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 […]
Fermanagh Choral Society to host Christmas concert
The Fermanagh Choral Society is delighted to invite the community to its much-loved annual Christmas Concert, taking place on Saturday, 13 December at 8pm in the beautiful surroundings of St Macartin’s Cathedral, Enniskillen. Under the direction of Music Director Keith Acheson, the choir will present a rich programme of seasonal favourites, featuring a blend of […]
Fivemiletown film gets John Lewis stamp of approval
Retailer John Lewis has congratulated a County Tyrone secondary school, who created their own film inspired by the John Lewis ad. Fivemiletown College unveiled its film on the importance of community saying it aimed to give John Lewis, which is renowned for its Christmas ads, a run for its money. Working alongside Philip Anderson Films, colleagues Andrea […]
Fivemiletown College releases heartfelt Christmas video
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THIS CHRISTMAS, Fivemiletown College has released a heartwarming festive video celebrating the school and its community. Working alongside Philip Anderson Films, colleagues Andrea McNeary and Izzy Galloway brought the project to life with the support of talented pupils and staff. Together, they have created a truly special Christmas video that celebrates the spirit of Fivemiletown […]
Fermanagh rallies to raise funds for Bright Eyes
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COMMUNITIES across Fermanagh have been coming together to try to save Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary. Fermanagh’s largest and longest-established animal sanctuary announced last month that it could be facing closure unless it received urgent financial support. After more than three decades of rescuing and rehoming abandoned dogs and cats, Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary announced it could […]
Man charged in connection to digger theft
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A 39-year-old man is due to appear before a Fermanagh court later this morning, charged in connection with the alleged theft of a digger near Belturbet over the weekend. As reported by the Anglo Celt, the digger was taken from the O’Reilly Precast manufacturing site on Saturday evening and driven across the border into Northern […]
Fermanagh influencer backs hospital campaign
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LOCAL influencer Danielle Collins has added her voice to the growing campaign to protect hospital services in Fermanagh, warning that current travel times to Altnagelvin are ‘unacceptable’ for rural patients. Speaking in a recent Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) video, Ms Collins highlighted the reality facing local residents, who must undertake a two-hour journey for emergency surgical care. “I […]