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.
Renfrewshire young person gains catering experience through Future Ready programme
A young person from Renfrewshire has taken steps towards a career in catering and hospitality through the Future Ready employability programme.
Erskine primary school achieves next level Fairtrade status
Pupils and staff at a primary school in Erskine are celebrating after achieving the next stage of Fairtrade recognition.
Renfrewshire Council launches guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced applicants
Renfrewshire Council has launched a new scheme which guarantees job interviews for people with care experience who apply for council roles and meet the essential criteria.
Driver admits causing death and serious injury after falling asleep at wheel in Paisley
A driver has admitted causing the death of a man and serious injury to another after falling asleep at the wheel and mounting the kerb on Hawkhead Road in Paisley.
Fire and building collapse at Glasgow Central Station set to disrupt Renfrewshire rail travel
Rail passengers from Renfrewshire face major disruption after a fire and partial building collapse forced the closure of Glasgow Central Station.
Pubs in Renfrewshire allowed extra opening hours during Scotland’s World Cup matches
Pubs across Renfrewshire will be allowed to stay open later during Scotland’s World Cup matches this summer after extra licensing hours were agreed.
Johnstone Labour councillor urges parents to share views on school merger proposals
A Johnstone councillor has urged parents, carers and the wider community to get in touch with their views as proposals for major changes to schools in the town move forward.
Possible sites revealed for new Trinity High School as council sets out next steps in school estate plans
Possible locations for a new Trinity High School have been revealed as part of Renfrewshire Council’s plans for what it describes as the biggest-ever investment in the area’s schools.
Stellar line-up announced for 2026 Paisley Book Festival
Big names including Christopher Brookmyre, Jenni Fagan, Val McDermid, Nicola Sturgeon, Graeme Armstrong and Sally Magnusson have been confirmed for the 2026 Paisley Book Festival.