A YOUNG Fermanagh mum has spoken out about the lack of suitable activities and support for children with additional needs in the area, describing the situation as both ‘heartbreaking’ and ‘frustrating.’ Emma Brown, 25, lives in Lisnaskea with her husband Ryan and their three children, Jenson (5), Hudson (3), and Delilah-Rose (1). Both Jenson and Hudson […]
Club Óige brings Irish to life for the next generation
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CLUB Óige, Fermanagh’s only Irish language after-school club, has become a vibrant hub for teenagers across the county. The group resumed its weekly meetings at Fermanagh House last Friday, as it continues to grow in popularity. Always welcoming new members, the club offers a unique space for young people to connect through Irish outside the classroom […]
Paddy Duffy’s ‘The Unholylands’ set for the big-screen
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THE long-awaited film ‘The Unholylands’, written, directed by and starring Enniskillen filmmaker Paddy Duffy, is set to hit cinemas across Ireland on October 3. The 26-year-old not only wrote, produced and directed the project, but also takes a leading role in the coming-of-age comedy, which is set in Belfast’s notorious – and aptly nicknamed – […]
Belcoo unites in grief and hope
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THE Mullaghdun Community Association hosted a free Mental Wellbeing Evening last Thursday at the local community hall, following two heartbreaking tragedies in the area. Over 250 people attended the event, which was held to support mental health awareness and healing within the local community. It was organised in response to the recent tragic deaths of […]
Concern over further delays on A4 bypass
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THE start of construction on the long-awaited A4 Enniskillen Southern Bypass remains uncertain, despite previous assurances from the Minister that a contractor would be appointed and work would begin by late summer. After decades of unrealised promises and commitments, the first diggers moved in to prepare the way for the long-awaited 2.1km transport link back […]
‘Kate’s life was defined by love and kindness’
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THE untimely death of retired teacher Kathleen (Kate) Sheridan has sent shockwaves through the Fermanagh community. Formerly of Upper Celtic Park, Enniskillen, Kate passed away suddenly last week. A talented artist, she was well known from her years as an art teacher at South West College. Kate is survived by her sons Rowan and Stephen, […]
NIE confirm no power outages in Enniskillen
A recent map error on the Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) website led to confusion among residents in Fermanagh, with many believing a power outage was affecting the area. However, NIE has since confirmed to the Fermanagh Herald that there are no known outages in Fermanagh at this time, attributing the alert to a technical issue […]
Harps members take on tough 24-hour walk
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THERE were jubilant scenes at Canon Maguire Park in Derrygonnelly on Saturday afternoon as two club members completed a gruelling 24-hour walk, which saw hundreds of members take part. Paul McGoldrick and Jackie Cassidy pushed themselves to the limit by taking part in a 24-hour Walkathon event as part of a club fundraising project for Derrygonnelly Harps […]
Enniskillen publican to lead NI hospitality sector
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MICHAEL Cadden, managing director of Pat’s Bar Enniskillen, the Lusty Beg Island Resort, and the Enniskillen Hotel, has been appointed chair of Hospitality Ulster. He succeeds Stephen Magorrian of the Horatio Group, whose term has concluded. Colin Johnston, managing director of the Galgorm Collection, has been named vice chair, stepping into the role previously held […]
Man pleads not guilty to resisting police
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AN Irvinestown man is set to contest a number of charges which include resisting Police, failing to provide a breath specimen, driving while unfit through drink or drugs and persistent use of a device. Joseph Cardwell (56), of Moynaghan Road in Irvinestown, pleaded not guilty through his solicitor to the charges which occurred in September […]