IN what has been one of the busiest weeks of their music career to date, The Tumbling Paddies have performed to thousands of fans in the States, while releasing a successful new single. The six-man Fermanagh group, who have established themselves as one of the top bands on the island, recently led five action-packed and […]
Fermanagh health carers left in jobs limbo
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A LOCAL carer with North West Care has spoken of her “shock” and “anxiety” following news the provider will withdraw from the local area later this year. North West Care is one of the three providers of homecare contracted by the trust in Lisnaskea, Irvinestown, and Enniskillen. The company has been providing care for the past […]
Top results for SWC students
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SOUTH West College (SWC) is celebrating another successful year as hundreds of Enniskillen campus students also received their exam results on Thursday. Celine McCartan, Principal and Chief Executive of SWC, praised the achievements of the students, many of whom were celebrating top BTEC Level 3 grades. “I am delighted with the results achieved by students […]
Major support for Enniskillen business group
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A LOCAL high street business has been hailed as “a tremendous example” of what the town has to offer. Cassidy Hospitality Group, which operates some of the biggest eateries and top retailers in the town, recently agreed to join up with the UK Government-backed organisation ‘Go Succeed’. The Enniskillen organisation operates some of the town’s top […]
Top Fermanagh talent wows at Fleadh Cheoil
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THE O’Donnell siblings from Roslea have again achieved unprecedented success at the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann as they continue to become the leading local force in Irish traditional music. Aodhán, Ciara and Olivia O’Donnell won the 24C Ceol Trír / Trios (15-18 years) title in Wexford, with Olivia also claiming second place in the 1C […]
Man appears in court over Ederney firearm incidents
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A 32-YEAR-OLD man has appeared in court accused of pointing an imitation firearm at people in Ederney last week. Ionut Popa, of Villa Terrace, Ederney, appeared before Strabane Magistrates’ Court today charged with possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, and two counts of making threats to kill. The charges relate to […]
Fermanagh man charged with alleged assault at pub
A TWENTY-two-year-old man has appeared in court in relation to an assault which allegedly occurred when disorder broke out in an Enniskillen pub. Jamie Weir from Makenny Crescent, Ballinamallard is charged with causing actual bodily harm to a male and using disorderly behaviour in licensed premises. District Judge Barney McElholm remanded Weir on continuing bail […]
Father and son run for Oak Healthy Living Centre
ON OCTOBER 12, Liam Leonard and his son Oisín will run a half marathon in Perth, Western Australia — not for medals, but for something far more meaningful. Their goal is to raise funds for the Oak Healthy Living Centre in Liam’s hometown of Lisnaskea, a community that has faced significant mental health challenges, including the […]
Fermanagh talent shines in haunting adaption of Carrie
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Fermanagh Musical Theatre Group took to the Ardhowen stage last night for the opening performance of Carrie, the chilling musical adaptation of Stephen King’s iconic novel. Running from August 20th to 23rd, the show delves into powerful themes of difference, isolation, religious extremism, and, ultimately, empowerment. At its core, Carrie is a haunting tale of […]
Fivemiletown community is left heartbroken at the death of Paula Scott
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The late Paula Scott has been remembered as a beautiful, caring person and someone who was always smiling, as the Fivemiletwon community mourns the death of the mother of two. Formally of Colebrooke Road, Fivemiletown. Ms Scott passed away peacefully at her home and in the care of her loving family on Sunday. Ms Scott […]