40 h. ago Cops seize £190k worth of drugs and weapons during raids on homes

One raid took place at around 9.30am yesterday morning - Friday, April 25, 2025 - in the West Lothian village of East Whitburn.

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3 d. ago Furious West Lothian home owner ordered to tear down fence protecting her home

Dawn Gardner accused West Lothian Council’s Development Management Committee of “bullying” behaviour, and of ignoring a decision by Scottish ministers, which agreed the land belonged to her.

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3 d. ago West Lothian village to get 48 new homes despite pressure on health services

West Lothian Council’s Development Management Committee heard that the site is part of a larger area that first won permission for development in 2021.

Society

3 d. ago West Lothian set to welcome 'vibrant' global fried chicken chain

To celebrate this opening, Chicking will hold a grand launch with a special offer which will see their famous chicken burger being just £1 from noon to 4pm.

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3 d. ago New West Lothian homes planned for brownfield site despite flooding concerns

Local councillor Pauline Orr spoke on behalf of two neighbours who feared flood risk and overshadowing from tree planting on the plans for the site.

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4 d. ago Family welcome prosecution of private prison where inmate died of Covid

Calum Inglis, 34, was found dead in his cell at HMP Addiewell in West Lothian on October 24, 2021.

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4 d. ago Thieves nick luxury BMW from family home on quiet West Lothian street

Police are appealing for any information or private CCTV footage from the area after the £50,000 car was taken from outside the Broxburn property.

Society

4 d. ago Members of West Lothian supermarkets' management teams mark 25 years of service

Emma Ross and Kevin Regan both joined Aldi back in the year 2000

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4 d. ago West Lothian villages get welfare help as demand soars through cost of living crisis

Almost 800 vouchers were issued in the ward, which covers villages in the area stretching from Fauldhouse to the western fringe of Livingston including Stoneyburn and Addiewell.

Economics

4 d. ago Documentary charts rise of boy from West Lothian village to terrific Hollywood movie director

Michael Caton-Jones directed a number of big screen movies such as Memphis Belle, Rob Roy, and The Jackal

Culture

4 d. ago Family continue to fight for answers after son died alone in West Lothian prison cell

Calum Inglis, 34, was serving a short sentence in HMP Addiewell in West Lothian when he tested positive for Covid-19 on October 12 2021.

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5 d. ago Eligibility change will put more money in the pockets of West Lothian's unpaid carers

The earning limit for the Scottish Carer Support Payment went up from £151 to £196 per week

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5 d. ago West Lothian average salaries have risen by more than £5,000 in a decade

Councillors heard this week that the average salary in the county had risen to £31,000.

Economics

5 d. ago Brazen West Lothian customer slams door on driver after dodging £62 takeaway payment

The brazen custom allegedly placed a £62 order from Curry Club in Broxburn on Sunday, April 20.

Economics

5 d. ago One man and his inspirational guide dog are highlight of West Lothian annual fundraising event

Make Every Cuppa Count was held at Chain Runner in Livingston

Politics

5 d. ago Kids prehistoric show heading to West Lothian later this year

RED Entertainment is thrilled to announce Dinosaur Adventure Live is back with its third chapter touring across the UK in 2025.

Culture

6 d. ago West Lothian carer slapped resident's hands after pinning them against her chest

The incident took place while Mary Cotterell was employed as a care assistant by Peakcock Medicare at Woodlands Nursing Home in Livingston as she tried to avoid faeces transferring onto her uniform.

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9 d. ago More people aged 65+ are trying out cannabis. Here’s what to know about the risks and benefits

US adults in the age group are using cannabis to treat pain and poor sleep – and they’re a fast-growing marketPolls suggest Americans aged 65 and older are trying cannabis for the first time more than any other group in the country. This trend is propelled by decreased stigma and increased legalization, with 24 states and the District of Columbia allowing recreational use (in the UK, recreational use is still illegal).But there’s something else too. Getting older comes with its challenges, physically and emotionally. Some people are betting on cannabis as a way to navigate these hurdles. Research indicates older adults primarily use cannabis for health-related issues, like poor sleep, pain and mental health concerns such as anxiety. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Housebuilder unveils host of community support initiatives in West Lothian village

'We’re currently preparing for our much-anticipated Easter event'

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1 week ago Search launched to trace West Lothian pensioner who went missing overnight

Police say they are becoming increasinly concerned for Elizabeth Hamilton who was last seen at 4pm on Wednesday.

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