AN IRVINESTOWN man is to contest a charge of criminal damage which allegedly occurred on May 6 2024. Vincent Abraham (40) from Richland Park is accused of damaging a car belonging to a male. A defence solicitor entered a not guilty plea to the charge on the defendant’s behalf at Enniskillen Magistrates Court. District Judge Alana […]
Lack pupils could be transferred to Kesh
PUPILS from Lack Primary School, which is due to close this year, could be transferred to Kesh Primary School, the Education Authority has confirmed. Following a brief reprieve from closure last year, in January parents and the community received the devastating news that the primary school would be close at the end of this school year. […]
Lack of housing contributing to Fermanagh homelessness
THE shortage of available housing and cost-of-living crisis are “significant and constant issues” locally which are resulting in a growing number of people living on the streets in Fermanagh. There has been a growing number of people in the North who have found themselves homeless, with cross-border charity ‘Depaul’ pledging to support people who are in […]
Fermanagh teacher to go on trial on Tuesday
David Baxter, a former teacher at Erne Integrated College, denies sexually assault a female child.
Benny shuts up shop after nearly half a century
LOCAL man Benny McClave is shutting up shop after nearly half a century of service. In the heart of Brookeborough, a beloved local shop is entering a new chapter as its owner prepares to retire after 45 remarkable years. The man behind this cherished establishment, known for his warm smile and unwavering dedication, is passing […]
Renewed calls grow for Lisnaskea banking hub
THERE have been renewed calls for a banking hub to be set up in Lisnaskea. The town has been without a bank of any kind for a year now, with the Ulster Bank closing last March. At the time Cllr Eddie Roofe, pictured below, approached LINK – the body responsible for banking hubs – about potentially setting […]
Derrygonnelly road closure sparks commuter frustration
RESIDENTS along the Derrygonnelly Road are expressing their frustration over the closure of the route, which they feel is unnecessary and disruptive. With detours causing delays and inconvenience in their daily routines, many locals are questioning the extent of the roadwork and the communication surrounding the closure. From Monday to Friday (March 14), from 8am […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Francie Carron 3, Drumhack road, Enniskillen. BT92 3DQ Passed away peacefully at South West Acute Hospital on Tuesday 4th March 2025 R.I.P. Funeral arrangements to follow. The death has occurred of Tessie Flood (Nee McCabe). 2nd March 2025. 5 Sillees Grove, Derrygonnelly, Co Fermanagh. Tessie passed away peacefully at the […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be a cloudy day for most, with the chance of occasional spots of light rain or drizzle under the thickest cloud. Some brighter spells are likely to develop in the south-east. Breezy.
New tourism funding for wild Fermanagh landscape
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The Irish Government is helping to develop the tourism potential of an area of Fermanagh. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has announced allocations from the Shared Island Fund of over €6 million over the next five years to develop Sliabh Beagh as an eco-tourism destination. Sliabh Beagh is a protected upland area with heritage and conservation status, […]