What a brolly good show!
Week: 49 | 8th December 2022 | Community NewsLangholm’s wonderful Umbrella Walkers raise a record £30k There’s be a cost-of-living crisis, and Christmas is just days away – but the generosity of Langholm folk knows no bounds. This year’s Umbrella Walk, organised by the town’s Rotary Club, has…
‘There’s no justice!
Week: 49 | 8th December 2022 | Community NewsOutcry in court as killers’ accomplice walks free Community order and curfew for Canonbie man A Canonbie man, who helped two brutal killers flee the country, has been spared jail. Ross Neville was one of three people who sheltered Kane…
Langholm's Lights Fantastic
Week: 48 | 1st December 2022 | NewsAfter Bonfire Night triumph, yet another huge crowd attends the Christmas Lights Switch-On in Langholm See more photos in this week’s E&L available at your Newsagent or available online by subscription. Click HERE
We’re in the money!
Week: 48 | 1st December 2022 | Community NewsLocal projects share latest windfarm windfall cash A Langholm-based business, aimed at boosting our local textile industry, is to share in a £76,000 windfarm pay-out. Creation Mill is one of five projects which will benefit from the community benefit fund…
Tributes to true ‘Players’ Player’
Week: 48 | 1st December 2022 | Football News Sport250-game landmark for Legion servant Craig South Cup HAWICK LEGION 6 LANGHOLM LEGION 1 Legion crashed out of the South Cup at the weekend, overwhelmed by a far superior Hawick side. But with league survival foremost on their to-do list,…
‘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
Remembering Arwen, November 26, 2021 When Arwen stormed through Eskdale,…
It’s Conan the Unstoppable!
Now Langholm running star aims to conquer America Langholm athletics…
After predator kills his hens, Wattie declares WAR!
Living alone in remote Winterhope, Wattie Rutherford’s only companions were…
Compromise needed in land use debate
In environmental terms, peatlands can be hero or villain, depending…
Copshaw residents divided over crossing
Proposals for new measures to make it safer to cross…
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
Week: 44 | 3rd November 2022 | NewsBy Gilly Fraser Turkey could be off the menu for many families this Christmas as poultry producers continue to battle what they describe as their version of foot and mouth in the UK’s biggest ever avian flu outbreak. And those…
A walk on the mild side!
Week: 44 | 3rd November 2022 | Community NewsNew handrail takes the pain out of Gaskells route A popular outdoor route near Langholm is once again open to all, thanks to the efforts of local walking enthusiasts. Gaskells Walk is part of a scenic three-mile trail which begins…
The Canonbie conspirator
Week: 44 | 3rd November 2022 | NewsLocal man admits he sheltered murderers 24-year-old was ‘executed’ in brutal knife attack A Canonbie man was instrumental in helping two convicted killers flee the country after a brutal Carlisle stabbing. Ross Neville was one of three people who sheltered…
Ladies' Burns Club celebrates 75 glorious years
Week: 43 | 28th October 2022 | Community NewsLadies enjoy speeches and afternoon tea on special anniversary day Last week, 29 members of Langholm Ladies Burns Club met at the Buccleuch Centre to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the club. President Nancy McLure welcomed everyone and read the…
A blaze of colour on the canal
Week: 43 | 27th October 2022 | Lifestyle News ReportersOnce the transport arteries that stoked the fires of the industrial revolution, today Scotland’s canals are home to cyclists and social enterprises rather than coal scows and Clydesdale horses. Passing through some of Scotland’s most beautiful landscapes and the bustling…
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!
Versatile plant is not just for Halloween, says E&L garden…
Langholm war hero was my cousin!
Harry, 85, will receive medal for lad killed in Cyprus…
Business as usual for Langholm
League leaders in the crosshairs after clinical win HAWICK LINDEN…
Changing times – but as it prepares to celebrate 200 years Canonbie’s church remains a symbol of community
Canonbie, October 2022: Anthony Lane, a Church of Scotland Elder,…
Search for family of hero Andy
Langholm lad was victim of ‘forgotten war’ Nearly 400 died…
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!
Week: 40 | 6th October 2022 | Community NewsLangholm runners help baton on 5,000-mile journey Langholm folk pulled out all the stops to play their part in a global relay race. The Running Out of Time Relay is an eye-catching and ambitious warm-up to next month’s United Nations…
It’s a DIY mortuary now!
Week: 40 | 6th October 2022 | Community News• Another Langholm facility to close• Undertaker told ‘build his own’ morgue A funeral director in Langholm has been told to build his own DIY mortuary, after a shock decision to close existing facilities in the town. David Erskine says…
Magnificent 7 for Milntown men
Week: 39 | 29th September 2022 | News Rugby SportTry blitz maintains unbeaten run with game in hand Langholm 39-26 Dunbar By Kenneth Pool Langholm’s first home game of the season proved to be a 12-try bonanza in the sunshine at Milntown. And the 39-26 win over a dogged…
River Esk: ‘Action needed now’
Week: 39 | 29th September 2022 | Community NewsFlood risk grows as council dithers over protection scheme There are calls for urgent action to sort out the increasingly chaotic state of the river Esk in Langholm. Fears have already been raised about a build-up of gravel and weeds…
Church Service remembers HM Queen Elizabeth
Week: 38 | 25th September 2022 | Community NewsRESPECTS: A Service of Remembrance for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth was held at Langholm Parish Church on Sunday, attended by John Hammond, a deputy Lord Lieutenant of Dumfriesshire. Also in attendance were Margaret Pool of the Worship Committee, and veterans…
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
Family business founded more than 50 years ago in Langholm…
COP this, Langholm
Muckle Toon chosen to host stage of global relay Langholm…
January, February, now Langholm in November
Singer Barbara Dickson returns to The Buccleuch Award-winning singer Barbara…
Bumpy landing for Armstrong clan
Gilnockie event curtailed, but family’s visit a great success Neil…
‘A rock of stability, reassurance and compassion’
Tributes reveal how the Queen spanned political divides in her…
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…
