Local Renfrewshire News

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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

Kids can cook up some fun at Paisley Food and Drink Festival

Budding young cooking fans will be able to get some hands-on foodie fun experiences at this year’s Paisley Food and Drink Festival!

Last Updated: 11th April 2018

Does your family have what it takes to beat The Chaser

Is your sister smarter than the Sinnerman? Can Granny get the better of the Governess? If the answer is yes, why not sign up for The Family Chase!

Last Updated: 4th April 2018

Could Kirstie and Phil help you bag your new home

Channel 4's 'Location, Location, Location' is coming to Glasgow this Spring and they're looking for property hunters!

Last Updated: 1st April 2018

Former Masterchef the Professionals winner to share top tips at Paisley Food and Drink Festival

Jamie Scott, winner of Masterchef the Professionals 2014, will run a series of cooking demonstrations sharing his top cooking tips at Paisley Food and Drink Festival.

Last Updated: 30th March 2018

Kelvingrove Museum kick starts a year of celebration as Charles Rennie Mackintosh exhibition opens

Glasgow Museums celebrates the 150th anniversary of Charles Rennie Mackintosh with Making the Glasgow Style - a major, new exhibition at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum!

Last Updated: 29th March 2018

Kids egged on to exercise

Street Stuff will run its new spring programme over the school holidays from April 3-12 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoons!

Last Updated: 28th March 2018

Rebels sought for 10th anniversary of writing campaign

Irvine Welsh is backing the Scottish Book Trust's rebellious campaign to get the nation writing!

Last Updated: 28th March 2018

Tallest indoor slide in the UK set to open in Soar at intu Braehead

The UK’s tallest indoor slide opens at Climbzone, in Soar at intu Braehead, this Friday!

Last Updated: 26th March 2018

Paisley confirmed as host of Royal National Mod in 2022

Paisley will host the Royal National Mòd – the world’s largest celebration of Gaelic language and culture – in 2022!

Last Updated: 25th March 2018

Swing into Spring at Go Ape in Scotland

Go Ape is encouraging Scots to live life adventurously this Easter holiday at the outdoor forest adventure experience.

Last Updated: 25th March 2018

Gardens By The Bay in Singapore top green travel wish list

CSGN is encouraging young people across the Central Belt to apply for its inaugural Travel Grant, for a chance to win a trip to a global destination of their choice.

Last Updated: 25th March 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: 23rd March 2018

School drivers have lots to learn

Unsafe parking and vehicle idling at Renfrewshire schools are under scrutiny as complaints about irresponsible drivers continue to rise.

Last Updated: 23rd March 2018

Local communities called on to undertake a Big Spring Clean

Every Renfrewshire community is being challenged to carry out a clean up of their area as Renfrewshire’s Big Spring Clean was launched yesterday!

Last Updated: 21st March 2018

Workshops shine a light on Renfrewshire women who made their mark on history

A heritage project is examining how Renfrewshire women have been making their mark on history for almost 150 years.

Last Updated: 20th March 2018

Major investment in Paisley 2021 cultural legacy

Plans to build a lasting legacy of Paisley’s bid to be UK City of Culture 2021 are taking a major step forward – with a £500,000 investment to develop the area’s creative sector being revealed.

Last Updated: 20th March 2018

Gig in the Goil kicks off the festival season

Back for the third consecutive year, Argyll Holidays' Gig in the Goil is set to be bigger and better than ever before!

Last Updated: 16th March 2018

Gin 71 is just the tonic for Paisley Food and Drink Festival

The award-winning bar chain, Gin 71, will be at Paisley Food and Drink Festival allowing visitors to sample the very best artisan gins.

Last Updated: 16th March 2018

Paisley Museum receives Scottish Government funding boost

Plans to turn Paisley Museum into a world-class destination showcasing the town’s globally-significant textile heritage and unique collections have been awarded £4m by the Scottish Government.

Last Updated: 13th March 2018

St Mirren stars immortalised at former Love Street stadium

The names have been revealed of the former St Mirren stars to have a street named in their honour in new housing on the site of the club’s old Love Street ground.

Last Updated: 13th March 2018