FERMANAGH’S largest and longest-established animal sanctuary is facing closure unless it receives urgent financial support. After more than three decades rescuing and rehoming abandoned dogs and cats, Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary could be forced to shut its doors within four months due to rising costs. Volunteer Lindsey Peters, who gives more than 40 hours a […]
Enniskillen woman speaks out to break suicide stigma
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For most of her life, Enniskillen woman Cherry Ingram carried a grief that was rarely spoken about – not just because of its personal weight, but because of the silence society so often wraps around it. Her father, Gunnar Johansson, died by suicide on January 5, 1998. Cherry was just 18 months old. Now, 27 […]
Man dies at scene of Kesh road incident
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A police spokesman said they are not treating the death in Kesh as suspicious or as a result of the crash.
Road re-opens following serious accident in Kesh
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The single vehicle collision happened in the Fermanagh village last night.
Taxi driver disqualified
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A taxi driver who failed to provide police with a breath specimen for testing has been disqualified from driving. Patrick Griffen (62), from Cherry Court, Belfast was stopped by police on the Boa Island Road, Belleek where he gave a reading of 62mg out of 100ml of breath, with the legal limit being 35mg. He later […]
Women set to run Dublin Marathon to support school
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When it comes to community spirit, few gestures speak louder than going the extra mile—or 26.2 of them. This month, three inspiring local women—Sarah Shanley, Michelle McGovern, and Christina Elliott—are taking on the incredible challenge of the Dublin Marathon to raise vital funds for Killyhommon Primary School. With deep personal ties to the school, including […]
Domestic abuse awareness event comes to Fermanagh
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NI Housing Executive has announced its first ever Domestic Abuse Awareness Week, to take place in Fermanagh House, Enniskillen Friday, 24. A series of events will run throughout the week to raise awareness of domestic abuse, its connection with homelessness, support services and the work of NIHE and partners to support people affected by domestic […]
Reports ordered after drugs charge admitted
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PRE-SENTENCE reports are to be prepared after a number of drugs possession charges were admitted. Anthony Gerald Williamson (47) from Breandrum Park, Enniskillen was detected with quantities of MDMA (Amphetamine), methylone and the prescription-only drug Gabapentin. Offending occurred on May 23, 2023. A defence solicitor entered guilty pleas to all counts on Williamson’s behalf. District […]
Fermanagh widower left shaken after overnight attack
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A LOCAL man in his 60s has been left ‘shaken and fearful’ after a terrifying incident at his home in the early hours of last Sunday morning. The elderly widower, who has lived alone in the same Fermanagh estate for over 30 years, was woken suddenly after a window in his living room was smashed. […]
Muldoon set for live rave debut
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LOCAL DJ and producer Tom Muldoon, known as Multunes, is set to debut his first-ever live show in Belfast this December, marking a bold new chapter. Originally from Enniskillen and now based in Liverpool, Multunes has built a cult following by blending high-energy, nostalgic dance music with a modern twist. “Belfast has always been my […]