THE PSNI has said it is considering upgrading Lisnaskea Police Station, as part of a wider plan to modernise its estate. Back in February, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council wrote to the policing service to asking it to consider “modernising the aesthetics” of the town-centre station. The request came after the good news that work […]
Enniskillen woman driving while disqualified
PRE-SENTENCE reports are to be prepared after a woman admitted a number of motoring offences. Rebecca Jennifer Whyte (31) from Sedan Terrace, Enniskillen drove while disqualified and without insurance close to her home on January 18. A defence solicitor told Enniskillen Magistrates Court there is a previous relevant record and report would be helpful. District Judge […]
Laurine’s helping cancer patients cope with hair loss
A LOCAL woman who is leading the Cancer Hair Care outreach clinic in Fermanagh has been described as “a gem” as she helps people cope with hair loss following their treatment for cancer. Laurine Lilley is the lead hairdresser for Cancer Hair Care in Ireland and she’s running a daily clinic at Salon 22 in […]
Car headlight glare not currently tested
IT’S such a pervasive problem that puts many motorists off driving at night, however it has now been revealed the intensity of car headlights is not currently tested for road safety purposes. Fermanagh and Omagh Council recently wrote to the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) expressing concern about the brightness of vehicle headlights, noting they are […]
Parking charges increase agreed despite objections
By Thomas Maher FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has pushed through a controversial decision to increase parking charges at three council-owned car parks across the district despite objections from the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP). The change in pricing will affect three council-owned car parks, two in Enniskillen and one in Omagh. On March 4, Fermanagh and […]
Fermanagh waste water system at full capacity
VAST swathes of Fermanagh are currently either at capacity or approaching their capacity for wastewater treatment, which is having a significant impact on planning and development around the county. A recent report by Fermanagh and Omagh Council’s director of regeneration and planning, Kim McLaughlin, provided an update on the current situation across the wider area, based on information […]
Kate Smith has ‘no regrets’ about career change
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BELLEEK journalist Kate Smith has “the perfect balance” in her life as a mother and businesswoman, almost two decades after she presented her final news bulletin on UTV Live. Kate was a news anchor for UTV Live from 1983 to 2006. She toured the world and interviewed celebrity icons, but it’s covering the Enniskillen Bombing in 1987 […]
Agriculture apprenticeships graduate from CAFRE
FERMANAGH farmers of the future were celebrating recently after graduating from their agriculture apprenticeships at CAFRE’s Enniskillen campus. With the industry continuing to evolve rapidly, and the demand for skilled staff rising, apprenticeship raining has emerged as a popular option for students seeking hands-on experience in the field. CAFRE Enniskillen offer level 2 and level 3 part-time qualifications, […]
Brendon makes his mark on the pitch
Brendon Sampson first moved to Lisnaskea from South Africa at the age of three he instantly fell in love with GAA, soon declaring he would play at Croke Park someday. This summer, at the age of 11, the Bunsoil An Traonaigh pupil will realise that dream in front of a crowd of more than 80,000. […]
Farming is the most overworked industry
FARMERS are the hardest workers in the UK, a new survey has revealed. Farmers, along with those in the fishing and forestry industries, work an average of 42 hours a week, which is 32.13 percent more than the average worker, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics. The figures, which were analysed by legal […]