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The Latest Breaking News from West Lothian

West Lothian teacher caught lying about principal role on job application

Jillian Hamilton-Cooper was caught lying on her job application when she applied for a role at a secondary school in Bathgate, West Lothian. She claimed she was a principal teacher of the science department.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian Corsa torched overnight as police hunt suspect in dark clothing

Officers and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service had raced to Glendevon Park in Winchburgh this week after the blaze was sparked in the residential street.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian budget cut fears as thousands have their say on spending plans

More than 20,000 people commented on the cash crisis facing the council. Now a series of special meetings will give councillors an idea of how their share of the Scottish Government's budget will affect services.

Edinburgh Live

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West Lothian car driven into BMW before being torched by men in 'dark clothing'

Crashing into the luxury car on Martin Brae in Livingston at around 9pm on Monday, December 19, officers stated that the Hyundai was then torched at the scene.

Edinburgh Live

What West Lothian will be charging to use electric vehicle power stations

Rapid charges for electric vehicles will cost 40p per Kw/hour at the council's 32 sites from February to help meet increased power costs and develop the network

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian police appeal for information after car set alight

The incident happened on Monday night with extensive damage being caused to the car.

Daily Record

Gang of West Lothian youths threaten man before making off with his cash

Police in West Calder have appealed for information after the group targeted the 29-year-old on a footpath next to the Dickson Street pitches on Monday, December 19.

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West Lothian gran scoops £379,000 on Postcode Lottery

Lily Poland is originally from West Calder and won £379,062

Daily Record

West Lothian emergency services close road near motorway after smash involving bus

The area near Heartlands services was locked down after the multi-vehicle smash on Saturday afternoon as multiple police cars and ambulances rushed to the scene

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian pest control charges set to be hiked in face of budget cuts

Costs for council services to control vermin will almost double for homeowners and landlords. Council tenants will continue to have the service free

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian mum's fear as dog nearly dies eating homemade Christmas decorations

A West Lothian mum had to rush to the vets after her dog ate a number of homemade Christmas decorations. But while the salt dough decorations looked pretty on the tree, the vets issued a stark warning.

Edinburgh Live

Amber weather warning in West Lothian as heavy snow falls overnight across central belt

The weather forecaster says tha travel delays on roads are likely, stranding some vehicles and passengers, some delays and cancellations to rail and air travel are likely

Edinburgh Live

Amber weather warning for snow and ice will be in place this morning

The Met Office has forecast heavy snow showers for West Lothian and a risk of ice

Daily Record

West Lothian's old folk have a champion in Anne!

Councillor Anne McMillan is West Lothian’s Older Person’s Champion

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Work begins on innovative eco learning space

The new hub at West Lothian College will help the move towards a net zero carbon economy in West Lothian

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian deaf dog looking for his forever home after being 'misunderstood'

A 10-year-old dog is looking for a new home after living with a foster family for months. Arthur will need a family who has experience with training or owning a deaf dog.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian buses 'forced to change route' after being attacked by stone-throwing teens

A senior Labour councillor says constituents told him that buses had been removed from Blackburn following vandalism, and called on police to keep councillors better informed about serious incidents

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian restaurant plan rejected over concerns for local woodland

Having had initial concerns about parking, councillors rejected plans for a restaurant in a Livingston shopping centre because of the impact it would have on green space around the Murieston site

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Daily Record

'Amazing' West Lothian gran going above and beyond to help local families at Christmas

Norah Coen (85) has donated several boxes of toys, clothes and books for children along with other much needed items for local families at Christmas.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian Gaelic language plan outlined as number of speakers increases

The number of speakers has risen since the turn of the century but the adoption of Gaelic onto council information boards in buildings, and some signage will be gradual - there'll be no bilingual road signs

Daily Record

West Lothian man fronts campaign aimed at getting veterans to open up about their mental health

Sean Brogan, from Livingston, is one of five armed forces veterans acting as the face of the new campaign.

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian welfare fund demand soaring as councillors call for more support

Running costs for the Holyrood fund cost are double what the Scottish Government gives the council to administer

Daily Record

Charging an electric vehicle will no longer be free in West Lothian as energy prices soar

New tariffs are set to be brought in next year

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian set to end free charging points for electric cars as costs soar

Drivers face a tariff of up to 40p per kilowatt hour to use rapid charging points if the Executive backs new proposals to counter spiralling energy costs.

The National (Scotland)

Performing arts school to open in West Lothian next year

A MULTI-MILLION-POUND performing arts school is set to be built on the site of a former tax office in West Lothian

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