Local Renfrewshire News

Keep up to date with what's going on in Renfrewshire with our local news updates.

Crowds feel the heat in Johnstone as Fire Engine Rally returns to the town

Thousands of people turned out in Johnstone on Saturday to see fire engines, past and present, showcased in the town centre!

Last Updated: 13th August 2018

Sound the alarm as the Fire Engine Rally returns to Johnstone!

Johnstone Fire Engine Rally is set to attract huge crowds in the town centre when it returns tomorrow!

Last Updated: 10th August 2018

VisitScotland launch a new Literary Tourism Trail

VisitScotland launches Scotland’s Storybook Trail where book lovers of all ages can embark on a literary adventure inspired by their favourite storybook characters!

Last Updated: 10th August 2018

Children wanted for Nativity the Musical

The producers of Natvity! The Musical are on the look-out for children aged 9-12 star in the Scottish leg of the production’s 2018 UK tour!

Last Updated: 9th August 2018

The ultimate fantasy festival line up comes to Strathclyde Park!

On Saturday 1st September the first ever Tributes in the Park will take place at Strathclyde Park, Motherwell and we have a fantastic 50% off ticket offer!

Last Updated: 9th August 2018

MGS announces new year round fund to replace the annual Festival of Museums

Museums Galleries Scotland has announced that the annual Festival of Museums weekend will not return in 2019.

Last Updated: 9th August 2018

Introducing GlasGLOW

itison unveils half million-pound event to make Glasgow the home of Halloween!

Last Updated: 8th August 2018

Scottish gardens map set to drive tourism in Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Garden tourism group, Discover Scottish Gardens, has launched a printed map of Scotland to encourage locals and tourists to visit gardens and attractions throughout the country.

Last Updated: 7th August 2018

Black Sabbath legend to appear at The Spree Festival

Rock music legend Tony Iommi has been added to the bill for The Spree Festival – where he will give music fans the inside story of his career as one of heavy metal’s most influential figures.

Last Updated: 3rd August 2018

Paisley Halloween Festival secures Year of Young People funding

Paisley’s popular Halloween Festival will be one of the major events as part of the Year of Young People 2018 celebrations!

Last Updated: 1st August 2018

Free public wifi goes live in Renfrew town centre

The latest phase of Renfrewshire Council’s £1m investment in free public wifi internet has rolled out – with Renfrew town centre the latest place to get the service.

Last Updated: 27th July 2018

Discounted tickets are now on sale for festivals across Scotland!

Ticketmaster are holding their final Flash Sale of the summer, don't miss out on fantastic discounts for several festivals across Scotland!

Last Updated: 27th July 2018

Massive indoor inflatable theme park coming to Glasgow

Flip Out Glasgow is expanding to offer the first permanent indoor inflatable theme park in the West of Scotland!

Last Updated: 19th July 2018

Exclusive European Championships Glasgow 2018 2 for 1 Ticket Offer!

Europe’s top athletes will compete in the inaugural European Championships being held in Glasgow this August and we have an exclusive 2 for 1 ticket offer for several of the events!

Last Updated: 17th July 2018

Does your property have what it takes to be Home of the Year

Scotland is full of beautiful, surprising and absolutely unique homes. But do they have what it takes to be Home of the Year?

Last Updated: 17th July 2018

Motown legends Martha Reeves and the Vandellas among big name acts to play The Spree Festival!

Legends of Motown, rock and dance music head-up a stellar bill of acts that will play this year’s The Spree Festival in Paisley!

Last Updated: 17th July 2018

Local heroes honoured by Renfrewshire Provost Lorraine Cameron

Renfrewshire’s hidden stars have been given civic recognition for their work in the community by Renfrewshire’s Provost Lorraine Cameron.

Last Updated: 13th July 2018

Thousands turn out to celebrate Sma Shot Day

Thousands turned out to take a trip ‘doon the watter’ to mark Paisley’s radical weavers at the annual Sma’ Shot Day and Weave Festival celebrations at the weekend!

Last Updated: 9th July 2018

Ferguslie surface is pitch perfect

Footballers in Paisley will have a new all-weather surface to play on when the new season kicks off later this summer – after the pitch at the Ferguslie Sports Centre was relaid.

Last Updated: 9th July 2018

New weaving exhibition launches in time for Weave Festival and Sma Shot Day

A new weaving exhibition showcases the work of local groups who have embraced the textile traditions that made Paisley famous all over the world.

Last Updated: 5th July 2018

Paisley Central Library set for temporary move

Paisley Central Library will be moving to a temporary home in the town centre – ahead of a new state-of-the-art facility opening on the High Street.

Last Updated: 4th July 2018

Visitors can take a trip doon the watter at annual Sma Shot Day

Paisley will be transformed into a seaside escape in celebration of this year’s Weave Festival and Sma’ Shot Day celebrations taking place this weekend.

Last Updated: 4th July 2018

Volunteers Wanted for BBC Show

Red Sky Productions are looking for volunteers to take part in a factual entertainment TV programme on BBC Scotland.

Last Updated: 2nd July 2018

Hundreds turn out to pay tribute to our Armed Forces

Renfrewshire and Inverclyde have joined forces to celebrate Armed Forces Day with a special service at Paisley Abbey.

Last Updated: 26th June 2018

Eyes Open approach encouraged for children at risk

Everyone in Renfrewshire should keep their Eyes Open for children at risk during the school holidays.

Last Updated: 23rd June 2018

Government Culture Strategy head Leonie to lead Paisley transformation

One of Scotland’s most senior cultural figures will lead the work to transform Paisley’s future using its unique cultural and heritage story.

Last Updated: 21st June 2018

Renfrewshire and Inverclyde come together to mark Armed Forces Day

Renfrewshire and Inverclyde residents are being encouraged to attend a ceremony to celebrate our serving military men and women.

Last Updated: 20th June 2018

Get crafty at the Weave Festival and Sma Shot Day celebrations!

A programme of interactive design, textile and craft workshops and demonstrations have been announced for this year’s Weave Festival and Sma’ Shot Day celebrations!

Last Updated: 19th June 2018