A DERRYLIN native who once told her teachers she would ‘be seen in the paper as a qualified nurse’ has seen that childhood promise come full circle. Roisín O’Brien, now living in Birmingham, has been Highly Commended at the Stars of Learning Disabilities Awards 2025, held on December 5 at the Mercure Piccadilly Hotel in […]
Lisnaskea set to light up with vehicle run on Saturday
LISNASKEA is set to shine bright on Saturday, December 13, as Lisnaskea Emmett’s and The Oak Healthy Living Centre join forces to host a spectacular Christmas Lights Vehicle Run. Taking place at Lisnaskea Emmett’s car park, the event invites drivers of all kinds to take part in the glowing convoy. Cars, vans, tractors and even […]
Fermanagh fundraiser for life-saving air ambulance team
A charity coffee morning and craft fair will take place at Coa Community Hall on Saturday, December 6, between 10am and 1pm. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the Air Ambulance NI which provides such an important service to the people of Fermanagh and throughout the North. Everyone is welcome to come […]
Annual carol service in Brookeborough next week
THE annual Christmas carol service will be held in Brookeborough next week. The popular annual event will be at St Ronan’s Church on Friday, December 12, at 7.30pm. It is a much-loved event which brings the local community together to enjoy beautiful festive songs. Everyone is welcome to come along. .
Derrygonnelly woman remembered through community walk
A community walk will be held in Derrygonnelly this weekend in memory of a popular local woman. Eileen Watters died in July. The 6km walk in her memory will set off from Derrygonnelly Community Centre on Saturday, December 6. Registration is at 10am and donations of £5 are welcome. All proceeds from the event will go […]
Santa and carol singing at festive Belcoo event
THERE will be a special festive event in Belcoo next week. The Christmas lights switch-on in the village will take place at the Grandstand on December 11 at 7.15pm. There will also be a Christmas Carols performance at the event, with the entertainment being provided by Letterbreen Silver Band. The Santa Train will be arriving […]
Festive bazaar being held in Derrylin this weekend
EXCITEMENT is building in Derrylin and its neighbouring villages ahead of a much-anticipated bazaar which will celebrate all things Christmas and its old traditions. A large crowd is expected to turn out to Aughakillymaude Community Centre on Sunday 7 December between 2pm and 5pm for the return of the once annual bazaar. Over the course of […]
Newtownbutler community mourns death of Gary Reilly
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THE LATE Gary Reilly has been remembered as someone who had a ‘zest for life,’ as the local community mourns his death. Formerly of Lurganboy Park, Newtownbutler, Mr Reilly passed away peacefully at St James’s Hospital in his adopted home of Leeds, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, November 12. Gary grew up in Fermanagh before moving […]
Christmas lights to go on in villages across Fermanagh
ENNISKILLEN may have been the first big switch-on of the season, but it is by no means the last, with towns and villages around the county preparing for their own festivities. The celebrations begin with Lack on Thursday at 7pm, setting the tone for a season filled with community spirit and glowing streets. The excitement […]
New improved parks in Derrygonnelly and Enniskillen
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has completed four new play park upgrades. The upgraded parks are in Beragh, Donagh, Loughview Drive in Enniskillen and Erne Terrace in Derrygonnelly. A council spokesperson said the improved facilities will provide ‘safe, inclusive, and fun spaces for children and families’. “The upgraded parks feature modern multi-play units, wheelchair-accessible and […]