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Special show weaves its magic for Tannahill’s descendants

THREE generations of the family of Paisley poet Robert Tannahill came together for a special show.Read

‘Dancing was mum’s life ... it was her work, her hobby and her passion’

TRIBUTES have been paid to a much-loved gran who taught generations of children across Renfrewshire to dance.Read

I was heavily pregnant when I noticed the lump. I was absolutely devastated

BEING diagnosed with breast cancer is a nightmare for any woman – but the trauma was truly devastating for mother- of-two Jean Gallagher as she found a lump while she was heavily pregnant.Read

Gaffer Gus is up on his rivals

ST MIRREN manager Gus MacPherson left the competition ‘green’ with envy during a testimonial golf day – by bagging a hole in one.Read

Dance, laugh... and get thinking at festival

A FESTIVAL which aims to use the arts to challenge people’s attitudes towards mental health will be launched in Paisley today.Read

Half-marathon debut is a sweet success for Julie

A CARING mum has told how she had to end her love affair with chocolate so she could get her teeth into a charity challenge.Read

Nichola paints a super supper

LEGAL eagle Nichola McAtier has cooked up plenty of interest with her version of Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, The Last Supper.Read

Love Where You Live - and send us your pictures

We know how proud you are of Lanarkshire.Read

Legal eagle lands toughest challenge

IT’S amazing what you can achieve in the space of 16 hours – just ask daredevil lawyer Charlie McCusker!Read

Paolo books in to roar out against racism

SINGING sensation Paolo Nutini will give his backing to a high-profile campaign to stamp out racism by headlining a special gig next month.Read

Air cadets wing round island ... on bicycles!

ARMED with a bike, compass and map, youngsters from Paisley air cadets were sent off to explore a Scottish island in a contest against neighbouring squadrons.Read

It's Champagne and flowers as Jessie hits 100!

IT was a family affair for Jessie Murray as she got her glad-rags on to celebrate a remarkable milestone.Read

David's only 16... but he can lift 27 stone

THE world’s strongest schoolboy has smashed another THREE records – despite moving up a weight category.Read

That's great, Altern8!

A BUSINESSMAN more used to computers and keyboards has got involved with the world of glitter and dance by sponsoring a talented schoolgirl.Read

Would National Service change young thugs?

BUDDIES reckon a return to the days of National Service could be the answer to our growing yob culture.Read

Atten-shun, class!

SCHOOLKIDS will learn an important lesson about healthy eating this week – thanks to the Royal Marines.Read

Concert will coin-in cash for ACCORD Hospice

MUSIC lovers are in for a special treat when talented singer- songwriter Maeve O’Boyle performs at Paisley Town Hall.Read

Charity shops are strum-thing special

THERE’S a lot to take note of at a chain of charity shops.Read

Air cadet's 100-mile march challenge

HIGH-FLYING Paisley teenager Mark Grant walked 100 miles – but he didn’t want to walk 100 more.Read

Painting Paisley in a positive light

LOOKING at artist Irene Wilson’s work is like taking a trip back in time through old Paisley – and then jumping back to the present day.Read

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