Fermanagh’s future leaders take seats at the Townhall


THERE were no doubt a few future leaders among the St Kevin’s Student Council who had the opportunity to sample the workings of local government last week. Recently the students from the Lisnaskea college had the change to hold their first Student Council meeting of the new term in the chamber of Enniskillen Townhall. The Student Council, […]

Fermanagh singer Clara Tracey’s releasing new music


CLARA Tracey has established herself as one of Fermanagh’s top singers and she’s recently confirmed that she’s going to be launching a second album later this year. Daughter of Fermanagh businessman Patsy and renowned music teacher Carmel, Clara’s forged a unique career in music, finding a way to mix traditional English music with a French […]

Encirc road safety campaign tops 1,500 mark


LOCAL glass manufacturer and bottle filler Encirc has donated high-visibility vests and beanie hats to local schools in Fermanagh and has topped the 1,500 mark. Mullanaskea Primary School, Enniskillen and St. Columban’s Primary School in Belcoo were the latest recipients of almost 300 vests and hats. The aim of the campaign is to ensure that school children feel safe […]

Three-day Translink strike suspended


A THREE-DAY strike this week by transport workers in Northern Ireland, which threatened to disrupt the travel plans of thousands of Fermanagh commuters, has been suspended. Translink workers were due to walk out yesterday (Tuesday) for three days after their unions rejected a payment offer from the government. However, following talks on Sunday, the unions said there had been an […]

PICTURES: Heavy snow brings Fermanagh to a standstill


THE Fermanagh community woke up this morning [Friday] to a heavy blanket of snow which has caused disruption across the county. A number of schools in Enniskillen and the surrounding areas have closed and the Police Service of Northern Ireland are encouraging motorists to not take unnecessary journeys. “Police have received several reports of vehicles […]

The Whistlin’ Donkeys confirm Easter shows


Fresh off the back of a major tour of Australia, the Whistlin’ Donkeys have confirmed they’ve an action-packed schedule planned with shows in some of Ireland’s biggest venues. The six-man band is set to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in style with what’s expected to be a sold-out show in Vicar Street in Dublin. The Whistlin’ […]

WATCH… Rollerskating group glides into town


LEANNA is gliding into town with her new roller-skating club. Glide and Groove Roller-skate Club has kickstarted in Fermanagh bringing back an old-school sport to the local community. Leanna Kirkup is behind the move and runs the club. She developed her love for roller-skating when living in London and the passion grew from there. “I had a friend who invited […]

Coná and Shea take the plunge with new Cold Water Club


A NEW cold water group called Cold Water Club has dived into Fermanagh waters. The new group has been started by newlyweds Coná and Shea Daly who host local swim socials to help people get involved in cold water swimming. Coná had been doing events under her Instagram page dipsnhips for the last two years before starting the […]