HE has big boots to fill to replace the renowned Noel McMeel, but Stephen Holland, the new head chef at the Lough Erne Resort, says ‘pressure is for tyres’. The change at the helm in the kitchen of the hotel on the outskirts of Enniskillen, comes as Mr McMeel is stepping down after 15 years […]
Fermanagh duo honoured at National Bravery Awards
TWO brave Fermanagh men were recognised for their act of courage at the National Police Public Bravery Awards. Bernard McDonald and Paul Shannon were two of only 13 other recipients across the United Kingdom to receive Gold Awards at the event held in Sheffield for their efforts during a fatal house fire in Derrylin in 2018. […]
Tiernan bringing joy with his street music
A BELLEEK musician has taken to the streets to help bring post-Pandemic joy to the Fermanagh masses. Tiernan O’Rourke has literally been taking his piano ‘on the road’ and tinkles the ivories to get the public tapping – and even singing – along. By entertaining shoppers and passers-by, Tiernan says he is on a one-man musical crusade […]
Water supply restored – thanks to the Herald
AN Irvinestown woman has thanked The Fermanagh Herald for helping her get her water supply back. Julia Evangelista, a 58-year-old care worker, moved to her home just outside of Irvinestown four years ago. However, her water supply began to decrease to the point where she could only get it in the early hours of the […]
Covid funding helping transform our villages
WITH BELLEEK already benefiting from Council Covid funding, with its local marina getting an upgrade, Newtownbutler is set to be the next local village to get a cash injection. The Belleek Marina project, which involved upgrades to its walkways and car parking, is the first in a number of local projects funded by the Covid […]
Principal backs striking teachers
PARENTS are facing disruption next Tuesday as Fermanagh’s teachers are set to walk out on strike. The Herald understands that the vast majority of Fermanagh-based schools will be observing the industrial action next week that will last half-a-day. Parents have been informed that schools will not be open to their children on the morning of […]
Barber shop delivers aid to Turkey earthquake survivors
LEFT feeling helpless after watching the horrific images of devastation in the aftermath of the earthquake in Turkey, the owners of Enniskillen Turkish Barbers took matters into their own hands and organised an appeal for aid. Murat Kalbisen, who is a Turkish national and co-owner of the popular barber shop in Enniskillen’s town centre, left late last Saturday […]
New contractor to take over Maple Healthcare
NEWS a contractor has been found to take over the running of Maple Healthcare in Lisnaskea has been cautiously welcomed locally, with hopes high it could mark the beginning of new era for the huge practice. However, it has been noted that many questions remain to be answered regarding what the new management will mean for […]
Free flowers has Bellanaleck blooming
WINTER always brings the blues but a Bellanaleck florist has been doing her bit to put a spring in the village’s step. Clare Dougal, who owns the Clare’s Flower Room business, decided to bring some much needed cheer by leaving free bouquets of flowers around the village. With each bunch, a card was enclosed with […]
Community ‘in shock’ death of popular dentist
THE death of a popular dentist has ‘shocked’ the community of Derrygonnelly. Police confirmed 62-year-old Denis Kelly from Springfield, outside Enniskillen died as a result of his injuries on Monday, following a road traffic collision in Augher in January. A spokesman from the PSNI’s Collision Investigation Unit said: “The collision, which involved an Audi Q5 and a Scania lorry, occurred […]