Conservative politicians “firmly opposed” to merger plan for day opportunities service
A Renfrewshire MSP and councillor have said they are “firmly opposed” to new proposals that would reduce services for vulnerable people.
Fire breaks out at Erskine bar and restaurant
Emergency services have attended a blaze at a bar and restaurant in Erskine.
Bridge of Weir restaurant launches fourth annual charity Christmas toy collection
One of Renfrewshire’s popular bar and restaurants, The Coach House, has launched its annual Christmas toy collection for children and families in need.
Dream Christmas competition launches in Renfrewshire as research shows our favourite things about the festive season
New research shows that our favourite thing about Christmas is the festive atmosphere with 40% of people saying it’s what they love most about the festive season.
Councillor hits out at Park Mains after-school transport cuts
A Renfrewshire councillor is demanding “urgent answers” over cuts to an after-school bus for pupils at Park Mains High School.
New plaque commemorates Johnstone educator, musician and radical
A commemorative plaque has been installed at Johnstone Town Hall in honour of an educator, political activist and lifelong radical who hailed from the town.
easyJet expansion to create 40 new jobs at Glasgow Airport
EasyJet has revealed it will base an additional aircraft at Glasgow from next summer – taking the airline’s feet at the airport to six.
Young children explore their richts in Scots with new book
Children’s Commissioner Nicola Killean launched a new illustrated book in Scots on human rights for very young children today.
Hawkhead Cemetery campaigner ‘banned’ from contacting council officials directly
Renfrewshire Council has ‘banned’ the chairperson of the Friends of Hawkhead Cemetery from directly contacting council officials.
244 people died while homeless in 2022 in Scotland
An estimated 244 people died while homeless in Scotland in 2022, according to new figures from National Records of Scotland.