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The UK’s winter flu season has begun around five weeks earlier than usual, health officials have warned.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said cases are rising quickly among children and young people, and are expected to spread to older groups soon.
The UK’s winter flu season has begun around five weeks earlier than usual, health officials have warned.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said cases are rising quickly among children and young people, and are expected to spread to older groups soon.
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PACE Theatre Company announces festive show for little ones

PACE Theatre Company has announced its magical festive adventure for children aged five and under, The First Frost, which will be performed in its immersive space at PACE at The Paisley Centre.
PACE Theatre Company announces festive show for little ones
PACE Theatre Company has announced its magical festive adventure for children aged five and under, The First Frost, which will be performed in its immersive space at PACE at The Paisley Centre.
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Former MP Mhairi Black lands first TV acting role in BBC drama filmed in Glasgow

Former Paisley and Renfrewshire South MP Mhairi Black is set to make her television acting debut after being cast in the new BBC One legal drama Counsels.
Former MP Mhairi Black lands first TV acting role in BBC drama filmed in Glasgow
Former Paisley and Renfrewshire South MP Mhairi Black is set to make her television acting debut after being cast in the new BBC One legal drama Counsels.
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Report warns litter is making Scots feel unsafe and embarrassed about their communities

The scale of Scotland’s massive litter problem – and the impact it has on how people feel about their communities – has been revealed by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful at an annual networking…
Report warns litter is making Scots feel unsafe and embarrassed about their communities
The scale of Scotland’s massive litter problem – and the impact it has on how people feel about their communities – has been revealed by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful at an annual networking seminar held yesterday in Glasgow.
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Emergency services attend multi-car crash near Johnstone

Emergency services were called to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on the A737 near the Barrochan Interchange, Johnstone, on Wednesday evening.
Emergency services attend multi-car crash near Johnstone
Emergency services were called to the scene of a multi-vehicle crash on the A737 near the Barrochan Interchange, Johnstone, on Wednesday evening.
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Dobbies to host free children’s workshop on helping winter birds

Children are being invited to a free gardening workshop at Dobbies Braehead on Sunday 2nd November, where they can learn how to help winter birds thrive in their gardens.
Dobbies to host free children’s workshop on helping winter birds
Children are being invited to a free gardening workshop at Dobbies Braehead on Sunday 2nd November, where they can learn how to help winter birds thrive in their gardens.
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New funding to improve GP access in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire

More than £500 million of new funding is being invested to help improve access to GP services across Scotland — including practices in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire.
New funding to improve GP access in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire
More than £500 million of new funding is being invested to help improve access to GP services across Scotland — including practices in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire.
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XSite Braehead is set for an exciting transformation as GRID launches later this year, introducing world-class attractions including e-karting, gymnastics, and Heavenly Desserts, alongside new dining, entertainment, and leisure experiences that promise fun and unforgettable memories for everyone.
XSite Braehead to be transformed as GRID brings new entertainment experience in 2026
A dynamic new look and a host of exciting new leisure experiences are coming to entertainment destination XSite Braehead.
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Houston’s B and Pockets E remain unbeaten in Paisley Burgh Pool League

Two teams continue to dominate their respective divisions in the Paisley Burgh Pool League, as Houston’s B and Pockets E extended their unbeaten runs after the latest round of matches.
Houston’s B and Pockets E remain unbeaten in Paisley Burgh Pool League
Two teams continue to dominate their respective divisions in the Paisley Burgh Pool League, as Houston’s B and Pockets E extended their unbeaten runs after the latest round of matches.
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Sanctuary Scotland announces start date for £14m affordable housing project in Renfrewshire

A new £14 million affordable housing development is set to transform a site in the heart of Braehead, bringing 56 modern homes to Renfrewshire.
Sanctuary Scotland announces start date for £14m affordable housing project in Renfrewshire
A new £14 million affordable housing development is set to transform a site in the heart of Braehead, bringing 56 modern homes to Renfrewshire.
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Salvation Army to host community Christmas market in Renfrew

The festive season is almost here — and the Salvation Army is kicking things off in Renfrew with a special Community Christmas Market on Saturday 8th November 2025 from 12pm to 7pm.
Salvation Army to host community Christmas market in Renfrew
The festive season is almost here — and the Salvation Army is kicking things off in Renfrew with a special Community Christmas Market on Saturday 8th November 2025 from 12pm to 7pm.
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Renfrewshire hosts national Scottish Youth Parliament sitting

Young people from across Scotland gathered in Paisley Town Hall for the latest sitting of the Scottish Youth Parliament.
Renfrewshire hosts national Scottish Youth Parliament sitting
Young people from across Scotland gathered in Paisley Town Hall for the latest sitting of the Scottish Youth Parliament.
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Stargazing with Paisley and District u3a

Star gazers are in for a treat when Coats Observatory officer and science curator, John Pressly, visits Paisley and District u3a to share his knowledge of the night sky.
Stargazing with Paisley and District u3a
Star gazers are in for a treat when Coats Observatory officer and science curator, John Pressly, visits Paisley and District u3a to share his knowledge of the night sky.
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Active Communities welcomes new Chairperson

Renfrewshire-based charity Active Communities has appointed Susie Paterson as the new Chairperson of its Board of Trustees.
Active Communities welcomes new Chairperson
Renfrewshire-based charity Active Communities has appointed Susie Paterson as the new Chairperson of its Board of Trustees.
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Reptile encounter brings a wild twist to Linwood’s Halloween night

Families looking to make their trick-or-treat night extra memorable are in for a frightful treat in Linwood this Halloween, as local pet shop Proexotics hosts a free reptile handling session.
Reptile encounter brings a wild twist to Linwood’s Halloween night
Families looking to make their trick-or-treat night extra memorable are in for a frightful treat in Linwood this Halloween, as local pet shop Proexotics hosts a free reptile handling session.
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