RESIDENTS across Fermanagh are urged to remain vigilant, as Police continue to investigate a reported forced entry to a local property. Last night (Friday), Police received reports of a ‘man acting suspiciously’ in Main Street in Lack. The ‘Herald also understands that there was an alleged forced entry into a house in Dromore. Police are […]
NI Country Music Awards are coming to Clogher
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THE NORTHERN Ireland Country Music Awards 2026 (NICMA), which are voted by the public, are set to be held for the first time in Tyrone. It’s fair to say Tyrone has produced more than its fair share of Ireland’s most talented and enduring country stars over the years. From Brian Coll, Philomena Begley, Dominic Kirwan, Gene […]
Concern in Fermanagh over school meals 50p price hike
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FAMILIES across Fermanagh are bracing themselves for another financial hit, with the cost of school meals set to rise by 50p. The increase comes as the Education Authority announced sweeping cost-saving measures to address a £300 million shortfall in its budget for the year ahead. Organisations such as Home-Start and the Enniskillen Foodbank say the move risks […]
House prices ‘unaffected’ after Andrew name saga
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THE values of houses in Prince Andrew Terrace in Derrygonnelly ‘remain unaffected’, according to a local estate agent, as a campaign begins to change the name of the street. Cllr Anthony Feely recently called on Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to consider whether it could rename the street, after residents spoke of their ‘embarrassment’ of […]
Fermanagh mourns passing of well-known Hubert Lucy
THE Enniskillen community was left saddened following the passing of William Hubert Lucy, a well-known resident in the town, who was a friend to many. Formerly of Lisgoole Park in Enniskillen, Mr Lucy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29. One of five children born to parents William and Mary, Mr Lucy was a popular […]
Fermanagh singer Tommy to release new single
ARNEY singer Tommy Owens said he “really enjoys” performing alongside his son, ‘Glór Tíre’ finalist Conor, as he prepares to release a much-anticipated new single. Tommy has been a regular performer on the Country music scene for many years, earning a strong fan base for his extensive repertoire of songs and covers of some popular […]
Picture perfect night for Irvinestown schoolgirl
IT WAS lights, camera, action for eight-year-old Mabel Hetherington last week, whose love of photography has earned her a top prize in the Down’s Syndrome Association’s ‘My Perspective Awards’ 2025. The Irvinestown Primary School pupil travelled to London last Thursday to collect the People’s Choice Award in the child category, which was voted for by members […]
Gala to mark 10 years of Music in Fermanagh
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IT ALL began in 2015, when Fermanagh and Omagh district councils were merged. Until then, the former Fermanagh District Council had relied on its Arts Advisory Committee – local volunteers invited from within the community – to help allocate funding for arts and cultural projects. After the merger, that committee was disbanded. Some of its […]
Fermanagh businesswoman launches new venture
FERMANAGH businesswoman Catherine Maguire has launched an exciting new venture – Oaks and Archdale, a premium hamper business offering luxury hampers showcasing local and Irish produce. The project is a labour of love for Catherine, who is well known as the owner of The Vineyard Off-Licence and Castle Archdale Service Station. It brings together carefully curated selections of fine […]
Delight at resurfacing project for Fermanagh road
A MAJOR resurfacing scheme on Lack Main Street, aimed at boosting safety and accessibility for residents, businesses, and commuters, began on Monday. The project aims to provide smoother travel while strengthening the local road network. MLA Jemma Dolan has welcomed confirmation from Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins that a £180,000 resurfacing project will soon get underway […]