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Jardine's late score earns Langholm Shield success
5th November 2026 | Rugby SportRUGBY…by Kenneth Pool…Langholm 20 – Edinburgh Northern 18 Langholm RFC welcomed Edinburgh Northern RFC to Milntown for a fixture in Round 2 of the National Shield competition. With pleasant sunny weather, no wind and a good firm pitch, the large…
Newcastleton is Scottish gateway to Reiver Trails
5th November 2026 | Lifestyle NewcastletonA key milestone in an ambitious scheme to develop ten waymarked recreational routes through the historic land of the Border Reivers has been reached in Newcastleton which is now home to a new information board. The routes span over 200…
Connon calls for more money for agriculture
5th November 2026 | Farming and EnvironmentNFU Scotland is calling on the Scottish Government to increase annual agricultural support from approximately £677 million to £860 million, an uplift of at least £183 million, protected against inflation through to 2030 and beyond. President Andrew Connon says farmers…
Experts explore the future of Reid & Taylor Site
5th November 2026 | Community News…“no illusions about the scale of the challenge ahead and there are no quick fixes” A group of experts from across Scotland visited Langholm last week to help explore possible futures for the former Reid & Taylor mill site. The…
Council vows action after damning bridges report
29th October 2026 | Community NewsReview identifies inspection backlogs and management gaps A bridges and structures improvement action plan has been developed by Dumfries and Galloway Council in response to a review carried out by external consultants. It took into account the previous work that…
From Munros to the Southern Alps: Mark Hallam’s airborne journey
29th October 2026 | Arts and EntertainmentOn Wednesday 18th November Mark Hallam will be presenting another audio-visual show, on behalf of Langholm Rotary with all proceeds going to Langholm’s treasure, The Buccleuch Centre. Cost is £10 on door or via buccleuchcentre.com. In common with Neil Armstrong,…
Farmer Ben brings out the ‘Best’ in family farms
Dalscone Farm wins ‘Content Creator of the Year’ A Dumfries…
Myretown maintains perfect Kelso record
Myretown began the journey to get his career back on…
Review looks at easing wind farm restrictions around Eskdalemuir
An independent review has been commissioned into ways of reducing…
Urgent safety fears remain over state of Erskine Church
It appears that no one is taking ANY responsibility Fresh…
Burnfoot Wool receives some unexpected visitors
As business expands, 22 Canadians pay a visit to the Ewes…
Legends, memories and milestones mark Langholm Cricket Club celebration
50 years since historic Border League triumph is commemorated in…
Dumfries bus service almost ready to roll: PSV drivers needed
Annandale Community Transport Services is almost ready to launch its…
Langholm’s BIG BANG is sure to light up the sky
Langholm’s Big Bang will once again light up Langholm’s skies…
From hidden gem to High Street hotspot
All the Small Things and the Affordable Angler relocate to…
Congregations welcome Rev Lynn Brady
Eskdale & Liddesdale Church of Scotlandlinked withCanonbie United Parish Church…
Top of table triumph against Gala Hotspur
Football…by Robert McLean On Saturday afternoon the boys welcomed Gala…
Dozens on O2 network without signal for days
Several mobile providers affected by major failure A number of…
Is the E&L an important part of life in the commuity?
8th October 2026 | E&L Life NewsFeedback welcome in our quest to keep the ‘Langholm Paper’ alive Most local newspapers and media across Scotland find it financially challenging to keep going and yet believe that local news is a key part of our social infrastructure and vital…
AOIFFION: Langholm's Ultimate Athlete
8th October 2026 | NewsAthletics…by Calum Graham Last Saturday, 14-year-old Aoiffion McVittie Brangan from Langholm was invited to take part in the Sprint Fastest Indoor Championship at Glasgow’s International Arena. It was similar to the recently televised Ultimate Athletics Championships, which the top ranked…
Rotary fundraiser brings out the willing walkers
8th October 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Canonbie News176 participants from 35 groups set off from Langholm and Canonbie to raise funds for their organisations A total of 176 walkers took part, with 109 setting off from Langholm and 67 from Canonbie, representing 35 groups. Although attendance was…
Doreen Turns 100!
