The Gazette (Johnstone & Renfrewshire)

2 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Emily Moore

Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is undertaking overnight work on the A898 from 8pm on Saturday, May 17, to 6am on Sunday, May 18. The work will require a full closure of the northbound carriageway, with a signed diversion route in place. ❗️ TOTAL NORTHBOUND CLOSURE ❗️Resurfacing trial on the #A898 Erskine Bridge from 8pm on Saturday 17 May until 6am on Sunday 18 May 2025.

3 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Eszter Tárnai

The force revealed that Ferguslie Park police station will be disposed of, following a consultation. A spokesperson explained the site has not been open to the public for over ten years and response officers have always been based in Paisley police station. They assured people there will be no change in how incidents are responded to or the level of service provided to the local community.

4 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Jack Thomson

Elected members are expected to note the strengths of Mossvale Primary School and Early Learning and Childcare Class (ELCC) at the council’s education and children’s services policy board on Thursday after their performance in an Education Scotland inspection. Councillor Ben Smith, a Labour representative for Paisley Northwest, applauded the facility as he reflected on the findings which were published last month.

4 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Jack Thomson

That point has been emphasised by Janie O’Neill, director of children’s services, in the local authority’s improvement plan for her team for the next three years. Councillors will be asked to approve the document, which outlines priorities, the budget position and direction for 2025 to 2028, at the education and children’s services policy board later this week.

6 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Jack Thomson

Stock image of pub (Image: Newsquest) Cops have dealt with dozens of incidents – including reports of disorder and theft – at licensed premises in Renfrewshire in recent months. A total of 42 incidents were responded to by Police Scotland between Tuesday, March 18, and Monday, April 28, according to new figures. Sixteen related to unrest at licensed premises in Paisley town centre after patrons caused a disturbance over being refused entry or ejected by staff.