A case involving multiple charges relating to alleged drugs offences has been returned for trial. Appearing for a committal hearing was Jordan Deery (24) from Drumbeg, Enniskillen who is accused possessing and intending to supply both cocaine and cannabis, being concerned in the supply of cocaine, possession of criminal property namely cash and obstructing police. […]
Cullen meets Health Minister about SWAH consultation
Fermanagh and South Tyrone MP, Pat Cullen, met Health Minister Mike Nesbitt last week to discuss the ongoing ‘pause’ on the emergency general surgery consultation at the SWAH. Describing the latest meeting as “comprehensive and informative”, Ms Cullen said discussions with Minister Nesbitt centred on the concerns of people across the constituency. She stressed patients, staff, and the […]
Town mourns popular resident Margaret Lilly
The Enniskillen and Fermanagh community has been saddened following the death of Margaret Lilly who was remembered as a “lovely wee lady” who always had a “warm smile”. Formerly of Derrin Road in Enniskillen, Ms Lilly passed away peacefully at Millverne Care Home. Ms Lilly, a mother of three, was a popular and well-known member of […]
Relic of new saint to be enshrined locally
Students from across Fermanagh are expected to turn out to St Michael’s Church in Enniskillen when a relic to St Carlo Acutis will be permanently enshrined in the church building. A large crowd is expected to turn out to St Michael’s Church on Sunday, October 19, when Bishop Donal McKeown will preside at the ceremony, […]
Fermanagh Pride triumphs with joyful celebration of unity
Local charities, support groups, drag queens, and Fermanagh Pride representatives marched proudly through the town. The colourful parade began at the FIND Centre and made its way through the streets to Enniskillen Castle. The parade set off in the early afternoon, later than scheduled, out of respect for a funeral taking place at St. Michael’s […]
‘Johnny was the love of my life’
The wife of the late Johnny Murray remembered her husband as the “love of my life” and as the “most amazing daddy” as the county mourns the sudden passing of the much-loved father of two. Mourners lined the streets around St Tierney’s Church in Roslea on Thursday as the county said a final goodbye to […]
Fermanagh victims of jailed priest praised by police
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The 71-year-old former president of St Michael’s College in Enniskillen was jailed today for sexual abuse.
Disgraced priest jailed for historic sexual abuse
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A DISGRACED priest who sexually abused four boys over a decade was today jailed for seven years. Former canon Patrick McEntee (71), formerly from Dromore, was sentenced at Dungannon Crown Court. The offending related to abuse carried out while McEntee was a teacher at St Michael’s College in Enniskillen, dating back to the late 1970s […]
Ely Lodge brought to the market by Savills for £5m
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Savills has been instructed to bring to market Ely Lodge, a historic 209-acre estate with over 2.7 miles of private lough frontage on Lower Lough Erne. The property, which has been extensively restored and maintained, is offered for sale by private treaty with a guide price of £5m. Occupying a commanding peninsula position just six […]
Plan to revolutionise Fermanagh tourism sector
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TOURISM leaders and business owners in Fermanagh have been encouraged to share their views on a draft corporate plan which sets out the next steps for the economy in the North. The industry in Fermanagh has struggled over the past year, with the cost-of-living crisis having a significant impact, forcing Tourism Northern Ireland to look […]