10 h. ago West Lothian locals warned over Amazon Prime Big Deal Days scams

Advice Direct Scotland has encouraged customers to stay safe while shopping online and be aware of fake deals presented through phishing emails, texts, and calls.

Events

10 h. ago Nearly one in four West Lothian children living in poverty is 'mark of shame'

Despite the shocking statistics laid before the council’s Corporate Policy and Resources PDSP, the baseline level of child poverty has marginally improved since the last years of the pandemic.

Politics

10 h. ago West Lothian locals urged to take part in Alzheimer Scotland’s Memory Walk

Communities across the area are being invited to join the event in Lauriston Castle Gardens in Edinburgh where they can walk in memory of loved ones affected by the illness.

Politics

13 h. ago West Lothian Council chiefs 'unable to quantify' what cyberattack cost

Councillors were told this week that a live investigation remains ongoing though the IT system recovery phase is now complete.

Events

3 d. ago West Lothian parents fume at 'confusing, half finished' crossing on busy road

This comes after new homes were constructed in the area, bringing changes to the pavements and road outside the Livingston school.

Transport

3 d. ago West Lothian locals baffled as demountable camper 'dumped and set on fire'

The massive object was pictured on the side of the road on Drumshoreland Road near Livingston after it was dumped.

Events

4 d. ago West Lothian RAAC campaigner welcomes Holyrood decision to keep petition live

The petition, one of hundreds before MSPs, had faced being closed because of time constraints of the current parliament, which faces an election next May.

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian chippy hosts grand reopening raises cash for charity

Tony’s Fish Bar in Whitburn has reopened its doors under new management and had special prices for two days with all of the profits being donated to West Lothian Woman’s Aid.

Politics

4 d. ago West Lothian home robbed of five figure sum of jewellery as police appeal for information

Officers believe that multiple people were involved in the break in on Daisyhill Court in Blackburn between 7.15pm and 9pm on Tuesday, September 30.

Events

5 d. ago West Lothian SNP calls special meeting citing no confidence in administration

The meeting of the full council follows the opposition group’s recent walkout after their bid to debate the future of community centres was rejected.

Politics

5 d. ago West Lothian receives £500,000 to install new electric car charging points

The scheme will help develop a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the county and southern Scotland.

Economics

6 d. ago West Lothian business recognised as one of UK’s 100 most inspiring small firms

Following a nationwide search, AlignBirth has been selected as part of this year’s line-up, which showcases the most innovative and admired small firms across the country, as part of the countdown to Small Business Saturday.

Economics

6 d. ago West Lothian locals enjoy free taster session of Paralympic sport Boccia

The ‘come and try’ event at the Xcite Broxburn sports hall featured a range of fun Boccia themed activities, including a throwing challenge, Battleships Boccia and full games.

Politics

7 d. ago West Lothian councillor says Holyrood should 'pay up' over brown bin charges

Council Leader Lawrence Fitzpatrick responded after the Local Democracy Reporting Service revealed that it will be at least 2027 before a decision is made.

Politics

7 d. ago UK Government announces £20 million investment to transform West Lothian neighbourhoods

The Pride in Place programme will see up to £280 million shared among 12 Scottish local authorities, including up to £20 million for West Lothian Council, to precisely target areas which can benefit most from funding being made available for a wide range of regeneration projects.

Economics

9 d. ago Amazon shoppers warned a free Prime delivery perk is ending in DAYS

A LONG-RUNNING Amazon Prime perk that saves loved ones heaps on shopping deliveries is coming to an end. The Prime Invitee Program was a popular loophole that allowed people to share free delivery with friends and family who don't live in the same household. Amazon actually stopped allowing shoppers from joining the scheme a good 10 years...

Events

1 week ago Call to buy West Lothian war blind veterans new homes rejected

Blinded service veterans who occupy “homes for life” were told this summer that the entire Linburn estate was in line to be sold for housebuilding.

Events

1 week ago West Lothian facing social care funding crisis with warning cash reserves will run out this year

The Integration Joint Board, which oversees social care services, faces making more cuts or capping services to the most vulnerable in the community.

Events

1 week ago West Lothian Girlguiding volunteer to be honoured with top award at Manchester event

Victoria Thomson, who has earnt a prestigious Queen’s Guide Award, will join hundreds of fellow award recipients at the upcoming Girlguiding Celebrates event in Manchester.

Events

1 week ago West Lothian residents 'fed up' with problems from illegal traveller sites

West Lothian Council faces a bill of more than £50,000 to clear up after traveller encampments at Craigswood in Livingston this summer.

Events