Renfrewshire News

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Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazetteabout 1 hour ago

Get 30% off True Origin's ethical African produce that is a hot favourite in Paisley

Paisley-based social enterprise True Origin Foods connects Scottish shoppers with ethical, delicious, small-batch producers such as Black Mamba that support African farmers, fair wages and thriving communities in Eswatini

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Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazetteabout 1 hour ago

Urgent M8 lane closure to be extended into next month

An urgent lane closure on the M8 is set to be extended into May.

👥Community
Renfrewshire
The West Lothian shopping village left to rot that once attracted one million visitors - Renfrewshire - community, good-news - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courierabout 6 hours ago

The West Lothian shopping village left to rot that once attracted one million visitors

The once-thriving retail village lasted only a few years.

👥Community📰Good news
Renfrewshire
A Place in Sun star Danni Menzies ditches UK dating apps after settling in US - Renfrewshire - community, good-news - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courierabout 6 hours ago

A Place in Sun star Danni Menzies ditches UK dating apps after settling in US

Danni Menzies is now presenting a US driving show and working on other projects at her new US base but she is taking a new line on love thanks to pushy Americans

👥Community📰Good news
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Quality Radio (Paisley, Renfrewshire)about 11 hours ago

‘Walk with Craig’ for funds for Scottish Action for Mental Health

The Bungalow venue in Shuttle Street, Paisley, has organised a special community event to support Paisley man Craig Ferguson on his incredible journey walking 3,200 miles across America from LA to Boston for Scotland’s World Cup match to raise awareness and funds for Scottish Action for Mental Health. They are calling out for everyone to […]

👥Community🏥Health📰Good news
Renfrewshire
Kevin "The Gerbil" Carroll was feared Daniels' clan enforcer who met his end in Asda car park - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courierabout 18 hours ago

Kevin "The Gerbil" Carroll was feared Daniels' clan enforcer who met his end in Asda car park

Kevin 'The Gerbil' Carroll was fatally shot 13 times in an Asda carpark in Robroyston, Glasgow, in 2010.

👥Community
Renfrewshire
Six-year-old girl died after car strikes two children on Renfrewshire street - Renfrewshire - crime - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazetteabout 24 hours ago

Six-year-old girl died after car strikes two children on Renfrewshire street

A six-year-old girl has died after being struck by a car on Johnston Street in Paisley on Saturday evening. A seven-year-old girl was also hurt. Police are appealing for witnesses.

⚖️Crime
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Perjury claims at Alex Salmond's trial still under investigation by Crown Office - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier1 day ago

Perjury claims at Alex Salmond's trial still under investigation by Crown Office

The allegations were made after the former first minister’s 2020 trial, when he was cleared of 14 charges of sexual assault.

👥Community
Renfrewshire
Donald Trump evacuated from White House correspondents' dinner after gunshots heard - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier1 day ago

Donald Trump evacuated from White House correspondents' dinner after gunshots heard

US President Donald Trump was evacuated from the White House correspondents' dinner after gunshots were heard at the security incident, with Trump confirming the gunman has been 'apprehended'

👥Community
Renfrewshire
68-year-old man 'violently' assaulted and robbed at Renfrew property - Renfrewshire - community - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette2 days ago

68-year-old man 'violently' assaulted and robbed at Renfrew property

A 68-year-old man was seriously assaulted and robbed on Tennant Street in Renfrew in the early hours of Friday April 24.

👥Community
Renfrewshire
Celtic 3 Falkirk 1 LIVE reaction as Daizen Maeda double sends champions level at the top - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier2 days ago

Celtic 3 Falkirk 1 LIVE reaction as Daizen Maeda double sends champions level at the top

Daizen Maeda was the difference as Celtic picked up a big three points at home to Falkirk

👥Community
Renfrewshire
Scotland's highest village with underground cave and pub offering scenic views - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier2 days ago

Scotland's highest village with underground cave and pub offering scenic views

You can visit this underground cave which boasts plenty of history and sits beneath Scotland's highest village. You can also follow a guide down this dark tunnel

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Quality Radio (Paisley, Renfrewshire)3 days ago

Paisley Food and Drink Festival 2026 gets underway

The first day of Paisley Food and Drink Festival 2026 on Friday 24 April, was a big hit with visitors as thousands turned out to sample the best food and drink in the sunshine.   The second day of the festival is taking place today, Saturday 25 April against the historic background of Paisley Abbey.  This […]

📰Good news
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Busy Glasgow Queen Street lines to close this weekend as trains replaced by buses - Renfrewshire - community - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Busy Glasgow Queen Street lines to close this weekend as trains replaced by buses

ScotRail services from Glasgow Queen Street will be diverted or replaced by buses on Sunday April 26 due to engineering works between Bishopbriggs and Ashfield.

