POTHOLES around the county are continuing to cause problems for drivers. In east Fermanagh a number of potholes have recently been highlighted. Currently under the spotlight is on the Corranny Road near Roslea. Two large potholes which have been worn over a period of time are proving problematic for those travelling along the […]
Plans to create ‘dedicated’ dog parks in Enniskillen
COUNCIL officers will report back to local elected representatives in September with more details regarding proposals for dedicated dog parks in Enniskillen and Omagh. At the monthly meeting of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, members alluded to plans for dogs to be excluded from certain areas owned by the local authority, including play parks, […]
Youngsters saved on Bundoran beach centre stage at Cork
A LOCAL family who were rescued by the RNLI at Bundoran beach have helped spread a lifesaving message during Sunday’s All-Ireland hurling semi-final. Cahir McCallion (10) and his sister Beth (8) were swimming close to the shore on a beach in Bundoran in May 2018 when they became caught in a rip current which dragged […]
BREAKING: Gallagher gone from Fermanagh hot seat
Fermanagh County Board have confirmed that after weeks of speculation Rory Gallagher has tendered his resignation as Fermanagh senior football manager
One step closer to a ‘no deal’ disaster
WITH the confirmation on Tuesday Boris Johnson will be the next prime minister of the UK, the fear of a potentially catastrophic no-deal Brexit is now palpable across Fermanagh. While DUP leader Arlene Foster tweeted excitedly from her Enniskillen office on Tuesday lunchtime, adding the hashtag “historic days” as she was “awaiting the announcement from […]
Premiers primed for showpiece opener
Premier fixtures Monday 29th July, 3pm Valencia v Fermanagh @ Coleraine Showgrounds Tuesday 30th July, 2pm Strikers v Fermanagh @ Ballymoney Wednesday 31st July, 3pm Armagh v Fermanagh @ The Warren, Portstewart With the prospect of facing one of the finest Academy sides in Europe in the opening round of Premier fixtures, manager Scott […]
Fears Fermanagh could miss major broadband project
There are fears that significant areas of Fermanagh may be left out of a major broadband improvement project. In recent days the Department for Economy (DfE) announced the launch of a £165 million broadband roll-out scheme, Project Stratum. The project funded from the confidence and supply agreement aims to improve connectivity for those unable to […]
Fermanagh take on familiar foes
Here we go again, Fermanagh lock horns with Antrim this Sunday at Glenavy in a third championship encounter this year, and a fifth time since January. As it stands it’s three wins from four for the Erne girls, but Jonny Garrity and his players are still stinging from their Ulster final loss. Having beaten the […]
Bail refused after terms breached in home invasion case
Bail has been refused in the case of an alleged home invasion in which the occupants believed they would be killed, after the accused arrived at the house, twice within an hour. This was a direct breach of high court bail, granted with very strict terms two weeks beforehand. This followed a previous unsuccessful magistrates […]
Bright future for historic building with dark past
PLANS for the pioneering redevelopment of the old Enniskillen Workhouse have been revealed. The Council is getting set to begin work on transforming the 19th century building into a heritage hub that will also include enterprise facilities. Recognising the historical importance of the workhouse and its significance in the town, the Council is held two […]