THE council has hit back at a survey that claims that it is the worst performing authority in the North when it comes to tackling climate change. Data from Climate Emergency UK compiled their survey by applying criteria assessing actions that local authorities have control over with respect to their impact on carbon emissions and […]
Bail denied for man involved in Granny Annie’s brawl
A DERRYLIN man who was involved in a brawl at the Granny Annie’s bar in Enniskillen has been refused bail. Michael Reilly, of Silverstream, Derrylin appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court via videolink from Maghaberry Prison. He is charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm, wounding with intent to do grievous bodily harm, possessing an offensive […]
Official opening of new Sensory Room at SWAH
A NEW sensory room has been officially opened at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH). The room will help adult learning disability patients feel more comfortable and find a space away from the noisy chaos that can sometimes happen at the SWAH’s emergency department. More than a year ago, the Western Trust opened a sensory […]
Row in Council meeting over dual-language signage
AN Ulster Unionist member of the Council has accused Sinn Féin of trying to suppress information around the Dual Language Signage policy by calling for an abbreviated version of the monthly report showing which roads were considered and approved or refused. Previously some members expressed concern around the policy allowing an application to be made by […]
Man told he has solicitor to thank for avoiding jail
A DRUMAWILL man who racked up his 211th conviction was told to be very lucky to be avoiding jail. Frederick McCordick, 41, of Coolcullen Meadow, Drumawill, appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court for sentencing for charges of driving while disqualified and using a motor vehicle without insurance. The Court heard that on January 3 of last year […]
More pain for motorists as car insurance rises
LOCAL car insurance has risen by more than 20 per cent as motorists in Fermanagh continue to be hit hard in the pocket. Petrol and diesel prices have been on the rise again recently, and new research shows that car insurance premiums are no different. According to the Association for British Insurers (ABI), a trade […]
Keeping Kilcoo in range is key, says Jones
KILCOO claimed their 11th Down Championship in 12 years when they dispatched Burren with relative ease just over a fortnight ago. Next, it’s Derrygonnelly’s turn to give them a rattle. The teams last met in the 2021 Ulster Club Final on a day the Harps might prefer to forget. After keeping with the Down men for 15 […]
Teemore ready to tackle physical Liatroim challenge
By Patrick Quigley and Katrina Brennan IT has been a while but this weekend Teemore will embark on the Ulster Club journey once again. Down champions Liatroim provide the opposition and Shamrocks’ manager Tony Collins is expecting a stern test; “I’ve seen the (Down) final and they’re quite physical and quite big, they have a big, […]
Reihill ready for ‘difficult’ Ulster opener
‘WE’RE going to give it a go,’ says Lisnaskea boss John Reihill as the Emmett’s prepare to enter the Ulster Championship for the first time in 12 years. Following a comprehensive 19-point win over Aghadrumsee in the Fermanagh Junior Football Championship Final, confidence is high in the Lisnaskea camp and Reihill wants his side to […]
Precious metal mining one step closer in Fermanagh
THE MINING company exploring for precious metals in the Fermanagh countryside has reported “encouraging” results from its latest tests, and is now seeking to identify drilling sites. Karelian Diamond Resources PLC has been carrying out exploration in the county for several years now after previously being granted a licence to prospect in the Coonian and […]