2 h. 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

2 h. 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

31 h. ago Cops launch probe after Audi torched outside plush West Lothian home

Emergency services scrambled to the residential street in the early hours of this morning.

Politics

32 h. 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

33 h. 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

33 h. 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

40 h. ago New crossing installed in attempt to prevent road deaths on busy Greater Manchester route

The council says there have been seven accidents on the road in as many years

Events

55 h. ago West Lothian crime: Hunt for thief after jewellery worth five

Officers say they believe there would have been ‘more than one person’ involved in the break-in.

Events

56 h. ago Livingston man refurbishes 200 iconic Guide Dogs collection boxes

Jim Grundison, who is part of the Guide Dogs West Lothian fundraising group, began repairing the life-sized dog collection boxes from his home workshop in 2022.

Politics

57 h. 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

60 h. 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

3 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

3 d. ago Speed bumps the last resort in West Lothian's move to 20mph roads

It’s an expensive road that council officers don’t want to go down as the project is introduced to built up areas of the county including West Calder and Polbeth.

Politics

3 d. ago Livingston MP's visit to Five Sisters Zoo as popular attraction marks 20th anniversary

The West Calder Zoo, which first opened in 2005, has grown to become one of West Lothian’s best-loved attractions, welcoming thousands of visitors each year while championing conservation, education, and animal welfare.

Politics

3 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

4 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

4 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

4 d. ago Polbeth Community Hub celebrating major milestones for Counselling & Wellbeing Service

Jenni Morris, Counselling & Wellbeing Manager at the Hub, has been honoured with the 2025 West Lothian Provost’s Award for Community Wellbeing.

Politics

4 d. ago Concern over 'easy availability' of alcohol in West Lothian despite fall in deaths

The number of alcohol related deaths in West Lothian fell last year, in line with the drop across Scotland.

Events

5 d. ago Livingston 1, Rangers 2: Max Aarons' late clincher breaks Livi hearts

The West Lothian side looked like taking a point from beleaguered Gers

Politics