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Celtic blame Rangers for away fan lockout as 'surprised and disappointed' Hoops leave U turn door open - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Celtic blame Rangers for away fan lockout as 'surprised and disappointed' Hoops leave U turn door open

The final Old Firm derby of the season is set to be played out in front of home fans only

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Paisley brute will learn his fate next month after horrific assault on wife - Renfrewshire - community - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Paisley brute will learn his fate next month after horrific assault on wife

A Paisley man who was told he will be facing a jail sentence after pinning his wife down and strangling her will hear of his fate next month.

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UWS Paisley panel to explore future of Scottish politics ahead of election - Renfrewshire - education, politics - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

UWS Paisley panel to explore future of Scottish politics ahead of election

An upcoming panel event at the University of the West of Scotland’s (UWS) Paisley campus will explore the key issues shaping the future of Scottish politics.

🎓Education🏛️Politics
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Paisley woman had knife in the street because she 'collects things' - Renfrewshire - community - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Paisley woman had knife in the street because she 'collects things'

Paisley woman stated she had knife in the street because she “found it and picked it up”

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Council moved quickly to secure 1,500 laptops ahead of price surge - Renfrewshire - politics - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Council moved quickly to secure 1,500 laptops ahead of price surge

Renfrewshire Council moved quickly to secure 1,500 laptops and avoid forking out an extra £200,000 ahead of a price surge caused by supply constraints for memory components.

🏛️Politics
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Renfrewshire Council staff to get World Cup public holiday - Renfrewshire - politics - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Renfrewshire Council staff to get World Cup public holiday

Renfrewshire Council staff will receive an extra public holiday to mark the occasion of Scotland’s men competing at the World Cup for the first time since 1998.

🏛️Politics
Renfrewshire
Renfrewshire Council approves new £1.4m security contract - Renfrewshire - politics - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Renfrewshire Council approves new £1.4m security contract

A contract for the reactive repair and maintenance of CCTV and alarm systems in Renfrewshire Council buildings has been approved.

🏛️Politics
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Renfrewshire council approves Halloween festival contract worth over £520,000 - Renfrewshire - good-news - via Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette
Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Renfrewshire council approves Halloween festival contract worth over £520,000

A contract for the spooktacular Paisley Halloween Festival parade and town centre animation has been approved in a move that has been described as a “huge opportunity” for Renfrewshire Council.

📰Good news
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Cordon still in place on Glasgow street as teens remain in hospital after fireworks incident - Renfrewshire - health, emergency - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Cordon still in place on Glasgow street as teens remain in hospital after fireworks incident

Two teenage boys remain in hospital following a fireworks incident in Glasgow.

🏥Health🚨Emergency
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Police race to Edinburgh City Bypass crash as drivers face long queues - Renfrewshire - crime, emergency - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Police race to Edinburgh City Bypass crash as drivers face long queues

Emergency services are in attendance on the A720 at Calder.

⚖️Crime🚨Emergency
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Zack Polanski calls for Donald Trump to be 'kicked out' his Scottish golf courses - Renfrewshire - politics - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Zack Polanski calls for Donald Trump to be 'kicked out' his Scottish golf courses

The leader of the Green Party in England said "I don't think you should be able to start an illegal and unpopular wars and still have golf courses".

🏛️Politics
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Millionaire trophy hunter trampled to death by elephant herd during African hunt - Renfrewshire - community - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Millionaire trophy hunter trampled to death by elephant herd during African hunt

Ernie Dosio, 75, was a renowned millionaire trophy hunter who was trampled to death by a herd of five elephants while hunting antelope in Gabon, Africa

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Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Person dies after being hit by train in Hillington

A person has died after being struck by a train.

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Paisley & Renfrewshire Gazette3 days ago

Hot Glasgow dining venue Rockend Mill launches standout live music series for 2026

One of Glasgow’s most popular dining destinations, Rockend Mill, is turning up the volume in 2026 with the launch of an exciting new programme of live music events designed to bring unforgettable entertainment to the local community.

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Stirlingshire campaigners celebrate after raising £400k to secure local field - Renfrewshire - business - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Stirlingshire campaigners celebrate after raising £400k to secure local field

The team of campaigners in Kinlochard have been working tirelessly for more than two years to secure the 27-acre patch known as The Field - with hopes to conserve the environment and encourage local business on the space.

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Headteacher killed in crash as man charged with murder - Renfrewshire - education - via West Lothian Courier
West Lothian Courier3 days ago

Headteacher killed in crash as man charged with murder

Stretford Grammar School headteacher Michael Mullins, 56, died after a collision involving a car and a cyclist on Paddock Lane in Altrincham. A man has been charged with murder

🎓Education
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