THE Fermanagh Herald has announced the appointment of Roisin Henderson as its new editor. Originally from Buncrana in Inishowen, Roisin has made Fermanagh her home and has worked in local journalism across the north west for almost 20 years, half of which have been with the ‘Herald. She said she was honoured to take on […]
Sadness at death of popular Fermanagh priest
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THE community in south Fermanagh is in mourning this week following the sudden death of popular local priest Fr Niall Greene. The death of the Kinawley man comes during a week of sadness for the county, following the passing of two other popular local men – the ‘famous’ Willie Boyd, peacefully at the SWAH, and 69-year-old Francis Lynch, following a road […]
Armstrong to compete in World Rally Championship 2026
FERMANAGH driver Jon Armstrong has been confirmed as one of the M-Sport drivers for next year’s World Rally Championship. The Kesh man, who is a two-time Junior WRC runner-up, will represent M-Sport in the campaign, with Shane Byrne as his co-driver. It comes after Armstrong was named the driver of the year on FIAERC.com after […]
SWAH Emergency staff bid farewell to nurse Sandra
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Current and former colleagues and friends of staff nurse Sandra Knox gathered recently to bid a fond farewell to one in a million nurse on her retirement from the Emergency Department at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen after over four decades working in health and social care. Paying tribute to Sandra, Emma Meegan, Ward […]
Erneside Shopping Centre sold for £12.4 million
Savills has announced the sale of Erneside Shopping Centre, the dominant retail destination in Enniskillen, for £12.4 million. The transaction reflects a net initial yield of 14.93%. The purchaser is Muntermellan Ltd and the shareholders are also the owners at Rushmere Shopping Centre and Retail Park, Craigavon. The scheme currently generates a net operating income […]
Bishops of Clogher share joint Christmas message
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The Bishops of Clogher have issued their Joint Christmas Message for 2025, offering words of hope, peace and reflection to communities across the diocese as the Christmas season approaches. The message is shared jointly by Bishop Ian Ellis, Church of Ireland Bishop of Clogher, and Bishop Larry Duffy, Roman Catholic Bishop of Clogher, on behalf […]
Milestone year for union man Derek
IT has been a special year for Enniskillen Unite branch secretary Derek Parton who recently received a silver long-service medal from the union. The award, which was presented to him by Jim Quinn, was agreed by the Union’s national executive committee in recognition of Mr Parton’s decades of service as a workplace rep and branch officer. […]
Top tips for fighting Flu this Winter
Flu cases are rising sharply across Northern Ireland, putting extra strain on families, workplaces, and frontline healthcare services. Jonny Davies, Managing Director of Emerald Urgent Care, said the clinic has been extremely busy due to the rise in cases. “Flu cases surge every winter, but experts have predicted this could be the worst flu season […]
Pair extradited from Malta appear in Enniskillen court
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A man and woman have appeared in court after being extradited from Malta on multiple charges of child abuse. The accused pair, who are both from County Fermanagh, cannot be named to protect the identity of the alleged victim. The male, who is aged 27, is charged with two counts of rape and six counts […]
Warning issued over counterfeit toys this Christmas
Trading Standards Service (TSS) has recently seized over £22,000 worth of fake toys, including Labubu dolls, K Pop Demon Hunters merchandise, Lego figures and Disney’s Lilo & Stitch products. The items were seized from a number of high street retail premises and shopping centres. Some were sold for £80, potentially misleading buyers into thinking they […]