COMMUNITIES across the Fermanagh and Tyrone border areas have been left heartbroken following the tragic death of three young men who died as a result of a road collision on the main A5 at Garvaghey on Monday. Peter Finnegan from Clogher who lost his life as a result of the accident played a key role in the success […]
Councillor Greene hits out at return to online learning
QUEEN’S University Belfast (QUB), recently announced a return to online learning for the month of January 2022, with concerns that the majority of lectures, tutorials and seminars online will be extended into the new year. While many students across Fermanagh remain confused and certainly overwhelmed as to how this could yet again impact their studies and […]
Lough Erne Resort announces temporary closure
THE Lough Erne Resort here in Fermanagh has announced that it will temporarily close as part of a “voluntary” circuit breaker due to the increase of Covid cases across the area. In a bid to keep staff and customers safe, the popular resort will close until January 5 (next Wednesday). The Lough Erne will be […]
Executive announces £40 million support for hospitality sector
THE Executive has recently agreed on a £40 million support package for businesses in the hospitality sector. Over 3,200 businesses will be eligible for a one-off grant under the Omicron Hospitality Payment. The amounts will be as follows: £10,000 for businesses with a rateable value up to £15,000 £15,000 for businesses with a rateable value […]
Swann announces roll-out of new COVID treatments for high risk patients
HEALTH Minister Robin Swann has announced the roll-out of new and effective treatments for COVID-19 patients who are most at risk of serious illness. The treatments, previously only available to hospitalised patients, are now authorised for use in non-hospitalised patients to reduce the risk of severe illness and death. The use of these novel drug […]
Victor’s excited for McKenna’s tenure at Portman Road!
“He certainly has the players there to do it although they are certainly lacking in motivation at the minute.”
Tree planting ceremony in memory of Louis Leonard
“Our hopes for the future would be that the British Government actually implements the agreements around legacy plans they’ve already signed up to.”
Mother of Enniskillen actor passes away
“She was practically born to sing. By the age of nine, she was already skipping up the steps of the gallery here in St Michael’s to sing.”
Lisbellaw woman raising awareness of hunger crisis
For many years, Libbet has stood in solidarity with people living in desperate situations.
Festive wishes from across the world!
The Herald in true Christmas spirit wanted to give those who are missing home the opportunity to surprise their nearest and dearest in Fermanagh.