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Johnstone Burgh reach quarter finals with 1-0 win over Dundee Violet

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Hagg A and Bishopton Social Club stay on top after Monday night darts

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Stevie Robertson and Marc Hendry share 3–3 final in Pockets Flyer event

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Johnstone Burgh cruise to 5-0 win at Glenafton Athletic

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Hagg Bar Trophy group stage leaders emerge after Monday night action

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Johnstone Burgh roar back to beat Largs Thistle 3–1 at Keanie Park

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Club 69 to take centre stage with electronic music night at Paisley Arts Festival

Club 69 will take centre stage at the inaugural Paisley Arts Festival with a major electronic music event on Saturday 28th March 2026.

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