A BALLYCONNELL man has been charged with the murder of his mother Annie Heyneman and the attempted murder of his father. Danny Heyneman (31), of Kilnavart , appeared at Monaghan District Court this morning (Wednesday) where he was charged with the murder of Annie Heyneman. He was also charged with the the attempted murder of […]
Fermanagh man faces possessing indecent images charges
A NUMBER of charges relating to the possession of indecent child imagery have been put to a Kesh man who appeared in court. Charles Campbell (56) from Muckross Road faces three counts of possessing indecent images of children along with six counts of possessing extreme pornographic images. Offending is alleged to have occurred on June […]
UPDATE: Ballyconnell murder suspect remains in custody
A MAN arrested in connection with the murder of much-loved Ballyconnell resident Annie Heyneman remains in custody. The suspect, believed to be in his 30s, was arrested on Saturday night. It has been reported that the Gardaí have 24-hours to either charge or release the individual. Ms Heyneman, a popular mother-of-five, was found dead at […]
Pipe band honoured for world championship success
IRVINE Memorial Pipe Band were honoured for their world success at a civic reception in Townhall, Enniskillen, recently. The world champion band, who meet twice weekly in Clabby under the direction of Pipe Major Neil Stronge and Drum Sergeant Nicky Armstrong, have been established on the pipe band circuit for some time but 2024 takes […]
Fermanagh fitness trainer’s top tips for the new year
A LOCAL fitness expert has urged Fermanagh people to ‘start small and create good habits’ as they aim to lead healthier lifestyles as part of their New Year’s resolutions. Many of us are seeking ways to improve our health, but personal trainer Leanne McElroy, pictured below, acknowledges the challenge can feel overwhelming. “My advice would […]
Top gong for Fermanagh business
A LOCAL business has been recognised for its “commitment to top-tier sustainable energy solutions” at an awards ceremony which celebrated some of the best in the plumbing industry. Set up by Denzil Cluff in 2013 in Derrygonnelly, Ecoerne continues to lead the way in the field of renewable energy and it was recently celebrated at […]
Lough Erne named among the world’s best golf venues
THE Lough Erne Resort has said it’s ‘absolutely delighted after the award-winning Faldo Course secured a top 10 ranking in Golf World’s Top 100 Parkland courses in UK and Ireland. The Faldo Course ranked number sixth in the prestigious list, with 2027 Ryder Cup venue Adare Manor the only other Irish venue placed ahead in […]
Fr Gary on death of his mother and health struggles
FR Gary Donegan has experienced a difficult 12 months following the complete loss of vision in his right eye and the death of his mother, Christina, just days into 2025. The 60-year-old Newtownbutler priest, who suffered a bleed in his eye in late 2023, underwent four extensive operations but has now lost all sight in his […]
Woman killed in Ballyconnell assault named
THE Ballyconnell community has been left shocked following the death of Annie Heyneman, who died following an assault at her home. Ms Heyenman, who was named locally and aged in her 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. It has also been reported that Ms Heyenman’s husband, Henk, from the Netherlands, was also taken to […]
Murder investigation launched after woman’s body found
Gardaí have commenced a murder investigation after the body of a woman in her 50s was found at a home following an incident near Ballyconnell. A body of a woman in her 50s was found at a remote residence in the rural area of Kilnavart near Ballyconnell last night. The discovery was made at about […]