. Viewers in Renfrewshire and across Scotland will instead be able…
Paisley postcode area among Britain’s highest for dangerous MOT defects
The PA postcode area, which includes Paisley and parts of Renfrewshire, had the 10th highest rate of dangerous MOT defects in Britain once vehicle age was taken into account, according…