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Urgent safety fears remain over state of Erskine Church
22nd October 2026 | Common Riding NewsIt appears that no one is taking ANY responsibility Fresh concerns have been raised over the condition of Langholm’s landmark Erskine Church after a stoic local campaigner reported, again, what she believes are potentially dangerous structural issues affecting the beleaguered…
Legends, memories and milestones mark Langholm Cricket Club celebration
22nd October 2026 | Community Cricket Sport50 years since historic Border League triumph is commemorated in style Former players, club legends and supporters gathered at the Buccleuch Centre for a memorable evening celebrating Langholm Cricket Club’s historic 1976 Border League-winning team, alongside the club’s achievements in…
Dumfries bus service almost ready to roll: PSV drivers needed
22nd October 2026 | Community Lifestyle NewsAnnandale Community Transport Services is almost ready to launch its new bus service connecting Langholm and Dumfries. Their aim is to help connect communities, make journeys easier and bring people closer to the places they need to go. But firstly…
Langholm’s BIG BANG is sure to light up the sky
22nd October 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Community NewsLangholm’s Big Bang will once again light up Langholm’s skies on Sunday the 1st of November! The much-loved family event is returning for its eighth year since its resurrection in 2018. Muckle Toon Family Events is delighted to be welcoming…
From hidden gem to High Street hotspot
15th October 2026 | Community NewsAll the Small Things and the Affordable Angler relocate to more spacious premises ‘up the street’ All the Small Things and the Affordable Angler have moved further up Langholm High Street to where the pet shop was, prior to moving…
Congregations welcome Rev Lynn Brady
15th October 2026 | Common Riding Lifestyle NewsEskdale & Liddesdale Church of Scotlandlinked withCanonbie United Parish Church We are delighted to welcome Rev. Lynn Brady, who has been appointed by Presbytery as Interim Moderator for Eskdale and Liddesdale linked with Canonbie United Church of Scotland.We warmly welcome…
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?
Feedback welcome in our quest to keep the ‘Langholm Paper’ alive…
AOIFFION: Langholm's Ultimate Athlete
Athletics…by Calum Graham Last Saturday, 14-year-old Aoiffion McVittie Brangan from…
Rotary fundraiser brings out the willing walkers
176 participants from 35 groups set off from Langholm and…
Doreen Turns 100!
We have just heard from Maria Dalton, one of the…
Objectors have Over Cassock shooting range in their sights
Eskdalemuir CC is one of 27 against the plans, but…
Primary 7 pupils get to enjoy the great outdoors
Winmarleigh trip gives the youngsters a great adventure and a…
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
24th September 2026 | Farming and EnvironmentA little egret was spotted on the Esk at Langholm at the weekend. Although these birds have been seen on the Solway for many years now this is the first-known sighting of one here. They are beautiful white birds and…
Japanese Summer Camp for Langholm Karate Trio
24th September 2026 | Karate News SportExperience of a lifetime for dedicated Shotokan Karate Club members This summer, karate students from Scotland had the opportunity to travel to Japan to participate in the World Traditional Karate Organization (WTKO) International Summer Camp, held in Nagano from 30…
First Responders celebrate 20 years of being brilliant
24th September 2026 | Newcastleton NewsOne of Copshaw’s most valued voluntary groups reaches a milestone in its history this year with its twentieth anniversary. The Newcastleton First Responders Group was first formed in 2006 after the Liddesdale Ladies Amenities Group (LLAGS) decided to raise funds…
A committed Councillor and a really nice man
24th September 2026 | Lifestyle NewsMany organisations mourn the passing of Councillor Archie Dryburgh Archie Dryburgh, Councillor for Annandale East and Eskdale ward died last week after a long illness. He was an active and popular councillor for the area and was Dumfries and Galloway…
Questions mount over Wyseby Hill Energy Farm proposal
17th September 2026 | Canonbie Community News“It is important that people understand what is being proposed in the area” A group of community members are continuing to work hard behind the scenes to raise concerns and gather information about the proposed Wyseby Hill solar development and…
As the days shorten, Autumn gardening has lots still to enjoy
17th September 2026 | Lifestyle NewsGardening columnist, Helen Knowles tells us there is so much see before the big tidy-up starts It’s that time of year when many are thinking about tidying up the garden and getting ready for the coming winter months but there…
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
Threats of further extreme weather from El Niño compound the…
That Fringe Feeling…
Dumb Blond returns with a look at the festivities and…
Unfortunate start to new season for Milntown boys
Langholm’s first encounter of the new league season was against…
The show must go on...and it did!
Far from the pavilions of power…real life goes on By…
130 years of grand Holm Shows
It was – everybody agreed – a grand day for…
Jobs boost as Luna Textiles relocates to Buccleuch Mill
Major Relocation and Expansion to Historic Scottish Textile Mill It’s…
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
27th August 2026 | Farming and Environment NewsTemporary control zone in place covering the region By Gilly Fraser Livestock farmers in the south of Scotland have been dealt a double blow with the confirmation of cases of both bluetongue and BSE.A temporary control zone has been set…
All roads lead to the Castleholm
6th August 2026 | NewsTwo days of fine racing By Langholm Horse Racing AssociationWe held our last race meeting of the season on the Castleholm on Saturday 1st August 2026.The weather was kind on the day with a lot of sunshine. After this warm,…
Unique and wonderful Langholm does it again!
6th August 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Horse Racing Hounds NewsA special place with special people, special traditions and a marvellous Cornet in Tommy Hope
Death of much-loved brother leads to huge fund-raising effort
6th August 2026 | Farming and Environment NewcastletonSister’s goal is to raise awareness of mental‐health issues The sister of a young Cumbrian farmer who took his own life says he would be amazed to discover how much he was loved and valued.Niamh Gorton is organising a special…
MSP calls for urgent review of its mortuary guidance
6th August 2026 | Community NewsProspect of loved ones being transported to facilities further away Craig Hoy has called on the Scottish Government to urgently review its new mortuary security guidance following the closure of the mortuary facility at Thomas Hope Hospital in Langholm. Writing…
Making of Cornet's outfit comes home to Langholm
6th August 2026 | Arts and Entertainment Common Riding NewsLeila Hallam who lives at Holmfoot, Langholm is a dressmaker with a passion for vintage style. This year she made Cornet Hope’s breeches and jacket. Her only prior experience of creating garment for a man was March 2020, just before…
Pre-Common Riding Edition
Full to the brim with Common Riding info, nostalgia, stories…
Common Riding exhibition is quite an ‘Experience’
Be sure to visit over the next week or so!…
Langholm’s treasured fortnight begins all over again for 2026
Perfect weather as Cornet Hope leads seventy-plus riders to The…
Langholm to Dumfries bus service a possibility
ACTS is looking for vital feedback from potential users Annandale…
TV celebrity pays a visit to The Olive Tree
Copshaw folk were given the chance to do a bit…
The Eskdale Experience Exhibition Preview
Langholm heritage enthusiasts have curated and excellent Common Riding showcase…
20 years of XCEL Summer Trips
The Xcel Project is celebrating twenty years of offering trips…
Canonbie Brig parapet crushed
A reader from Canonbie got in touch to tell us…
Broadband on Langholm High Street 'lacks fibre'
Businesses frustrated by the slow roll-out Businesses and residents on…
Pureous Bunkumus 2026 style!
Copshaw Correspondent Gilly Fraser reports from the heart of it…
Graduation season brings three more local luminaries
Katie Adamson from Newcastleton graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University with…
