A LOCAL woman who is modelling for one of the North’s top bridal companies and providing help to people with speech impediments is urging females to push beyond their “comfort zone”. Annie Masterson from Enniskillen rose to prominence following her appearance on Miss Northern Ireland when she was named as ‘Miss Canavan’s’ representative for the […]
Lack of nursing home spaces blamed for hospital crisis
By Niamh McGovern A SEVERE shortage of nursing home spaces has been identified as the leading cause of delayed patient discharges in Northern Ireland, compounding pressure on already overwhelmed emergency departments. The Western Health Trust’s chief executive, Neil Guckian, addressed the issue during a board meeting on Thursday, revealing that over 500 patients across the […]
Big turnout for Aisling Centre talk
HUNDREDS of people turned out to the Crest Centre in Enniskillen on Saturday for the much-anticipated return of the now annual Aisling Centre’s Hope, Healing and Growth Day. To cope with the overwhelming number of people who expressed interest in the event, the conference was streamed online, with hundreds of people tuning in for the […]
Major support to tackle violence against women
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council is to receive £135,000 over two years to help implement a new strategy aimed at Ending Violence Against Women and Girls as domestic violence cases soar locally. The county has been highlighted as one of the areas with the highest rate of domestic violence cases in the North, with Fermanagh […]
Expressway announces improved timetables for Route 30
EXPRESSWAY, Bus Éireann’s premium coach service, has announced an improved timetable for its Route 30 service. The new timetable will come into effect on January 26 and has been designed to provide more frequent and punctual travel for all Route 30 customers. Passengers are set to see significant benefits, as the improved schedule will better reflect […]
Hundreds attend to support launch of SOAS roadmap
HUNDREDS of people turned out to Fermanagh House on Monday night as health campaign group ‘Save Our Acute Services’ (SOAS) launched a discussion paper on a roadmap for the restoration of services at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH). The document provides a framework for meeting the Department of Health’s obligations in relation to the shortfall […]
Man (60) pleads guilty to causing teens’ deaths
A MONAGHAN man has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving which resulted in the deaths of two teenagers who were killed just outside Clones while they were on their way to their debs ball. Kiea McCann (17) and Dlava Mohammed (16) died when the car they were travelling in struck a tree at Legnakelly, outside Clones in Monaghan, […]
Motorists blast ‘regional imbalance’ of road repairs
A LOCAL MLA has said that Fermanagh motorists are feeling “forgotten and neglected” by the Stormont Executive as the state of our roads worsen while others are getting a major upgrade. Major resurfacing work has recommenced on the Sydenham Bypass in Belfast which is expected to cost in the region of £3.8 million, with the […]
Pipe band honoured for world championship success
IRVINE Memorial Pipe Band were honoured for their world success at a civic reception in Townhall, Enniskillen, recently. The world champion band, who meet twice weekly in Clabby under the direction of Pipe Major Neil Stronge and Drum Sergeant Nicky Armstrong, have been established on the pipe band circuit for some time but 2024 takes […]
Fermanagh fitness trainer’s top tips for the new year
A LOCAL fitness expert has urged Fermanagh people to ‘start small and create good habits’ as they aim to lead healthier lifestyles as part of their New Year’s resolutions. Many of us are seeking ways to improve our health, but personal trainer Leanne McElroy, pictured below, acknowledges the challenge can feel overwhelming. “My advice would […]