THERE has been a sharp rise in pothole compensation claims across the UK over a four year period, with many people reporting damage caused to their vehicles on the road. Although there’s no specific data for the North, the RAC has reported that claims made to councils in the UK increased by 90 per-cent between […]
Average house price in Fermanagh reaches £188,000
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THE race for homes has reached a fever pitch, with average house prices jumping by a staggering 8.5 per-cent in just 12 months. The average price of a home in the county is now reaching £188,000, outpacing what many local people can afford. Local estate agent Niall Smyth said that these prices will continue to rise over […]
Fermanagh band braced for busy year
FERMANAGH band ‘Tully’ said that their build-up to Christmas was “pretty amazing” as they concluded 2025 in style with a number of sold-out local performances. The group from the Knocks have enjoyed a fairytale year, rising to prominence to become one of the most popular bands and music groups on the local music scene. ‘Tully’ […]
Turnover dip for parent company of Enniskillen business
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MEDWYN Holdings Ltd, the parent company of an Enniskillen-founded steel fabrication firm, recorded a turnover drop of more than £40 million over the past 12 months. Medwyn Holdings Ltd is the parent company of Brian Hewitt Construction, which was set up in Enniskillen, and is one of the leading lights in the steel development and […]
Biggest ever tractor run rolls through Fivemiletown
THE streets of Fivemiletown were lined with spectators on last week as the town hosted its largest-ever Tractor and Vintage Car Run. Now in its third year, the popular event saw more than 160 vehicles take part, including a wide mix of vintage, classic and modern tractors, cars and scooters. Well-known tractor makes such as Massey […]
Calls for resurfacing of rural roads in Fermanagh
THE resurfacing of rural roads in Boho, Derrygonnelly, Garrison and Belleek should be at ‘the top of the list’ for infrastructure projects this year, a local representative has claimed. Fermanagh and Omagh District Councillor, Anthony Feely, recently called on the Northern Ireland Department for Infrastructure to consider improving driving conditions in the west of the county. […]
Enniskillen Filmmaker releases film on YouTube
A short film produced by Enniskillen filmmaker David McCann is set to reach a wider audience this weekend with its release on YouTube. The Green Fella, McCann’s second short film, will be uploaded to the video-sharing platform on Sunday night, January 11, at 9pm. The film was originally made in 2020 and marks another step […]
Fermanagh GAA clubs appoint new managers
FORMER Donegal ladies manager John McNulty has been appointed as the new boss at Devenish St Mary’s. The Kilcar clubman, who represented Donegal as a player, as well as managing their senior ladies squad, has been ratified as the new manager of Devenish ahead of the 2026 season. McNulty is a vastly experienced coach having […]
Fermanagh father ‘fears for his life’ after attacks
A LOCAL single father has said he is living in constant fear for his children and himself following two violent attacks last year. Speaking to the ‘Herald, the local man said he felt let down by the court system after the person charged with assaulting him had their case thrown out of court. The first incident […]
Fermanagh footballer McCaffrey stars at Nations Cup
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TEN-YEAR-OLD soccer star Bella McCaffrey recently impressed for the Northern Ireland Girls Under-11 team at the Nations Cup in Barcelona. Following her success at the trials at Dub Lane in Belfast, McCaffrey made a strong start to her Northern Ireland career, impressing during international training. The team travelled to Cambrils Park in Salou at Halloween […]