West Lothian

A rare coastal gem just steps from the beach, this charming, detached home in Portobello blends period character with modern style. Set within a beautifully landscaped walled garden, 19 Bedford Terrace features vaulted pine ceilings, exposed beams, and a striking stained-glass window. Already under offer, having been available for offers over £575,000, this unique home offers versatile family living in a peaceful setting just moments from Portobello’s vibrant High Street and promenade.

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The heart of the home lies in the open-plan kitchen, dining, and family living area. A stunning, light-filled space with contemporary finishes.

Five-bedroom home with summerhouse and triple garage

At around 3.20am on Thursday, May, 8, a white Cupra Leon, with registration plate DA72 NWL was stolen from Byrehope Road in West Lothian

Investigation launched after car theft

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Care home cafe set to close within weeks unless rescue plan produced

Whitburn residents say foodstuff and household rubbish dumped in back bags at bin stores are a magnet for rats

Residents plagued by rats as rubbish dumped beside bins

Gregor Poynton MP in Borxburn.

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Gregor Poynton MP in Borxburn.

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Staff working in Alter Tech's Livingston plant

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From left, Construction Manager, John Shields, Construction Director Kevin Ferris, Gregor Poynton MP, Managing Director Neil Parry

Housing needs discussed during visit to Livingston development

The search of the property in Banchory was carried out on Sunday morning.

Two charged after drugs and weapons found during series of raids

The five acre site bounding Roosevelt Road and the railway line running through the village.

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A property in Badger Meadows, Broxburn, was broken into

Police looking for thieves who broke into home and made off with car

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Livingston Skatepark was listed a category B structure by Historic Environment Scotland. The listing ensures its significance will inform decisions about its future.

Plans submitted to revamp ‘legendary’ skatepark visited by Tony Hawk

West Lothian pensioner reporter missing traced safe and well
A 70-year-old woman, reported missing from West Lothian earlier in the week, has been traced safe and well.
Neil Johnstone

Police launch appeal to trace missing teen last seen three days ago

An exterior image of Millgate Lawns’ Allan house type.

Cala Homes pledges programme of community support for West Lothian village

Police hunt balaclava-clad man following house break-in

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Graham Stevenson, Owner of Home Instead West Lothian, holding copies of their 'Spot the Signs' checklist

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Kerry photographed a rat emerging from its fence line hole into her garden

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Gregor Poynton MP visiting the EDF Pearie Law wind farm in the Livingston constituency.

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Andrew Taggart with Selm Muir behind him. Picture by Nigel Duncan

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West Lothian teen charged after drugs valued at £250,000 recovered

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Gregor Poynton MP and Scottish Labour's candidate for the Bathgate constituency, Jenny Young.

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Police issue warning after reports of unlicensed tattooist

Cllr Conn and HcL CEO Kelvin Cochrane

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The overnight roadworks are due to take place later this month.

M8 overnight carriageway closures for two nights

A police officer tickets a car parked at the foot of the Bathgate precinct in January 2020

West Lothian town fights against new parking regulation plans

Appeal after suspected commercial fly-tipping in West Lothian

Reid told police officers the gun was upstairs (Picture: Police Scotland)

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A police officer tickets a car parked at the foot of the Bathgate precinct in January 2020.

Town fighting plans to pay for parking calls for wardens return

Drug traffickers who ran massive Valium operation jailed

Police are appealing for information following the armed robbery at the Mid Calder Convenience Store on Bank Street on Monday.

Gang rob store armed with imitation gun, meat cleaver and hammer

From 1st April 200,000 Scots will get a pay rise.

Labour raises wages of up to 2,500 local workers in West Lothian

Ian Macleod Distillers hosted the event.

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Upon arrival, the property's attractive stone exterior, well-maintained lawns, and double garage create instant kerb appeal.

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Six possums are being cared for at Five Sisters Zoo in West Lothian after being found abandoned outside a Lidl supermarket.

Local zoo caring for six possums 'abandoned' outside Lidl store