By Annie Flynn PUPILS from St Mary’s Primary School Teemore spent last Thursday afternoon making St Brigid’s crosses in preparation for February 1st, St Brigid’s Day. The children in classes P3, 4, 6 and 7 spent last Wednesday evening collecting rushes. Fiona Drumm, a teacher in the school, explained, “The pupils went out the night […]
Residents’ fears for Fermanagh accident blackspot
RESIDENTS have raised fears that it’s “only a matter of time” before someone is killed on a busy local road that is not being gritted. Over the past few weeks there have been several accidents on the Druminiskill Road near Florencecourt on frosty or icy mornings. One local woman told the ‘Herald they had encountered two bad […]
Fermanagh man Stephen (25) had ‘a hunger for life’
AN outpouring of grief has been expressed throughout Fermanagh following the death of much-loved Stephen McCarthy, who passed away following a battle with illness. The 25-year-old died peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital on Tuesday (January 28). Stephen has been described as “a bright, articulate young man with a hunger for life” by his auntie Fiona McCarthy. […]
Man accused of non-fatal strangulation in Enniskillen
The man is charged with attacking a woman in Enniskillen last year.
Fresh calls for return of Fermanagh angling classic
Fishing events across Fermanagh are at risk due to funding cuts from DAERA.
Safety fears due to Fermanagh ambulance pressures
The NI Ambulance Service has warned of potential coverage issues in Fermanagh.
FLASHBACK FRIDAY…Young Farmers party
Do you recognise anyone who were enjoying themselves on this particular night out at the Trillick Young Farmers party in the Valley Hotel? Tag them in our Facebook post below!
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will see plenty of winter sunshine and just the odd patch of cloud moving in at times, mostly in the afternoon. A gentle easterly breeze will be associated.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Stewart, 6th February 2025, peacefully at her home, 7 Prince Andrew, Terrace, Derrygonnelly. Caroline Elizabeth Ann, a much loved wife of the late Ivan, and a adored mother of Tanya (Darren), Joanne (Malcolm), William (Janette), Amanda (Darragh) and Andrew (Rachel). Also a dear sister of Mary, and the late Ruth and Isaac. A very special […]
Boho man Gary brings granny’s accordion back to life
The Fermanagh teacher turned to the team at ‘The Repair Shop’ for help restoring a piece of family heritage.