Johnstone teacher struck off over secret relationship with teenage girl
A primary school teacher who worked in Johnstone has been struck off after admitting to a secret sexual relationship with a teenage girl which lasted almost two years.
Johnstone Pipe Band disbands elite Grade One outfit amid recruitment challenges
Johnstone Pipe Band’s Grade One group has formally dissolved following a meeting with members on Wednesday evening.
Fresh start Burgh Bootcamp launches at Johnstone Burgh
A brand new early-morning bootcamp has kicked off at Johnstone Burgh’s Keanie Park — helping locals get fit and active in time for Christmas.
Johnstone’s Zoe Tait in the running to support Nathan Evans and Saint Phnx at the Hydro
Johnstone’s very own Zoe Tait has made it into the top eight artists in a competition to win a once-in-a-lifetime chance to perform at the Hydro in Glasgow.
Andys Man Club to launch new support group in Johnstone
A new Andys Man Club support group will open its doors in Johnstone tonight (Monday), offering men across the area a safe and welcoming space to talk.
Planning application lodged for Thorn Athletic’s major ground redevelopment
Thorn Athletic Football Club has lodged an application for planning permission for the first part of a major project at its home ground in Greenend Avenue, Johnstone.
Holmes Mackillop team to scale the Kelpies in aid of St Vincent’s Hospice
A six-strong team from Holmes Mackillop Solicitors is preparing to tackle the Kelpies Challenge later this month – a unique 1.5-hour assault course set high inside the iconic heads of
Johnstone man caught trafficking drugs after food firm went bust
A man got involved in class A drug trafficking after his food business went bust.
Hays Travel Johnstone staff step up to raise funds for local children’s charity
Six local ladies from the Hays Travel team in Johnstone are lacing up their trainers and walking the equivalent of a half marathon to raise funds for Quarriers, one of
Thorn Athletics’ McGhee reflects on 28 years of growth and future ambitions
This is part of an interview on Johnstone Sound’s ‘Scoreboard Sportlight’. The full audio interview can be heard here.