£80,000 of suspected cocaine was seized in Enniskillen yesterday evening, Thursday 14th August. Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Organised Crime Branch investigating drugs criminality have seized a quantity of suspected cocaine and arrested three men following the stop and search of a vehicle in Enniskillen yesterday evening, Thursday 14th August. Detective Inspector […]
Talented Rachel to release new music
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DERRYGONNELLY talent Rachel McConnell is set to take another step in her impressive career by releasing a new single, as she continues to make her mark on the Country music scene. Rachel, who rose to prominence following her appearance on TG4 show ‘Glór Tíre’, recently teased her fans that some ‘new music is on the […]
Grim reality as non-fatal strangulation arrests mount
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TWO years after non-fatal strangulation was made a standalone offence in the North, police have confirmed over 80 arrests have been made in the Fermanagh and Omagh policing district alone. One of the first arrests under the new law took place in the district just two days after the legislation came into effect in June 2023. Since […]
Assault and public order charges
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A CONTEST date is to be fixed in relation to charges from an incident in which a man was allegedly assaulted. Jack Robinson (20) from Old Post Way, Tamlaght is accused of causing actual bodily harm and disorderly behaviour, in connection to an incident on December 27, 2024 at the Diamond, Enniskillen. Robinson pleaded not guilty to both charges.
Enniskillen boat owner devastated after morning blaze
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THERE have been calls for increased shoreline security and surveillance, after a local man’s beloved boat was destroyed in a fire. The owner, John Carty, who often sleeps onboard the boat which is moored at Kilmacormick, was alerted by a neighbour at 5am last Tuesday (August 5) to find flames engulfing the vessel he had pulled tightly onto […]
Top recognition for Fermanagh chef Marty
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LOCAL chef Marty McAdam said he was “absolutely delighted” after his restaurant in Enniskillen was recognised among the top cuisine hotspots in the North, in a major success for his business. It was recently confirmed that The Street Kitchen, located in Paget Lane in Enniskillen, was named in a ‘Northern Ireland on a Plate’ book which […]
Threatening behaviour charge withdrawn
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CHARGES against a woman which included behaving in a threatening manner to cause fear have been withdrawn. Elizabeth Joyce (46) from Trasna Way, Lisnaskea was also accused of persistently using a communications network to cause annoyance, inconvenience or needless anxiety. A defence solicitor previously informed Enniskillen Magistrates Court the charges were denied and the case […]
Lisnaskea set for upcoming community 5k Walk and Run
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EXCITEMENT is growing in Lisnaskea ahead of the upcoming 5km Walk and Run, which is set to take place on Friday 29 August at 7pm. The event welcomes participants of all ages and abilities, from experienced runners to those simply looking to enjoy a leisurely walk through some of the town’s most scenic routes. Organisers […]
Homeless couple in Enniskillen share housing struggle
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A HOMELESS couple who are currently living on the streets in Enniskillen have opened up about their daily struggle for safety and stability. Liam Ward and Donna Hynes have been living in a tent near Erneside for the past three months. The couple, who have faced immense personal hardship, are trying to rebuild their lives, but finding a safe […]
Fermanagh students receive A-Level results!
There were scenes of joy, relief, and celebration across Fermanagh this morning as students gathered to receive their long-awaited A-Level results. After months of hard work, dedication, and exam stress, young people from schools across the county opened envelopes—or checked their emails—with hopes of securing university places, apprenticeships, or launching into the world of work. […]