THE team behind the new Cancer Focus Support Centre in Enniskillen have said they are “incredibly grateful,” after receiving a major donation of £40,000 to develop a special space in its facility. Opened at 18 High Street in Enniskillen in May, the centre has been warmly received, providing a key role in supporting local residents […]
Motorist banned for driving with ‘private’ plates
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A 61-YEAR-OLD man who once claimed to live by the ‘laws of nature’ has been banned from driving after police found him using false number plates. Vincent Sharkey, of Tattymoyle Road, Fintona, appeared at Omagh Magistrates Court charged with driving without insurance or a licence, obstructing police and using false number plates on the front […]
Residents revive tradition with Riverside Raft Race
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THE SECOND annual Riveside Raft Race went off without a hitch this year, with around 100 people gathering on the Enniskillen shore for an afternoon packed with fun, creativity and community spirit. Thankfully, the weather played ball and the event – which is a rival of a former town tradition from years gone by – turned out to […]
Milk prices currently the same as the 1980s
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THERE has been anger in the dairy farming community at the latest cuts to milk prices. Earlier this month cross-border cooperative Lakeland Dairies announced it was cutting its milk price for July supplies, with its baseline to be paid to farmers in the North of 39.3p/l – a reduction of 1ppl on June. Lakeland said this was […]
Ban for driver (22) who fled collision
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A TEMPO man has been banned from driving after fleeing the scene of a collision, Omagh Magistrates Court has heard. Stephen Armstrong (22), of Ballylucas Road, pleaded guilty to driving without insurance or a licence, careless driving and failing to remain and report an accident. The court was told that just after 2pm on July 23, […]
Call for action following another drugs seizure
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THERE have been calls for a collective response to the ongoing issue of drugs in Fermanagh, following another major seizure in the county. Police seized a large quantity of Class A drugs in Enniskillen at the weekend, including suspected ketamine, cocaine and ecstasy pills, just days after uncovering as separate haul of £80,000 of cocaine in the county […]
PSNI appeal after quantity of cash found in Enniskillen
The PSNI are trying to find the owners of a quantity of cash found in Enniskillen. A police spokesperson urged anyone who thinks the money belongs to them to get in contact. For obvious reasons, the PSNI has not said how much cash was found. “If you believe this is yours, please phone police on […]
Major support for The Kindness Postbox
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AN Enniskillen-based initiative which is aiming to bring the “young and old in the community” together has received significant financial support. It was recently confirmed that The Kindness Postbox has received £1,000 from the SPAR retailer, with the organisation pledging £20,000 to support different groups and initiatives in the North. Developed by Nuala O’Toole during […]
Family fundraiser in memory of Vanessa, James and Sara
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A NIECE of the late Vanessa Whyte and cousin to her two children, James and Sara Rutledge, is holding a charity fundraiser in their memory. Danielle Whyte, who lives in Galway, has launched the fundraiser to support Women’s Aid, in memory of the much-loved families whose deaths united the country in grief. Vanessa (45) and […]
Fermanagh shoppers shocked by food price hike
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SHOPPERS in Fermanagh are feeling the pinch at the tills after it was confirmed that food price inflation has rose to its highest level in almost 18 months, as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on. Major concerns have been raised by residents who are lamenting the cost of essential items with the British Retail Consortium confirming […]