Today will continue to see plenty of cloud cover, with only the rare bright break to start. Cloud will break up a little in the afternoon allowing for more bright breaks.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
JOHNSTON, January 15th, 2025 ELLEN JANE (JEAN) Peacefully at her late home, 127 Tirmacspird Road, Lack, Co Fermanagh. Very dearly loved wife of Derek and cherished mother of William (Ailsa), Pamela (Musa), Robert (Julie), Esther (Brian), Ruth (Richard), Pearl (Alan) and Derek (Tory). A much-loved granny to 21 grandchildren. House private. Everyone is welcome to […]
Burns had ‘reservations’ over Gallagher’s Naas appointment
GAA President Jarlath Burns said he wanted to let Naas “know the reservations” that he had about them appointing Rory Gallagher as coach. It was recently reported that the GAA President had emailed the Kildare club with his concerns after it was revealed that the Belleek man was set to be part of the club’s […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Collegiate formal!
Do you recognise anyone who was in attendance at this Collegiate formal? Tag them in our Facebook post. To read more on this story see this week’s Fermanagh Herald. Can’t get to the shop to collect your copy? No problem! You can download a copy straight to your device by following this link… Subscribe to current […]
Hotel owner ‘concerned’ for future of local tourism
A LOCAL hotelier who has experienced a drop-off in people staying overnight in the county has said he would be “pessimistic” for the future of tourism as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on. Terry McCartney, owner of the Belmore Court and Motel in Enniskillen, reports a mixed 2024. “We got a good bit of corporate business, […]
St Kevin’s College pupils ready for Kenyan experience
THE pupils at St Kevin’s College are hoping to “make a difference to at least one person’s life” as they prepare to head off to Kenya for two weeks to provide help and support to a local seminary. Twenty-two students from the school, who are members of the Carlo Acutis Faith Group, will head to […]
Anglers lament possible cancellation of Classic
A LIVERPOOL angler who has been travelling to the county for 50 years to compete in the Fermanagh Fishing Classic said it’s “a sad day” that the event could be cancelled due to funding. Major concerns have been raised that the popular fishing festival could be scrapped after the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural […]
Warning over rampaging deer in Fermanagh
LOCAL motorists are urged to be vigilant after a number of drivers on the Derrygonnelly Road have had a lucky escape after they discovered deer running out onto the public road late at night. Drivers have taken to social media to alert others of the dangers that the deer can pose, with some motorists almost […]
Fears gambling will be ‘a temptation’ with rising costs
A LOCAL father who lost his son to suicide as a result of a serious gambling addiction fears some people may be forced to turn to desperate measures as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on. With families and residents feeling the pressure, fears are high that some people may turn to gambling in a bid to […]
Fermanagh acts to collab at Leitrim festival
COUNTRY star Derek Ryan and local folk band The Tumbling Paddies are getting ready for a special collaboration when they join forces at the hugely popular ‘Cowboys and Heroes’ festival. The festival, which is held at Drumcoura in Leitrim, is one of the biggest outdoor music events in Ireland and it’s set to kick off on May […]