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Astronauts touch down for Renfrewshire space school

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Astronauts touch down for Renfrewshire space school A team of former NASA astronauts, trainers and scientists have touched down in Paisley to run an exclusive one-week space school for 200 young people. Mission Discovery is an international educational programme which has never before been brought to Scotland. Renfrewshire school pupils from S3-S5 will be the
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City Deal means double jobs boost for Renfrewshire

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City Deal means double jobs boost for Renfrewshire Unemployed people in Renfrewshire can look forward to doubling their chances of landing a job thanks to the £1.13billion City Deal investment package agreed last week. Councillor Mark Macmillan, Leader of Renfrewshire Council, said, “The City Deal focuses on 20 major infrastructure projects across the Clyde Valley.
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Countdown is on to Sma Shot Day

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Countdown is on to Sma Shot Day The first big date in Renfrewshire’s summer town centre events calendar arrives at the weekend with the return of family favourite Sma’ Shot Day. The popular annual event – one of the oldest workers’ festivals in the world – will take place on Saturday 5 July in the
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Sma’ Shot Day Charleston Drummer Promotes Miscarriage Support

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Sma’ Shot Day Charleston Drummer Promotes Miscarriage Support Leading the Sma’ Shot procession from Brodie Park to Abbey Close 2014 will be Charleston Drummer, Tony Lawler. Tony will be modelling our new look Miscarriage Support tee-shirt on the day to help promote the counselling work that we do in aid of women and families Scotland-wide.
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Renfrewshire’s education ‘big three’ launch mission for young scientists

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Renfrewshire’s education ‘big three’ launch mission for young scientists Renfrewshire’s three big education providers have teamed up to blast off the careers of future astronauts and scientists. West College Scotland and University of the West of Scotland (UWS) have signed up with Renfrewshire Council as the two top sponsors of Mission Discovery, a unique space
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Folk stars Lau set to perform at Paisley Town Hall

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Folk stars Lau set to perform at Paisley Town Hall Named ‘Best Group’ at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards for three years running (2008 – 2010) and widely regarded as one of the most innovative bands on the modern folk music scene, LAU will play live at Paisley Town Hall on 22 June. LAU
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Johnstone housing campaigner receives BEM

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Johnstone housing campaigner receives BEM A Johnstone woman has been presented with the BEM (British Empire Medal) in recognition of her campaigning efforts on behalf of social housing tenants. Nanette Reid, from Johnstone, was presented her medal and certificate by Lord-Lieutenant Guy Clark, the Queen’s representative in Renfrewshire, at a special ceremony held in Renfrewshire
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Soak up all the fun of the fair with the Singing Kettle at Paisley Town Hall

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Soak up all the fun of the fair with the Singing Kettle at Paisley Town Hall Join Anya, Kevin and Gary for the Singing Kettle’s latest adventure to the Fantastic Funfair on Sunday 11 May. Set in the neon coloured world of Big Wheels, Merry-Go-Rounds and Helter Skelters, The Singing Kettle’s Fantastic Funfair is the latest offering from the firm
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Stars take to home-town stage for Gerry Rafferty tribute

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A star-studded line-up led a powerful musical tribute to Paisley songwriting legend Gerry Rafferty during a unique event to honour the singer in his home town. Paisley Town Hall provided a spectacular setting as a spellbound capacity crowd was treated to an evening of Gerry’s greatest hits by his family, friends and fans. The show
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Regeneration experts discuss Paisley transformation plans

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Regeneration experts discuss Paisley transformation plans. Experts on regeneration from around the UK visited Paisley to consider how ambitious proposals to transform the town can be brought to life. Earlier this year, Renfrewshire Council published plans for a multi-million pound investment to harness the power of the town’s rich heritage to drive tourism.   If