55 m. ago West Lothian communities 'should see financial benefit from hosting solar farms'

The county has been a pioneer in community benefits from wind farm technology having dispensed millions in payments from energy suppliers occupying the county’s five wind farms.

Politics

27 h. ago West Lothian athlete needs a boost on her way to World Championships in Norway

Eilin Alsop will represent Great Britain in the World Benchpress Championships

Politics

28 h. ago West Lothian dad with cerebral palsy who suffered stroke as baby realises dream

Jamie Mitchell, 28, was born three months premature alongside his twin brother, Lewis.

Politics

28 h. ago Cars firebombed in West Lothian as thugs target house twice in two weeks

A source told the Record that the firebombings are thought to be drug-related.

Events

28 h. ago West Lothian resident calls for hospitals to be made safer for immunosuppressed patients

Heather Pentler is urging the public to support a petition calling for new measures to protect vulnerable patients from airborne infections in healthcare settings.

Science

28 h. ago Booming West Lothian technology helping to explore the surface of Mars

Among the firms leading the way locally are are Alter UK in Livingston, who provided key electronic components to the NASA Mars Perseverance Rover which landed on Mars in 2020.

Politics

46 h. ago West Lothian pensioners helped to get vital winter fuel payments

More than 100 OAPs in the county were able to claim more than £28,000 in winter fuel payments following targeted advice from the council’s Anti-Poverty Service.

Economics

46 h. ago Man 'disfigured' bouncer after biting off part of his ear during pub row

Daniel Drever admitted assaulting Patriks Grigors during the brawl at The Saltire Inn in Livingston, West Lothian - but CCTV showed the assault

Politics

47 h. ago Leading children’s charity announces funding support of £40,000 to schools across West Lothian

This initiative will enable 20 local schools to provide enriching experiences, resources and well-being projects designed to improve the lives of children who need it most.

Economics

48 h. ago Bids from voluntary groups seeking help from West Lothian Council topped more than £1m

And with more than half the Third Sector services total budget of £944,000 going to just five organisations there have been calls from the local Voluntary Sector Gateway for the budget to grow to meet rising demand.

Economics

51 h. ago New headteacher appointed at St Kentigern's Academy in West Lothian

Dr Gerry Burns has served at St Margaret's Academy and Sinclair Academy

Politics

51 h. ago Comedy star Karen Dunbar performing at two West Lothian venues during massive tour

'The fact that Karen has so many fresh new stories to share is testament to her talent'

Politics

4 d. 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.

Events

5 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.

Politics

5 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

6 d. ago City office leasing deals hit new record last year as race for space intensifies

A total of 339 occupiers agreed terms for space over 5,000 sq ft in the City last year

Economics

6 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.

Politics

6 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.

Events

7 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.

Events

7 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