Call goes out for young volunteers for Cancer charity


    Cancer Connect NI is seeking young volunteers to join their team in Enniskillen.   Anyone aged between 14 and 25 who currently volunteers or who would like to start and would like to have their commitment, skills and experience recognised have been urged to contact the charity.     Cancer Connect NI offers […]

Decline in natural environment revealed


  THE ‘state of nature’ in the North has been revealed, and while it’s not looking good, once again Fermanagh appears to be faring much better than most.    Last week we reported how the recently-published UK-wide State of Nature report had revealed the dramatic extent of decline of plants and animals since the 1970s, […]

Urgent call goes out for help for the Lisnaskea Feis


  PREPARATIONS have begun for Lisnaskea’s 44th Annual John James McDermott Feis and the organisers are seeking a dance school who would like to be involved.   This year the Feis will not have a dance section, unless a dance school is willing to help out. Feis committee member, Kathleen Breen has urged any dance […]

It’s dog eat dog as the hunt for Toto heats up


  LOCAL dog owners flocked to an audition with a difference on Sunday as part of Enniskillen Light Operatic’s (ELO) hunt for Toto for their Christmas show.    The ‘Dogdition’ at St Michael’s Community Centre saw 20 assorted species and their owners showing up to see which pooch had what it takes to star in […]

Addiction service clocked up hundreds of home visits


OVER the three summer months, ARC Healthy Living Centre’s Solace Project in Irvinestown clocked up a massive 650 home visits to those who are battling addiction. The Solace programme offers support to those who are struggling with addiction and aims to reduce the harm addiction can cause.    Senior Manager at ARC Healthy Living Centre, […]