FERMANAGH and Omagh MLA Deborah Erskine has announced the early arrival of her baby daughter, Olivia Rhoda Jean. Born eight weeks premature, Olivia is currently being cared for in the Royal Neonatal Unit. Ms Erskine described her as a “little heart warrior,” already showing remarkable strength and taking brave steps forward each day. The MLA […]
Fermanagh’s roads at ‘real risk’ of deterioration
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CALLS are growing at Stormont for the implementation of a new roads maintenance strategy as fears are growing that the county’s roads are going to be “left to deteriorate to a dangerous level”. Motorists have been venting their fury for many years now over the state of the roads in the county, with the Northern […]
Alleged assaults on two women
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Charges of assaulting two women during the same alleged incident have been out to an Enniskillen man who appeared in court. Christopher Warrington (31) from Irvinestown Road is accused of committing the offences on February 19, 2024. A defence solicitor told Enniskillen Magistrates Court the charges are denied. District Judge Alana McSorley adjourned the case […]
Mother’s fight to secure better future for her children
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A YOUNG Fermanagh mum has spoken out about the lack of suitable activities and support for children with additional needs in the area, describing the situation as both ‘heartbreaking’ and ‘frustrating.’ Emma Brown, 25, lives in Lisnaskea with her husband Ryan and their three children, Jenson (5), Hudson (3), and Delilah-Rose (1). Both Jenson and Hudson […]
Club Óige brings Irish to life for the next generation
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CLUB Óige, Fermanagh’s only Irish language after-school club, has become a vibrant hub for teenagers across the county. The group resumed its weekly meetings at Fermanagh House last Friday, as it continues to grow in popularity. Always welcoming new members, the club offers a unique space for young people to connect through Irish outside the classroom […]
Paddy Duffy’s ‘The Unholylands’ set for the big-screen
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THE long-awaited film ‘The Unholylands’, written, directed by and starring Enniskillen filmmaker Paddy Duffy, is set to hit cinemas across Ireland on October 3. The 26-year-old not only wrote, produced and directed the project, but also takes a leading role in the coming-of-age comedy, which is set in Belfast’s notorious – and aptly nicknamed – […]
Belcoo unites in grief and hope
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THE Mullaghdun Community Association hosted a free Mental Wellbeing Evening last Thursday at the local community hall, following two heartbreaking tragedies in the area. Over 250 people attended the event, which was held to support mental health awareness and healing within the local community. It was organised in response to the recent tragic deaths of […]
Concern over further delays on A4 bypass
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THE start of construction on the long-awaited A4 Enniskillen Southern Bypass remains uncertain, despite previous assurances from the Minister that a contractor would be appointed and work would begin by late summer. After decades of unrealised promises and commitments, the first diggers moved in to prepare the way for the long-awaited 2.1km transport link back […]
‘Kate’s life was defined by love and kindness’
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THE untimely death of retired teacher Kathleen (Kate) Sheridan has sent shockwaves through the Fermanagh community. Formerly of Upper Celtic Park, Enniskillen, Kate passed away suddenly last week. A talented artist, she was well known from her years as an art teacher at South West College. Kate is survived by her sons Rowan and Stephen, […]
Cancer cabaret show set for Kinawley
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SOME of the top stars on the county music scene are set to take to the stage in Kinawley next month for a major fundraising night. A large crowd is expected to turn out to the Kinawley Community Centre on October 14 for a night which has been arranged by the Fermanagh branch of the […]