‘Insult, apathy and indifference’
Week: 48 | 1st December 2022 | Community NewsCouncil slammed over response to Erskine eyesore petition Council bosses have been accused of “insulting” Langholm residents concerned about the state of the Erskine Church. A succession of owners has allowed the 155-year-old building, once a proud landmark in the…
The day the storm came
Week: 47 | 24th November 2022 | Community NewsRemembering Arwen, November 26, 2021 When Arwen stormed through Eskdale, it caused enormous amounts of devastation in the valley, bringing down thousands of trees. Reports of injury to people and property were limited but the destruction in our forests and…
It’s Conan the Unstoppable!
Week: 47 | 24th November 2022 | Athletics News SportNow Langholm running star aims to conquer America Langholm athletics star Conan Harper is to take a major step forward in his brilliant running career – in America. The S6 pupil, currently ranked number one in Scotland in the U-20…
After predator kills his hens, Wattie declares WAR!
Week: 47 | 24th November 2022 | Community NewsLiving alone in remote Winterhope, Wattie Rutherford’s only companions were his 18 hens. That was until they were targeted by a predatory mink – who over the course of just two weeks has systematically slaughtered the entire brood. The loss…
Compromise needed in land use debate
Week: 46 | 20th November 2022 | Farming and Environment NewsIn environmental terms, peatlands can be hero or villain, depending on how they’re treated. They store vast amounts of carbon, almost twice as much as all the world’s forests. However when they’re degraded, by burning or drainage they release the…
Copshaw residents divided over crossing
Week: 46 | 20th November 2022 | Newcastleton NewsProposals for new measures to make it safer to cross the road in the centre of Newcastleton have sparked a heated debate among villagers. A 20mph speed limit is already in place, with signs at either end of the village…
Gavin gets the gong!
Passionate volunteer recognised at top awards event Congratulations to E&L…
End of an era as John shuts up shop
Langholm legend to retire after 50 years behind counter A…
Tarras dream is now a reality
£2.2m community buy-out finally official after deal signed It’s official:…
Pyromusical Perfection
Hats off to the organisers and sponsors as thousands descend…
Rural communities may miss out on energy aid
People living in rural areas in Scotland could end up…
Langholm’s £1m windfarm windfall
Crossdykes deal pays off for communities Local projects…
Bomber is back with rugby royalty
Langholm rugby ace signs with Euro champs Saracens Langholm rugby…
Avian flu hits turkey supply
By Gilly Fraser Turkey could be off the menu for…
A walk on the mild side!
New handrail takes the pain out of Gaskells route A…
The Canonbie conspirator
Local man admits he sheltered murderers 24-year-old was ‘executed’ in…
Ladies' Burns Club celebrates 75 glorious years
Ladies enjoy speeches and afternoon tea on special anniversary day…
A blaze of colour on the canal
Once the transport arteries that stoked the fires of the…
Whita seat replaced
Week: 43 | 27th October 2022 | Common Riding Community NewsLangholm Walks Group, in cooperation with the Castle Craig’s Club, have replaced the old damaged seat at Whita Well.The new seat is made from recycled plastic and should last for 30 to 50 years. The plaque reads “Placed by Langholm…
Brighten your day: try growing pumpkins!
Week: 43 | 27th October 2022 | Community Gardening NewsVersatile plant is not just for Halloween, says E&L garden expert HELEN KNOWLES One of the best things about this time of year is the spectacular show of autumn colour on the trees and shrubs. Cercidiphyllum japonicum; the Katsura or…
Langholm war hero was my cousin!
Week: 43 | 27th October 2022 | Community NewsHarry, 85, will receive medal for lad killed in Cyprus The search for relatives of a Langholm soldier, who was killed in action nearly 70 years ago, has ended in success. Just hours after the E&L published the story of…
Business as usual for Langholm
Week: 42 | 21st October 2022 | Community SportLeague leaders in the crosshairs after clinical win HAWICK LINDEN 6 LANGHOLM 27 By Kenneth Pool After an enforced week off, due to a lack of a referee, Langholm were thankfully back in action on Saturday. It was only a…
Changing times – but as it prepares to celebrate 200 years Canonbie’s church remains a symbol of community
Week: 42 | 20th October 2022 | Community NewsCanonbie, October 2022: Anthony Lane, a Church of Scotland Elder, is cheerfully discussing the forthcoming bicentennial celebrations of Canonbie United Parish Church with our man from the E&L. Events being planned, he says, include ceilidhs, movie nights, Songs of Praise…
Search for family of hero Andy
Week: 42 | 20th October 2022 | Community NewsLangholm lad was victim of ‘forgotten war’ Nearly 400 died in Cyprus conflict He was a Langholm lad who fought and died for his country, in a conflict few of us have ever heard of. Now, 50 years after his…
All change at the Copshaw Kitchen
By Gilly Fraser A popular eating spot in Newcastleton is…
Marvellous Martha to the rescue
Young defender the pick of a brilliant bunch as girls…
Mortuary: DIY U-turn
Now undertaker WILL be able use hospital morgue Health chiefs…
A new HQ – and no kidding!
