FERMANAGH ladies player Brenda Bannon recently stopped off at Croke Park to attend a major partnership launch between the Gaelic Players Association and Make-A-Wish Ireland. For over three decades, Make-A-Wish Ireland has been supporting children with significant medical conditions and their families, with over 3,5000 supported by the organisation since its establishment in 1992. The […]
Celebration for everyone baptised at Enniskillen church
A SPECIAL celebration will be held at St Michael’s Parish Church today (Saturday) to remember all of the parishioners who were baptised at the place of prayer over the past 150 years. The Mass, which takes place at 12 noon on Saturday (February 7), is the latest event to be held to mark the 150th […]
Fermanagh Country star Patrick releases new single
DONAGH singer Patrick Treacy has taken another major step in his impressive music career by releasing a new single. The ‘Glór Tíre’ winner confirmed that his much-anticipated new release ‘Me And My Old Banjo’ has been launched, with the song going down a treat with Patrick’s ever-growing fan base and following. “I’m delighted to say […]
Fermanagh and Omagh Council prepares to set 2026 rates
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The Fermanagh and Omagh district rate has been continually rising, with a 3.76 per-cent increase last year, and a 4.72 per-cent rise in 2024.
Cancer Focus opens its doors to patients
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WITH a number of strong cancer charities already established locally, the opening of the Cancer Focus therapeutic support service in Enniskillen last year has further added to the support available to Fermanagh patients. Opened in June 2025, the flagship centre was the first of its kind in the North, with Cancer Focus stating it had […]
Enniskillen bypass paused due to A5 legal dispute
Millions in funding for the long-awaited Fermanagh infrastructure project has been returned as it can’t be spent this year.
Tractor run to be held in Fermanagh to remember Jamie
TRACTOR drivers from Derrygonnelly and the surrounding areas are set to unite for a major memorial run which will take place later this month to remember the much-loved Jamie Thompson. In October 2023, the county was left deeply saddened following the sudden passing of Mr Thompson, a father-of-one, who was a much-loved and active member […]
Letters taking up to eight weeks to arrive in the post
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council is to meet with Ofcom after the communications regulator supported their concerns around Royal Mail postal delays. Councillors have previously discussed the apparent prioritising of parcels over letters which has led to delays in the delivery of letters, including for important medical appointments, which are being missed. The council raised […]
Sligo singer Patrick stars at the Ardhowen Theatre
A LARGE crowd turned out to Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen last night (Thursday) as Sligo singer Patrick Feeney excelled on stage. A dominant force on the Country stage for over two decades, Patrick brought his new ‘Voice of Hope’ tour to the Enniskillen venue, to the delight of his many fans and followers in Fermanagh. “Known […]
Milk, crisps, and the mighty Fermanagh wind
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A huge welcome to my first Benny’s Banter. For those of you who don’t know me, I’m a ‘true townie’ having been born in Abbey Street, between the bridges of Enniskillen. I run a very successful Facebook page called Enniskillen Banter. It has over 37,000 members worldwide and its purpose is to share humour and positivity. […]