IN A powerful show of solidarity and remembrance, over £10,000 was raised at a recent community event held in memory of Andrea Malone, a beloved young local woman who tragically died last year. The touching tribute was organised by Andrea’s cousin, Stuart Brown, who brought the Clogher Valley community together for a weekend of fundraising […]
Plans to develop new Irvinestown caravan park
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PLANS have been lodged for what could be a major new tourist facility in Irvinestown. Planning permission is being sought to develop a new caravan park adjacent to the Bawnacre Centre. The application also outlines plans for an amenity building, a storage shed and a package treatment in a significant boost to his business. Fermanagh and Omagh […]
16 and 17 year olds to be allowed to vote
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SIXTEEN and 17-year-olds in Fermanagh will be able to vote at the next general election after the UK Government recently pledged its commitment to lower the voting age from 18 years of age. There has been widespread reaction locally to the news the UK Government has reduced the age for voting, while making a range […]
Playparks transformed across Fermanagh
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CHILDREN and families across Fermanagh have been enjoying newly-upgraded playparks, following significant investment. A number of playparks have been enchanced by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council in recent months, thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund’s Communities and Place programme. “These projects reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in our communities and enhancing the quality […]
Effort to reignite fireworks debate fizzles in Council
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A RENEWED attempt to revisit the Halloween fireworks funding fizzled out in the Council chamber. It will be six years this October since Fermanagh and Omagh District Council last hosted its festive firework display – which attracted thousands from across Fermanagh and beyond – at Enniskillen Castle. Last year, noting the extreme disappointment of local families […]
Band unites to support Béoán Jones’ recovery
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ONE of the county’s top rock bands raised £770 to support local resident Béoán Jones with his recovery, as they returned to the stage for their much-anticipated reunion gig. A large crowd recently turned out to The Crowes Nest in Enniskillen as ‘Index’ marked their return, performing some of their hits including ‘Dreaming Alone’ which […]
Tempo man to contest charges
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A TEMPO man is set to contest a number of serious motoring offences which included aiding and abetting an individual to drive while they had no licence and using a vehicle without insurance. Barry McSorley (47), from Carn Road in Tempo, will contest the charges on August 6. He is charged with permitting an individual […]
Decision on SWAH surgery ‘always in Minister’s hands’
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THERE was much confusion in the community last week after Health Minister Mike Nesbitt ‘intervened’ in the consultation on the removal of emergency general surgery (EGS) from the SWAH, with some mistakenly believing the service had been saved. Following the last-minute cancellation of the major public consultation event that had been due to take place […]
Lisnaskea man (36) fails to appear in court
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A LISNASKEA man charged with a number of motoring offences has failed to appear in court. Alan Martin Harte (36) from Trasna Way is accused of stealing a vehicle and driving it while disqualified and without insurance. Offending is alleged to have occurred on June 6 close to his home. A police officer aware of the […]
Plea for officials as GAA games in jeopardy
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FERMANAGH GAA clubs who don’t have a ladies referee will lose their home advantage for the 2026 season as major concerns continue to circulate over the future of local games and matches. The ‘Herald previously reported that due to a serious lack of match officials, a number of ladies GAA club games have had to […]