ERNE Gaels manager Declan Bonner has been officially appointed as the new Fermanagh boss. The former Donegal Ulster Championship winning manager was ratified at a Fermanagh GAA County Board meeting tonight (Monday). It was also confirmed that Daithí Hand and Peter Galvin would take on the role of Fermanagh hurling manager, replacing Joe Baldwin. Ronan […]
Western Trust condemns racist abuse of health staff
The Western Trust has expressed its dismay after learning that some of its healthcare professionals have been subjected to racist abuse both inside and outside hospital settings. In a statement released on Thursday, chief executive Neil Guckian strongly condemned the behaviour. “We are disheartened to learn of the abuse some of our colleagues have been […]
New stone to mark 150 years of St Michael’s
The Bishop of Clogher will bless a commemorative stone which is being erected at St Michael’s Parish Church to mark 150 years since the new church building was opened in the town. A large crowd is expected to turn out to the Catholic Church in Enniskillen on Sunday, September 28, on what is the Feast of […]
Aisling Centre shares a message of hope
Kindness and open communication can have a huge impact in helping someone who is considering suicide, according to local experts on this sensitive yet pervasive subject. Based in Enniskillen, the Aisling Centre is a local mental health service offering free, confidential, and professional counselling and psychotherapy services to those living in Fermanagh. Speaking to the ‘Herald on […]
Enniskillen man admits he is ‘addicted’ to child porn
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AN Enniskillen man who said he is ‘addicted’ to child pornography has been jailed for three years. At Dungannon Crown Court today, 43-year-old William Mullan, of Old Rossorry Park, was sentenced for multiple child sex offences. He was charged with breaching a court-imposed sexual offences prevention order (SOPO), distributing child pornography, making indecent images of children […]
Fireworks would cost Council £60k
The local Council has said hosting a ten-minute Halloween fireworks displays in Omagh and Enniskillen this year would cost £60,000 in total. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council last staged fireworks displays in the towns in 2019, at an overall cost of £41,000. Earlier this year, the council was asked to look at the potential of reinstating […]
Much-loved Charlie was ‘taken too soon’
Tributes have been paid from across the county to Charles Dunleavy, who was remembered as a “decent caring man” and as a “gentle soul” after he passed away following a tragic accident. Formerly of Blunnick Road in Florencecourt, Mr Dunleavy, a popular resident, passed away suddenly at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen on […]
Success for local Beltex breeders
Sheep breeders from Fermanagh and neighbouring Tyrone were celebrating yet more success at Clogher Valley Livestock Mart recently, picking up top honours in the Beltex-sired Fat Lamb Show and Sale. Hosted by the Irish Beltex Sheep Breeder Club, the competition had a total prize fund of over £600, and was judged by Declan Robinson. The […]
Bonner set to be ratified as Fermanagh GAA manager
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THE Fermanagh County Board is set to meet tonight (Monday) when it’s expected that Declan Bonner will be ratified as the new Erne manager. Bonner, who guided Donegal to two Ulster Championship titles, was identified as a favourite for the role following Donnelly’s departure and he’s received backing from some senior players. He met with […]
Community urged to talk more openly about suicide
A local mental health councillor has stressed the importance of speaking openly about suicide and believes government funding for mental health services is still falling short. In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the ‘Herald spoke with Raymond Farrell, a mental health councillor based in Enniskillen. “Having a dedicated day on the calendar to highlight mental […]