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.
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.
SLTA backs calls for late-night World Cup screenings after Scotland’s dramatic win over Denmark
Scotland’s Licensed Trade Association has backed calls for pubs and bars to be given special permission to show late-night matches during next summer’s World Cup.
Renfrewshire Lib Dems call for emergency hospitality VAT cut at Budget
Renfrewshire Liberal Democrats are calling for an emergency VAT cut at next week’s Budget, warning that families across the area are being “priced out” of keeping warm and enjoying a
Covid-19 Inquiry finds Scotland ‘under-prepared’ as Sturgeon criticised over pandemic decision-making
Scotland’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic has come under sharp criticism, with the UK Covid-19 Inquiry finding the Scottish Government was “significantly under-prepared” and often relied too heavily on decisions
Shopmobility Renfrewshire to hand out free books for Book Week Scotland
Book Week Scotland is underway, running from 17th to 23rd November, and Shopmobility Renfrewshire is taking part by giving out free copies of this year’s Book Week Scotland title to
Half of unpaid carers cutting back on food and heating as new report warns of deepening crisis
Unpaid carers in Renfrewshire and across Scotland are being pushed into poverty and poor health as almost half say they have cut back on essentials such as food and heating.
Young Carer Grant expanded to support 19-year-olds in Scotland
Young carers across Scotland are set to benefit from expanded financial support as the Young Carer Grant is extended to include eligible young people up to the age of 19.
New winter heating payment begins for pensioners in Scotland
A new winter heating payment for older people in Scotland has begun rolling out today, giving pensioners guaranteed support with energy costs throughout the colder months.
Johnstone opticians marks opening months with festive voucher raffle
A Johnstone opticians is marking its first few months in the town by offering one customer the chance to win £500 worth of vouchers to spend locally.