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Campaign to help West Lothian firm keep Festive Forrest licence

The agreement to run a winter festival at Beecraigs by Rowan Events has come to an end

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Bathgate Thistle are named Best Community Football Club in Scotland

The club was at Hamden to pick up their award

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West Lothian wheelchair basketball coach wins prestigious national award

Mark Stevenson was named Performance Pathway Coach of the Year at the 2023 sportscotland Coaching, Officiating and Volunteering Awards

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West Lothian school pupils and teachers praised for impressive inspection grades

The school was awarded the highest rating of 'excellent' in two categories

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Man charged after fireworks directed at West Lothian police officers on Bonfire Night

Emergency services were responding to a large scale disturbance at Letham Park, Craigshill

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Community wing of West Lothian primary school to be named after much-loved teacher

Mr Anderson sadly passed away at the end of last year

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Extra police officers deployed to three West Lothian neighbourhoods

New officers have will be deployed to beef up existing teams

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Drugged-up yob started massive fire that left families homeless after lighting candles and falling asleep

Dozy Shaun Rumney will be sentenced later this month

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£15,000 worth of gym equipment unused by West Lothian villagers who had requested it

The equipment was installed in Torphichen in 2015 but is largely unused

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Armadale Thistle Ladies bow out of Scottish Cup despite spirited display

The Dale took an early lead but suffered a 2-1 home loss to Edinburgh Caledonia

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1400 people sign petition against Bathgate Hills bypass as community councillors prepare to vote

The proposals were made by councillor Willie Boyle, who is seeking the support of the town's community council

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West Lothian police continue appeal for information after releasing pic of burglary suspect

The robbery took place at a shop in Whitburn

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Livingston boss insists side deserved more from game after Dundee defeat

The Lions fell to a fourth defeat on the bounce but the gaffer insists they deserved something from the game

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West Lothian yobs smash fire engine window on Bonfire Night

The appliance had to be taken out of action after the attack in Bathgate

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Two family holidays up for grabs with Jet2holidays!

Fly direct from Glasgow or Edinburgh airports

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Private jet attendant reveals how wealthy guests expect staff to turn a blind eye

Staff might get paid a huge wage and are given luxury gifts but there also can be a dark side.

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Over 22,000 people in West Lothian to receive new cost of living payment

The latest £300 payments will be paid automatically into bank accounts

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Plans revealed to transform former West Lothian Council offices into new Mosque

Sarajia Islamic Studies and Community Centre Limited are looking to take over St David House in Bathgate

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West Lothian public urged to play it safe this Bonfire night

Community leaders want everyone to stay say while enjoying fireworks displays and bonfires.

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Thieves steal cash and jewellery from house in broad daylight

The incident happened in Livingston between 3pm and 4pm on Wednesday

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Former Xcite Livingston swimming pool to be torn down as plan for petrol station and drive-thru revealed

Broxburn Swimming pool will also be demolished after no offers were received

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Huge drop in West Lothian false fire alarm calls that cost £2k a time

In one area alone the number of blue light call outs dropped to just one compared to ten in the same time frame last year

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Over 300 West Lothian homes have been empty for more than a year as housing crisis grows

A drive is now on to ensure empty homes can be brought back into use “with minimal delay”

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West Lothian rotary club rewarded for keeping train station on track

The club won two awards from Scotrail

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State Pension More than 500 WASPI women due letter on State Pension age change investigation before end of this week The Ombudsman will send draft findings on injustice and financial remedy as part of its investigation into State Pension age changes.

Three groups of people over State Pension age may need to apply for Winter Fuel Payments this year

Payments of up to £600 are set to start being made to millions of pensioners between November and January.

'I tested supermarket-own baked bean brands against Heinz - one was tremendous'

Costing just 37p per tin, one particular supermarket variety of beans came very close to Heinz in terms of flavour and texture.

Granny's perfect Irish soda bread recipe that is ready to eat in minutes

This recipe for Irish soda bread has been passed down through many generations of the family, and reporter Martha Brennan has shared the secret for all to learn.

John Lewis slash loungewear set that's 'so comfy' to just £18 in Black Friday sale

The lounge set currently boasts an impressive 4.6 out of five star rating online.

Attendance Allowance People of State Pension age with a heart condition could be due up to £407 each month More than 103,000 people of State Pension age receive Attendance Allowance support for a heart condition.

Full list of shops closed on Boxing Day 2023 including Aldi and Home Bargains

With more and more shops choosing to shut their doors on Boxing Day, here's a roundup of all the retailers so far that will be doing this in 2023.

New 10 minute procedure can help restore sense of smell for long Covid patients

The loss of smell, also known as parosmia, is a common symptom for people with Covid.

Cadbury fans 'gutted' after finding out 'best chocolate bar' has been discontinued

Fans of the sweet treat have taken to social media to share their disappointment at the 'sad' news.

Woman shares cheap flower hack that makes fresh bouquets last 'for a month'

The affordable tip is said to make flowers last 'for a long time' - perfect for decorating your home.

Glasgow Feared gangland figure Paul Lyons attacked in jail by killer who stabbed victim 142 times Peter Allan has pleaded guilty to attacking Paul Lyons in HMP Perth.

Scots baby called 'Queeniana' owned Chanel bag before birth

As well as the Chanel bag, the six-week-old tot owns a Louis Vuitton and a Hermes blanket, a Balmain changing bag, and outfits from Dior, Versace and Burberry.

ITV I'm A Celebrity stars sadly no longer with us as new series set to air

I'm A Celebrity

As the 23rd series returns to our screens tonight, we pay tribute to the former stars of the jungle.

'I went to Edinburgh Christmas Market - and was astonished at prices of the rides'

With the Edinburgh Christmas Market kicking off on Friday, Tourism Writer Alexander Smail headed over to see what it was like on opening weekend — and his thoughts were mixed.

ITV This Morning's Alison Hammond hits back at Cliff Richard 'fat-shaming' Elvis

Sir Cliff Richard appeared on the daytime talk show earlier today alongside hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary.

Organised crime Ashley Dale killer couldn't hide role as head of toxic organised crime group Niall Barry knew he was in a serious situation recruited the services of an underworld fixer - known only as ‘Gus’ - to smuggle him out of the country in the back of a lorry.

Mums of tiny neonatal warriors demonstrate outside Lanarkshire hospital unit threatened with status downgrade

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'We’re literally parading our trauma in the hope we can change the minds of politicians'

New Winter Fuel Payment update for millions of older people ahead of Autumn Statement

The Treasury has put to bed rumours about the annual heating payment and the State Pension Triple Lock.

5 Celtic AGM burning issues as Peter Lawwell and board face Green Brigade grilling and Euro woes faces scrutiny

Chairman Lawwell, CEO Michael Nicholson and boss Brendan Rodgers address supporters and shareholders on Wednesday.

Kirkcudbright Academy takes S1 pupils on activity days thanks to Rotary Club

The S1 students were taken to Abernethy Barcaple to help build new friendships, develop self-confidence and to experience and learn about leadership skills