Drugs were thrown at police officers during an operation in Enniskillen, the PSNI has said. A police spokesperson said an address in the town was searched by members of the District Support Team (DST) by virtue of a warrant. “Some occupants thought it would be a clever idea to throw drugs out the window at […]
New projects planned at two GAA clubs in Fermanagh
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Planning permission is being sought for two new projects at GAA clubs in Fermanagh. Newtownbutler First Fermanaghs club has submitted a planning application for an extension to its current changing rooms to provide space for additional changing rooms and a committee room. The club is also seeking planning permission for new entrance gates, boundary walls […]
New council report reveals extent of Storm Eowyn damage
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Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC) estimates ‘thousands’ of trees on its land were destroyed during Storm Eowyn. Gale-force winds hit Ireland on January 24 as the storm wreaked havoc across Ireland. The local council has now put together a report outlining how badly impacted its facilities were by the devastating storm. “Storm Éowyn brought […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Gibson, 10th February 2025, peacefully, at the South West Acute Hospital. Sarah Margaret, late of 82 Hudson Heights, Irvinestown. A much loved wife of the late Willie, and a devoted mother of Stewart (Joanne). Also a very special grandmother of Sophie, Emma and Hollie and a dear sister. Family home private please. A service of […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Remaining breezy today with large areas of cloud and just a few brief bright spells around. A few light showers may develop in places during the day. Rain in the far south-west late in the evening.
New ‘speed humps’ to be built outside Fermanagh school
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New traffic-calming measures are to installed on the road outside a primary school in Lisbellaw. For years, staff and parents at Lisbellaw Primary School have been asking for ‘speed humps’ on the road outside the school. Following recent representations, the Department of Infrastructure has confirmed new safety measures will be installed at Cloghcor Road in […]
Health check ‘MOT’ event to be held in Enniskillen
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Older people are being invited to a health ‘MOT’ event in Enniskillen later this month. The event, which is being organised by the Western Trust and the Public Health Agency, will be held at Fermanagh House from 11am to 1pm on Tuesday, February 25. A spokesperson for the organisers encouraged older people to come along. […]
Rates increase to see £18 hike to yearly household bill
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has approved a 3.76 per-cent rise in domestic and non-domestic rates – adding around £18 to annual household bills. The increase was passed by a comfortable majority despite opposition from the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP), which had proposed a lower rate rise. UUP councillor Victor Warrington argued that the council […]
Enniskillen meeting to look at disabled access issues
A new forum has been set up to support young people with a disability in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area. The Inclusive Youth Forum, which is aimed at those aged 13 to 17, will look at a range of issues, including the accessibility of local venues for people with disabilities. Members will also […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
This morning is set to turn cloudy again, with the possibility of the odd spot of light rain or drizzle. Turning drier in the afternoon with the could breaking up a little bit. Moderate winds.