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Mon, 10 Mar 2025 15:49:28 +0000Gemma McVeigh was as a woman of 'great faith and courage', mourners hear
The late Gemma McVeigh will be remembered for her "bright eyes," "sweet smile," and "sense of fun," mourners have heard.
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:32:26 +0000Vigilance urged as second case of foot and mouth detected
AGRICULTURE Minister Andrew Muir has reiterated his call for livestock owners in Northern Ireland to remain vigilant following a second case of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Europe.
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:07:52 +0000Enniskillen Bomb: New claims around PIRA atrocity must be investigated, say families
FAMILIES whose loved ones were killed and injured during the Enniskillen Bomb have said that while the PIRA was responsible for the atrocity, recent claims about British and Irish intelligence must be fully investigated.
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:10:47 +0000Enniskillen chef looking to cook up a winning dish on hit BBC show
Enniskillen chef Marty McAdam is ready to do battle over the stove in Northern Ireland heat of BBC hit show, "The Great British Menu"
Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:27:37 +0000Nine-day event of prayer and reflection to begin at The Graan
A special nine-day event of prayer and reflection is set to begin at The Graan
Sun, 09 Mar 2025 19:37:22 +0000Fire services attend roadside gorse blaze on Laghy Road
Gardai and fire service crews were called into action this evening to tackle a gorse fire ahout 5km from Pettigo on the Laghy Road, around the Fincashel townland.
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 11:39:00 +0000Bail granted man (54) on two domestic abuse charges
Robert Wegrzynowski of Mackan is granted bail after police raise no objection, but is warned by the Judge not to contact injured party.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:26:00 +0000Bail is denied to young defendant as Judge tells them that they have "crossed a line"
Young defendant with 68 previous breaches is refused bail at Enniskillen Magistrate's Court following an alleged assault last week.
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 11:16:00 +0000Young defendant warned by Judge they are on "thin ice"
Bail is granted following a number of breaches as the defendant is given final warning by the Judge.
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fermanagh entrepreneurs win £10k each for innovative ideas
Two Fermanagh entrepreneurs, Romona Harron Harding (Net VRAI) and Shelley Cowan (Travel Ease), have each received a £10,000 grant through the InnovateWest Initiative, backed by Techstart Ventures and The Workhouse.
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000Fermanagh artist scoops two awards at RTÉ Folk Awards
Fermanagh artist RÓIS has won Best Original Folk Track for Caoine and Best Emerging Artist at the RTÉ Folk Awards.
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000Book launched on life of World War II Fermanagh resistance hero
A new book by Marion Maxwell celebrates the life of Monica de Wichfeld, a Fermanagh-born WWII resistance hero.
Sat, 08 Mar 2025 22:31:08 +0000Former senior police officer Gerard O’Callaghan dies
Former senior police officer Gerard O’Callaghan MBE has passed away peacefully at South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen. A respected former Border Commander of the RUC GC and PSNI, he is remembered for his dedication and service. Funeral details a...
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 14:35:00 +0000Teresa Godfrey’s new poetry collection receives warm welcome at Ardhowen
Predicting the size of a poetry audience is never easy, but I’m delighted to say that the launch of How Will They Name Us? at the Ardhowen last Thursday, February 27th, drew a fantastic crowd.
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:05:00 +0000Cyclists roll to Fivemiletown for a wheel-y good cause
Cycling enthusiasts and community members gathered on Saturday, February 22, for the Clabby Parish Church Vintage Cycle Run, an event that celebrated classic bicycles while raising funds for the church.
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:06:00 +0000Minister visits local businesses to discuss environmental initiatives
Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald visited Derrylin businesses Mannok and Encirc to discuss their environmental initiatives
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000“It’s a great way to be seen” – Fermanagh teen joins Glór Tíre
Conor Owens, an 18-year-old farmer from Fermanagh, is set to be the youngest contestant on TG4’s Glór Tíre 2025, Ireland’s hit country music contest.
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:25:18 +0000School raises more than £3K for charity through 'hugely successful' tractor run
A school has raised more than £3,000 for Air Ambulance Northern Ireland through their charity tractor run.
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:18:36 +0000Oisín McGrath Foundation invites applications for athlete grants
The Oisín McGrath Foundation is inviting young athletes and clubs to apply for grants
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:06:27 +0000Funding available to support young people in music and performing arts
The Joan Trimble Bursary Awards, administered by the Fermanagh Trust, are open for applications
Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:00:23 +0000Dungannon Chamber of Commerce launches new initiative to spur business growth
Dungannon and South Tyrone Chamber of Commerce has launched a new initiative to spur business growth.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:16 +0000Enniskillen driver 'who shouldn't be on our roads' charged to court
A driver who was previously disqualified for failing to provide a specimen of breath was arrested and charged on Sunday, March 2, by Fermanagh Local Policing Team (LPT).
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:38:00 +0000Music, songs and salvation: Mourners pay final respects to Frank Allett
ANY array of music and songs provided a fitting send-off for local Salvation Army stalwart, Francis 'Frank' Allett.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:21:00 +0000‘Thick dust’ in SWC kitchens leaves students sick
STUDENTS are "constantly going home with headaches and sore eyes" after being taught in the training and preparatory kitchens at South West College (SWC) Erne Campus, it has been revealed.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:18:00 +0000Local mining company pays €162,815 to Finnish landowners
A MINING company with significant interests in Fermanagh and South Tyrone has paid €162,815 in compensation to landowners at one of its mines in Finland.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:05:00 +0000Megan Morrow: TB status must be considered when discussing sustainability
IT IS without doubt that herds in Co. Fermanagh and Co. Tyrone are no strangers to the conversation of Bovine Tuberculosis (bTB).
