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West Lothian news for 17 December 2009

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Bathgate man accused of wife’s murder is granted bail Dec 17 2009

A MAN accused of murder after his wife was found under the floorboards of their Bathgate home has been released on bail.Read

Thief took part in Bathgate garage break-in Dec 17 2009

A MAN told a court that he only broke in to a Bathgate petrol station because he was threatened by his co-accused.Read

Dogs Trust West Calder appeals for new home for Harry Dec 17 2009

A PERFECT pooch is looking for a new home with a devoted owner somewhere in the West Lothian area.Read

Blackburn residents are unhappy with portrayal of their village on ITV show Dec 17 2009

WHILE everyone would agree that Susan Boyle made the people of Blackburn proud on Sunday night, some are not too pleased with the shots of the village used by ITV.Read

Scottish Government gives £3million for new council homes in West Lothian Dec 17 2009

COUNCIL housing in West Lothian is to receive a £3 million boost it has been revealed this week.Read

Livingston man placed on probation after drugs possession charge Dec 17 2009

A DRUG addict caught in possession of heroin after a police search of his house has been placed on probation.Read

Susan Boyle’s astonishing rise to fame Dec 17 2009

WHEN Susan Boyle joined the thousands of hopefuls desperate for a shot at fame earlier this year she couldn’t have believed that just months later she would be invited to sing for the American President or smash chart records with her debut album.Read

Susan Boyle’s brother dreams of making his own name in showbusiness Dec 17 2009

SUSAN Boyle’s brother is set to follow in his famous sister’s footsteps and make his own name in showbusiness.Read

Drug addict jailed after Whitburn pensioner attack Dec 17 2009

A CALLOUS thug who broke a pensioner’s pelvis by kicking her as she lay on the road in an attempt to steal her handbag has been jailed.Read

West Lothian Council launches crackdown on motorists. Dec 17 2009

A NEW crackdown on inconsiderate drivers is being launched to help improve air quality.Read

World’s first bionic finger is unveiled in Livingston Dec 17 2009

A WEST Lothian-based company this week unveiled the world’s first bionic finger.Read

Livingston MP Jim Devine claimed for new bathroom on expenses twice in a year Dec 17 2009

A WEST Lothian MP has defended himself after it emerged he claimed for refurbishing a bathroom at his London home twice in a year on his second home allowance.Read

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West Lothian councillor facing fraud charges Dec 17 2009

A WEST Lothian councillor is facing calls to step down from official duties as he stands accused of alleged financial fraud.Read

Winchburgh thug placed on probation for assault on 12-year-old boy Dec 17 2009

A THUG who headbutted and punched a 12-year-old boy has been placed on probation.Read

Livingston company wins award Dec 17 2009

A NEW West Lothian firm has scooped a top business award.Read

Christmas advice for cat owners Dec 17 2009

ANIMAL experts are calling for West Lothian people to be on guard against cat-astrophes this Christmas.Read

Susan wishes her loyal fans a happy Christmas Dec 17 2009

SUSAN Boyle said a big “thank you” to all her fans this week and wished them a happy Christmas.Read

Pensioners celebrate Christmas cash boost Dec 17 2009

HUNDREDS of pensioners are celebrating a Christmas cash boost.Read

West Lothian Council revamps Bathgate office Dec 17 2009

A BATHGATE landmark has entered the final stage of its life as contractors moved in to strip out Lindsay House.Read

Think Of Guide Dogs Dec 17 2009

WITH the New Year increasingly welcomed through fireworks celebrations, guide dog and other assistance dog owners are becoming increasingly worried about the safety of their dogs, many of whom find the loud bangs associated with fireworks too much to bear.Read

St John’s Hospital continues to expand Dec 17 2009

SCOTLAND’S first state-of-the-art decontamination unit has opened at St John’s Hospital.Read

Pay dispute between binmen and West Lothian Council enters second week Dec 17 2009

THE pay row between West Lothian’s binmen and the council has entered its second week with no resolution to the dispute in sight.Read

Susan Boyle draws 10 million viewers on ITV special I Dreamed a Dream: The Susan Boyle Story Dec 17 2009

THE world is a better place with Susan Boyle.Read

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