
Out Now!.....this week's E&L

Langholm groups reap rewards from the wind
23rd February 2021 | Community NewsThousands are paid by the Ewe Hill 6 windfarm to organisations

A big surprise
20th February 2021 | NewsCongratulations to Rowanburn couple

Study identifies top 10 projects for funding
18th February 2021 | Community NewsNearly 1,000 ideas proposed on how to use windfarm grants

Reconnecting artists and audiences
17th February 2021 | Arts & EntertainmentDUMFRIES & Galloway Arts Festival is moving to July and going online. The objective in 2021 is to reconnect with artists, audiences and the performing arts network, creating lasting connections after a long and difficult period of isolation. With a…

Mill workers enjoy a cuppa
16th February 2021 | NostalgiaTHIS photo of some of the Reid & Taylor mill workers enjoying a break on the grass was taken after the war.There is no exact date but it was before the Scott Hay gallery was built.Some of the women are…

Operation to change boy’s life costs £25k
16th February 2021 | NewsJoshua turned down in Scotland but Liverpool hospital steps in

Do not feed
Horse nearly dies from treats

Sports centre redesign is to be scaled back
Flood plain and funding challenge force rethink on Townfoot

Feedback will aid bridge plan
Developer seeks views on active travel

Multi-purpose centre will attract thousands
Langholm’s regeneration is on track for an enterprising future

GP practices join list of vaccination venues
Over 70s can be vaccinated in the first two weeks…

No police here
Crimes go unreported and unrecorded

Mass testing deployed after cases spike at 41
Langholm and Eskdale has highest number of cases in district

New company will run nature reserve
Estate manager will be recruited to implement moorland plan

Course to help women set up their own business comes to Liddesdale
LIDDESDALE has been chosen as one of three rural areas…

Eskdale COVID-19 cases second highest
Esk valley comes second only to Gretna in the whole…

Rail group argues its case to UK review body
Extension to Carlisle will bring economic and social benefits

Over 80s welcome call to receive vaccination
The most elderly in Langholm will be vaccinated from next…

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…

EWM is sold but not all jobs will be saved
14th January 2021 | NewsCRITICISM has been levelled at the way Tuesday’s sale of high street retailer Edinburgh Woollen Mill has been processed. The deal was hailed as having saved hundreds of jobs at EWM and Ponden Home, which have been in administration since…

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
Forestry watchdog steps in to investigate the loss of deep…

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
7th December 2020 | Community NewsONE of Langholm’s theatre companies is determined to do its bit to bring some cheer and light to the town which faces many challenges on top of the COVID-19 pandemic. Normally, Centre Stage Community Theatre would be preparing for 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
Langholm’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…