Emotions were running high in the chamber at the Townhall last night, following the suspension of emergency surgery at the SWAH.
Fermanagh restrictions as bird flu detected on border
CONTROL measures have been introduced in parts of Fermanagh after bird flu was detected on the border with Monaghan. A restriction zone, as well as extra protection and surveillance measures, have been enforced around the infected premises to present the spread of the disease to other flocks in the wider area. The measures, which came […]
Festive turkey concerns as bird flu spreads its wings
FERMANAGH’S Christmas shoppers could face a potential turkey shortage if the outbreak of bird flu spreads its wings to the poultry population. Avian influenza – or bird flu as it’s also known – has been hitting the headlines once again, with multiple cases in England and the virus now approaching Fermanagh’s borders once again, increasing fears of […]
Family encouraged Wilson to pen memoir
FLORENCECOURT farmer, James Wilson, has published a memoir to pass on a record to future Wilsons of his life. Wilson, 72, will launch his book, “Minding The Coppers” at the Larganess Centre in Florencecourt on November 11 at 7.30pm. The book explores his life growing up on the farm before serving close to 30 years […]
BREAKING – SWAH emergency surgery to be suspended
The Western Trust made the announcement this evening.
McCaffrey pays tribute to friend Éamon Phoenix
A HEARTFELT tribute has been paid to historian Dr Éamon Phoenix who died this week following a short illness. Dr Phoenix, 69, was an acclaimed scholar of Irish history and taught at Stranmillis University College, Belfast, as well as being a familiar face on broadcast stations and national newspaper columns. He also had previously lived […]
Protest planned for emergency SWAH Council meeting
A number of other events are also taking place tonight, including a launch of an international appeal, a community meeting, and a 5k fundraiser.
Man charged over Lough Erne brawl
A DUBLIN man has been charged with attempted grievous bodily harm (GBH) with the use of a hammer in relation to last Sunday’s brawl at the Lough Erne Resort. Daniel Comerforde, 34, of Mic Uilliam Heights, Dublin, appeared at Omagh Magistrates Court in connection with the incident. Apart from attempted GBH, Comerforde was also charged […]
New conditions hampering SWAH recruitment
New Department surgery conditions hamper chances of saving services
Harps’ Jones ‘enjoying’ push-ups challenge
DERRYGONNELLY Harps GAA player Michael Jones is taking part in a highly challenging 100 push-ups per day challenge during November to raise money for a lifesaving charity. The former Fermanagh defender has undertaken the challenge to raise money for the non-profit organisation and charity Cancer Research UK. Just two weeks into the fundraiser, Jones says […]