The opening of Taboo Donuts at the Enniskillen store is the first of its kind at any Asda in the North.
Caritas ready for Christmas campaign
FERMANAGH choir, Caritas, is preparing for a busy winter schedule where it hopes to bring some Christmas cheer to the local community and raise funds for rural charities. As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, last year, the choir was forced to move its musical rehearsals and performances online via modern technology. Group leader, Helen […]
Man accused of kicking an unconscious assault victim about the head must remain in custody
A MAN accused of kicking an unconscious assault victim about the head must remain in custody, a High Court judge has ruled. Ryan Masterson, 28, was refused bail over allegations that he took part in the attack outside a co-defendant’s home in Co Tyrone. Prosecutors said a man was knocked unconscious for up to 20 minutes […]
Driver who exposed himself at traffic lights avoids prison sentence Body
A DRIVER who exposed himself to two female drivers in traffic in Enniskillen has avoided a prison sentence. Dariusz Piech (46) of Sally’s Wood in Irvinestown appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court on Wednesday for sentencing on two counts of exposure, relating to two incidents last year. At around 5.15pm on January 20, 2020 a woman driving on the […]
Brave Carol credits local mental health groups for ‘personal breakthrough’
A DERRYGONNELLY woman has spoken out about her mental health in a bid to remind others that they are not alone and that help is available. Carol Stubbs decided to share part of her story with the Herald this week as she believes that “everyone” faces their own mental health journey at some stage in […]
Department reveals new lead as local frustration grows over a lack of answers on Kesh fish kill
THE NI Environment Agency (NIEA) has revealed it is currently investigating a new lead in its investigation into the pollution incident at the Glendarragh River in Kesh last month, which resulted in the death of almost 2,000 native fish. A socially-distanced community meeting was held on Wednesday night at the Kesh Community Centre that was […]
Rossa’s turning into the next Alan Titchmarsh!
THREE year old Rossa McAloon from Kesh has grown his own pumpkins in preparation for the Halloween festivities. During the first lockdown, Rossa’s parents decided to start up their own vegetable patch and their son “become fascinated” with the idea of growing his own pumpkin. Rossa’s mother, Seana Tracey, feels that giving her son the […]
Dogs taken into care after ‘one of worst cases’ animal welfare officer has seen
TWELVE dogs found in a Fermanagh shed were living in the worst conditions an animal welfare officer has encountered in her career, a local court has been told. At Enniskillen Magistrates Court, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council successfully applied to have the dogs, which had already been in its care since being seized last year, officially transferred to Council ownership to […]
Murphy says Maple Health Centre new build is still the ‘main priority’
FERMANAGH MLA Áine Murphy has welcomed the announcement of a £5.5 million boost as a first step to improving people’s access to GP services. Speaking in relation to the announcement, the Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA told the Herald, “The announcement by the Health Minister of an extra £5.5 million to help improve people’s access […]
Man charged after cannabis factory found in Ederney
Two other men arrested during the operation have been released on bail pending further enquiries.