TWO cars were damaged in a fire in Lisnaskea in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, October 29). This incident happened in the Lakeview area of the town at around 12.45 am. Police have appealed for information on the blaze. Anyeone who may have saw anything or who has any information is asked to […]
Lori running 5K a day to help children in poverty
A FERMANAGH woman is running 5km a day throughout the month of October to raise much needed funds for Action for Children. Lori Corrigan was on one of her early morning walk with her dog Marley last year listening to a podcast, a one off Christmas special. The podcast was about children and families in poverty over Christmas, and […]
Will drivers put brakes on Fermanagh school bus routes?
A DISRUPTION earlier this month to students travelling on a local Education Authority (EA) school bus route has highlighted recent driver shortages in the county, a local councillor has claimed. Due to driver availability, the F090 Tempo/Enniskillen service did not run for the full day on Tuesday, October 8. St Joseph’s College, Enniskillen, posted about the disruption on […]
Man hunt for Fermanagh defendant
A MAN hunt is underway for a Fermanagh defendant who failed to appear in court. Marcus Elliffe, pictured, was due to appear in court back in June to answer allegations against him. However, when he did not turn up two bench warrants were issued for his arrest. Elliffe is also wanted in connection with a […]
Former MLA Barton returns to FODC Council chamber
FORMER MLA Rosemary Barton is to return to local politics. Ms Barton has been selected to fill the seat on Fermanagh and Omagh Council that was vacated by her UUP party colleague Diana Armstrong, who in turn has been selected to fill the seat vacated in the Assembly by Tom Elliot, with the former MLA […]
‘Little Mess Fermanagh’ celebrates first birthday
A FERMANAGH mother has turned her passion for “messy play” into a thriving business that is helping children across the county. Unique messy play classes are a fun and interactive way for children to develop important skills. It offers a wealth of benefits for children’s overall development, providing them with opportunities to engage their senses, explore their creativity, […]
Fermanagh man stars in Hope Street season four
A talented Fermanagh man is following his dreams as he stars in the new season of Hope Street. Jonny Cameron (who’s artistic name is Jonny Grogan) landed a role in the popular crime serial drama during the summer and will appear in the final four episodes as ‘Ross Dunlop’ a troubled teenager and son of the […]
Fermanagh motorists warned to be wary of deer
WITH the deer rutting season now upon us, Fermanagh motorists are being warned to watch out for stags jumping out in front of their vehicles on local roads. Typically lasting from late September into November, this is the time of year when stags are establishing their dominance to attract a mate, which involves ‘sizing up’ each other, […]
Big plans for ‘Run For Peace’ marathon
A MOLDOVAN runner who has been volunteering at the Clinton Centre in Enniskillen for the past few years hopes to be the catalyst for a new marathon event to support cross-border relations. On Saturday, UISCE (Understanding Ireland: Socially, Culturally & Economically) volunteer Dmitri Traciuc ran the 26.2-mile marathon distance from Manorhamilton to Enniskillen and wants it […]
Lisbellaw Scarecrow Festival searches for ‘Raggy’
The ‘Hardrock’ scarecrow family adorns the entrance to Lisbellaw in readiness for the area’s second scarecrow festival! This year is promised to be bigger and better, with a number of events and workshops in addition to many homes displaying a ‘rural life’ themed scarecrow. From Saturday 26 September, the scarecrows will be popping up all over […]