News from Paisley

Source: Paisley Daily Express / Daily Record1 Aug 2026

Vile Nazi salute thug exposed as serial stalker and abuser

Ryan Marshall was pictured making the “sieg heil” gesture at the Unite the Clans rally in Glasgow last Saturday, which resulted in at least 15 arrests.

Drivers warned of month-long disruption as resurfacing works begin in Paisley town centre

Drivers in Paisley town centre are advised to plan for disruptions due to resurfacing works throughout August, starting from the 4th. High Street will undergo improvements with traffic lights, road closures, and...

Source: Paisley Photographs1 Aug 2026

Football

Thorn Athletic welcome Kilsyth Rangers after winning opening two matches

Thorn Athletic will play their first home match of the season when they welcome Kilsyth Rangers on Saturday. The Johsntone side have made a perfect start to their campaign despite beginning with two away matches. Thorn...

Football

Renfrew win appeal against Kieran Healy red card ahead of Cumbernauld Colts trip

Renfrew FC have successfully appealed the straight red card shown to Kieran Healy during Wednesday night’s 4-1 defeat to Pollok. Healy was sent off in the 55th minute at New Western Park, leaving Renfrew to play...

Fugitive gangster is drink-drive killer who hit man in 91mph crash

Callum Fox was hunted by police after they discovered £800,000 of drugs at a flat in Paisley in 2022.

Source: BBC News31 Jul 2026

easyJet growth continues as more aircraft, routes, and passengers take off from Glasgow

easyJet has welcomed a seventh aircraft to its Glasgow base, supporting 400 jobs and enabling new summer routes to Pisa, Malta and Sharm El Sheikh as the airline operates its biggest ever season from Scotland.

Popular Glasgow cafe set to open new foodie spot at Braehead Shopping Centre

A much-loved Glasgow cafe is set to open a new spot at Braehead Shopping Centre.

Reopening date revealed for popular Renfrew deli

The reopening date has been revealed for a deli in Renfrew.

events

Spirit of Scottish film Local Hero to come alive at Hoolie in the Hydro

Beloved Orcadian band The Chair and the incredible Blazin’ Fiddles will each make their Hoolie debuts, having racked up half a century on the Scottish trad scene between them.

Source: Paisley Daily Express / Daily Record31 Jul 2026

Chilling images show murder-suicide couple enjoying day out at shooting range

The bodies of Jim Mair and his wife Stacy were found in a cottage in Houston, Renfrewshire, on July 27.

Court News

Renfrew man tried to rob shopkeeper of £15,000 after casino visit

A gambler in debt tried to rob a shopkeeper of cash after visiting a casino. Lewis Cavanagh, 33, pounced on Taj Muhammad at Taj Newsagent in Glasgow’s Cessnock on 22nd September 2025. Glasgow Sheriff Court heard...

Braehead

Police carry out patrols at Braehead to tackle retail crime

Police officers are carrying out regular patrols at Braehead as part of efforts to tackle retail crime and shoplifting in Renfrewshire. Divisional officers regularly carry out both high-visibility and plain-clothes...

Paisley artist hands in major new work for Big Art Show 2026

The submission comes as The Art Department gears up for the Big Art Show 2026, one of Scotland's largest open-entry art exhibitions. First launched in 2022, the show has grown fast

Source: Paisley Daily Express / Daily Record31 Jul 2026

Fugitive gangster who fled to Spain after £800k Paisley drugs bust is jailed

Callum Fox, a prisoner of Low Moss, has been sentenced again.

Court News

Callum Fox jailed for five years for directing serious and organised crime

Twenty-nine-year-old Callum Fox, from Paisley, has been sentenced to five years in prison for his part in directing serious and organised crime. Fox was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh following an investigation...

Missing Person

Safdar Hanif, 16, sighted in Paisley as police continue missing person enquiries

Police are continuing enquiries to trace missing 16-year-old Safdar Hanif after he was sighted in Paisley. Safdar is missing from Edinburgh and has also been seen on a bus in Glasgow city centre. Police have released a...

Popular Scottish restaurant brand coming to Braehead Shopping Centre

Signs for popular restaurant Maki and Ramen have appeared at Braehead, taking over the former Stack and Still unit.

events

What's On This Week: Live Music Round-Up in Paisley and Renfrewshire

From Ska Face and The Sensational Alex Harvey Band Experience at The Bungalow to a Taylor Swift tribute show, this week's live music round-up covers gigs, open mics and regular sessions at venues across Paisley and Renfrewshire.

Paisley man jailed for £800k drug operation after fleeing to Spain

A Paisley man has been jailed for his part in an £800,000 drugs operation.

Three new destinations as airline at Glasgow Airport adds new plane to its fleet

EasyJet is launching three new routes from Glasgow this summer thanks to the addition of a new plane to their fleet.

Source: Paisley Daily Express / Daily Record31 Jul 2026

Fugitive Scottish mobster jailed over £15m drugs and dirty cash operation

John Gray, 53, was lifted at Glasgow Airport in March after fleeing Scotland for Dubai.

Safe Holiday Posting Tips to Protect Your Home

We all love sharing holiday photos, but posting in real-time could alert criminals that your home is empty. It also puts you at greater risk of identity theft if your personal details or travel plans are shared publicly....

Source: Paisley Photographs31 Jul 2026

Looking to Sell or Rent Out a Property? We'd Love to Hear From You

Let's help more people find their next home while giving your properties the local exposure they deserve.

Source: Paisley.org.uk30 Jul 2026

Can You Help Us Connect Local People with Local Jobs?

Whether you're looking to advertise vacancies, promote your recruitment services, or help us grow our jobs platform, we'd be delighted to have a chat.

Source: Paisley.org.uk30 Jul 2026

End-of-Month Warning for Shoppers as Phoenix Retail Park Faces Lengthy Traffic Delays

Motorists heading to the Phoenix Retail Park in Linwood this weekend are advised to prepare for significant delays. Due to a temporary single-lane traffic layout at a nearby roundabout and limited exit routes, drivers...

Source: Paisley Photographs30 Jul 2026

Dragons Bring Ladyburn Street to a Standstill for New Chinese Takeaway Opening

A vibrant dragon performance in Paisley marked the grand opening of Canton Express, a new family-run Chinese takeaway. This lively event captivated local residents and passers-by, creating a festive atmosphere. Canton...

Source: Paisley Photographs30 Jul 2026

Source: Paisley Daily Express / Daily Record29 Jul 2026

Husband of woman murdered at remote cottage was facing domestic abuse charges

Jim Mair, 43, had appeared at Paisley Sheriff Court just three weeks ago.

Husband of murdered Renfrewshire woman had appeared in court weeks before deaths

Jim Mair husband of Stacy Mair whose death is now being treated as murder had appeared in court just weeks before the couple were found dead.

Source: Paisley Photographs29 Jul 2026

Cyclist Stopped After Being Spotted Riding on the M8 Motorway

A cyclist was stopped by Road Policing officers after being spotted riding along the M8 motorway in Glasgow on Tuesday, 28 July 2026. Police Scotland’s Road Policing Unit shared details of the incident on social...

Source: Paisley Photographs29 Jul 2026