The Bishops of Clogher have issued their Joint Christmas Message for 2025, offering words of hope, peace and reflection to communities across the diocese as the Christmas season approaches. The message is shared jointly by Bishop Ian Ellis, Church of Ireland Bishop of Clogher, and Bishop Larry Duffy, Roman Catholic Bishop of Clogher, on behalf […]
Milestone year for union man Derek
IT has been a special year for Enniskillen Unite branch secretary Derek Parton who recently received a silver long-service medal from the union. The award, which was presented to him by Jim Quinn, was agreed by the Union’s national executive committee in recognition of Mr Parton’s decades of service as a workplace rep and branch officer. […]
Top tips for fighting Flu this Winter
Flu cases are rising sharply across Northern Ireland, putting extra strain on families, workplaces, and frontline healthcare services. Jonny Davies, Managing Director of Emerald Urgent Care, said the clinic has been extremely busy due to the rise in cases. “Flu cases surge every winter, but experts have predicted this could be the worst flu season […]
Pair extradited from Malta appear in Enniskillen court
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A man and woman have appeared in court after being extradited from Malta on multiple charges of child abuse. The accused pair, who are both from County Fermanagh, cannot be named to protect the identity of the alleged victim. The male, who is aged 27, is charged with two counts of rape and six counts […]
Warning issued over counterfeit toys this Christmas
Trading Standards Service (TSS) has recently seized over £22,000 worth of fake toys, including Labubu dolls, K Pop Demon Hunters merchandise, Lego figures and Disney’s Lilo & Stitch products. The items were seized from a number of high street retail premises and shopping centres. Some were sold for £80, potentially misleading buyers into thinking they […]
Ballinamallard United pay tribute to Billy Elliott
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BALLINAMALLARD United Football Club has paid tribute to the popular William Elliott, who was a talented footballer and a long-time supporter of the Fermanagh club. Formerly of Limetree Avenue in Antrim, Mr Elliott passed away peacefully in hospital on November 27. Mr Elliott, originally from Ballinamallard, was remembered as a skilled footballer who represented the […]
Mental health takes centre stage at Belcoo event
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THE power of positivity was the message of the day in Belcoo last week, as the community gathered for an event dedicated to resilience, mental health, and motivation. The packed session at the Mullaghdun Community Centre came in the wake of recent tragedies over the past few years. Its emphasis was on reaching out to the […]
Sadness at death of famous Fermanagh character Willie
Fermanagh has been plunged into sadness at the death of well known character Willie Boyd. The Tully native was well known across the county particularly in Lisnaskea and Enniskillen where he spent a lot of his time. Formerly of Tully, Rosslea, and lately Creamery House, Kesh, Mr Boyd passed away peacefully in the South West […]
David James comes to the Ardhowen Theatre
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RISING counrty star David James is set to bring his first ever seated concert to the Ardowen Theatre early next year. James, who launched his new band just eleven months ago, has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting new names on the Irish country scene. Over the past year he has appeared at […]
PSNI launches festive road safety campaign
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POLICE in Fermanagh and Omagh have announced enhanced road-safety measures for the Christmas season as part of Operation Season’s Greetings. The initiative, which focuses on ‘safer shopping, safer roads and safer socialising,’ will see officers use social media to reinforce safety messages for local communities. Chief Inspector Scott Fallis said, “We will be using our […]