Big turnout in Renfrew for annual Christmas lights switch-on
Renfrew town centre was packed on Saturday as crowds gathered to watch the town’s Christmas lights switched on for 2025.
Johnstone care home manager jailed for nine and a half years after targeting vulnerable girl
A former care worker who raped a girl from a children’s home where he was a manager has been jailed for nine and a half years.
Police charge driver after bus crashes into Paisley railway bridge
A busy Paisley road was closed after a bus struck a railway bridge and became stuck underneath.
Families flock to Barshaw Park for weekly junior 2K parkrun
Barshaw Park is bringing families together every Sunday morning thanks to the Barshaw Junior parkrun – a free, fun 2km event for children aged 4 to 14.
Paisley football icon Tony Fitzpatrick honoured with UWS doctorate
A celebrated figure in Paisley sport has been recognised at the University of the West of Scotland’s winter graduations. St Mirren legend Tony Fitzpatrick received an Honorary Doctorate during a…
Malin Group launch festive design competition for primary school pupils
A new festive challenge is encouraging primary school children across Scotland – including schools in Renfrewshire – to get creative while learning about engineering.
Grid Braehead to host Wicked-themed family event this weekend
Grid Braehead is set to go green this weekend as it hosts a special Wicked-themed event to celebrate the release of the new film, Wicked: For Good.
Contract awarded for next stage in Ferguslie Park regeneration
Renfrewshire Council have awarded a contract to deliver the Ferguslie Park Greenline – Belltrees project as the next stage of the area’s regeneration moves forward.
Hillington nursery shortlisted for top honours at the Scottish Nursery Awards
Puddle Lane Nursery in Hillington is celebrating after being shortlisted in two major categories at the Scottish Nursery Awards 2025: Parent Engagement and Individual Nursery of the Year.
Linwood schools welcome officers for careers sessions
Police Scotland officers from the Renfrewshire Community Policing Team visited two local secondary schools last week as part of a series of careers events.