TAKING drugs in Fermanagh is the new “norm” for many people, a recovering addict has said. The county is firmly in the grip of a major drug epidemic, with people of all ages turning to various forms of narcotics, despite the Police remaining committed to cracking down on the drugs trade. Over a 12 month […]
Number of pets abandoned in Fermanagh increases
THERE has been a massive increase in the number of pets being abandoned this year as one of the county’s leading animal sanctuaries continues to struggle with the huge demand on capacity. Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary, located in Ballinamallard, has reported a huge number of pets being abandoned and dumped across Fermanagh, with another noticeable […]
Fermanagh Fibrus customers invited to make claim
FIBRUS customers in Fermanagh who were without service for more than two days as a result of Storm Éowyn are eligible for compensation but the deadline for compensation claims is nearing. Thousands of Fibrus customers were without service resulting in widespread disruption for many. A compensation claim can now be made but only within 30 […]
Motoring accused remanded on bail
A FIFTY-four-year-old man has appeared in court in relation to a number of alleged motoring offences. Donal Mulligan from Windmill Heights, Enniskillen is accused of driving after consuming excess alcohol, whilst unaccompanied as a learner and with no L Plates displayed. Offending is alleged to have occurred on November 11 last year at Loughshore Road, […]
Nathan Carter counting down to UK tour
COUNTRY star Nathan Carter is counting down the days to his much-anticipated UK tour which will see him headline some sold-out performances at major venues in Scotland and England. The Liverpudlian, who lives in Bellanaleck, is preparing to bring his award-winning tour to his many fans in the UK, which is set to kick off […]
Fermanagh businesses nominated for top beauty awards
A LOCAL business has been nominated for the ‘Aesthetic Clinic of the Year’ accolade at the prestigious Northern Ireland Hair and Beauty Awards which celebrates the best in the industry. Mèdha Aesthetics, located at Broadmeadow Place in Enniskillen, is set to face off against nine other clinics for the top gong, at the prestigious La Mon […]
UFO sighting in Fermanagh
AN ENNISKILLEN man has reported mysterious white and green lights which he saw dart over Enniskillen last week. In recent years, the phenomenon of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) has captured the imagination of people worldwide, sparking intense debate and curiosity. One particularly intriguing sighting occurred in Enniskillen recently, where a witness reported an unusual aerial […]
Fermanagh comes out in force to have say on SWAH
Fermanagh have come out in force to have their say on SWAH with 28,494 people signing the Consultation Hospital Network forms. Members from SOAS travelled to Belfast on Thursday (27 February 2025) to deliver the responses to the Department of Health. SOAS has gathered many thousands of signatures at various events and locations across the […]
Housing shortage impacting prices in Fermanagh
THE “continued shortage in supply” of available properties in Fermanagh is one of the key factors behind the sharp rise in house prices over the past 12 months, the ‘Herald understands. The Northern Ireland House Price Index recently reported that the average price of a house in the North in 2024 increased by nine per-cent, with […]
Man charged after Enniskillen £90k cannabis seizure
A man has been charged following £90k worth of cannabis was seized in Enniskillen yesterday (28 February 2025). “Police have charged a man to court following a search of a property in the Enniskillen area on Thursday 27th February, where an estimated street value of up to £90,000 worth of suspected cannabis was seized,” a […]