650,000 Scots urged to quit tobacco on No Smoking Day
Around 650,000 people in Scotland are being urged to quit tobacco as part of No Smoking Day on Wednesday, 11th March 2026.
Renfrewshire Council approves new funding to improve neighbourhoods and community spaces
Councillors have approved a series of investments aimed at improving neighbourhoods across Renfrewshire.
West of Scotland rape crisis centres form new alliance to tackle sexual violence
Four rape crisis centres in the west of Scotland have formed a new alliance to campaign against sexual violence against women and girls.
Charity shares advice on supporting bereaved mums ahead of Mother’s Day
A baby loss charity is encouraging people across Scotland to support mums who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss as Mother’s Day approaches.
Elderslie actor Richard Madden named among world’s “sexiest celebrity voices”
Elderslie actor Richard Madden has been named among the world’s “sexiest celebrity voices” in a new global study.
Renfrewshire children invited to turn drawings of their mum into a real Mother’s Day cake
Children in Renfrewshire are being invited to take part in a Mother’s Day drawing competition that could see their artwork turned into a real cake.
Bridge of Weir gardening club hosts seed swap and spring growing tips evening
Gardeners in Bridge of Weir are being invited to a social evening this week as the Bridge of Weir Horticultural Society begins its new season.
Glasgow Central high level station to remain closed until next week after Union Street fire
Rail passengers from Renfrewshire and across the west of Scotland face continued disruption after it was confirmed the main concourse at Glasgow Central Station will remain closed until next week.
Primark unveils newly refurbished store at Braehead after six-month revamp
Shoppers at Braehead are being welcomed into a newly refurbished Primark store after more than six months of renovation work.
Paisley’s St James’ Primary School receives positive inspection result
Pupils and staff at a Paisley primary school are celebrating after inspectors praised the learning environment and standards at the school.