Xcel’s hub ‘opens the door to ambition’ in Langholm By…
Dumfries to host Agri & Rural Affairs Conference
Young farmers from across the country will be flocking to…
Winning Hearts and Minds
Club make it a day to remember for football-mad youngsters…
Burning with pride!
Our fire fighters the best in the land, says report…
A relay good effort!
Langholm runners help baton on 5,000-mile journey Langholm folk pulled…
It’s a DIY mortuary now!
• Another Langholm facility to close• Undertaker told ‘build his…
Magnificent 7 for Milntown men
Try blitz maintains unbeaten run with game in hand Langholm…
River Esk: ‘Action needed now’
Flood risk grows as council dithers over protection scheme There…
Church Service remembers HM Queen Elizabeth
RESPECTS: A Service of Remembrance for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth…
Langholm girls give their all
Week: 38 | 25th September 2022 | Football News SportEncouraging signs despite defeat in tough debut By Calum Graham Langholm’s Under 14 girls football team made their long-awaited match debut on the 3G pitch last weekend. Their opponents were Heston Rovers Utd from Dumfries, who currently play in the…
High street law firm to merge with Borders group
Week: 38 | 22nd September 2022 | Community NewsFamily business founded more than 50 years ago in Langholm A long-standing Langholm law firm has announced it is to merge with a company based in Galashiels. Stevenson and Johnstone was founded more than 50 years ago by Richard “Dick”…
COP this, Langholm
Week: 38 | 22nd September 2022 | Community NewsMuckle Toon chosen to host stage of global relay Langholm is to play its part in a global event spanning nearly 5,000 miles and involving 18 countries. And the organisers of the world’s longest non-stop relay are looking for folk…
January, February, now Langholm in November
Week: 37 | 16th September 2022 | Arts and Entertainment NewsSinger Barbara Dickson returns to The Buccleuch Award-winning singer Barbara Dickson will embark on a thirteen date UK tour in November, 2022 alongside her long-term keyboard player Nick Holland.“Playing live has always been my first love,” Barbara says, “and I…
Bumpy landing for Armstrong clan
Week: 37 | 15th September 2022 | Community NewsGilnockie event curtailed, but family’s visit a great success Neil Armstrong’s landing on the Moon was far from perfect. Piloting the fragile Eagle module as it hurtled just feet above the surface, the former test pilot realised the proposed landing…
‘A rock of stability, reassurance and compassion’
Week: 37 | 15th September 2022 | NewsTributes reveal how the Queen spanned political divides in her beloved Scotland The Queen’s love of Scotland was no secret. And, despite the often fractious relationship between governments on either side of the border and the growing clamour for independence…
Countdown begins for Armstrong visit
Langholm ready to greet astronaut’s family Excitement is building as…
Copshaw petrol station has proved to be a lifesaver
Having its own community-run petrol station has saved villagers in…
Keeping it Country in Langholm
Back by popular demand, following a sell-out tour last year,…
All set for new season at Milntown
Rugby The new rugby season kicks off on Saturday with…
‘It’s worse than Covid – but I’ll survive crisis!’
Brewer Stuart defiant as energy hikes threaten beer industry By…
Give us Hope for treatment
Anger grows as Langholm medical services disappear Concerns are growing…
Nicky's a Master Blaster!
Nicky P’s 151 keeps hopes alive as rain stops play…
Veronika's emotional thanks
A special show hosted by Fiona Armstrong raised more than…
From Russia, with love
Billionaire’s 300k gift saw Tarras Valley Nature Reserve over the…
Creation Mill delight at major funding boost
Textile team gears up for more community workshops The Langholm-based…
Buccleuch back in the black
Staycations boost Estate’s profits after pandemic Buccleuch has posted a…
We’re all football crazy now!
By Penny Johnstone The impact of the Lionesses historic win…
