AFTER surviving a World War, the introduction of the dreaded breathalyser, a pandemic and the ‘crippling’ cost of living crisis, Charlie’s Bar is still standing in Enniskillen, as it celebrates 80 years in business. In August 1944, while World War II was raging, Charlie and Bea Burns, regarded as pioneering visionaries in the local business […]
Ollie is looking for a new home
THE little miracle poodle who captured the hearts of the local community, is now looking for his ‘furever’ home. Earlier this year Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary revealed the alarming pictures of ‘Ollie’ who had been severely neglected. The Ballinamallard-based organisation launched an online fundraiser to support the ‘round-the-clock care’ needed to nurse him back to […]
Garrity gives local musicians busking chance
ENNISKILLEN singer-songwriter John Garrity is heading up a major campaign which is encouraging young musicians around the North to put their skills to the test and pursue a career in busking. Garrity, known as the ‘Belfast Busker’, has established a reputation as one of Ireland’s top buskers and he performs regularly on the streets around […]
A long winter ahead for Fermanagh health service
LOCAL health campaigners have warned the patients of Fermanagh are facing “the most dramatic winter for healthcare” this year, with moves elsewhere in the health service expected to put even more pressure on our already-struggling system. Last week it was confirmed the Northern Trust had proposed moving all emergency general surgery (EGS) to one hospital, […]
Fermanagh’s Leigha aiming for USA victory
The Irvinestown singer, who relocated to the United States of America, has qualified for the quarter-final stage of ‘America’s Next Top Hitmaker.’
Fermanagh GAA club’s horsepowered fundraiser
Having enjoyed great success on the pitch in recent years, the Teemore Shamrocks are aiming to build a legacy for the future with a new clubhouse.
Public order charges after incident in Enniskillen
The man is charged in connection with an incident on Queen Street last month.
Maguiresbridge woman’s GP services rant goes viral
Aravon McCann has spoken out about her family’s struggle to get treatment for their elderly mother in Lisnaskea.
Fermanagh parents unite to tackle crippling costs
With the new school year upon us, many Fermanagh families struggle with the rising cost of new school uniforms.
Police appeal over Enniskillen assault
A young man was left with a life-changing injury following an assault on Belmore Street last week.