Charity worker goes from ‘rock bottom’ to helping others overcome addiction
A charity worker who was once warned she would die if she had another drink has told how she regained control of her life and now helps others overcome similar
Renfrewshire grassroots football coach celebrates local legend tag from Specsavers after nearly 50 years at Erskine club
A Renfrewshire coach has received the accolade of ‘local legend’ as part of Specsavers’ partnership with the Scottish FA.
Former footballer admits drunken hit and run death
A former footballer killed a teenage pedestrian in a drunken hit and run.
Charity hopes to grow after new sports centre lease gets green light
A Renfrewshire charity is building for the future after councillors agreed for them to take over the lease for their current base.
Drugs Minister joins residential rehab centre’s community Christmas event
Drugs and Alcohol Policy Minister Elena Whitham attended a Christmas event at a residential rehab centre and learned about the vital support it provides to those in addiction recovery.
Man charged with sexual assault in Erskine
A 55-year-old man has been arrested and charged following a number of incidents of sexual comments being made to females in the Erskine area.
Community climate and nature action celebrated across Renfrewshire
Eight groups recognised for commitment to improving places and people’s health and wellbeing
Fire breaks out at Erskine bar and restaurant
Emergency services have attended a blaze at a bar and restaurant in Erskine.
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.
Ex-prison guard admits jail drug smuggle
A prison guard accused of smuggling drugs into jail has walked free after he told jurors he was forced to by inmates with gangland links.