The Latest Breaking News from West Lothian

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 · Dec 16, 2022

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 · Dec 16, 2022

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 · Dec 16, 2022

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 · Dec 14, 2022

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

Edinburgh Live · Dec 14, 2022

'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.

Daily Record · Dec 13, 2022

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

Edinburgh Live · Dec 13, 2022

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.

Daily Record · Dec 13, 2022

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

Edinburgh Live · Dec 13, 2022

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

Daily Record · Dec 13, 2022