7 h. ago Bathgate’s Regal Theatre hosts commemoration of 80th anniversary of VE Day

Armed Forces charity ASA Scotland organised the commemoration which featured performances from Whitburn Brass Band, Sing West Lothian Choir and pupils from various primary schools.

Politics

9 h. ago Two 'toxic' sites in West Lothian among national list of untreated contaminated land

Two sites in the county were identified in a BBC led investigation as the council responded to Freedom of Information requests.

Events

9 h. ago West Lothian IJB open to proposals aimed at retaining café facing closure at assisted living complex

It is open six days but currently operating at a loss of £100,000 per year

Politics

10 h. ago Last supper for West Lothian woman as popular village chippy owners hang up their aprons

Aldo's served up deep-fried food in East Calder for 30 years

Politics

34 h. ago West Lothian police warning after spike traps found on local trail for second time

In August last year it was reported that police were hunting a person who laid a home made “stinger” to deter motorcyclists from using trails on the Philpstoun Bing.

Events

35 h. ago Parking in West Lothian town 'an ongoing problem' admit police

There area only 400 parking spaces in Linlithgow town centre, and the town’s Local Area Committee accepted there would never be enough room to serve the number of visitors.

Events

52 h. ago Over £39million paid to families in West Lothian since launch of Scottish Child Payment

The amount for each eligible child will increase to £27.15 per week

Economics

52 h. ago Thousands of West Lothian students benefitted from free tuition fees last year

'This policy has been life-changing for students over the years'

Politics

53 h. ago Dumfries buildings to light up purple to raise awareness of epilepsy

The council headquarters on English Street and The Venue will be illuminated on March 26.

Events

54 h. ago Two Lanarkshire landmarks will light up purple on international day for epilepsy awareness

Epilepsy is the second most common neurological disorder in Scotland

Events

56 h. ago Women who start their own businesses report a 'significant boost in confidence, resilience and self

The research, gathered from 1,000 female entrepreneurs to mark International Women’s Day on 8 March, found four in five (80%) feel more confident in their abilities after launching their business, with 87% feeling happier.

Politics

56 h. ago West Lothian Civic Centre will light up purple on international day for epilepsy awareness

The headquarters in Livingston will join over 40 iconic Scottish landmarks on March 26

Events

57 h. ago West Lothian Leisure trust will have to cover cost of National Insurance increase

Kenneth Ribbons, the acting head of finance, said the arms length operator of the county’s leisure and swimming facilities would be expected to cover the increased staff costs from its own budget.

Politics

58 h. ago West Lothian working with other councils to develop electric vehicle infrastructure

Edinburgh council is the lead local authority in a group which includes immediate neighbours in Falkirk, Mid and East Lothian as well as the Scottish Borders, Dumfries and Galloway, and Fife.

Politics

60 h. ago Cocker Spaniel from West Lothian scoops best of breed winner at Crufts

David Todd from Mid Calder was delighted when his dog was named a winner

Politics

69 h. ago Starmer, Reeves and Rayner host International Women’s Day event at No 10

Guests included Olympic athlete Dame Kelly Holmes and actor Anna Maxwell-Martin, alongside faith leaders, musicians, lawyers and others.

Politics

3 d. ago Yes, there is an International Men's Day too: This is when you can mark it in 2025

The day aims to highlight issues such as male suicide and fatherhood, so when is it being observed this year?

Politics

3 d. ago Disabled West Lothian couple 'unsafe' in their own home after masked yobs target house

The incident - which was caught on CCTV - took place on Saturday, March 9, at 6.48pm on Cathcart Court, Calderwood, East Calder.

Society

3 d. ago West Lothian wishlist offers community groups a chance to realise dream projects

The Community Benefit Wishlist was launched last month on the council’s web pages and aims to put groups in touch with suppliers who can provide financial and practical help to strengthen and develop communities.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian Council to spend £6 million on vital maintenance works on its 659 miles of roads

Over 4,500 pothole repairs were carried out in 2024

Economics