Statement from Grant Mason, Chief Executive, PACE Theatre Company Ltd. “After careful consideration, we must reluctantly confirm that there will be no PACE Theatre Company panto for Christmas 2021. “Regrettably, there are a number of factors that mean it is not viable for us to produce our annual panto this year. Paisley Arts Centre, our home […]
Read MoreA toddler grandson has been the inspiration behind a new children’s book launched this week. Former newspaper editor, Norman Macdonald used to make up bedtime stories about his grandparents’ dog, called Princey that he would tell his children when they were young. And after his daughter, Layna became a mum almost two years ago, she […]
Read More£60,000 award from Museum Galleries Scotland will support creation of exciting displays when the new-look Paisley Museum opens. A £60,000 grant has been secured to tell the story of Paisley’s world-renowned shawls in exciting displays to be created in the town’s transformed museum. Museum Galleries Scotland (MSG) has awarded the money to Paisley Museum Reimagined […]
Read MoreIn the first of a series of revelatory interviews with local proprietors, Jason Smith from Gantry Paisley talks about his fervent support of his fellow independent traders, Paisley’s finest pub grub and the promising future of the town’s nightlife sector At every opportunity, you’ve leapt at the chance to champion local enterprise. How did this […]
Read MoreLocal residents are being asked what actions they believe are required to ensure Renfrewshire reaches its ambitious aim of being net-zero by 2030. Following the declaration of a climate emergency in 2019, Renfrewshire Council has been working to set out the programme of actions required by the council, communities, businesses and partners to meet this […]
Read MoreFamilies and young people across Renfrewshire will benefit from 14 fully renewed play parks should councillors approve the plans this week. As part of a two-year, £1.25million investment by Renfrewshire Council, plans have been drawn up to renovate 14 play parks in Renfrewshire – one in each local ward area. Brand-new play equipment would replace […]
Read MoreA new scheme is being launched which will help 60 young people from across Greater Glasgow and Clyde into jobs in healthcare. The Kickstart Scheme is a partnership between NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and Renfrewshire Council employability service, Invest in Renfrewshire, and will provide support for 16 to 24 year olds who are in […]
Read MoreHundreds of volunteers from across Renfrewshire are set to make it a Spotless September once again. They will head out into their communities to brighten up the area where they live. Volunteers are encouraged to take part as often as they can throughout the month-long event. Whether that’s ten minutes round the block or an […]
Read MoreTake a closer look inside Renfrewshire’s amazing buildings on Doors Open Days 2021. Spectacular churches, a family-friendly farm and the residence of Paisley’s most famous poet are just a few of the intriguing locations visitors can experience as part of Renfrewshire’s Doors Open Days. This year’s events will see participating venues open their doors for […]
Read MoreRenfrewshire Council Chief Executive Sandra Black, who was responsible for the organisation’s role in the recent Paisley bid for UK City of Culture and for the delivery of Renfrewshire’s City Deal investment, has announced her retirement. Sandra has worked in public service for almost 40 years and has been responsible for leading the council’s emergency […]
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