14 h. ago Daughter dies on flight to UK after falling asleep on mum's shoulder

Rachel Green sadly passed away on a Delta flight heading to London after falling asleep on her mother's shoulder as cabin crew tried to rouse her with calls made for a doctor on board

Events

14 h. ago West Lothian couple 'hope no parent feels alone' after daughter died in her sleep

Kerris Mitchell passed away at the age of two, after what parents Steph and Donny described as a ‘normal night’.

Events

15 h. ago West Lothian prowler 'steals fundraiser donations and parcel' from family home

At around 3.50am on Monday January 26, a man wearing a grey hoody with a black jacket and dark trousers, was seen walking down a driveway on Pumpherston Road, Uphall.

Society

15 h. ago Mum whose daughter died after catching measles has message for parents

It comes after the UK was this week stripped of its measles-free status by the World Health Organisation

Events

15 h. ago Livingston MP welcomes confirmation of major new investment by Sky at West Lothian base

Sky has been a major employer in the Livingston constituency for many years, and the planned development represents a significant vote of confidence in the area.

Economics

32 h. ago Gabby Logan grieves at father Terry Yorath's funeral as her daughter's gesture has mourners 'in tears'

Logan’s daughter Lois fulfilled the request her grandfather had made before he died

Politics

33 h. ago West Lothian to review bulky uplift services in bid to tackle 'garden dumps'

Councillor Maria MacAulay won backing without opposition to a study of a “ problem that has not gone away”.

Politics

36 h. ago West Lothian woman is feeling fab at 50 thanks to six stone weight loss

Debbie Oswald, from East Calder, marked the milestone this year with more confidence, energy and happiness than she’s felt in years – and for good reason.

Politics

37 h. ago Livingston company partners with West Lothian College to offer work placements for students

Third year student Holly McAdam, from Livingston, will be the first to benefit from the new link-up with a marketing placement at John Heaney Electrical's head office as part of her HND Business course.

Politics

37 h. ago Father, 24, arrested after infant daughter dies during their first solo playdate together

Baby Lyla Samuels was “turning blue” when first responders arrived, and later died from her injuries. Her devastated mom says she was “a gift from God, returned to Heaven much too soon”.

Events

37 h. ago Sky confirms major investment to transform Livingston campus, supporting thousands of local jobs

The development underscores Sky’s long-term commitment to West Lothian and will support thousands of jobs and drive regional economic growth.

Economics

38 h. ago Topi Keskinen makes big Aberdeen statement after Livi romp and reveals how Peter Leven is getting best out of him

The Finnish international was on target as the Reds hit the west Lothian Lions for six

Politics

4 d. ago Nicola Sturgeon urged to ‘be honest’ about opening of infections row hospital

The call came from Kimberly Darroch, whose daughter Milly Main died after contracting an infection at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

Science

4 d. ago Influencer Nicole Faith and her former NFL star husband announce death of daughter: 'We miss you desperately'

Influencer Nicole Faith has revealed that her infant daughter, Sunny, died in a stillborn delivery on January 22.

Events

4 d. ago West Lothian duo charged after quad bike ridden 'dangerously' through village

Police Scotland officers report receiving several reports of incidents of such vehicles being driven dangerously or anti-socially in the region.

Politics

5 d. ago Mum with 'lost soul' face tattoo killed daughter, 8 before taking her own life

Danielle Parkinson, 31, and her daughter Iliza, 8, died in hospital following the blaze at their home in Huddersfield, Yorkshire, days after the mum was released from mental health services

Events

5 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

5 d. ago West Lothian charity hosts Scottish Government as it publishes Suicide Prevention Plan

Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing Tom Arthur visited S.M.I.L.E. Counselling, a Livingston-based charity for children, young people, and their families.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian to identify potential sites which can be used by travellers

A short term working group was set up in September after a plea by SNP councillor Andrew Miller was supported by a full council vote.

Politics

5 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