The first confirmed sighting of an Asian hornet in the North has been confirmed by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency, prompting a public call for vigilance. The Asian Hornet was captured in the Dundonald area of Belfast on 10 October by a vigilant member of the public. Otherwise known as Yellow-legged hornet, the Asian Hornet is […]
NI Water donates waterbutts to schools
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Pupils across Fermanagh are learning the value of water conservation with help from NI Water, who have donated waterbutts to five local primary schools. The initiative supports environmental education and sustainability, helping young students understand how small changes can make a big difference. The schools benefiting from the donation include St Macartan’s PS, Roslea, St Naile’s […]
Katie’s death to be investigated ‘fully’, says coroner
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A CORONER today said the death of Ederney teenager Katie Donnelly will be investigated ‘fully and fearlessly’. At Laganside Coroners Court today, the first preliminary hearing was held for the inquest into Katie’s death in September 2022 at the age of 18. The teenager was an inpatient at the Elm Ward at the Tyrone and […]
Driven by community needs
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Fermanagh Community Transport (FCT) is reminding local people that its vital service remains available for those without access to transport, helping rural residents stay connected to essential services, appointments, and community life. Established in 2013 following the merger of Fermanagh and South Tyrone Rural Transport and Rural Lift, FCT has since provided nearly half a […]
Lakeland Forum Impresses at Passivhaus Conference
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Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Lakeland Forum Redevelopment project made a strong impression at the UK & Ireland Passivhaus Conference. The event was held at ICC Belfast last Monday and Tuesday. The conference, themed Passivhaus in a Changing Climate, brought together top policymakers, industry experts, and practitioners. They explored how Passivhaus design supports climate action […]
Enniskillen to Sligo greenway project enters next stage
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The long-awaited Enniskillen to Sligo Greenway has entered the next phase in its development, with the views of local people here in Fermanagh now ‘actively being reviewed to shape the future route.’ The proposed 75km walking and cycling route will follow the route of the former the Sligo, Leitrim and Northern Counties Railway (SLNCR) railway […]
Service to be held at the SWAH for bereaved parents
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A special memorial service is set to be held at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen to support local families who are mourning the passing of their baby or child. As part of Baby Loss Awareness Week, the Western Health and Social Care Trust has organised the service to take place at the Lecture Theatre […]
Fermanagh schools urged to support shoebox appeal
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SCHOOLS across Fermanagh are being asked to support children living in poverty around the world by registering for one of Ireland’s most loved Christmas appeal. Team Hope, the charity that delivers gifts into the hands of children living in poverty across African and Eastern Europe, is calling on children and families in the county to […]
Disorderly behaviour at Enniskillen hotel denied
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A Scottish man is set to contest a number of charges which include disorderly behaviour at an Enniskillen hotel and resisting police. James Larkin (28), of Newton Street in Kilbirne, is charged with causing disorderly behaviour in a hotel in Enniskillen on June 1. He is also charged with resisting police. During a hearing at […]
Older people urged to avail of day centres
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Fermanagh day centre users have been speaking of the joy and benefits they bring, encouraging others their age to avail of the many activities and services they offer. As part of Positive Ageing Month, the Western Trust has launched a drive to encourage more local older people to avail of its day centres. The Trust offers […]