West Lothian brass band hits all the right notes to win Scottish Championship It was a second successive victory for the band Daily Record · Mar 14, 2023
The notorious West Lothian gala day riot that shut down popular club 20 years ago Back in the 1990s, the town of Whitburn in West Lothian was a bustling place to be in the evenings, with four different nightclubs to choose from - until one night ruined it for one club. Edinburgh Live · Mar 14, 2023
West Lothian man arrested and charged in connection with serious assault The incident took place on March 8 at around 4.35pm. Daily Record · Mar 14, 2023
Livingston boss admits skipper looks set for summer exit The 29-year-old full-back has spent four years in West Lothian but David Martindale all but confirmed he'll be moving on. Daily Record · Mar 14, 2023
Popular West Lothian farm attraction closing and animals 'dispersed' due to budget cuts Hundreds of animals are to be "dispersed" over the summer following the sad announcement made by the council last week. Several visitors over the weekend also noticed a note on a whiteboard informing them of the decision Edinburgh Live · Mar 13, 2023
West Lothian gran thought she would never see dog again after it got buried alive There wasn't any hope and the devastated dog owner believed Ronnie was dead until local dog maverick Hazel Gowans was called out and swooped into action. Edinburgh Live · Mar 13, 2023
West Lothian father-of-four jailed for five years for sex attack that left victim 'scared to leave the house' Aidan O'Connor, 27, has been jailed for five years after being found guilty of raping a woman in Bathgate in 2019 Daily Record · Mar 13, 2023
West Lothian woman in stitches as flock of sheep appear on her doorbell camera One local resident was travelling back home in her car and spotted the four-legged farm friends having a wee wander around the streets - and snapped a few photos. Edinburgh Live · Mar 13, 2023
West Lothian baby graves to be protected from flooding after winter damage Bathgate cemetery's baby section was damaged by flooding over the Christmas period but a new defensive wall should stop the most serious flooding. Daily Record · Mar 13, 2023
Lewis Capaldi has fans in stitches with Prince Harry 'tell all' Netflix comparison The West Lothian singer-songwriter has amused his followers in his latest response to his 'tell-all documentary' on Netflix, titled How I'm Feeling Now', as he poked fun at Prince Harry. Edinburgh Live · Mar 10, 2023
West Lothian Love Island star Paige Turley updates fans on marathon training The local social media influencer is currently raising money for mental health, while training for a half marathon in London - and she has shared an update to her followers. Edinburgh Live · Mar 10, 2023
West Lothian baby graves to be protected from flooding after winter damage Bathgate cemetery's baby section was damaged by flooding over the Christmas holidays. Now a new defensive wall should stop all but the most serious flooding from the Bathgate Water Edinburgh Live · Mar 10, 2023
Terrified West Lothian schoolgirl left shaken after being robbed by tanned woman Detectives are now appealing for information following the robbery of the 14-year-old teen in Livingston - the victim was uninjured but left shaken by the incident. Edinburgh Live · Mar 10, 2023
Angry West Lothian neighbours say new flats will 'destroy their privacy' Bathgate residents will lose a tree belt and see flats looking down into their gardens if housing plans for a former abattoir site go ahead, say objectors Edinburgh Live · Mar 9, 2023
Daily Record · Mar 9, 2023 David Martindale pays tribute to former club chairman Bill Hunter and recalls first meeting Hunter, who moved Meadowbank Thistle to Livingston in 1995 paving the way for a professional football team in the town, passed away earlier this month.
Daily Record · Mar 9, 2023 'Lessons will be learned' admit West Lothian Council over Christmas bin uplifts Bin uplifts over the Christmas period were hit by bad weather, staff shortages and increased waste.
Edinburgh Live · Mar 9, 2023 Lewis Capaldi announces Netflix documentary as West Lothian star goes back to his roots The superstar has confirmed that his brand new Netflix documentary 'How I'm Feeling Now' will be released on April 5, giving fans a look behind the scenes of his success.
Edinburgh Live · Mar 9, 2023 West Lothian mum heartbroken as daughter has same rare genetic cancer as sister died from Elaine Beattie was just 17 years old when big sister Maria Jayne died of a brain tumour and decades later is going through the same heart-wrenching journey with her own daughter.
Edinburgh Live · Mar 9, 2023 West Lothian museum gifted signed rock guitar to celebrate link with iconic brand Fender guitars CEO Andy Mooney was born in Whitburn and says he is humbled to feature in the town's new museum. He has presented the town with an iconic Stratocaster electric guitar
Edinburgh Live · Mar 9, 2023 West Lothian teen rushed to hospital after vicious street attack outside newsagents The teen was approached by a man who then followed him out onto the street and assaulted him. He was taken to the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh for treatment.
Daily Record · Mar 9, 2023 West Lothian amateur football team seal Sunday Trophy semi-final spot in debut season Armadale AFC won a keenly contested West Lothian derby against Kirknewton in the quarter-final - and they're eyeing up silverware to crown a remarkable first season in the game.
Edinburgh Live · Mar 8, 2023 Concern teens taking free bus to West Lothian shopping centre for anti-social behaviour Livingston's shopping centre a magnet for youths out to cause trouble after bussing in free of charge from outside the county
Edinburgh Live · Mar 8, 2023 West Lothian Christmas bin collection problems saw 15,000 bins missed A perfect storm of bad weather, staff sickness and vehicle shortages all contributed to problems faced by council waste bosses
Daily Record · Mar 8, 2023 West Lothian council houses lying empty 'for weeks' due to energy firm delays One housing officer spent over three hours on the phone to an energy provider
Daily Record · Mar 8, 2023 West Lothian park a 'no-go area' for kids thanks to fires set by vandals Balbardie in Bathgate has been plagued by fires