LOCAL CHEF Glen Wheeler of 28 Darling Street, Enniskillen, came to the rescue of Country superstars Nathan and Jake Carter after their Christmas flights to Liverpool were cancelled at the last minute. “Jake and myself didn’t get back to Liverpool due to the lockdown and flights being cancelled,” explained Nathan, who celebrated the launch of […]
Western Trust issues appeal for staff
THE Western Trust has issued an “urgent appeal” for staff as the New Year approaches. Dr Bob Brown, director of primary care and older people’s services made an appeal asking for staff to temporarily come and support their colleagues through this period as he anticipates January “may well be the most difficult month of all”. […]
More families than ever using local foodbanks
IT’S BEEN a tough year for everyone , but just how tough it has been for many local families has been starkly highlighted by the demand at Fermanagh’s foodbanks, both at Christmas and throughout the year. Speaking to the Herald after handing out the last of their extra-large Christmas hampers this year, manager of Enniskillen Foodbank […]
Long cold spell on the way after snowfall
IT WAS a case of “better late than never” for locals right across the county who had hoped for a white Christmas, as Storm Bella brought snow and biting sleet to parts of Fermanagh at the weekend. On St Stephen’s Day, forecasters put out a yellow (be aware) weather warning for wind and rain, as […]
Galloon active.. Raising funds for mental health
WHILE Covid-19 restrictions have put ice on Galloon’s annual Charity Swim on New Year’s Day. Organisers for the event have found an innovative way to raise awareness and essential funds for local mental health instead. Members of the charity committee have also urged locals to take part in an activity of their own choice such […]
Fresh snow and ice warning for Fermanagh
A BIG FREEZE is forecasted for counties Fermanagh, Antrim, Armagh, Tyrone and Derry. Met Eireann stated, “Snow and ice may bring some disruption from later Tuesday and through to Thursday morning. Temperatures will drop to a low of -2 around the county tonight as the cold snap continues.” Louth, Cavan and Monaghan as well as […]
Silent towns as lockdown strikes us again
The streets of Enniskillen were eerily quiet this week with next to no traffic and empty car parks. Throughout the town were deserted streets with just a few retailers’ doors open. It is a sure sign that the latest lockdown restrictions have begun. In normal circumstances the town would have been busy with shoppers milling […]
Tributes for popular social worker who died from Covid
“A GREAT void” has been left in the Western Trust by the passing of popular social worker Nuala McLaughlin, who died from Covid-19 just days before Christmas. Although she was from Tyrone, Nuala (nee McAnenly) was a well known face in Fermanagh and news of her untimely death from the virus has shocked the local community, with […]
Singers putting a festive smile on care home residents
A VIRTUAL Christmas concert is set to put a smile on the faces of people in Fermanagh and beyond. Making an appearance and sharing their talents are several Fermanagh folk as well as much loved country star Daniel O’Donnell. Local woman, Sinead Welsh organised the free virtual concert, ‘Sing Out To Help Out’ with help […]
Taste of Irish… Treats from loved ones back home
A TASTE OF HOME without stepping onto Irish soil is exactly what the doctor ordered for local ex-pats stranded abroad due to Covid restrictions. In fact, Enniskillen siblings Gerard and Steph McCory have given Irish immigrants across the globe the chance to receive a care package of Irish treats from loved ones back home through […]