Love Island's Ellie Chadwick Returns to West Lothian Zoo
Fresh from Love Island, Ellie Chadwick returned to Five Sisters Zoo in West Lothian for a special visit with Finley Maddock, enjoying bear experiences and meeting capybaras.
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West Lothian Police Chief Warns of Online Exploitation Risks
Chief Inspector Dougie Grieve discusses digital age risks, urging open conversations about online safety and caution against misinformation.
West Lothian MSP praises rise in EV charging points
Almond Valley MSP Angela Constance welcomes 225 public EV charging points in West Lothian as Scotland leads UK in charge points per head.
Social Enterprise The Ootsider Gets £4,000 Donation
The Ootsider, a West Lothian social enterprise making all-weather coats, received a £4,000 anonymous donation to produce 25 sleeping coats for Glasgow's homeless.
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West Lothian cuts empty home turnaround by eight days
West Lothian Council has reduced the time homes sit empty between tenants by eight days, letting over 1,000 homes in the past year after investing £1.2m in repairs and staffing.
Dog That 'Moos' Instead of Barking Goes Viral with 200k Followers
A golden retriever named Lucie has gone viral for making a 'moo' sound instead of barking, amassing nearly 200,000 Instagram followers and delighting her owner with her unique communication.
Forced Access of West Lothian Council Homes Is a Last Resort
West Lothian councillors were told forced access is not a general option for managing poor tenancies, as housing officers highlighted complex reasons behind void homes, with only 20% vacated after pre-termination visits.
West Lothian MSP Hails 7.4M Free Bus Journeys for Under-22s
Almond Valley MSP Angela Constance welcomes stats showing nearly 7.4 million free bus journeys by under-22s in West Lothian since 2022, part of over 310 million across Scotland.
Teenager Dies After Battle with Rare Immune Disorder
Kieran Cameron, 19, from West Lothian, died on June 21 after a lifelong fight with hypogammaglobulinaemia. His sister Billie is fundraising for funeral costs.
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Angela Constance Invited Over West Lothian Social Care Crisis
West Lothian's Integration Joint Board needed extra £2m from council and NHS to set budget, depleting reserves. Health Secretary Angela Constance invited to discuss crisis.
West Lothian Board to Monitor MyCare.scot App Uptake
West Lothian's Integration Joint Board will monitor the MyCare.scot app's uptake in the community to ensure it becomes 'as good as it can be', chair John Innes said.
West Lothian College Names Hazel Brady as New Principal
Hazel Brady, formerly Vice Principal of Learning and Attainment, has been appointed as Principal of West Lothian College after serving as Interim Principal since December 2025.
West Lothian Launches £2m Summer Play Programme
West Lothian Council has launched a £2m summer programme of play, sports, and arts for children and young people aged 3-26, with £445,000 from Sport Scotland to fund free or reduced-cost activities.
West Lothian Students Shine at BYITC Inspire Awards 2026
Shreenithy Sampathkumar, 11, and Tejas Mittal, 12, from West Lothian were among 29 winners at the British Youth International College Inspire Awards 2026, celebrating achievements in maths and abacus.
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West Lothian Police Tackle Domestic Abuse Ahead of Summer Holidays
Detective Inspector Tommy Stenhouse highlights rising DSDAS applications and new initiatives to protect domestic abuse survivors in West Lothian.
West Lothian Fire Officer Warns Against Swimming in Cold Waters
SFRS Local Area Commander Mark Duffy warns that fresh water in West Lothian is barely warmer than winter, urging people not to enter rivers or reservoirs due to cold water shock risk.
Medical practice warns patients over staff abuse in car parks
East Calder Medical Practice reports abusive behaviour towards staff in the car park, warns patients of zero tolerance and potential removal from the practice list.
West Lothian Pupils to Get Seven-Week Summer Holiday
West Lothian Council has approved a seven-week summer holiday for pupils in 2027/28, adding an extra week to correct the earlier start of the school year.
West Lothian Invests in New Machinery to Boost Recycling
West Lothian Council invests in new Caterpillar machinery to reduce waste contamination, improve recycling rates, and generate income reinvested in local services.
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Police Urge Cyclists to Secure Bikes Against Theft
Chief Inspector Dougie Grieve advises cyclists in West Lothian to take simple security steps to prevent bike theft, as high-value bicycles attract criminals.
Stress Main Cause of Sickness Absence for Council Staff
Stress and anxiety accounted for 46,000 of 81,000 days lost to sickness absence among West Lothian Council staff in 2025/26, with mental health issues driving long-term absences.
West Lothian pupils walk 4,681 miles in World Cup challenge
Pupils from six West Lothian schools walked a combined 4,681 miles to match the distance from Blackburn Cross to Miami's Hard Rock Stadium before Scotland's World Cup match.
Livingston FC and Pumpherston Juniors Propose 30-Year Lease
West Lothian Council's Executive has been asked to approve a 30-year lease of Pumpherston Juniors' ground to Livingston FC, enabling a dedicated training facility with a 3G pitch and floodlights.
West Lothian Councillor Seeks Savings on £7m School Transport
Conservative councillor Alison Adamson renews calls to reduce the £7m cost of school transport in West Lothian, suggesting the Scottish Government should fund it.
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NaviLens Scheme for Blind Bus Passengers Hailed Success
West Lothian's pioneering NaviLens technology helps visually impaired bus passengers, making it the first area in Scotland to adopt this inclusive transport solution.
Love Island's Ellie Unrecognisable in Throwback Snap
Love Island star Ellie leaves fans stunned with a throwback photo showing her dramatic transformation from brunette to platinum blonde.
Complaints to West Lothian Council Drop by Over a Third
Complaints to West Lothian Council's Operational Services fell 37% from 2,469 to 1,557, driven by improvements in waste collection and recycling services.
West Lothian Woman Awarded BEM for Charity Work
Ann Pike, Chair of Carers of West Lothian, has been awarded the British Empire Medal for decades of service to unpaid carers and the community, presented by the Lord Lieutenant.
West Lothian Council Unveils £3m Holyrood Jobs Initiative
West Lothian Council will spend nearly £3m on Scottish Government-funded employment schemes targeting young people, parents, and disabled individuals to remove barriers to work.
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West Lothian Housebuilder Hosts Family Fun Day
Taylor Wimpey East Scotland celebrates over 10 years in West Lothian with a family fun day at Calderwood on June 21, featuring activities, food, and new home viewings.
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