News
Fears over A and E cuts plan
The accident and emergency service at St John’s Hospital in Livingston may be slashed after plans were unveiled this week by NHS Lothian.
Appeal for witnesses
OFFICERS from British Transport Police (BTP) are appealing for information after a man was racially abused on a train travelling between Glasgow and Edinburgh last night, Thursday, May 23.
Constructing careers for the girls
DEPUTY First Minister Nicola Sturgeon met Bo’ness Academy girls yesterday (Thursday) at a Forth Replacement Crossing event to promote construction careers for young women.
Appeal for missing SQ man
POLICE in Queensferry are appealing for help in tracing a man who has gone missing from his home.
SKY HIGH ROAD BRIDGE OFFER
TRIPS to the top of the Forth Road Bridge to mark its 50th anniversary will be held over seven weekends next summer.
Rose match abandoned after death of club official
FOOTY fans were left shocked on Wednesday when a Super League match was called off after a club official died.
Sport
Advice ahead of Emirates cup final
POLICE are advising Rose supporters travelling to the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup Final on Sunday, June 2, to plan ahead and arrive early.
Bo’ness confident ahead of game
BO’NESS United take on Camelon at Carmuirs Park tomorrow (Saturday), with the upper hand in their encounters this season to date.
Rose must win at Broxburn to book final
The Rose this week eased their way closer to another cup final with a win over Ballingry in the Fife and Lothians Cup quarter-final.
Great effort from St Josephs’ Primary
GIRLS from St Joseph’s Primary came out top at the latest P7 Netball Festival in Linlithgow.
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THE 2013 cricket season is now well under way and our photographer, Gordon McBrearty, caught up with the latest action down at Boghall, Linlithgow.
Medal success for Bo’ness swimmers
BO’NESS ASC age group development squad secured 13 medals plus personal bests (PBs) at the Dumfries Open Meet held at Dumfries Sports Centre.
Lifestyle
Property - do-it-yourself
If you’ve watched one episode of Grand Designs too many and have been bitten by the self-build bug, be prepared for a bumpy ride.
Done roman? get the villa look
An airy, elegant home with decorative tiles and nature-inspired murals, where the outdoors blends seamlessly with the indoors, would be an enviable property by today’s standards.
BBC needs to think again...
Pay now, or pay later...”, “You can’t beat the system” and “It won’t take us long to find you.”
Property - Do-it-yourself tips
One of the best ways to make your home more suited to your needs, especially if you have a growing family or want to work from home, is to add a bedroom.
Relic-filled homes to relish
There’s an almost tangible feeling of calm and comfort as you enter Alex Legendre’s house with its muted palette of earthy colours, lath and plaster walls, wide reclaimed floorboards and collection of quirky treasures.
Linlithgow Players have a successful run
LINLITHGOW Players broke new ground last week with their production of ‘Cage Birds’ by David Campton and ‘Three More Sleepless Nights’ by Caryl Churchill.
Community
Piping championships this Saturday
The British Pipe Band Championships are taking place tomorrow in Bathgate tomorrow (Saturday).
Denise steps out to tackle violence
As domestic abuse is highlighted extensively in the media, one Linlithgow based dancer is hoping she can help tackle the major issue locally.
Visitors flock to Queensferry Birdfair
THOUSANDS of wildlife lovers flocked to Hopetoun House at the weekend for the award winning Scottish Birdfair.
Alice sparkles on her 100th birthday!
BIRTHDAY girl Alice Bates had 100 reasons to celebrate on Wednesday, with the Bo’ness resident reaching her centenary milestone.
Linlithgow Street Fayre is great success
A COLD breeze was not enough to stop droves blowing in for the Deacon’s Court street fayre last Saturday.
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Weather for Linlithgow
Saturday 25 May 2013
Today
Sunny
Temperature: 6 C to 17 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
Wind direction: West
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 9 C to 16 C
Wind Speed: 14 mph
Wind direction: South west
