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West Lothian band Mark Sharp and the Bicycle Thieves.

Unsigned band set for album chart success

Lewis Capaldi has cancelled his upcoming tour, including two shows in Edinburgh, saying he is taking a break from touring “for the foreseeable future”. Photo: PA

Lewis Capaldi cancels Edinburgh gigs - how to get a refund

Part of the M8 in West Lothian will close overnight on Wednesday, June 7.

Drivers warned ahead of M8 closure

Instruction under way at Pottishaw in the coarse run by West Lothian Angling Association.

Arms raised in triumph on fishing introduction course

West Lothian grandfather Roger Turnbull is taking on nine mountains to raise money for his grandson Harris Trunbull.

Fundraiser launched to help toddler with rare genetic condition

Lewis Capaldi embarrassed presenter Naga Munchetty following an awkward mix-up on BBC Breakfast last September. “Would you like a room?” Munchetty said, with a surprised looking Capaldi asking: “Would I what?” After she repeated herself, Capaldi said: “I thought you said ‘a rim’.” The presenter gasped and covered her face in embarrassment, saying: “We’re going to have a little word with Lewis.”

Lewis Capaldi's 12 funniest moments

The most striking thing in the Netflix documentary is how Lewis struggles to cope with his mental health issues, which are compounded by his frustration at the lack of progress on songwriting for his second album, with the worldwide Covid pandemic and lockdown only adding to the problem. Normally known for his sense of humour, it is interesting and refreshing to see how honest and open Lewis is about his struggles with his mental health, something that can hit anyone hard, even chart topping singers.

10 things you learn about Lewis Capaldi in new documentary

Drivers are facing delays of 50 minutes after a lorry crash on the M8

Drivers facing delays of almost an hour after crash involving two lorries

There was still queuing traffic some time after the road was reopened.

Rush-hour crash on M8 closes carriageway

Big-hearted singer Lewis Capaldi has stepped in to help his near namesake dog to find a new home.

Lewis Capaldi helps dog find new home

Lewis Capaldi has opened up about suffering from 'imposter syndrome'.

Lewis Capaldi says he suffers from ‘imposter syndrome’

Lewis Capaldi has been 'unmasked' as Ghost in the latest Call of Duty advert

Lewis Capaldi answers the Call of Duty

West Lothian traffic: The eastbound carriageway of the M8 from Junction 5 to Junction 4 will be closed for nine nights.

Drivers warned as busy motorway closes for overnight works

West Lothian chart sensation Lewis Capaldi has launched his very own pizza range – joking that this could be his “true calling”.

Lewis Capaldi launches his own pizza brand

Lewis Capaldi surprised fans with a new single at his London O2 concert - and shared it live on live his TikTok stream.

Lewis Capaldi surprises fans with new single

Penicuik Athletic, Newtongrange Star, Dalkeith Thistle, Arniston Rangers, Whitehill Welfare and Easthouses Lily were in action on Saturday.

Midlothian football round-up: Mixed cup results for local sides
There were mixed cup results for Midlothian’s football teams on Saturday.

Future generations will want to learn about life under lockdown (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Covid lockdown: Boris Johnson was right, we did get through it – Susan Dalgety

Aidan Martin and his son Leon

Dad thanks hero health worker who saved his baby son from choking

An image released by Traffic Scotland shows the extend of the tailbacks on the M8 in the Bathgate and Whitburn area. PIC: Traffic Scotland/Twitter.

M8: Gridlock as call-out to 'person of concern' is followed by crash

Stacey Hutchison's son, Frankie, was diagnosed when he was 11 months old after months of seizures and repeated ‘blue light’ ambulance dashes to hospital.

West Lothian mum backs Dravet Syndrome campaign

Heriot-Watt University celebrate after winning their King Cup semi-final on penalties. Picture: Ben Kearney

Heriot-Watt University aiming to cap fine season with cup double

Preston Athletic saw off Lochgelly Albert 3-1 in front of a big crowd at Pennypit Park. Picture: Patrick McPartlin

East of Scotland: Preston edged out by Oakley; Whitburn win 12-0 to clinch title

Syngenta manager Gordon Wylde has led the Dyes to promotion from East of Scotland Conference X. Picture: Scott Louden

Syngenta and Whitburn title race boils down to final day shoot-out

Stock photo by Scott Louden.

