Out Now!.....this week's E&L
A danner for Doddie
15th January 2021 | Community NewsDODDIE Weir’s story has touched the rugby world. He played his club rugby in southern Scotland and earned 61 caps playing for Scotland. Many of us grew up watching him play. But now he is taking on his biggest battle…
Kerry’s passion for town lands her the dream job
11th January 2021 | Community NewsTHE Langholm Alliance has announced the appointment of its project assistant to work with its community enterprise manager, Nicol Nicolson. Kerry Wonfor, who has lived in the town for 13 years, previously worked for Edinburgh Woollen Mill, initially at its…
A Kiwi Christmas
8th January 2021 | NewsLangholm lass sends positive vibes from a land down under
More infectious virus forces new lockdown
7th January 2021 | NewsMeasures close schools and businesses as vaccine is rolled out
Better early warning system to be devised
29th December 2020 | NewsNewcastleton villagers are urged to protect their own houses
Ploughing halted after breach of conditions
27th December 2020 | NewsForestry watchdog steps in to investigate the loss of deep peat
From King Herod to the Grinch ....
A Christmas message from Rev Morag Crossan
Have yourself a Merry LITTLE Christmas now
It’s a Level Four lockdown from Saturday
Reindeer are flying
ALAN Miller’s new tartan reindeer are flying off the shelves…
Lucy speaks for the arts on cultural body
Langholm creative joins DG Unlimited to help support recovery
Kevin moves to new post
But he will keep an eye on moor
New looms help secure Langholm mill’s future
Drove Weavers expands its capability to meet greater demand
Camera plan will combat the lack of police presence
Copshaw’s rural isolation adds to concerns
Wetter winters and more hot summers
Met Office says emissions must be cut to avoid extreme…
A comprehensive report from Councillor Ronnie Tait
ONE of the most contentious issues brought to my attention…
Council refuses to endorse sports centre proposals
Flood plain causes yet more planning problems
Amazing ceremony for wildlife watchers
Shortlisted Newcastleton group is celebrated at awards night
2020 Magic Lantern Show
ONE of Langholm’s theatre companies is determined to do its…
Langholm store marks 20 years of shopping
4th December 2020 | Community NewsCo-op staff look forward to 2021 and arrival of a post office
Vaccination roll-out is imminent: NHS chief
3rd December 2020 | NewsImmunisation of high-priority groups will start next week
NHS seeks input on plan
2nd December 2020 | NewsHealth and social care and support are at centre of discussions
Happy 400th birthday as town marks charter
27th November 2020 | Community NewsAlliance invites groups to host events in run-up to main event
200m high turbines for two Eskdale sites
26th November 2020 | NewsDeveloper pledges £900,000 a year for nearby communities
Pupils’ designs are a reminder of the past
25th November 2020 | Community News SchoolLangholm’s textile history inspires bold and striking creations
Non-essential trips to England are banned
First Minister announces tougher restrictions to beat the virus
Riverbank erosion puts A7 in danger
Residents voice their fears as three metres of banking disappear
Tune into Open Country broadcast
TWO historic community land buyouts have been agreed in Eskdale…
Langholm jockey hangs up stirrups
LANGHOLM jockey Dale Irving announced his retirement last Friday after…
Cannabis oil producer given substantial grant
Langholm business to create more than 50 jobs in the…
EWM collapses with 750 jobs lost
About 40 staff are made redundant as administrators take over
Village could be the gateway to new park
Newcastleton would sit in a unique position as an attraction
Make your own handbag
PILES of waste fabric, which were destined to be thrown…
40 jobs lost in Langholm as EWM collapses
SEVEN hundred and fifty jobs at Edinburgh Woollen Mill have…
EWM PLACED INTO ADMINISTRATION
Edinburgh Woollen Mill and Ponden Home have been placed into…
Roadmap to success is in everyone’s hands
Langholm Alliance manager says he is here to get things…
Historic deal to buy moor agreed
Duke will sell 5,200 acres to community for a nature…
Scotland’s orchestra, digitally
3rd November 2020 | Arts and Entertainment ReviewTHE Royal Scottish National Orchestra is bringing audiences its first digital season over the coming months. The performances will be filmed live for audiences in the RSNO’s studio. The concerts are a reimagining of its 2020:21 season and feature many…
Community buys Langholm Moor
2nd November 2020 | Community NewsSOUTHERN Scotland’s largest community buyout is set to go ahead after one of the most ambitious community fundraising campaigns ever held. The Langholm Initiative has agreed a deal with Buccleuch to buy 5,200 acres of Langholm Moor after raising the…
Day earns extension to save retail empire
1st November 2020 | NewsHigh Court grants EWM Group two more weeks to save firm
Flu vaccine campaign for over 65s is on target
30th October 2020 | NewsEligible patients will receive a letter soon for an appointment
Great new plans for old favourite
29th October 2020 | NewsOwners have fresh outlook for Langholm’s Crown Hotel
Pick up a pumpkin
26th October 2020 | Community NewsTHERE’LL be fewer ghostly goings-on this Halloween but don’t despair. To cheer up everyone, Langholm Regeneration Group has organised some autumnal fun for the town’s younger generation. From this Saturday the High Street shops and other businesses in the town…
Time is running out to buy town’s moorland
It’s a race to the finish as deadline of October…
Kelso’s quality field
Horseracing
Day of reckoning
EWM chain’s future is in doubt if group’s owner saves…
Flood Scheme Forum
RESIDENTS living in riverside properties in Langholm have voiced their…
Langholm Loves Local launched
LANGHOLM is bouncing back with a new initiative to make…
Luke takes league title
Bowling
New coronavirus rules will not help industry
Hotel owner criticises Scottish government for unclear message
Return to rugby is postponed for three months
CLUB and school rugby will not return to competition until…
Pandemic infects iconic retail brand
More unemployment as Day puts EWM Group in administration
Villagers welcome a 20mph limit trial
Newcastleton’s streets will be safer for pedestrians and drivers
EWM TO CLOSE 200 STORES IN NEXT FORTNIGHT
24,000 Jobs are at risk
