11 h. ago Scots schoolgirl accepted by F1 academy following in tracks of motorsport heroes

Ten-year-old Khloe McGill, from Bo’ness in West Lothian, started competing in the male-dominated sport when she was just six.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian chiefs quizzed over 'redundant and ugly' equipment on high street

Tom Conn, the local Labour councillor, asked environmental health staff why the apparatus was still in place a year after a monitoring order had been revoked.

Politics

3 d. ago West Lothian course proving championship golf doesn’t stop when clocks go back

Deer Park is offering golfers the chance to enjoy superb playing conditions 365 days a year, ensuring the course remains in peak form, whatever the weather.

Sport

3 d. ago Animals at Five Sisters Zoo in West Lothian get into Halloween spirit

The animals explored spooky seasonal enrichment, including pumpkins filled with tasty treats, as part of the zoo’s annual “Boo at the Zoo” celebrations.

Politics

4 d. ago Firework legislation a toothless tiger says West Lothian councillor

Conservative Alison Adamson pointed to widespread online sales, and another member of the Public and Community Safety PDSP raised questions about the widely advertised sales of fireworks.

Events

4 d. ago West Lothian opposition fails in second bid to stall community centre changes

In fractious exchanges at a meeting of the council’s Executive the Labour minority-led administration faced criticism of the yet to conclude plans, branded a “desk-based exercise” which excluded volunteers.

Events

5 d. ago West Lothian Integration Joint Board looking for views to help social care services

The IJB has responsibility for planning most health and social care services for adults in West Lothian, and faces an estimated budget gap of over £20 million over the next two years.

Politics

5 d. ago Prison death of drug gang killer who punted heroin for kingpin to be probed

Ronald Harrison was found dead at HMP Addiewell in West Lothian.

Events

6 d. ago New proposal to build 101 West Lothian home development on field site

The proposals would see the area north of the B7015 at Mid Calder completely transformed with a new housing scheme erected on the rural space.

Politics

6 d. ago West Lothian resident wakes to find thief in home as police issue appeal after spate of housebreakings

The authorities are asking that anyone who may have saw anyone acting suspiciously in the Longridge, Fauldhouse and Livingston area to get in touch after four homes were broken into between Wednesday, October 22 and Saturday, October 25.

Society

6 d. ago Impact of charity’s work with older people in West Lothian celebrated

About 30 of Food Train’s members, volunteers and staff gathered for the organisation’s annual general meeting - along with a spot of lunch - in Livingston.

Politics

6 d. ago West Lothian trio sentenced for their role in £20 million tax fraud case

The three family members were part of a sophisticated tax fraud scheme operated through Winnington Networks Limited between 2011 and 2014, which deliberately understated VAT owed to HMRC.

Economics

6 d. ago Two men charged after 200kg of fireworks found in West Lothian storage unit

Two men, aged 18 and 25, were charged and are due to appear in court.

Events

6 d. ago ‘I’m making it work’: Lando Norris confident he is finally getting to grips with his McLaren

British driver leads championship by one pointStella: ‘We have proven we have a car that can win races’Lando Norris has said he is finally confident handling his McLaren car after a dominant victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix that moved him to the top of the world championship standings with four races remaining.The British driver won at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez with a superb drive from pole to flag. With his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri finishing only fifth and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in third, the Briton now leads Piastri by one point and Verstappen by 36. Piastri had held the title lead since the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix but Norris has moved to the front as the championship enters its final run-in. Continue reading...

Politics

7 d. ago Marie Curie inviting individuals across West Lothian to join its team of Companion Volunteers

Marie Curie's Companion Volunteers provide a comforting presence for people living with terminal illness, whether that’s sharing a conversation, offering a listening ear, or simply sitting together in quiet company

Politics

7 d. ago Frantic West Lothian man 'told call yourself an ambulance by GP receptionist'

Daniel ‘Danny’ Carrigan, 78, was shopping at his local supermarket when he took ill and began experiencing chest pains which he initially thought could be early signs of a heart attack.

Politics

9 d. ago Bathgate MP sounds alarm over primary care funding in West Lothian

Kirsteen Sullivan's core concern relates to the Barbauchlaw Medical Practice, which serves patients across Armadale and Blackridge, and is facing a growing crisis due to a severe lack of space in their building.

Events

9 d. ago Commissioner praises West Lothian veteran's centre for transforming lives

Susie Hamilton, appointed Scottish Veterans Commissioner in August 2022, met with many of the veterans who regularly attend the Linburn Centre during her visit.

Events

9 d. ago West Lothian College celebrates Higher Education achievements

Some achieved Higher National Certificates or Diplomas (HNCs/HNDs) after completing courses in subjects like accounting, business, childhood practice, health care, computing, engineering, science, sport and art.

Politics

9 d. ago West Lothian theatre project nets £18,000 grant from National Lottery Community Fund

Since its formation, OKVT’s members have presented two sell-out shows at Howden Park Centre, and this season are working on their first-ever film, to be filmed around West Lothian.

Economics