Roslea farmer is president of Ulster Grassland society


A FERMANAGH farmer has been named as the new president of the Ulster Grassland Society (UGS). Rosela man John Egerton is already well-known in farming circles. He was appointed to his new role at the recent 2024 UGS conference, succeeding Colin Linton in the role. At the conference, Mr Egerton pointed to he role farming […]

Couple shattered after pet dog dies from poisoning


A FERMANAGH couple has been left ‘terrified’ after one of their pet Labradors died and another was left fighting for its life after they appeared to ingest rat poison at their home. In mid-December, couple Ethen and Emma Armstrong moved to a new house in Brookeborough, with their much-loved dogs, ‘Bono’ and ‘Shadow’. Just three weeks in […]

Derrygonnelly farmer Karl ready for TG4’s ‘Glór Tíre’


Derrygonnelly farmer Karl Kirkpatrick is set to put his singing talents to the test later this when he performs on TG4 talent show ‘Glór Tíre’. The talented musician, who regularly performs alongside Pettigo’s Paul Kelly, is one of eight Country music singers who are set to appear in the new series of the popular programme. […]

Local trade unionist takes to airwaves


A NEW book celebrating 100 years of the Enniskillen Unite Branch has been highlighted in a popular local BBC radio show, Your Place and Mine. Broadcast on Saturday mornings on BBC Radio Ulster and presented by Anne Marie McAleese, the programme celebrates the people, places and stories that make Northern Ireland unique. Former local trade union leader, Jim Quinn, […]

PODCAST: It’s Rover and out for Paddy


In this week’s episode of The Bootroom Podcast, Tommy and Paddy discuss the departure of Dunbreen Rovers manager Paddy McNulty and reflect on Dungannon’s superb win over Linfield at the weekend. They also preview the last-16 of the Junior Cup.

Herald journalist to take on Brendan Dolan in Tempo


FERMANAGH Herald journalist Mark McGoldrick is one of 18 players who are set to take on Brendan Dolan in Tempo as part of a night aiming to raise money for a cancer charity. The Milltown Manor, located in Main Street, Tempo, is staging a ‘Charity Darts Night’ on Friday, February 9, with the Belcoo thrower […]