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…
Bishopton man launches what is believed to be Scotland’s first non-profit travel agency
Bishopton-born Ryan Yule has launched a travel agency which puts its profits towards supporting community projects in holiday destinations around the world.
The Tailor of Inverness to be staged at Paisley Town Hall in November
Dogstar Theatre is bringing its award-winning production The Tailor of Inverness to Paisley Town Hall on Tuesday 3rd November 2026 as part of a Scottish tour.
Paisley Probus Club launches membership drive as numbers fall by half
Paisley Probus Club, which brings retired people together for guest talks and social meetings, is appealing for new members after its membership fell by half over the last few years.
Horror Con Halloween to take place at Paisley Town Hall
Horror Con Halloween will bring live entertainment, zombie acting sessions and a horror market to Paisley Town Hall on Friday 30th October 2026.
Dental group behind Paisley Orthodontics appoints new chief executive
Clyde Munro Dental Group, which includes Paisley Orthodontics, has appointed Louise Reeves as its new chief executive.
New film highlights wellbeing support for Renfrewshire families
A new film showing the work of a support service for Renfrewshire families has been launched at an event in Paisley.
Renfrewshire schools to open as normal after hoax bomb threats
Renfrewshire schools will open as planned on Tuesday 20th October after police confirmed bomb threat emails sent to schools across Scotland were a hoax.