THERE were jubilant scenes at Canon Maguire Park in Derrygonnelly on Saturday afternoon as two club members completed a gruelling 24-hour walk, which saw hundreds of members take part. Paul McGoldrick and Jackie Cassidy pushed themselves to the limit by taking part in a 24-hour Walkathon event as part of a club fundraising project for Derrygonnelly Harps […]
Enniskillen publican to lead NI hospitality sector
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MICHAEL Cadden, managing director of Pat’s Bar Enniskillen, the Lusty Beg Island Resort, and the Enniskillen Hotel, has been appointed chair of Hospitality Ulster. He succeeds Stephen Magorrian of the Horatio Group, whose term has concluded. Colin Johnston, managing director of the Galgorm Collection, has been named vice chair, stepping into the role previously held […]
Man pleads not guilty to resisting police
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AN Irvinestown man is set to contest a number of charges which include resisting Police, failing to provide a breath specimen, driving while unfit through drink or drugs and persistent use of a device. Joseph Cardwell (56), of Moynaghan Road in Irvinestown, pleaded not guilty through his solicitor to the charges which occurred in September […]
A Fermanagh father’s story is bringing hope to others
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WHEN Thomas (Tom) Donohoe was diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) in 2019, like so many others, he had never heard of the disease. The devastating reality of the condition soon became clear. With an average life expectancy of only three to five years, the diagnosis came as a profound shock to Tom and his […]
Farmer offers reward after tractor torched in attack
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A FERMANAGH farmer has urged others to step up security after his tractor was set alight in what he described as a ‘shocking act of vandalism’. Rodney Clarke said he was ‘absolutely devastated’ when he received a call to say his tractor was on fire, while he was working in England at the time. “The […]
Ballinamallard United in running for £2.5m funding
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BALLINAMALLARD United chairman Tom Elliott says the club is ‘very pleased’ to be in the running for multi-million pound support from the Northern Ireland Football Fund. The Mallards are one of 20 clubs to reach the second round of the process, which will see significant grants awarded to clubs to enhance their facilities. “We’re very […]
Memorial ride to celebrate life of Richard Britton
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HUNDREDS of bikers from across the North gathered for a special ride through Fermanagh on Saturday, celebrating and remembering the life and achievements of Richard Britton, 20 years after his passing. Mr Britton, a popular and much-loved resident, was one of Ireland’s top motorcycle race riders who won the Regal 600 Championship four times, setting […]
Tempo man to contest motoring charges
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A TEMPO man is set to contest a number of serious charges which include fraudulently using a vehicle registration and using a vehicle without insurance, failing to stop for police and dangerous driving. Richard Woods (23), of Edenmore Crescent in Tempo, pleaded not guilty through his defence counsel to charges which occurred in June 2024. […]
‘I have been neglected and left unable to walk’
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A LOCAL woman who has been left in agony for over a year has spoken out on how treatment delays have left her unable to walk and struggling to breathe. Sharon Cadden, from Enniskillen, has gone from being healthy and active to housebound and broken as a result of waiting for treatment. She suffers from severe osteoarthritis, […]
Fermanagh vet nurse honoured at NI pet awards
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A YOUNG veterinary nurse from Fermanagh has scooped a prestigious accolade at the Local Pet Awards Northern Ireland, recognising her as one of the rising stars of the industry. Amy Elliott, 21, from Florencecourt, was named Young Rising Talent of the Year for her dedication to animal care. The black-tie ceremony, hosted by broadcaster Adrian […]