Paisley charity shortlisted for national hair and beauty award
A Paisley-based charity which supports care experienced young people into hairdressing careers has been shortlisted for a national award.
Board approves Renfrewshire Council £20m ASN transport framework after concerns over checks and scores
Concerns were raised over criminal record and safeguarding checks, supplier quality scores and value for money before Renfrewshire councillors approved a new £20million transport framework for children with additional support…
New parents in Renfrewshire urged to claim Child Benefit as soon as possible
New parents in Renfrewshire are being urged to claim Child Benefit as soon as possible after new figures showed many families are missing out on payments during their baby’s first…
Royal Mail workers accused of stealing £750,000 from parcels
Two Royal Mail workers are accused of stealing £750,000 from packages and sending dirty cash to Pakistan.
Footballer killer jailed for seven years over fatal one-punch attack
A man who killed a popular amateur footballer with a single punch has been jailed for seven years.
Andrew Avenue name to remain in Renfrew after residents oppose change
Andrew Avenue in Renfrew will keep its current name after councillors agreed to take no further action following a resident consultation.
Calls for better bus links between Johnstone and Linwood backed by councillors
Councillors have backed calls for improved bus links between Johnstone, Linwood and surrounding villages after concerns were raised over residents struggling to access shops, services and appointments.
Calls for longer opening hours at Johnstone Swimming Pool after heated council debate
Calls for increased public access to Johnstone Swimming Pool sparked a lengthy debate at Renfrewshire Council on Thursday, with councillors split over whether action should be taken immediately or considered…
Lib Dem campaigner calls on Renfrewshire Labour MPs to withdraw support for Starmer
A Liberal Democrat campaigner has called on Labour MPs representing Renfrewshire constituencies to withdraw their support for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and back a leadership contest.
Majority of residents oppose Andrew Avenue name change in Renfrew
Most residents who took part in a council consultation on renaming Andrew Avenue in Renfrew do not support changing the street’s name, according to a report due before councillors this…