THE Northern Ireland Economy Minister said that Fermanagh’s inclusion in the Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands scheme will result in “a real opportunity to boost tourism” in the county. Dr Caoimhe Archibald confirmed the news during a visit to Enniskillen yesterday (Wednesday), with the decision broadly welcomed by many in Fermanagh. “I’m delighted to be announcing county […]
Men jailed after cannabis factory found in Enniskillen
TWO men were jailed today after police uncovered a cannabis factory in an Enniskillen house. On February 27 this year, police carried out a search of a residential property at Menapian Way in the town and located 111 cannabis plants growing in four rooms, along with evidence of cultivating equipment such as fans, lighting and […]
Bogue eager for more after season to remember in Oz
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DAYS after she helped North Melbourne to back-to-back AFLW Grand Final victories, Bláithín Bogue is set to undergo major surgery for a shoulder injury which she’s carried through the season. The 25-year-old from Tempo etched her name into the history books on Saturday when she played a key role as the ‘Roos’ overpowered Brisbane Lions to win […]
Demands for road upgrade after fatal weekend crash
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THERE have been calls for urgent upgrades to the Derrylin Road, following a horrific road crash at the weekend that claimed two lives. On Friday night, two men died in a collision between a Ford Kuga car and a Bus Eireann coach at the junction with the Tiravally Road. Police are continuing to investigate the […]
Fermanagh fundraiser for life-saving air ambulance team
A charity coffee morning and craft fair will take place at Coa Community Hall on Saturday, December 6, between 10am and 1pm. All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting the Air Ambulance NI which provides such an important service to the people of Fermanagh and throughout the North. Everyone is welcome to come […]
Councillors refuse to join Irish Unity group
COUNCILLORS from three parties have refused to appoint members to the council-backed Irish Unity working group. At a Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC) meeting last night members of the chamber were asked to put forward a number of councillors to sit on the proposed working group. The motion was passed earlier this year at […]
Police search for missing woman last seen in Fermanagh
POLICE are appealing for information about a missing woman last seen in the Fermanagh area. Cheyenne Hazlett is 22 years-old and a PSNI spokesperson said they are ‘concerned’ for her whereabouts. She is described as 5’ 2”, slim build with long dark hair. It is unknown what she was wearing. A PSNI spokesperson said: “Cheyenne […]
Teen accused of multiple public order offences
An Enniskillen teenager has appeared in court in relation to multiple public order charges including assault and criminal damage. Francie Crumlish (18) from Rossorry Church Road, Enniskillen is accused of assaulting a female and assaulting a male. He is also accused of damaging the man’s jacket and necklace and using disorderly behaviour on an Ulsterbus […]
Nephew’s mission to discover truth of aunt’s murder
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A Donegal man is on a quest to reveal the truth behind the murder of his aunt, whose father hailed from Fermanagh, eight decades ago in wartime Scotland. The body of Gertrude Canning, whose father Thomas Canning was born in Belleek and lived at the Station House in the border village, was found in a […]
Fivemiletown College releases heartfelt Christmas video
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THIS CHRISTMAS, Fivemiletown College has released a heartwarming festive video celebrating the school and its community. Working alongside Philip Anderson Films, colleagues Andrea McNeary and Izzy Galloway brought the project to life with the support of talented pupils and staff. Together, they have created a truly special Christmas video that celebrates the spirit of Fivemiletown […]