8th October 2026 | E&L Life NewsWe have just heard from Maria Dalton, one of the home carers in Langholm, to tell us that local resident Doreen Nichol of Greenbank recently reached the grand old age of 100.Her birthday was on 21st September and she said…
Objectors have Over Cassock shooting range in their sights
1st October 2026 | Community Eskdalemuir NewsEskdalemuir CC is one of 27 against the plans, but 46 letters of support received A proposal to create a permanent rifle training facility near Eskdalemuir is set to go before Dumfries and Galloway councillors next week, with planning officers…
Primary 7 pupils get to enjoy the great outdoors
1st October 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Lifestyle News SchoolWinmarleigh trip gives the youngsters a great adventure and a chance to teambuild Primary seven pupils at Langholm have just enjoyed a week of activities at Winmarleigh Hall near Preston.They enjoyed raft building, trapeze, problem solving, archery tag, a giant…
Bella gets MOTM as Langholm wins at Porty
Rugby…by Kenneth Pool…Portobello 8 Langholm 15 Langholm travelled to Cavalry…
Langholm ends show season with a fine finale
The 174th Langholm Show By Mairi Telford Jammeh The 2026…
Two more wind farms for the immediate vicinity
Muirhall receive government consent for Hopsrig and Loganhead Two proposed…
Scottish reform plans face local scrutiny
D&G Council says local democracy key to success Dumfries and…
A rare visitor to our waters
A little egret was spotted on the Esk at Langholm…
Japanese Summer Camp for Langholm Karate Trio
Experience of a lifetime for dedicated Shotokan Karate Club members…
First Responders celebrate 20 years of being brilliant
One of Copshaw’s most valued voluntary groups reaches a milestone…
A committed Councillor and a really nice man
Many organisations mourn the passing of Councillor Archie Dryburgh Archie…
Questions mount over Wyseby Hill Energy Farm proposal
“It is important that people understand what is being proposed…
As the days shorten, Autumn gardening has lots still to enjoy
Gardening columnist, Helen Knowles tells us there is so much…
Langholm Show - still time for entries
The Langholm Show this year is the 174th one ever…
Wild Goats at the Holm Show
Wild goats played a starring role at the Holm Show…
Cracking the stonewall on River Esk gravel issue
10th September 2026 | Community NewsThreats of further extreme weather from El Niño compound the problem as councillors and politicians face up to the impasse with environmental groups he issue of resilience for the area was discussed at the Langholm, Ewes and Westerkirk Community council…
That Fringe Feeling…
10th September 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Lifestyle News Young ReportersDumb Blond returns with a look at the festivities and their effect on Edinburgh life Edinburgh is always busy. Let’s start there…but anyone who lives, or has lived, or even visits can tell there is a different definition of busy…
Unfortunate start to new season for Milntown boys
10th September 2026 | Rugby SportLangholm’s first encounter of the new league season was against Murrayfield Wanderers at Milntown on Saturday.Wanderers, who finished 3rd in East League 1 last season, are seen as one of the stronger sides in the league and they proved to…
The show must go on...and it did!
10th September 2026 | Farming and Environment NewsFar from the pavilions of power…real life goes on By Mairi Telford Jammeh Without the main focus of the show being sheep the organisers delivered an excellent programme with the spotlight moved to dogs. And dogs of every variety came…
130 years of grand Holm Shows
3rd September 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Lifestyle NewcastletonIt was – everybody agreed – a grand day for a Show. And it was – everybody agreed – a grand Holm Show, a totally fitting celebration of 130 years and not showing its age one tiny little bit. The…
Jobs boost as Luna Textiles relocates to Buccleuch Mill
3rd September 2026 | NewsMajor Relocation and Expansion to Historic Scottish Textile Mill It’s great news for Langholm that a textile company has moved here to take advantage of local skills and Scottish product. Luna Textiles Ltd, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of…
Foresight and funders create impressive new club extension
New Town Bowlers now have a useful bar and social…
Langholm Show, too, takes the responsible approach
With Langholm Show just three weeks away, the organisers have…
50 years on, Langholm cricketers top another league
Thirteen straight wins since Nunwick defeat By Graham Park In…
Great turnout for Canonbie Show
By Janice Sheppard The sun was shining for Canonbie’s annual…
Double disease blow for D&G farmers
Temporary control zone in place covering the region By Gilly…
All roads lead to the Castleholm
Two days of fine racing By Langholm Horse Racing AssociationWe…
Unique and wonderful Langholm does it again!
A special place with special people, special traditions and a…
Death of much-loved brother leads to huge fund-raising effort
Sister’s goal is to raise awareness of mental‐health issues The…
MSP calls for urgent review of its mortuary guidance
Prospect of loved ones being transported to facilities further away…
Making of Cornet's outfit comes home to Langholm
Leila Hallam who lives at Holmfoot, Langholm is a dressmaker…
Pre-Common Riding Edition
Full to the brim with Common Riding info, nostalgia, stories…
