TELFORD, December 28, 2024 at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen. Mervyn John. Beloved Husband of Kathleen, 150 Lettermoney Road, Ballinamallard, Co Fermanagh and dear father of the late Ruth. Funeral service in Magheracross Parish Church, Ballinamallard on Monday at 1.30pm followed by interment in Sydare Cemetery. House strictly private. Family will meet friends at […]
Young woman killed in road accident was pregnant
The young woman killed in a road traffic collision in Co Fermanagh two days before Christmas had just recently found out she was pregnant. Twenty-year old Amy Stokes, from Ballyconnell, Co Cavan, died following the single-vehicle collision on the Ballyconnell Road near Derrylin around 10.45pm on December 23. Amy was buried today following Requiem Mass […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
This morning will be cloudy with a few spells of light rain or drizzle. Turning drier but staying cloudy in the afternoon. Clearing skies towards the end of the day.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Ronan O’Hare. Peacefully 26th December 2024, late of 44, Dairies Little, Monea BT93 7BJ. Much loved husband of Julie and dearly loved father of Sophie, devoted grand dad to Theo and Abel. Dear brother of Nuala, Siobhan (Gavin) and Eoin (Lisa). Predeceased by his parents Sean and Sheila. Everyone is […]
Sentencing delayed in child sex abuse case
SENTENCING has been delayed for the only person – to date – that has stood trial as part of the Fermanagh sexual abuse scandal. Gerard Augustine Quaile (58) from Creamery Close, Florencecourt faced charges on seven counts of indecent assault, six of which related to one female child and the remainder to a second female […]
Time running out for XL Bully dogs to be exempted
XL Bully owners have just a couple of days to apply for an Exemption Certificate to avoid their dog being seized and facing court action. The deadline to apply to their local council online is midnight on December 31, 2024. For XL Bully dogs to be eligible for exemption they must be microchipped, licenced and […]
Kinawley gears up for star-studded ‘Keeping it Country’
A LARGE crowd is expected to gather at the Kinawley Community Centre on Friday, December 27, for the highly anticipated ‘Keeping it Country’ show, headlined by the award-winning Mick Flavin. The 75-year-old country music legend from Longford, who has been entertaining fans since the early 1980s, will make his much-anticipated return to the venue, where […]
Businesswomen make waves in New York trade mission
By Niamh McGovern THE inspiring voices of Fermanagh and Omagh women recently echoed across the globe as they spearheaded a trade mission to New York City. ‘The Voices of 7’, a group of local female entrepreneurs, aim to empower future leaders, create connections, and build opportunities by sharing their unique experiences in business. Leading a […]
Success for Mount Lourdes students at Lisnaskea Feis
By Niamh McGovern THE 50th annual Lisnaskea Feis, held recently at St Ronan’s Parish Centre, showcased a high standard of competition, with a large number of impressive entries, particularly in the Irish Language section. Mount Lourdes Grammar School earned special recognition at the event, with Sheila Maguire, Irish Language Secretary, presenting the school with the […]
Sowing togetherness this festive season in Irvinestown
By Niamh McGovern The ARC Healthy Living Centre in Irvinestown is growing more than just plants with its recently established gardening club, designed to bring people together and improve overall well-being. Meeting every Tuesday, the group is part of the ‘Green Gym Project’ and is led by Karley Wauchope from Conservation Volunteers. Launched around September […]