Renfrewshire residents urged to become mentors as Volunteers’ Week begins
A mentoring charity is encouraging more people across Renfrewshire to volunteer as trusted adult mentors for young people as Volunteers’ Week 2026 gets underway.
Neil Bibby calls for crackdown on illegal e-bikes as Police Scotland seizures hit record levels
West Scotland MSP Neil Bibby has called on SNP ministers to step up action against illegal e-bikes, warning they are becoming a growing problem in communities across Scotland.
McGill’s Buses to run extra late-night services for Scotland fans during World Cup
McGill’s Buses is adding extra late-night journeys to help Scotland fans get home safely during this summer’s World Cup.
Renfrewshire councillors warn green belt being “taken over” by battery and solar farms
Renfrewshire councillors have warned they have “no teeth” to stop the growing spread of battery storage and solar farm developments across green belt land as concerns mount over the scale…
“Alarm bells will be ringing” over village hall transfer concerns
A row erupted at Renfrewshire Council after councillors were presented with a list of community buildings that had attracted interest under community asset transfer rules which included village halls, pavilions…
Illegal vape trade “is growing”, Renfrewshire councillors warned
Renfrewshire Council says work to tackle illicit tobacco and illegal vape sales is set to continue expanding as concerns grow over the scale of the problem.
Freya and Emily top Renfrewshire baby name charts as Scotland chooses Freya and Noah
Freya and Emily were the most popular baby names for girls in Renfrewshire in 2025, while Luca led the way for boys.
Renfrewshire facing shortage of foster carers for babies, councillors warned
Renfrewshire Council is struggling to find foster care placements for babies, councillors have been warned.
New domestic abuse support service launched for armed forces community
Victim Support Scotland and Scottish Women’s Aid are launching a new service to support people affected by domestic abuse within Scotland’s armed forces community.
Parents invited to Bridge of Weir meeting on children and social media
Parents from across Renfrewshire are being invited to attend a community discussion this week on the growing impact smartphones and social media are having on children and young people.