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Tuesday, May 21

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Renfrewshire housing support service receives "very good" inspection report

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McFarlane Trust Limited underwent an unannounced inspection last month from the Care Inspectorate.

Final section of the Renfrew Bridge has arrived in Renfrewshire

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The north section of the 184-metre cable-stayed twin-leaf bridge has arrived on the River Clyde and will now be installed into place by civil engineers GRAHAM at Dock Street in Clydebank.

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Renfrewshire councillors asked to approve new Dargavel school plan despite serious concerns

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Almost 40 per cent of the 800 Dargavel residents surveyed on the new school say it’s in the wrong location, will create travel chaos and offers a missed opportunity to add secondary school provision within a joint campus.

Monday, May 20

15

Renfrewshire thug who "blatantly" breached court order three times avoids jail

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Sheriff Tom McCartney handed down an alternative to custody but also issued a stern warning.

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Biker, 37, rushed to hospital after crash with motorhome in Renfrewshire

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Police are appealing for information regarding the incident.

Friday, May 17

Renfrewshire care home residents delighted by visit of special alpaca guests

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The facility had some interesting visitors who put plenty of smiles on faces.

Thursday, May 16

15

Striking carers end Renfrewshire Council pay dispute

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The home care staff – who went on strike for five days as part of the GMB throughout April – have voted to accept an offer to increase their grade by two, with the rise backdated to 2020.

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Renfrewshire mum's "fear" after teenage son is targeted in sextortion scam

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Her son was under 16 when criminals lured him into sending intimate pictures of himself before threatening to make them public if he did not send them money

Wednesday, May 15

16

Concerns raised over future of community hall and library in Renfrewshire

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The facilities were closed on a number of days in recent months.

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Renfrewshire Council one of the first in Scotland to fly Palestinian flag

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Elected members of the local authority voted to fly the flag above Renfrewshire House every second month in a bid to show their support for the Palestinian people and their right to self determination.

Friday, May 10

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More than two thirds of survey responses unhappy with Renfrewshire bus services as McGill's hit back

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A consultation – carried out as part of a review of public transport – showed 57 per cent were "very dissatisfied" and 26 per cent were "somewhat dissatisfied" with services.

Thursday, May 9

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Concerns about shape of proposed new head injury service in Renfrewshire

A community-led model of support is in the pipeline to replace the Quarriers head injury service, which will close in June.

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Plans for 135 new council homes in Renfrewshire take "exciting" step forward

Renfrewshire Council has awarded the design and build contracts to McTaggart Construction with public consultation events taking place later in May

Renfrewshire centenarian shares her 111-year life story as part of national project to celebrate women's role in society

Super centenarian Marion Dawson is the first person to be featured in a major new oral histories initiative which seeks to celebrate women’s important role in Scottish towns and villages for the past century

Wednesday, May 8

17

Renfrewshire fire stations could close in latest assault on public services

Police stations in the area are also currently being considered for closure.

Renfrewshire based air cadets named top squadron in Scotland

2175 (Rolls-Royce) Squadron RAF Air Cadets have been named Top Squadron in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Renfrewshire communities given hundreds of opportunities to participate in local festivals

More than 3,500 opportunities were created for children, young people and local groups to take part in events last year organised by Renfrewshire Council.

Paisley school set to be recognised by Renfrewshire councillors for 'exceptional' inspection achievement

A motion will be put forward commending Williamsburgh Primary School for its impressive performance.

Tuesday, May 7

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Renfrewshire's swimmers recognised after prestigious event

A group of 36 swimmers from across the local region took part in this year's Scottish National Age Group Championships (SNAGS).

Friday, May 3

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Renfrewshire firm sews up partnership with luxury design company

Automotive leather maker Bridge of Weir has announced a new partnership with design and engineering consultancy Callum.