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 […]
Pressure to end inheritance tax changes grows
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FARMERS in Fermanagh are fearing that the implementation of the inheritance tax proposals in the UK could “accelerate rural decline” in the county as the clock ticks down to the changes in April. From April 2026, farms worth more than £1 million will face a inheritance tax rate of 20 per-cent, with calls increasing for […]
Stafford’s men deserve ‘huge credit’ after Dundela win
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By Aaron Hassard WITH the pain of conceding late goals last season still etched in the mind of Ballinamallard United boss Mark Stafford, James McGrath’s late winner over Dundela felt all the sweeter. McGrath scored both goals for the Mallards either side of an Ewan Kelly leveller at the break to continue Ballinamallard’s intimidating home […]
Over £27,000 raised in memory of Martina McMahon
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THE family of the late Martina McMahon said they were “overwhelmed by the support” after they raised over £27,000 for a cancer charity, in her memory, following a number of fundraising efforts. Ms McMahon, a mother-of-two, who was a stalwart of Roslea Shamrocks GAA club in Fermanagh and Trillick St Macartan’s in Tyrone, passed away […]
Enniskillen woman to contest drugs charges
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A CONTEST date has been fixed in the case of a 22-year-old woman who is facing number of charges relating to the alleged possession of three types of drugs, one of which is in the most serious category. Kayleigh Georgia Elliott from Derrin Road, Enniskillen is accused of having the Class A drug cocaine as […]
Parker and Barrett lead Belcoo to semi-final
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LGFA IFC Quarter-Final Belcoo2-16 Newtownbutler0-9 By Martin McBrien SECOND half goals from Ciara Parker and Sinead Barrett was key for Belcoo as they prevailed to the Fermanagh LGFA Intermediate Football Championship semi-final following victory over Newtownbutler. The first half was a real see-saw affair, with both sides having to work hard for scores after an opening […]
South West GP Foundation celebrates tenth anniversary
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LOCAL health professionals turned out to the Manor House Country Hotel outside Enniskillen today (Wednesday) to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the South West GP Foundation. A special celebration event was organised at the hotel, with Northern Ireland Health Minister, Mike Nesbitt, delivering a keynote address to congratulate the group on its many achievements. Established […]