MORE than 100 people in Fermanagh and Omagh affected by sexual abuse and abusive relationships were referred for urgent support in the past year, according to Nexus, a charity offering vital services for victims. Since its inception in 1984, Nexus has provided life-saving support to individuals aged 8 and older who have experienced sexual abuse […]
Strike action looms for Fermanagh teachers
A LOCAL teacher has expressed pride in her colleagues after they overwhelmingly voted for strike action in their fight for better pay. Teaching unions across Northern Ireland have agreed to further industrial action, putting pressure on the Department of Education to implement a pay deal already agreed upon in the UK. Sally Rees, an Enniskillen […]
Seán Quinn eyes revival of Fermanagh wind farm bid
FERMANAGH businessman Seán Quinn could be set to revive his bid to buy the Slieve Rushen Wind Farm in Derrylin amid speculation that the sale for the site has fallen through. UK-based company Gravis, which purchased the wind farm in 2014 for over €100 million, had reportedly been in negotiations with an international buyer over […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
A good deal of wintry sunshine is expected this morning, though in the afternoon patchy cloud and scattered showers are expected. Winds will gradually ease. Mild.
Spying scandal: Cops ordered to pay Trevor Birney £4k
The PSNI has been ordered to pay £4,000 to a Co Fermanagh journalist it illegally spied on. The Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) in London today ruled police in Northern Ireland acted illegally by spying on Enniskillen man Trevor Birney and his colleague, Belfast journalist Barry McCaffrey in a bid to identify their sources. The landmark […]
Fermanagh brothers jailed in US for scamming pensioners
Two Co Fermanagh brothers have been jailed in the US for scamming elderly people out of thousands of dollars. Patrick McDonagh, 35, and Matthew McDonagh, 34, from Irvinestown, have both been sentenced to 18 months in a US prison and face likely deportation. The BBC reports the brothers travelled around Oregon and Illinois posing as […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be a windy day with a few spells of rain in the morning. It will turn a little drier around noon, but heavier rain is expected later on. Near-gale winds around coasts.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Tisdall– December 14th 2024. Peacefully in the South West Acute Hospital. Francis George, Dowler (Frank), Farrannaconaghy, Lisnaskea, Co.Fermanagh dearly beloved husband of the late Rosemary Mildred and dear father of Eileen (Phil Thompson) and Martin (Rachel) and loving grandfather of Finn and Nancy. House private please. Funeral service in Sallaghy Parish Church, Lisnaskea on Tuesday […]
Police launch appeal after Enniskillen hit and run
POLICE in Fermanagh has launched an appeal for information following a hit and run this evening. ”Police are appealing for witnesses/dash cam footage of a hit and run road traffic collision that occurred on Monday 16th December 2024 at approximately 1905hrs on the Dublin Road, Enniskillen outside the old McDonald’s building, involving a Black Audi […]
Enniskillen food truck raises funds for local Foodbank
The Crisp Shack in Enniskillen will be holding a charity event tonight (Monday 16) to raise vital funds for Enniskillen Foodbank. The food truck will be selling burgers and hotdogs for £2 with all proceeds going towards the local charity. In a heartfelt video shared on social media, the crisp flavoured food van acknowledged the […]