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December 27, 2018

A day in the life of a Renfrewshire gritter driver

Snow is falling outside; the presents are wrapped under the tree and a family favourite is just about to begin on tv – then the phone […]
December 27, 2018

Residents urged to seek debt advice before January bills come in

People who are worried about post-Christmas debt are being urged to get help now before their bills start arriving in January. At least a third of […]
December 27, 2018

Local talent continues to thrive in Renfrewshire

Almost 30 projects have been supported in 2018 through Renfrewshire’s Culture, Heritage and Events Fund – including a two-day music festival, a mini Mela and jewellery […]
December 24, 2018

Festive events bring winter warmth to Renfrewshire

Paisley businesses have hailed a multi-million economic boost thanks to major events this winter. A new economic impact study has found that three Renfrewshire Council events […]
December 24, 2018

Beat the deadline for the next round of Renfrewshire’s Community Empowerment Fund

Communities across Renfrewshire are being urged to submit their applications for the Community Empowerment Fund before the next deadline of 16 January 2019. The £1.5million fund […]
December 24, 2018

Community Connectors project helps more than 1,000 people and counting across Renfrewshire (Case study inc.)

More than 1,000 people across Renfrewshire have been helped by a project which issues ‘cultural and social prescriptions’. The Community Connectors programme also aims to free […]
December 21, 2018

Think recycling this Christmas

Residents are being reminded to recycle this Christmas with extra waste expected to be created over the festive period. With gifts being wrapped up and exchanged, […]
December 20, 2018

Renfrewshire Food Bank launches donations appeal after introduction of Universal Credit

Renfrewshire Food Bank has issued a plea for donations to help people who are struggling following the introduction of Universal Credit. Universal Credit was introduced in […]
December 20, 2018

Praise for frontline workers as festive period approaches

Renfrewshire Council Leader Iain Nicolson has praised the dedication of the frontline workers who undertake essential services during the festive period. From the gritter drivers keeping […]