FORMER Fermanagh and South Tyrone MP Michelle Gildernew and DUP MP Ian Paisley Jr. feature in a new BBC podcast, Borderland – UK or United Ireland?, which tackles one of the most contentious questions in Northern politics: should there be a united Ireland? This podcast asks key questions about the shape and timing of any […]
Gary Quinn represents Fermanagh on new BBC quiz show
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A FERMANAGH man has put his knowledge to the test as a contestant on The Inner Circle, a brand new quiz show that recently launched on national television. The high-stakes series, which blends general knowledge with strategy and quick thinking, featured the local contestant in one of its early episodes, representing the county on a […]
Producer swaps city beats for farm life in Fermanagh
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A music producer has traded city living for the quiet of the Fermanagh countryside – continuing his work from a small farm he now calls home. With zero farming experience, no family ties to the land, and a lifestyle built around basslines, not baling hay, the move from Leeds seemed like a wild detour. But […]
Stafford calls on Ballinamallard to ‘buck the trend’
By Aaron Hassard BALLINAMALLARD United manager Mark Stafford was left to reflect upon “a game of two halves” as his side suffered consecutive defeats for the second time this season. Adam Carroll’s seventh minute strike was cancelled out by Daniel Barker, his first of the campaign, which had the Mallards deservedly level at the break. Stafford […]
Fermanagh man returned for trial on drugs charges
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A SIXTY-year-old man has been returned for trial in relation to the alleged possession and intention to supply cannabis. Appearing for a committal hearing was David Lee Taylor from Tullychurry, Boa Island but currently remanded in custody is alleged to have committed the offences on May 31, 2024. Judge McSorley remanded him in continuing custody […]
Fermanagh school unites for a cause close to home
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JONES Memorial Primary School in Enniskillen came together on Saturday for a touching and successful fundraiser in support of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. This fundraiser was held in memory of Stuart Doonan, the son of Carol Doonan, whose a beloved member of the Jones Memorial community and the school’s secretary. Stuart Doonan, from Drumquin, […]
Duffy’s dream comes to life on the big screen
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The long-awaited film ‘The Unholylands’, from Enniskillen filmmaker Paddy Duffy, officially hit cinemas across Ireland last Friday. The 26-year-old not only wrote, produced, and directed the film but also takes on a lead role in the coming-of-age comedy, which is set in Belfast’s notorious – and aptly nicknamed – ‘not so Holylands’. The story follows […]
Fermanagh angler O’Doherty eyeing up more glory
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FERMANAGH angler James O’Doherty said it is an “amazing feeling” to be placed third in the world in angling as he aims to make it to the top in the sport. Following the conclusion of the Feeder Fishing Nations World Championship, the local man finished third in the leaderboard, just narrowly behind winner Ansing Ramon […]
Fermanagh pays tribute to Enniskillen bomb victim
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THERE has been widespread sadness following the passing of Jim Dixon, a survivor of the Enniskillen bomb and a dedicated founder of the Ely Centre. Known for his resilience and unwavering commitment to his community, Jim’s legacy will be deeply felt across Fermanagh and beyond. Formally of Coleshill Park in Enniskillen, Mr Dixon passed away […]
Lisnaskea hit Belcoo for six in Fermanagh LGFA decider
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O’Neill’s LGFA IFC FINAL Lisnaskea 6-11 Belcoo 1-13 by Martin McBrien LISNASKEA will compete in the top tier of Fermanagh LGFA championship football again next season after they romped to the intermediate title following a powerful display in Bellanaleck on Sunday morning. While their emerging youngsters shone brightly, exemplified by a trio of Maeve Mulligan […]