West Lothian had 1,173 spoiled votes on election day

Scottish indie rockers The Snuts scored a number one with their debut album WL.

The Snuts reveal when new album will drop

West Lothian: Appeal launched after 15-year-old reported missing from Whitburn area

Appeal launched after 15-year-old reported missing from Whitburn area

Stock photo by LISA FERGUSON 09/11/2021

10,000 people respond to West Lothian 20mph survey
More than 10,000 people have told West Lothian Council what they think about the controversial Spaces for People programme which introduced new 20mph zones.

The multi-vehicle crash is causing delays.

M8 crash: Multi-vehicle collision brings delays during rush-hour incident

The Snuts became the first Scottish band in 14 years to enter at number one with their debut album.

The Snuts take aim at big corporations

The Snuts halted their headline show in Oxford on Sunday night, following what they say was inappropriate behaviour by some men in the audience.

The Snuts call out fans behaving like ‘animals’

West Lothian singer Lewis Capadi has made it onto a list of richest celebrities aged 30 and under in the UK.

Lewis Capaldi makes young stars rich list

David Brownlees from Whitburn was diagnosed with kidney cancer in January 2020.

Father diagnosed with gallstones actually had kidney cancer

The Snuts performed performed at Leeds Festival this weekend.

The Snuts describe festival set as ‘baptism of fire’

The Snuts have been added to the bill for this year's TRNSMT festival in Glasgow.

Whitburn's The Snuts join festival line-up

M8: A person has died after being hit by a car on a major Scottish motorway in West Lothian

A person has died after being hit by a car on a major Scottish motorway

Camelon Juniors FC captain Jack Simpson suffered a double compound leg break against Whitburn Juniors

Horrific injury for Camelon Juniors' captain Jack

Lewis Capaldi will document his rise to superstardom and the pressure of making his sophomore album in a new feature-length documentary film.

Lewis Capaldi film to be released

Lewis Capaldi is supporting old pals The Snuts.

Lewis Capaldi backs Whitburn pals The Snuts

West Lothian indie rockers The Snuts. Picture: Gaz Williamson.

The Snuts discuss hit debut album

If The Snuts debut at number one they will become the first Scottish band to do so since The View with their 2007 album, ‘Hats Off To The Buskers’.

Whitburn band The Snuts battle Demi Lovato for number one album chart spot

Lewis Capaldi has given fans an update on highly-anticipated second album.

Lewis Capaldi offers update on second album

Nikita with daughters Ava, four, and seven-year-old Kayden.

Mirror shame sparked Whitburn mum Nikita's 17 stone weight loss

Stephen and Ross will don superhero costumes picked out by Rachel's children to raise money on their run this Sunday

West Lothian superheroes to run marathon

The Snuts will play a live stream show at Stirling Castle to debut their album

The Snuts rent Stirling Castle for live stream show-off debut album

A new test centre will open in Whitburn

Covid testing centre launches in Whitburn

The Snuts new single raises awareness of a charity close to their hearts

The Snuts raise awareness of Scottish Refugee Council with new single

Pictures show the damage to Whitburn house following explosion which left one man in hospital

Pictures show the damage to Whitburn house following explosion

Dixon Road, Whitburn

Explosion in Whitburn lands one man in hospital as neighbours evacuate

Lewis Capaldi has released a limited edition Christmas jumper.

Lewis Capaldi releases his own Christmas jumper

Whitburn chart sensation Lewis Capaldi is set to release a 'finale' version of his debut album.

Lewis Capaldi announces new album

Devoted granny Kathryn Nicoll with grandchildren Kenneth (left) Grace (centre) and Luis (right).

West Lothian mother left blind due to lockdown delays in her treatment

Billy's family has spoken of their tragic loss.

Family release heartfelt statement after body of Billy McDowell found

Scots singer Lewis Capaldi has been turned into a doll.

Lewis Capaldi is turned into a doll

Lewis Capaldi on his date

Lewis Capaldi takes part in blind date experiment

Emergency services are in attendance

M8 crash: Road closure after police incident at West Lothian