Disgraced priest jailed for historic sexual abuse
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A DISGRACED priest who sexually abused four boys over a decade was today jailed for seven years. Former canon Patrick McEntee (71), formerly from Dromore, was sentenced at Dungannon Crown Court. The offending related to abuse carried out while McEntee was a teacher at St Michael’s College in Enniskillen, dating back to the late 1970s […]

Ely Lodge brought to the market by Savills for £5m
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Savills has been instructed to bring to market Ely Lodge, a historic 209-acre estate with over 2.7 miles of private lough frontage on Lower Lough Erne. The property, which has been extensively restored and maintained, is offered for sale by private treaty with a guide price of £5m. Occupying a commanding peninsula position just six […]

Plan to revolutionise Fermanagh tourism sector
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TOURISM leaders and business owners in Fermanagh have been encouraged to share their views on a draft corporate plan which sets out the next steps for the economy in the North. The industry in Fermanagh has struggled over the past year, with the cost-of-living crisis having a significant impact, forcing Tourism Northern Ireland to look […]

Fundraising never feels like work for Krystle Corrigan
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When you step into the Cancer Focus NI centre in Enniskillen, chances are you’ll be greeted by the warmth and enthusiasm of Krystle Corrigan. As Fundraising Events Officer for Enniskillen and Fermanagh, Krystle is the driving force behind a packed calendar of local events that raise vital funds while bringing people together with hope and […]

Weapon possession and threats to kill charges
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A THIRTY-two-year-old man has been remanded in custody on charges of weapon possession and threats to kill. Ionut Popa from Villa Terrace, Ederney is accused of having an Airsoft BB gun with intent to cause another person to believe that unlawful violence would be used against them. It is further alleged he twice threatened to […]

NIAS admits to patient safety concerns
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THE NI Ambulance Service (NIAS) has admitted that delays in its response times are putting patients at risk. In the minutes for its June board meeting, NIAS discussed its 999 response times, citing ‘persistent handover delay’ and staff availability – due to crews over working their scheduled hours – as among the reasons for long delays. The report outlined how the […]

Big-hearted bikers ‘Ride Out for Prems’
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THE Western Trust has expressed its gratitude for generous donations made to its neonatal units by the charity motorcycle group Bikers Ride Out for Prems. The group, dedicated to supporting premature babies, is currently undertaking a four-day fundraising tour around Ireland. There are 30 bikes visiting 12 hospitals who raised money to purchase medical equipment […]

Ambulance cover fears as transfers to Derry soar
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FERMANAGH is being left without adequate ambulance cover, as new figures reveal the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service (NIAS) is making more than two transfers a day from the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) to Altnagelvin. A Freedom of Information request obtained by the ‘Herald shows NIAS carried out 795 transfers from Enniskillen to Derry in […]

Strangulation accused fails to appear in court
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AN ARREST warrant has been issued for a Lisnaskea man accused of multiple charges including strangulation and assault. Liam Smith (20) from Derryree Wood is alleged to have intentionally applied pressure on or to the throat or neck of a female affecting her ability to breathe or the flow of blood to her brain, assaulted […]