Today will be another very windy day with largely cloudy skies, a few bright breaks and heavy, blustery showers drifting in throughout.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Hugh Murphy, Woodbrook Heights, Ballisodare, Sligo, F91N8X6 / Garrison, Fermanagh. Hugh, Woodbrook Heights, Ballisodare and late of Garrison Co. Fermanagh, peacefully at the North West Hospice, Sligo. Deeply regretted by his daughters Priscilla & Lisa, sons Philip & Michael, son-in-law Kieran, grandchildren Amber, Aaron, Noah, Amira, Leah & Cillian, brother […]
Fermanagh survey reveals misuse of Blue Badge spaces
THE ‘Be Kind, Park with Disability in Mind’ campaign has conducted a survey to highlight the extent of the misuse of Blue Badge Parking Spaces within the district. Out of over 270 responses, 94 per-cent of people reported encountering vehicles parked in Blue Badge spaces without a badge displayed, and 86 per-cent said this prevented […]
‘Country music saved me’ says Derrylin musician Anthony
ANTHONY McBrien has spent nearly three decades wowing audiences, and his passion for music remains undiminished even as he navigates one of the most challenging periods of his life. The 53-year-old Derrylin man has experienced it all on the local music scene – writing songs, forming his own band, supporting American stars like Randy Travis, […]
Fermanagh’s Daniel honoured for Worldskills achievement
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council recently hosted a reception at Enniskillen’s Townhall to celebrate the incredible achievement of local talent, Daniel Knox, who was awarded a Medallion of Excellence at the prestigious Worldskills competition. Daniel, who studied at South West College, embarked on his journey to global recognition through an apprenticeship with GP Electrical and […]
Overtime costs threaten future of Fishing Classic
THE future of the Fermanagh Fishing Classic is under threat after the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) withdrew funding for staff overtime due to ongoing budget pressures. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council had been informed by DAERA’s Inland Fisheries section that it could no longer provide support for the event. Minister Andrew […]
Ederney mourns loss of 99-year-old Rosaleen Gillen
THE late Rosaleen Gillen from Ederney, who passed away at the age of 99, has been remembered fondly in a wave of heartfelt tributes. Mrs Gillen, formerly from Drumduff in Ederney, passed away peacefully at the County Care Home in Enniskillen. She was born in Rottenmountain in June 1925 to Francie Hugh and Cassie Monaghan. […]
Lisnaskea teacher releases heartwarming Christmas book
By Niamh McGovern LISNASKEA teacher Catrina McDermott has written a touching book aimed at bringing comfort to people who are feeling low. Her new release, ‘The Christmas Prayer’, was launched recently with the hope of uplifting readers of all ages. Speaking with the Fermanagh Herald, Catrina said she has always had a passion for writing. She […]
End of the roadshow for Crannog Antiques
Crannog Antiques has been a magical treasure trove for the people of Fermanagh for nearly 30 years. Nestled in the heart of the town, the shop has been a source of charm and history, with its collection of vintage furniture, delicate porcelain, and other unique items, each telling its own story. Evelyn Hassard opened the […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Hospital Ball!
There was plenty of glitz and glamour and top style on display at the Hospital Ball at the Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen. Check out all of the action from our gallery of pics and tag your friends or whoever you see here in our Facebook post. To read more on this story see this week’s […]