An Enniskillen man has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for a number of offences relating to what a judge called a ‘revenge attack’ last year. Kieran Redmond (37), of Sligo Road in Enniskillen, was due to appear before the court via video link from Maghaberry prison, but he failed to do so due […]
Don’t forget to wind back the clocks this weekend!
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Unfortunately it will mean that the evenings are getting darker, but at least we’re going to have an extra hour in bed when summertime officially comes to an end this weekend. With the colder nights beginning to close in, clocks will go back one hour on Sunday, (October 26) at 2am, and they won’t be […]
My Daddy, the Lough Erne legend
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The late Gerry ‘Maco’ McIntyre, who passed away peacefully on October 14 surrounded by his family, has been remembered by his daughter Finola ‘Fin’ McIntyre as a “passionate, free spirit.” She described him as a “wonderful father” who lived life on his own vibrant terms, embracing individuality, kindness, and a deep love for the world around him. […]
Concern about ambulance response times in Fermanagh
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The latest figures suggest the removal of emergency general surgery from the SWAH is putting added pressure on the ambulance service.
Minister vows to tackle Fermanagh flash flooding
Minister Kimmins has said her Department is ‘ready to respond’ to flooding in Fermanagh, during a visit to the county.
Enniskillen-born journalist revisits town’s darkest day
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A new podcast from Enniskillen-born journalist Mario Ledwith is shining fresh light on one of the town’s darkest days. Mario, who was born in the Erne Hospital just two days after the Poppy Day bombing on November 8, 1987, has always felt a deep, personal connection to the tragedy that claimed 12 lives and injured […]
Crucial documents around Enniskillen bombing lost
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IN his new podcast series, journalist Mario Ledwith uncovers troubling findings about the aftermath of the 1987 Enniskillen bombing. One of the key revelations concerns the destruction of crucial police documents which may have contained vital information about the attack. The files were reportedly lost during a ‘clean-up operation’ after asbestos was discovered at an RUC […]
Brown fires St Aidan’s into Pat King Cup quarter-final
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U16.5 PAT KING CUP SECTION C St. Aidan’s 4-10 Colaiste Oiriall 2-4 by Martin McBrien TWO goals from Ethan Brown helped St Aidan’s High School to a big win over Colaiste Oiriall at O’Connell Park in Derrylin, helping them qualify for the quarter-final of the U16.5 Pat King Cup. Essentially, it was the home side’s […]
Artist brings myth and magic to Forthill Street
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Local artist Kevin McHugh has brought new life to Enniskillen with his latest mural, ‘Conn-Eda and the Golden Apples of Lough Erne.’ Located on Forthill Street, the artwork draws inspiration from a well-known local legend, capturing its excitement and mythical elements in a striking, colourful design. The mural, which was unveiled just in time for […]
Council seeks help on how to spend new £4.5m funding
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council want to hear from local businesses on how it should spend a new £4.5m fund. The council has been awarded the money from the Department for the Economy through the Regional Balance Fund over the next three years. “This funding will support local businesses and drive economic growth across the […]