A FERMANAGH distillery has said it “feels privileged” after it fought off competition from some of the world’s biggest distilleries to win a top award at a global ceremony in Cannes. The Boatyard Distillery was flying the Fermanagh flag at the prestigious ‘Global Drinks Intel ESG Awards’ in France when they claimed the ‘Sustainable Spirits Product of […]
Michael English ready for Enniskillen concert
EXCITEMENT is building in Enniskillen and throughout Fermanagh as one of Ireland’s top and hugely popular singers prepares to make his much-anticipated debut in the county next week. Michael English, a 44-year-old award-winning singer from Kildare, has recently confirmed he’s going to be stopping off at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen on Thursday, October 24. “A […]
Fermanagh family makes special trip to Paris
A FERMANAGH family have embarked on a trip of a lifetime thanks to NI Children to Lapland and Days to Remember Trust (NICLT). A group of 44 people, including local health professionals, parents, and 20 brave children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, embarked on a magical trip to Disneyland Paris recently. This special journey, which resumed […]
Fermanagh walkers trek up Cuilcagh Mountain for charity
OVER 20 local residents put their “enthusiasm and determination” to the test by walking up Cuilcagh Mountain as part of a major fundraising campaign for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. A number of fundraisers and charity initiatives are ongoing throughout the county as excitement builds towards the development of a new therapeutic support centre in Enniskillen. […]
Soldier with ties to Fermanagh dies in Ukraine
A FORMER British soldier with close connections to Derrygonnelly has died fighting in Ukraine. Liam Love was reportedly killed in the Ukrainian city of Lyman after a confrontation with the Russian army on Wednesday, October 9. The 24-year-old would have turned 25 later this month on Saturday, October 26. “Our brave, brave son, Liam Love was […]
Historic return of youth aviation in Fermanagh
THE ROAR of aviation has returned to Enniskillen through the next generation of eager pilots. On Monday the town saw the official opening of the Enniskillen air cadets at the Army Reserve Centre on the Rossorry Church Road. This historic moment marks the first return of the striking air force blue uniform to Fermanagh since […]
New support measures for NI beef farmers
A NEW support scheme has been established by the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs as a “significant milestone” has been set for beef farmers throughout the North. The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs recently introduced its new Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) Scheme with the aim of helping to support the agricultural […]
Fermanagh artist honoured at Enniskillen Castle
FERMANAGH art enthusiasts are feeling “truly privileged” after a special exhibition has been set up at Enniskillen Castle which is aiming to celebrate the life and achievements of a local artist. Well-known artist William Scott spent his early life in Enniskillen where he formed a close relationship with respected art teacher Kathleen Bridle, who played a […]
John-Ross is flying the flag for Fermanagh
IT’S been a phenomenal 15 years for Greentown Environmental which, under the leadership of the 2024 Fermanagh Herald Business Person of the Year, has been growing faster and further than the invasive species its team often battle. With a strong background in the environmental maintenance sector, John-Ross Armstrong set up Greentown back in 2010 as a weed control […]
Modern Tyres reports pre-tax profit of £4 million
ENNISKILLEN-BASED Modern Tyres has reported a staggering pre-tax profit of £4 million for the past year as the company goes from strength to strength on both sides of the border. Companies House recently revealed that Modern Tyres’ pre-tax profits for 2023 rose by an impressive 27 per cent to £4 million, with a welcome 12 […]