FOUR police officers from Fermanagh were among 20 injured in a 24-hour period across the North last weekend. The incidents occurred between Friday evening and Saturday morning. Superintendent Rosie Thompson revealed that four officers were hurt in Derrygonnelly while dealing with an aggressive suspect. Elsewhere, two were injured after their patrol vehicle was deliberately rammed […]
500 Fermanagh women seek help for domestic violence
KERRIE Flood, CEO of Fermanagh Women’s Aid, is just five months into her new role, and she says she ‘couldn’t be any prouder’ of her team after nearly 500 women reached out for help this year. The mother-of-four took on the leadership of Fermanagh Women’s Aid from Mary McCann, who led the organisation for 20 […]
Big day of celebration as Fermanagh students graduate
Students have celebrated their graduation from a local college. South West College celebrated the achievements of its higher education students during the annual graduation ceremonies held at the Strule Arts Centre, Omagh. Family, friends, and staff gathered to honour the dedication and accomplishments of the ‘Class of 2024’. With over 600 attendees, the event featured […]
Five hospitalised following Fermanagh road collision
FIVE people, including a young girl, were taken to hospital following a three-car crash on the Belturbet Road in Derrylin on Sunday afternoon. The incident, which occurred around 4.50pm, involved a grey Toyota RAV4, a red Citroen Berlingo, and a grey Toyota Corolla. Inspector Laird confirmed that a woman in her 50s, a man and […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be a colder day, with bright spells and scattered showers in the morning, wintry over the hills. The showers will turn more sparse in the afternoon. Clouding over in the evening.
Fermanagh band release Christmas single
LOCAL band Tully has wrapped up 2024 in style, releasing a brand-new single to celebrate what has been a magical and memorable year for the popular family group. The family-based group – Maria Connolly, Sinead Connolly, Karen Connolly, and Danielle Cadden – has long been a staple at weddings and private functions. This year, however, […]
Fermanagh sex offender accused returned for trial
THE case of a 43-year-old Fermanagh man accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl has been returned for trial. Appearing for a committal hearing was Michael Boyd from Hillview Walk, Enniskillen who is charged with committing the offence on August 22. A prosecuting lawyer told Enniskillen Magistrates Court there is a case to answer which […]
Derrygonnelly man to contest motoring charges
A NUMBER of motoring charges arising from an incident in the Derrygonnelly Road area of Enniskillen are to be contested. 41-year-old Mark Whitehouse from Knockmore Road, Derrygonnelly is accused of driving without due care and attention and after consuming excess alcohol. Offending is alleged to have occurred on October 27 at Derrygonnelly Road, Enniskillen. Although […]
100 referred for help with sexual abuse in Fermanagh
MORE than 100 people in Fermanagh and Omagh affected by sexual abuse and abusive relationships were referred for urgent support in the past year, according to Nexus, a charity offering vital services for victims. Since its inception in 1984, Nexus has provided life-saving support to individuals aged 8 and older who have experienced sexual abuse […]
Strike action looms for Fermanagh teachers
A LOCAL teacher has expressed pride in her colleagues after they overwhelmingly voted for strike action in their fight for better pay. Teaching unions across Northern Ireland have agreed to further industrial action, putting pressure on the Department of Education to implement a pay deal already agreed upon in the UK. Sally Rees, an Enniskillen […]