Serious violent crime rises by 15 per cent in Renfrewshire as weapons offences fall by nearly 30 per cent
Serious violent crime in Renfrewshire increased by more than 15 per cent during the first three months of the 2026/27 financial year.
Fire service responds to 123 deliberate fires across Renfrewshire
Johnstone South and Elderslie recorded the highest number of deliberate fires in Renfrewshire during the first three months of the 2026/27 financial year.
Council backs plans for new social rented homes at Gibson Crescent and North Road
The future of plans for around 28 new social rented homes on vacant council-owned land at Gibson Crescent and North Road in Johnstone remains uncertain.
Council moves towards compulsory purchase of remaining Howwood Road shops
Renfrewshire Council is moving towards the compulsory purchase of two privately owned shop units as part of the regeneration of the Howwood Road area in Johnstone.
Renfrewshire Liberal Democrats back call for Scottish Local News Fund
Renfrewshire Liberal Democrats have backed calls for the Scottish Government to introduce a dedicated fund to support local journalism.
Taylor Wimpey West Scotland donates £1,500 to Include Me 2 Club
Taylor Wimpey West Scotland has donated a further £1,500 to Include Me 2 Club in Barrhead through its per-plot donation initiative.
Parents urged to extend Child Benefit claims before 31st August
Parents of teenagers across Renfrewshire and the rest of Scotland are being reminded to extend their Child Benefit claim before 31st August if their child is continuing in approved education…
Cancer incidence rate in Renfrewshire rises 9% over decade
The cancer incidence rate in Renfrewshire was around 9% higher in 2024 than a decade earlier, according to the latest figures from Public Health Scotland.
Tickets go on sale for new SuperPark at Braehead
Tickets have gone on sale for a new indoor activity park which is set to open at Braehead later this month.
Specsavers Johnstone graduate celebrates first-class optometry degree
A Specsavers Johnstone team member is celebrating after graduating with first-class honours in optometry and progressing into a new role as a graduate optometrist.