THERE has been widespread anger this week as the new off-street parking continues to cause chaos. At the start of the month a new parking system was introduced by the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, but it seems to be having some “teething problems.” The enforcement parking service is provided by Marston Holding Ltd and is used within the […]
Three vehicle collision on Irvinestown road
Motorists are advised to expect delays following a three vehicle road traffic collision at the Monalla Road area of Enniskillen on Tuesday 9 April. Motorists should seek alternative main routes for their journey.
Petrol bomb attack in Lisnaskea
Detectives are appealing for information following an attempted arson attack in Lisnaskea in the early hours of Sunday 7 April. Inspector Taylor said, “We received a report just after 1.20am that three men in balaclavas had arrived in a dark coloured vehicle and thrown a petrol bomb at a property in Trasna Way. “Thankfully, this […]
Derek Ryan collabs with ‘legend’ McCann on new single
FERMANAGH Country music star Derek Ryan said he was delighted to be able to write a new song for ‘legend’ Susan McCann. The Carlow singer, who’s currently living in Enniskillen, wrote the title track for McCann’s new single, ‘After All This Time’. Known as ‘Ireland’s First Lady of Country Music’, the Armagh singer has left […]
Kinawley getting set to stage another major concert
SOME of the top Country music stars from across the North are set to head to Kinawley early next month for a major concert. On Friday, May 3, the Kinawley venue is going to host a major concert, with six leading talents showing their skills on the big stage. Legendary Country music singer T.R Dallas […]
Wet weather adds to pressure on Fermanagh farmers
THE ongoing wet weather is adding to the financial pressures facing local farmers, with calls for the banks to provide leniency given the current situation. While March is normally seen as a turning point in the farming calendar, the weather in recent weeks has shown no signs of turning. The persistent rain has left many […]
Police warning for motorists in Enniskillen
Motorists in Enniskillen are advised of delays in the Tempo Road, Crannong Way and the Irvinestown Road following reports of an oil spillage in the area. Drivers should reduce speed and approach with caution. Delays are likely and drivers should seek an alternative route for their journey if possible.
COLUMN: Michael Hand – The meaning of faith
I DON’T like the term ‘to lose your faith’. It implies an element of carelessness, like losing your car keys or your wallet. I prefer to think about it as faith evolving. In my case, I no longer believe the rigid set of beliefs that was imposed on me when I was young. I have […]
Calls for rail to be extended to Fermanagh
THE ONGOING work to bring the railways back to the west could see tracks with speeds of 200km per hour, it has been revealed. However, as it stands, Fermanagh won’t be connected to the revolutionary infrastructure project. Recently Minister John O’Dowd suggested the tracks proposed by the All-Island Strategic Rail Review would be high-speed when eventually […]
Rotary Youth Leadership Development Competition
MOUNT Lourdes pupil Isabella Nethercott recently took part in the Rotary Ireland Youth Leadership Development Competition. The Rotary Ireland Youth Leadership Development Competition, in conjunction with Euroscola, is one of the Rotary Club’s longest running youth projects and it rewards young people with clear leadership potential. Isabella wasn’t successful in winning the competition but visited The Rotary Club meeting recently […]