TRILLICK and District Young Farmers’ Club (YFC) hosted another memorable Friends and Supporters Night last week, welcoming a fantastic turnout of family, friends, and community members to Trillick Hall. The evening was a heartfelt celebration of the club’s achievements over the past year, bringing together generations of supporters in a warm and lively atmosphere. The event […]
Rumours of ‘Line of Duty’ return increases
ENNISKILLEN actor Adrian Dunbar recently met up with his former ‘Line of Duty’ colleagues as speculation mounts that a new series could be on the way to the delight of the programme’s fans. The 66-year-old, who played Superintendent Ted Hastings, in the show was snapped enjoying the St Patrick’s Day celebrations, alongside his colleagues, Vicky […]
Public order charges in SWAH
A NUMBER of public order charges which allegedly occurred at South West Acute Hospital have been put to a Trillick man who appeared in court. Jamie Maguire (29) from Killyfuddy Road is accused of assaulting police, using disorderly behaviour and resisting arrest on March 21. District Judge Alana McSorley remanded the accused on continuing bail to […]
Warning for Fermanagh dog owners during lambing season
FERMANAGH dog owners have been warned to keep their dogs under control in the countryside, particularly now during the ongoing lambing season. The warning has been issued by Fermanagh and Omagh Council, who noted livestock worrying by dogs was “a key concern for farmers and still remains an issue”, with 30 reported incidents in the local […]
Fermanagh siblings set for marathon challenge
TWO Fermanagh sisters are set to compete in the Belfast Marathon in their bid to do “something special” to remember their late father and raise awareness around sudden cardiac death. Michelle Smith and Breege Cassidy are preparing to take part in Belfast Marathon on Sunday, May 4, with proceeds raised going towards the British Heart […]
Lisnaskea Police Station ‘being considered’ for upgrade
THE PSNI has said it is considering upgrading Lisnaskea Police Station, as part of a wider plan to modernise its estate. Back in February, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council wrote to the policing service to asking it to consider “modernising the aesthetics” of the town-centre station. The request came after the good news that work […]
Enniskillen woman driving while disqualified
PRE-SENTENCE reports are to be prepared after a woman admitted a number of motoring offences. Rebecca Jennifer Whyte (31) from Sedan Terrace, Enniskillen drove while disqualified and without insurance close to her home on January 18. A defence solicitor told Enniskillen Magistrates Court there is a previous relevant record and report would be helpful. District Judge […]
Laurine’s helping cancer patients cope with hair loss
A LOCAL woman who is leading the Cancer Hair Care outreach clinic in Fermanagh has been described as “a gem” as she helps people cope with hair loss following their treatment for cancer. Laurine Lilley is the lead hairdresser for Cancer Hair Care in Ireland and she’s running a daily clinic at Salon 22 in […]
Car headlight glare not currently tested
IT’S such a pervasive problem that puts many motorists off driving at night, however it has now been revealed the intensity of car headlights is not currently tested for road safety purposes. Fermanagh and Omagh Council recently wrote to the Department for Infrastructure (DfI) expressing concern about the brightness of vehicle headlights, noting they are […]
Parking charges increase agreed despite objections
By Thomas Maher FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has pushed through a controversial decision to increase parking charges at three council-owned car parks across the district despite objections from the Ulster Unionist Party (UUP). The change in pricing will affect three council-owned car parks, two in Enniskillen and one in Omagh. On March 4, Fermanagh and […]