Local Renfrewshire News

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

Celebrate summer at Barshaw Gala Day

Crowds are set to soak up the summer vibes at Barshaw Gala Day with an afternoon packed full of exciting activities for all the family!

Last Updated: 15th June 2018

The Enchanted Forest returns for 2018 with new show Of The Wild!

Are you ready to explore a magical place like no other? Step into the hidden world of nature by night at The Enchanted Forest 2018!

Last Updated: 14th June 2018

Award winning architects to lead redesign of Paisley Town Hall interior

The £22m plans to transform Paisley Town Hall into one of the key venues in the west of Scotland will be led by the architects behind some of the UK’s best-known destinations.

Last Updated: 13th June 2018

Paisley 2021 campaign wins prestigious UK wide PR awards

The people of Paisley have been thanked after the PR campaign behind the town’s bid to be UK City of Culture 2021 was honoured at the UK PR industry’s Oscars.

Last Updated: 12th June 2018

Explore the outdoors and Go Ape this Summer in Scotland

Go Ape is encouraging Scots to live life adventurously by swinging through the tree-tops amidst some of the country’s most stunning scenery this summer.

Last Updated: 12th June 2018

All the Feegie Wummin

A group of women from Ferguslie Park will join thousands from across the UK at the weekend to celebrate 100 years since women were given the right to vote.

Last Updated: 7th June 2018

Quarriers hopes to give over 500 children from across Renfrewshire a summer day out

Social care charity Quarriers launches its fifth Summer Appeal to give children a carefree day trip!

Last Updated: 6th June 2018

Fun for all the family in Renfrew

Have you ever dreamed of living in the Wild West? Well now is your chance!

Last Updated: 2nd June 2018

Couples Come Dine With Me is back and looking for energetic couples in Glasgow!

Couples Come Dine With Me is returning to the city this Summer and they are looking for people from Glasgow and the surrounding areas to apply!

Last Updated: 29th May 2018

Weave Festival and Sma Shot Day returns with a celebration of the weavers holiday

This year’s Weave Festival and Sma’ Shot Day event will celebrate the traditional weavers’ holiday by taking visitors on a trip ‘doon the watter’!

Last Updated: 29th May 2018

Thousands turn out for the British Pipe Band Championships in Paisley

Thousands of people descended on Paisley to see more than 130 of the world’s best pipe bands compete in the first of the summer’s calendar of major piping events.

Last Updated: 21st May 2018

STV would like to hear from people who have been scammed

STV is making another series of Stopping Scotland's Scammers. If you or anyone you know has lost money to a scam, then please get in touch!

Last Updated: 16th May 2018

4000 pipers and drummers en route to Paisley

Thousands of people will gather to watch the world’s best pipe bands descend on Paisley next week – and they’ll be able to travel in style!

Last Updated: 11th May 2018

Community asked for their views on the future of Foxbar

Residents of Foxbar are being asked to help shape the future of their area with a series of informal consultation events on creating a local Place Plan.

Last Updated: 9th May 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: 1st May 2018

Thousands turn out for biggest Paisley Food and Drink Festival yet!

The Paisley Food and Drink Festival proved a real hit with more than 10,000 people turning out to sample some of the best produce and street food from across Scotland over the two-day festival!

Last Updated: 30th April 2018

Spot wildlife in the woodlands this spring

As the longer days and better weather filters through this spring, Forest Enterprise Scotland is encouraging people to take a walk in the woodlands and enjoy Scotland’s natural environment.

Last Updated: 27th April 2018

Last call to find Green Business Champions

The search for Scotland’s best green businesses is drawing to a close this week with just a few days remaining for companies to enter the VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards.

Last Updated: 26th April 2018

Big Spring Clean brings out more than 1000 volunteers

More than 1000 volunteers took part in 31 community clean ups as the Renfrewshire community were inspired to take part in an action-packed weekend of events.

Last Updated: 24th April 2018

Paisley Food and Drink Festival set to be a treat for the tastebuds

Some of Scotland’s best food and drink producers and vendors will be in Paisley this weekend for the annual Paisley Food and Drink Festival for what is set to be the event’s biggest year yet.

Last Updated: 23rd April 2018

Thousands turn out for St Mirren league trophy parade

Thousands of people lined the streets of Paisley last night to see St Mirren's league-winning team parade the SPFL Championship trophy!

Last Updated: 22nd April 2018

Paisley to welcome 4,000 pipers for British Championships

More than 4,000 of the world’s best pipers and drummers will turn Paisley into a sea of tartan when one of the most prestigious events in piping returns to the town next month!

Last Updated: 18th April 2018

Enjoy 2 for 1 tickets to Eat & Drink Festival Glasgow

We've got a fantastic 2 for 1 ticket offer for the Eat & Drink Festival Glasgow, a pioneering live experience celebrating the best the country has to offer in the world of food & drink!

Last Updated: 17th April 2018

Festival of Museums launches 2018 line up

Museums Galleries Scotland has unveiled the most fun Festival of Museums ever with more than 100 incredible events across Scotland from 18 – 20 May 2018!

Last Updated: 16th April 2018

Families wanted for Channel 4 Supershoppers

Glasgow based Firecrest Films are looking for families to take part in several different items in the new series of Supershoppers!

Last Updated: 15th April 2018

Bumps and Babies Welcome!

Over 150 top brands and unique products will feature at Scotland’s biggest Baby & Toddler Show, to be held at the Scottish Event Campus on 27-29 April!

Last Updated: 14th April 2018

Celebrate John Muir Day, the John Muir way!

World renowned Scottish-born conservationist, John Muir is to be celebrated with a series of events, encouraging Scots to get out and about and follow his example!

Last Updated: 13th April 2018

Mass community dog walk sets tongues and tails wagging across Renfrewshire

Dog owners descended on Robertson Park in Renfrew at the weekend to show their support for Renfrewshire’s Team Up to Clean Up campaign and its aim to rid the area of dog fouling.

Last Updated: 11th April 2018