3 d. ago Specsavers Bathgate opens in new town centre location following more than £550,000 investment

Specsavers Bathgate has moved further down George Street into a larger unit, which features four testing rooms, state-of-the-art equipment, a dedicated contact lens area and increased capacity as part of the six-figure investment.

Economics

3 d. ago Bathgate & Linlithgow MP calls for Endometriosis Registry during PMQs

Kirsteen Sullivan has urged the Prime Minister to support the creation of a National Endometriosis Registry to improve diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for the 1.5 million women across the UK living with the condition.

Politics

4 d. ago Disruption warning as work starts on West Lothian 'village' centre 20 years on

Land in the centre of Wester Inch, Bathgate was promised as a “village centre” 20 years ago - but that never happened.

Events

4 d. ago West Lothian man charged after being spotted 'naked' near busy road

Locals in Bathgate reported the incidents on Tuesday, January 20. Officers attended at the Edinburgh Road area of the town and detained the man.

Transport

6 d. ago Bathgate & Livingston Jobcentres aiming to expand support for jobseekers

With new jobs fairs, specialist support, and a continued focus on helping people move into meaningful work, the team is ready to make 2026 a year of growth and success.

Politics

1 week ago Teen, 17, charged after ‘major disturbance’ at Scots restaurant

A TEENAGER has been charged after mercy crews rushed to a popular restaurant. Emergency services were alerted to Pepe's on George Place in Bathgate last night. The alarm was raised with cops around 10.45pm as officers received a report of an alleged disturbance. Police attended and a 17-year-old boy was arrested and charged. Earlier today,...

Politics

1 week ago West Lothian 50+ Network hosts annual Volunteers Lunch at Bathgate Golf Club

The lunch provides a clear and public opportunity for the Network to acknowledge the commitment, time and care given by its volunteers.

Politics

1 week ago Bathgate Air Cadet members marking significant milestone in their history

The 1271 squadron will have been at its current location in the town’s Torphichen Street for the past 60 years.

Politics

2 w. ago Single photo sees Bathgate mum losing over three stone in weight loss journey

Before joining Slimming World, Niamh McCall, 27, felt insecure and self-conscious.

Culture

2 w. ago West Lothian company welcomes Scottish Secretary to Bathgate facility

During a guided tour of the facility led by Invinity’s Chair, Neil O’Brien and key members of staff, Douglas Alexander charged and discharged an Invinity battery system connected to the Scottish electricity grid and learned about its key safety and low noise characteristics.

Politics

3 w. ago Former Bathgate cinema remains up for sale with £250,000 asking price

Opened in 1920, The Pavilion in George Place is the earliest intact survivor of the George Green chain of cinemas.

Economics

last month How skipping school in Bathgate didn't hold back golfing Gallachers

There was good reason why uncle and nephew were afforded total silence during Glasgow get-together

Politics