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:04:00 +0000Police lack resources to enforce reduced school speed limit, FOI reveals
The current 50mph speed limit near Devenish College should be maintained as it "does not require constant and costly enforcement," a review has stated.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:02:00 +0000Born to be wild: Baby Jesse arrives in roadside birth
A DAD who had to deliver his partner's baby in the main street of Clogher said he "never felt so much relief" when little Jesse started to cry.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000Alpaca-ing a punch: How the Clarkes developed an incredible herd
WAY back in 2006, Roger and Elaine Clarke took their first foray into the diverse world of alpaca breeding. Newly married and with two and a half acres at their disposal, the Clogher couple stumbled upon the unique species somewhat by accident.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 07:32:00 +0000Former Enniskillen teacher's sexual assault contest to resume
THE contested hearing of an former teacher accused of sexually assaulting a pupil will continue on Tuesday.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:59:00 +0000DUP force vote on Women's Day motion in objection to inclusion of transsexuals
Councillor Mark Buchanan forced a vote during a Council debate International Women’s Day having objected to the inclusion of transsexual women in the motion.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:18:00 +0000Councillors demand action to restore vital banking services
Alliance Party Councillor, Eddie Roofe, tells Council that local economy cannot depend on Enniskillen and Omagh alone.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:35:00 +0000Councillors to meet Clinton Centre manager over upkeep concerns
Members of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are to meet with the manager of the Clinton Centre, Keith McNair over concerns about the appearance and upkeep of the building.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 19:31:00 +0000Maguiresbridge's Richie tells the Miners' story of the Strike 40 years on
Activist, Richie Venton, says his book on the Miners' Strike of 1984/85 will tell the story of those who walked out from the pits to take on Margaret Thatcher
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:53:00 +0000Fundraising motorcycle run set for September to remember legend Richard Britton
September date set for fundraising motorbike run to commemorate the passing of motorcycle legend Richard Britton
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:37:00 +0000From script to stage: The Drama Festival that brings stories to life
Enniskillen Drama Festival director, Dave Rees, insists that while the event brings its challenges, the rewards make it all worthwhile
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:40:00 +0000Revealed: The struggle to see an NHS Dentist in Fermanagh and South Tyrone
Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA, Deborah Erskine challenges Minister for Health on the lack of dental provision for her constituents
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 14:29:00 +0000Plans for new canteen at Clogher school put on hold
Minister of Education Paul Givan tells Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA, Colm Gildernew, that the "project remains paused"
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 13:53:00 +0000Chairman defends handling of rates vote amidst accusations of stifling debate
The Chairman of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has stood over his handling of the rates estimate meeting last month, which was branded: “A truly disgusting affront to democracy and a clear attempt to railroad through a significant rise withou...
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:42:00 +0000Sruth na h’Éirne to host insightful lecture for Seachtain na Gaeilge
Sruth na h’Éirne, the Enniskillen based Irish Language group, launch their contribution to Seachtain na Gaeilge fortnight next Monday, March 10, at 7 pm in Charlie's Bar, Enniskillen. A public lecture will be held on the history of the Irish...
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:20:00 +0000Young women sparks change in electrical trade
An avid dirt bike rider with a passion for the electrical industry, Mia McGrory is in her third year as an electrician apprentice for GR White & Sons.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 11:18:00 +0000Council expresses delight that A32 Cornamuck Scheme could finally go ahead
Councillors react to news that the Cornamuck Scheme on the A32 road looks could be getting the green light
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 10:30:00 +0000Grit pile provision for residents is "just not good enough", states Councillor Greene
Provision of grit piles for icy roads needs to be put in place by mid-November insists Councillor Greene
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 09:57:00 +0000Women craft beautiful blankets for hospital ward in memory of loved one
A group of women from Enniskillen have crafted blankets for a hospital ward in memory of a loved one
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:05:00 +0000South West College returns to talks as Union pushes ahead with strike ballot
Trade Union leaders from the University and College Union (UCU) have served legal notices on their intention to ballot members at South West College on strike action, it can be revealed.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000Son pays tribute to father who died days before the release of his own book
John Mohan of Follum, Roslea, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0000Andrew Irwin returns home for unique underground concert
A Fermanagh singer will swap the theatres of Germany for an underground stage when he performs in the Marble Arch Caves next weekend.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 07:15:00 +0000Women in Business: Breaking Barriers and Exploring Expectations
Emma Weaver has been inspiring women to overcome and break down the societal expectations placed upon them.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000Anne Marie McAleese: Pat’s perky pigs provide food for thought on Inish Corkish
A recent birthday which heralded the arrival of my Smart Pass also gave rise to a cherished memory of an unforgettable boat trip to Inish Corkish Island on Upper Lough Erne with Enniskillen-based butcher Pat O’Doherty. Pat has spent years travellin...
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0000Girls donate £160 to help sick children at the SWAH
The Western Trust has expressed a very sincere thanks to kind-hearted Lisbellaw Primary School pupils Clea Hunter and Beth Fawcett, who very generously raised and donated £160 to the Children's Ward at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), Enniskill...