Johnstone funfair now open at Thomas Shanks Park
A travelling funfair has opened in Johnstone for the May holiday weekend.
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A travelling funfair has opened in Johnstone for the May holiday weekend.
A new samba single is celebrating Paisley’s historic connection to the birth of Brazilian football.
Johnstone Burgh have appointed Stevie Farrell as the club’s new permanent manager ahead of their first season in the new Lowland League West.
A man has died after being found injured on a pavement in Johnstone.
Councillors have backed calls for improved bus links between Johnstone, Linwood and surrounding villages after concerns were raised over residents struggling to access shops, services and appointments.
Calls for increased public access to Johnstone Swimming Pool sparked a lengthy debate at Renfrewshire Council on Thursday, with councillors split over whether action should be taken immediately or considered
A new ASN breakfast club is set to launch in Johnstone in a bid to create a relaxed and welcoming environment for families with additional support needs children.
Concerns over reduced opening hours at Johnstone Swimming Pool are set to be debated by councillors.
A nursery in Johnstone has been told it must make a series of improvements following a joint inspection by Education Scotland and the Care Inspectorate.
Tom Arthur said it was a “real honour and privilege” after being re-elected as MSP for Renfrewshire West and Levern Valley.