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This Week in Johnstone

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Council

Former Houston Court store demolished in Johnstone

Former Houston Court store demolished in Johnstone  Renfrewshire 24 News

Renfrewshire 24 News·5d ago
News

Man arrested after Johnstone BMW 3 Series destroyed in 'deliberate' overnight fire attack

The 43-year-old is due to appear in court on Monday.

Glasgow Live·3 Oct
News

Family car torched as police probe 'wilful' overnight fire attack

The burnt-out remains of the BMW are surrounded by police tape on Buchanan Street, Johnstone.

Glasgow Live·1 Oct
News

Mum of girl who died on floor wins policy change after emergency crews 'argued' over body

Lucy Grant died at the age of 17 after suffering an epileptic seizure at her house in Johnstone on April 15, 2025.

Glasgow Live·1 Oct
Council

Appeal over Johnstone housing proposal rejected

Appeal over Johnstone housing proposal rejected  renfrewshire24.co.uk

renfrewshire24.co.uk·29 Sept
News

Johnstone man left cat to suffer after failing to get vet treatment for broken leg

Francis McEwan's cat Oreo, was left in agonising pain due to its injury.

Glasgow Live·29 Sept
Council

Historic Johnstone business honoured as it marks 100th anniversary

Historic Johnstone business honoured as it marks 100th anniversary  Renfrewshire Gazette

Renfrewshire Gazette·29 Sept
News

Man falls from window trying to escape from men 'with weapons' in Johnstone

Emergency services attended and the man was taken to the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley.

Glasgow Live·17 Sept
News

Impact of premature birth on children needs to be recognised in Glasgow schools, says councillor

Labour councillor Lilith Johnstone has scheduled a motion for this Thursday’s full council meeting asking members to recognise how, according to Public Health Scotland, pre-term birth rates have conti

Glasgow Live·14 Sept
News

Glasgow man who 'couldn't hold down jobs because of drinking' turns life around

Gregor Johnstone says a stay in a psychiatric hospital was a turning point for him.

Glasgow Live·10 Sept
News

St Johnstone starlet enjoys dream few months after exam results and debut

Midfielder Jack Robertson, who attended Morrison's Academy, secured top results both on and off the pitch.

Daily Record·18 Aug
Council

Johnstone set to heat up as the Fire Engine Rally returns to the town for the first time since 2019

Johnstone set to heat up as the Fire Engine Rally returns to the town for the first time since 2019  Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce

Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce·14 Aug
News

Motherwell MP Pamela Nash calling for town's Johnstone House to stay open following DWP closure proposals

The building on Airbles Road is currently a base for around 500 members of DWP staff.

Daily Record·6 Jul
News

Rutherglen Rotary Club raised over £3000 for good causes at annual plant fair

The United Reformed Church on Johnstone Drive was once again the venue.

Daily Record·24 Jun
Council

Johnstone residents invited to have their say on future of town’s schools

Johnstone residents invited to have their say on future of town’s schools  renfrewshire24.co.uk

renfrewshire24.co.uk·13 Jun
News

Former Johnstone food store demolition set to begin next month

Exciting news for Johnstone! That old food store on Church Street is finally getting a makeover. Demolition is set to kick off next month, paving the way for something new in our town centre.

Renfrewshire Gazette·12 Jun
Council

Former Houston Court food store to be demolished as Johnstone regeneration plans move forward

Former Houston Court food store to be demolished as Johnstone regeneration plans move forward  renfrewshire24.co.uk

renfrewshire24.co.uk·11 Jun
Council

Renfrewshire Council secures £850,000 Scottish Government funding to progress Johnstone Town Centre Vision

Renfrewshire Council secures £850,000 Scottish Government funding to progress Johnstone Town Centre Vision  Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce

Renfrewshire Chamber of Commerce·27 May
News

Thug given two-year football banning order after rival fans ambushed in Airdrie pub

Nathan Dunsmore and fellow Airdrieonians supporters confronted St Johnstone fans before a Scottish Cup tie.

Daily Record·20 May
Council

Calls for action over reduced opening hours at Johnstone Swimming Pool

Calls for action over reduced opening hours at Johnstone Swimming Pool  renfrewshire24.co.uk

renfrewshire24.co.uk·13 May
News

Young cat in agony from broken pelvis found seeking refuge behind Johnstone garden shed

Once she has fully recovered, it is understood that little Poppy will be looking for a new home.

Glasgow Live·12 May
News

Glasgow charity walk to be held in honour of Celtic legend Jimmy ‘Jinky’ Johnstone

The Celtic FC Foundation and MND Scotland will jointly host "Jinky’s Journey" on May 4 to remember the life and legacy of the club legend who died in 2006.

Glasgow Live·24 Apr
Planning

Request to part discharge suspensive aspect of Condition 2, 25/0972/PP

Good news for homeowners at 14A Thornhill in Johnstone! It looks like there's progress on a planning condition, and we'll be keeping an eye on the decision from Renfrewshire Council. This is all happening right here in Ward 8!

Renfrewshire Council Planning·24 Mar
Planning

Treeworks including crown reduction to 2x trees and removal of storm damaged limb to 1 x tree

Good news for residents of Linn Park Gardens, as Renfrewshire Council is currently reviewing plans for essential treeworks. This includes work on two trees and the removal of a storm-damaged limb, all within our local PA5 postcode. We'll be keeping an eye on the decision for this TPO application!

Renfrewshire Council Planning·24 Mar
Council

Renfrewshire Council confirms it wants to close schools in Johnstone

Renfrewshire Council confirms it wants to close schools in Johnstone  Daily Record

Daily Record·30 Oct