Man charged with attempted murder after alleged West Lothian chainsaw attack

Executive councillor for social policy, Angela Doran said: “I’d like to offer a belated congratulations to Mark on his award. He is part of an outstanding social work service in West Lothian and his commitment and ethic towards his work really does make a positive impact on the lives of others.

Inspirational Heather Duff who has had brain surgery three times is starring in an urgent new TV appeal for donations to help Cancer Research UK continue its life-saving work.The 33 year old’s life in lockdown at home in Winchburgh is powerfully captured in the 30-second film which aired for the first time in Scotland on Wednesday (July 1) and will run across the UK.Heather can be seen in the advert counting out daily chemotherapy medication, chatting online to loved ones on Zoom as well as recuperating on the sofa with her miniature dachshund pet dogs, Pumpkin and Parsnip.The final frame of the film shows Heather looking boldly in to the camera and saying: “Together we will still beat cancer.”The film also features a direct plea for

West Lothian residents can now receive payment for crisis grants through 111 Paypoint outlets in West Lothian.

Face masks may well be the most visible sign of how things have changed when the lockdown ends.

A West Lothian children’s group has helped to raise over £4000 for the NHS by Singing a Rainbow.

A West Lothian mum has been keeping people in her village entertained by parading the streets dressed up as cartoon characters.

This Friday (May 8) marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day.

A West Lothian man has helped to cheer up residents at his dad’s care home by playing their favourite tunes on his flute.

The School Bank West Lothian were delighted to welcome a representative from the West Lothian Battalion Boys’ Brigade who presented them with a cheque for just over £350.

Help is being offered to every vulnerable person who is shielding in West Lothian.

A West Lothian businessman has set up an event to help support the country’s most vulnerable families through the coronavirus crisis.

West Lothian Council will receive £1.7m from national funds to help those hardest hit by the Covid-19 emergency.

Police are appealing for information following a serious road crash in Bathgate.The incident happened around 4.30pm on Monday (July 6) on the A7066 at the junction with the B792, involving three cars and two motorcycles.As a result of the collision, three people were taken to the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary with serious injuries.The other injured parties were treated at the scene by ambulance for minor injuries.The road was closed for around eight hours to allow a full scene investigation to take place.Inspector Andy Gibb, of Lothians Road Policing, said: “This was a serious collision involving a number of vehicles and we are looking for anybody who was driving on the road or witnessed the incident to contact police.“One woman has sustained

West Lothian Council bosses have thanked the public for their patience and understanding during the coronavirus crisis and heaped praise on staff.

A incredible pensioner thought to be the oldest woman in Scotland has just celebrated her 110th birthday.

Residents of West Lothian care home were in for a surprise when they peered out their windows last week – for staring back them was a pack of friendly alpacas.

A West Lothian singer has been helping to lift the spirits of over a million people worldwide thanks to her amazing performance - from the back garden of her house.

West Lothian butchers Hugh Black and Sons have thanked their loyal customers after tasting success at a prestigious awards ceremony.

West Lothian raised the Commonwealth Flag outside West Lothian Civic Centre to mark Commonwealth Day.

Opening hours are changing at West Lothian Council libraries.

Motherwell loanee Rohan Ferguson has been told to self-isolate after a Linfield teammate tested positive for coronavirus.