THE decision to ban the use of red diesel to fuel private boats has been branded a “hammer blow” for the local marine leisure industry. The intended change in legislation is subsequent to EU ruling against Ireland using Marked Gas Oil (MGO), commonly referred to as red diesel, to fuel private boats. The legislative change […]
Ice cream van was ‘rammed’ in Rossnowlagh turf war
AN ICE CREAM van driver has been fined for whipping up a storm on Rossnowlagh beach. The incident at the popular bathing spot, that took place on July 18th 2017, was described by Judge Kevin Kilrane as an ‘ice cream truck war’ at Ballyshannon District Court last week. Tom Ward (65) of Drumnakilly Road, Omagh […]
Local contenders make the list for ‘most dug up road’
THREE Fermanagh roads are among the top 50 most dug up roads in the North. New figures have revealed the streets which have underwent the most roadworks in the period between 2014 to 2018. Figures released by the Belfast Telegraph explains the top 50 roads to have been dug up in the North, with the […]
“Undervalued” councillors looking for a pay rise
“I’m not in it for the money, and an awful lot of councillors wouldn’t be in it for the money”
Donal calls time on life behind the bar
ONE of Fermanagh’s best known bars for Country Music is changing hands at the end of this month. Carron’s Corner Bar on Ederney’s Main Street which has been owned and managed by Donal Carron since November 2006 has its final night on Sunday 27th. The new leaseholders Sean and Jude O’Donnell, from Killeter, take over […]
Bizarre scenes in court as teenager curses at mother
A MOTHER who tried to seek extra time for her teenage son to pay a fine, was verbally abused by him in court, after it emerged he has a previous relevant record which was not disclosed and which the defence were unaware. A discretionary short driving ban was sought and initially agreed until the call […]
Young dad ‘speeding to get nappies’
A DERRYLIN man who was travelling at a ‘dangerous speed’ has been fined. Wayne Crozier (28) of Cackinish Road, Derrylin appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court charged with driving with excess speed. On October 30th 2018, police were carrying out a speed check on the Dublin Road, Enniskillen when they caught Crozier travelling at 61mph in […]
Lisnaskea woman overtook police car
A LISNASKEA woman who passed a police car on the A4 while her licence was expired has been given penalty points and a £500 fine. Rita Maguire (64) of Main Street Lisnaskea pleaded guilty to driving without due care and attention and no driving licence at Enniskillen Magistrates Court on Monday. On October 31st 2018, […]
The snow’s back (but not everyone’s complaining)
THE first snow of the winter saw Fermanagh wake up a blanket of snow causing disruption in many rural areas. The wintery showers and flurries of snow fell over night on Tuesday evening and caused traffic congestion on some routes into Enniskillen. Cuilcagh Mountain Park had also been closed to the public due to snow […]
Residents urged to attend crucial health meeting
People are being urged to attend a public meeting in Bellanaleck to discuss the ‘future of health and social care services’ in Fermanagh. The meeting, which has been organised by the Bellanaleck Community Group, aims to give local people the chance to hear about the proposals for the future of the health service, and will […]