THE “continued shortage in supply” of available properties in Fermanagh is one of the key factors behind the sharp rise in house prices over the past 12 months, the ‘Herald understands. The Northern Ireland House Price Index recently reported that the average price of a house in the North in 2024 increased by nine per-cent, with […]
Man charged after Enniskillen £90k cannabis seizure
A man has been charged following £90k worth of cannabis was seized in Enniskillen yesterday (28 February 2025). “Police have charged a man to court following a search of a property in the Enniskillen area on Thursday 27th February, where an estimated street value of up to £90,000 worth of suspected cannabis was seized,” a […]
Postal problems persist for Fermanagh residents
THE PROBLEMS with Fermanagh’s postal system are persisting, with the local Council now planning to write to Royal Mail to address the problem. As reported by the ‘Herald, concerns have been raised locally with people claiming they’re not receiving letters on time, with Royal Mail employees citing they’re under major pressure. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is to […]
Fears over future of Castle Barracks grows
COUNCIL staff based at the Castle Barracks in Enniskillen are being relocated as fears grow over the future and sustainability of one of Fermanagh’s historic buildings, the ‘Herald can reveal. It’s understood employees with the Roads’ Service are set to move to the Killyhevlin Industrial Estate, while the ‘Blue Badge’ department will be relocated to […]
Plans to demolish and rebuild Enniskillen supermarket
Plans to demolish and rebuild a supermarket in Enniskillen will create around 10 new jobs. The owners of the EUROSPAR and café/restaurant unit at Cornagrade Road have applied for planning permission to knock the present building down and replace it with a new store. They say the development currently employs around 65 people, but claim […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Anna Elizabeth (Betty) DUNWOODY (née Armstrong). 27th February 2025. Peacefully at her home Tattyreagh, Fivemiletown, in her 94th year. Dearly loved wife of the late Tommy, much loved mother of Elizabeth (Alistair Gilmore) and William (Ruth), loving granny of Jonathon (Erin), Sarah (David), Anna (Jonas), Laura, Grace, Rachel (Joel) and […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Lingering mist and fog locally this morning. The rest of the day will continue with plenty of wintry sunshine. Some patchy cloud at times in the south and east.
£90k worth of herbal cannabis found in Fermanagh
A MAN has been arrested after police found an “estimated street value of up to £90,000” worth of herbal cannabis in Enniskillen today. “Shortly after 10am on Thursday morning, 27th February, officers carried out a search of a residential premises in the area,” said Detective Inspector Conlan. “A number of suspected cannabis plants were located, […]
Magee ready to rock Fermanagh venue
TALENTED Enniskillen singer-songwriter Sean Magee is set to mark his return to the town in style next month when he headlines what’s reported to be a sold-out gig at ‘Charlie’s Bar’. The former Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann champion is one of the county’s top music artists and he’s set to entertain his Fermanagh fans, when […]
Fermanagh man to contest assault charge
A charge of assault which is alleged to have occurred last summer is to be contested. Brendan McGullion (49) from Crott Road, Enniskillen is accused of committing the offence against a male on August 3 2024. A defence solicitor told Enniskillen Magistrates Court the charge is denied. District Judge Alana McSorley adjourned the case until […]