“The sustainability of the aging community in the large Convent building has been challenging” said a spokesperson for the Sisters of Mercy.
Teenager arrested after car chase ends in Fermanagh
A 17-year-old boy was arrested after a weekend car chase from Omagh to Maguiresbridge. Police officers, who eventually used a stinger device to bring the car to a stop, found a large quantity of suspected Class A drugs in the vehicle. A PSNI spokesperson said: “Officers were conducting routine patrols at the weekend when they […]
Lisnaskea school seeks permission for new classrooms
A Lisnaskea school is seeking to install two new classrooms and a science lab. St Kevin’s College has applied for planning permission from Fermanagh and Omagh District Council for the new plans. It would involve two new modular classroom units, along with the new modular science lab. If granted planned permission, the new education facilities […]
Met Office issue rain warning for Co Fermanagh today
THE Met Office has issued a rain warning for Co Fermanagh today. Weather experts say heavy rain is likely to bring some transport disruption and flooding in places. The rain warning is in place today from noon to 6pm. Motorists have been urged to take extra care on the roads during this period. The rain […]
NI charity reflects on tough year for rural community
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FARMERS across the North are being urged to hold onto a sense of cautious optimism as Rural Support reflects on what it describes as ‘one of the most challenging years in recent memory’ for the agricultural community. The farm support charity says 2025 placed intense pressure on family farms, with rising input costs, market volatility, […]
Council to write to newspapers regarding new law
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FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council have agreed to write to local newspapers in regards to concerns surrounding Caoimhe’s Law. The proposed law will make it a criminal offence to film, share, or publish images and videos of victims at fatal or critical road crash scenes, especially before families are notified in order to protect dignity […]
Missing girl last seen in Enniskillen yesterday
POLICE are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of Yasmin Carroll who has been reported missing. Yasmin has links to Fermanagh, Newtownstewart and Derry, A PSNI spokesperson said: “Yasmin was last seen in the Enniskillen area at 2.40pm on Saturday 24th January. “Yasmin is described as approximately 5 ‘ 2 “, of a slim build […]
Defeat for Fermanagh in NFL opener in Enniskillen
Fermanagh 0-12 Wexford 1-13 A STRONG finish from Wexford saw them take the two points out of Brewster Park this afternoon, as Fermanagh lost out to the Leinster side in their NFL Division Three opener. Conor Love opened the scoring for Fermanagh after four minutes, with Páiric Hughes registering Wexford’s first score after 10 minutes. […]
Donegal singer Sinead to lead Fermanagh gig
EXCITEMENT is building in Belleek and the surrounding areas after Donegal star Sinead Black confirmed she’s set for what’s expected to be a sold-out concert. A large crowd is set to turn out to Belleek Parish Church on Friday, February 13, for a performance of Sinead Black, who is set to perform at the Fermanagh […]
Walk to be held to remember Gregory
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EMPLOYEES at Mannok Cement are gearing up for a special memorial walk to remember their late colleague Gregory Cassidy, as well as raising money for a local charity. Formerly of Tarmon Brae in Enniskillen, Mr Cassidy (59) passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, August 1, following a battle with illness. Mr Cassidy was a […]