A COUNCILLOR has slammed rising school uniform costs which are causing more financial strain on parents struggling through the cost of living crisis. Research from the Parent Engagement Group discovered that the average cost for a post-Primary school uniform in the North came in at an eye-watering £378. The group found that items in obscure […]
School uniform funding criteria must be changed
THE criteria for financial aid to help cover crippling school uniform costs must be lowered insists a local support group. Community Action Fermanagh (CAF) state that too many parents are denied monetary help to cover the costs of school uniforms because they are not unemployment and deemed to be earning a ‘high income’ to be […]
Police warn of criminal stealing keyless cars
Thieves are using clever technology to carry out the thefts.
Community mourns passing of ‘character’ Willie Lyons
“Willie was an absolute character. He had a real devilish sense of humour.”
Carrybridge Regatta returns after 100 years
The ‘West Islanders’ have revived the race, which takes place this weekend, after a century
Man seriously injured in Derrylin crash
The road has since reopened following the crash between a car and a lorry this morning.
Eco showboat on its way to Fermanagh
The innovative boat will arrive in Carrybridge this weekend where it will complete a historic four month ‘arts voyage’ through Ireland.
Why low A-level grades aren’t the end of the world
“Results day is always an emotional time which can bring both celebration and disappointment for students.”
Adam gets Lucy’s vote!
“I can’t believe how lucky I am to get to spend the rest of my life with such a beautiful woman who I can now call my wife!”
