By Matthew Leslie LEITRIM-based artist, Maria Noonan-McDermott, says her “Time Lapse” exhibition at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen encapsulates not only living with her late mother’s Alzheimer’s but how she became closer to her during the final years. Maria’s mum, Maisie Noonan, passed away last year aged 86 and been suffering with Alzheimer’s Disease for the […]
‘Busty’ never failed to put a smile on faces
TRIBUTES have poured in from across the community following the death of Gerard ‘Busty’ McClintock of Kilmacormick Road, Enniskillen, who passed away following a lengthy illness. Mourners at his Requiem Mass in St Michael’s Church on Saturday were told that ‘he never failed to put a smile on people’s faces’. Tributes came from far and […]
Ryan and McCann collaborate for new single!
By Mark McGoldrick TODAY [Wednesday], Fermanagh resident singing sensation Derek Ryan is set to launch his latest new single, ‘The Cows On The Hill.’ This is the latest step in Ryan’s monumental music career. A sneak peek of his music video was revealed on social media on Tuesday morning and another well-renowned Fermanagh musician was […]
Greene calls for emergency plan to help with costs
By Matthew Leslie A Fermanagh Councillor has urged government at all levels to put an emergency plan in place to help struggling households ahead of winter. Cllr Sheamus Greene insists that action must be taken now to help people fighting to make ends meet with expected massive energy bills once the cold weather returns. Prices are […]
Fermanagh musicians excel in Mullingar!
By Mark McGoldrick SHAUNEEN Maguire and Odhran Harbinson were the big winners at the All-Ireland Fleadh in Mullingar which took place at the weekend. Maguire, from Comhaltas Derrylin, took first place in the over-18 piano accordion competition, winning the ‘Christopher Niland Cup’. Derrygonnelly’s Harbinson, meanwhile, was part of the 15-18 Ceilidh Band, under the leadership of […]
Sheep dung has comedian spitting at Lady of the Lake
By John Carney A MIXTURE of sheep dung and poteen left a German comedian with a bad taste in his mouth at this year’s Lady of the Lake Festival in Irvinestown. Last Wednesday a large crowd turned out at Castle Irvine Estate, Necarne, for the Fair Day where the World Sheep Dung Spitting contest took centre stage. The event had […]
Wedding day won’t end Daly’s All-Ireland dreams
By John Carney IT WAS the result that nobody wanted last Sunday at Croke Park, least of all Fermanagh ladies manager James Daly. His side had just drawn 1-13 to 1-13 with Antrim in the TG4 All-Ireland Junior Championship Final, but he already had another big occasion on his mind. “I’m getting married on Friday,” Daly said […]
Actor Adrian Dunbar has revolutionary idea for new book
By John Carney AFTER playing a police officer, it’s an Irish revolutionary that Enniskillen actor Adrian Dunbar now has his sights set on. Speaking on the “Out for Lunch, with Jay Rayner” podcast, Mr Dunbar revealed he was considering writing a script about Easter Rising leader James Connolly. After starring as Superintendent Ted Hastings in […]
Balcas celebrates 60th anniversary
By John Carney ONE OF Fermanagh’s most well-known businesses is celebrating its 60th anniversary with many community-orientated events over the next 12 months. On August 17, 1962, Balcas was established and since then it has become one of Britain and Ireland’s largest wood product suppliers and renewable energy providers, with just over 380 direct employees. In addition, […]
Sadness at the death of devoted mother Caroline
TRIBUTES have been paid to a devoted mother of three, Caroline Mallon-Nagar, who passed away on Wednesday last. Mrs Mallon-Nagar was born in 1979 to Paddy and Vonnie Greene, in Derrygonnelly. She was the fourth-born child in a family of five. From a young age, Caroline was praised for her ‘generosity’ and ‘giving nature’. She […]