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Published: 9 Sep 2010 09:30
Boys’ Brigade child abuse beast
A BOYS’ Brigade superintendent and church Sunday school helper has been convicted of abusing a child over several years by tying him up naked with ropes, pinning him to the ground and plying him with alcohol.
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Published: 9 Sep 2010 09:30
A LINWOOD mechanic who was just seconds from death has spoken of his gratitude to the neighbours that saved his life.
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Published: 9 Sep 2010 09:30
RELIEVED Renfrew boss Dougie Mitchell was delighted to see his side secure their second league win – but admitted their sloppy defending made it a nervy afternoon.
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Published: 2 Sep 2010 09:30
Residents raise cash for funeral
A SHOCKED community has rallied round to raise vital cash to hold a funeral for a dad who died after an alleged attack.
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Published: 2 Sep 2010 09:30
A DESPERATE mum has renewed hope for her son’s safe return — six months after he disappeared.
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Published: 2 Sep 2010 09:30
Frew campaign hits the buffers
WESTERN Park assistant Colin Cameron insisted Renfrew’s misfiring side must improve in front of goal after seeing them waste a string of chances.
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Published: 26 Aug 2010 09:30
Train death boy's family tribute
A DEVASTATED family has paid tribute to their teenage son whose ‘world was his oyster’.
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Published: 26 Aug 2010 09:30
THIS beauty is hoping to be the queen of green when she takes part in a national competition.
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Published: 26 Aug 2010 09:30
RENFREW keeper Kevin Bell couldn’t hide his delight at silencing the Clydebank boo boys as he kept his old club at bay.
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Published: 19 Aug 2010 09:30
2 boys in dock on murder charge
TWO boys have been charged with murdering a man by kicking and stamping on his head and body.
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Published: 19 Aug 2010 09:30
A RENFREW man has been charged with attempted murder following an attack on Paisley Road.
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Published: 19 Aug 2010 09:30
WE’RE LEVEN POOR FORM BEHIND US
GEORGE Walker saw his second-rate side slip to a heavy defeat – but promised the Burgh will be ready to get their league campaign off to a flying start.
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Published: 11 Aug 2010 09:30
Shop boss pays tribute to tragic street ‘attack’ dad
THE family of a man who died in an alleged attack can’t afford to have his body flown home.
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Published: 11 Aug 2010 09:30
The leader of Renfrewshire Council has announced that he will step down if his bid to become an MSP is successful.
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Published: 11 Aug 2010 09:30
GRAHAM Mort marked his return to Renfrew with a deadly double to give them their first win in the Sectional League Cup group stage.
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Published: 4 Aug 2010 09:30
TWO Renfrewshire prospects, who both have a fighting chance of future Commonwealth Games selection, are being whisked off to India to watch the world's best sports stars compete.
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Published: 4 Aug 2010 09:30
WIN YOUR CHANCE TO TAKE TO THE CATWALK IN A MAJOR FASHION EVENT
COULD you be the next top model?
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Published: 4 Aug 2010 09:30
A LINWOOD mum has spoken of her heartbreak after losing her husband and three month old baby within days of each other.
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Published: 4 Aug 2010 09:30
THERE are fears Johnstone could be swarmed with dodgy notes after a haul of allegedly fake £20 notes were found in the town.
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Published: 3 Aug 2010 09:30
It’s not surprising that we can get into the habit of trying to mould ourselves to what’s out there – a disempowering approach, which can seriously knock our self-esteem. But it doesn’t need to be this way.
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Published: 3 Aug 2010 09:30
Tired? – 1 in 4 of us are working without a break
It was reported today by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy that 1 in 4 workers are not exercising their rights to take rest breaks during the day. The Society said that long hours could pose “serious risks” to health and may lead to huge costs for employers.
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Published: 3 Aug 2010 09:30
If you are reading this article, then it is most likely that you’ve been invited to attend a second interview. So what’s next? There is still some work to be done before you can prove you’re the ideal candidate. Nevertheless, you can be proud of yourself for what you’ve achieved so far – managing to sell yourself to your prospective employer.
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Published: 2 Aug 2010 11:22
NEIGHBOURS have told of their shock after police swooped on their quiet street in a £200k drugs bust.
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Published: 2 Aug 2010 11:21
A BLAZE that ripped through a golf club locker room has destroyed thousands of pounds worth of equipment.
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Published: 2 Aug 2010 11:19
A LOCAL schoolgirl is proving a hit on the catwalk as the only Scottish finalist in a prestigious London modelling competition.
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Published: 28 Jul 2010 08:00
“I’m working from home today!”
A few years ago, if a colleague said they were working from home, you can bet there would be a number of people rolling their eyes in disbelief: after all, working from home was nothing more than a euphemism for “I had a few too many last night and I’m not feeling great – the sofa’s by the computer and the phone’s in my pocket…”
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Published: 28 Jul 2010 08:00
Will unpaid overtime keep your job safe?
With current employment uncertainty, it’s only natural to want to protect yourself against redundancy. But if you’re always the first to give up your lunch break, the first to come in early and the last to leave every night, it could be that you’re being taken advantage of.
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Published: 27 Jul 2010 09:30
Advice for Mums returning to work
With all the negative press about the state of the economy and the resulting increase in unemployment, it is not surprising that mums currently on career breaks are “conditioned” into thinking and accepting that a return to work in the current climate will be tough if not unachievable. Majella Wilkins from Return2WorkMums offers advice to those who have taken a career break and want to get back into employment.
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Published: 22 Jul 2010 09:27
A DISTRAUGHT four-year-old boy looked on in horror as his brave dad was slashed across the face.
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Published: 22 Jul 2010 09:24
A RENFREW man has been left fighting for his life after he was allegedly stabbed in the town.
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