THE COUNCILLORS who backed the controversial motion opposing the extradition of suspected Omagh bomber Liam Campbell were made aware of who he was before voting on the proposal, albeit only by a few minutes. The motion for the local Council to write to the Irish government expressing its opposition to the extradition of Mr Campbell […]
Residents losing sleep over anti-social drivers
CONCERN has been raised about the level of noise created by anti-social vehicular activity in Irvinestown. It is understood that residents in the Main Street and Pound Street areas of the town, some of whom are elderly, are being adversely impacted by revving of car engines at night. This week emotive pleas have been made […]
‘Big Jack fitted right in around Lisnaskea…’
“I wasn’t a good player, but I was damn good at stopping those who thought they were good” – those are the famous words of the late Jack Charlton (85) that will forever stay in the mind of local man Davy Wheeler, who had the pleasure of meeting the sporting hero when he visited Lisnaskea […]
Covid crisis claims another casualty on the High Street
YET ANOTHER well known town centre business in Enniskillen has announced it will not be reopening its doors following the Covid-19 lockdown. On Saturday owners of vegan coffeeshop The Happiness Trap, and the more recently opened Happy Tapas, announced they had taken the decision not to reopening the businesses, which occupy two large premises on […]
Landmark Enniskillen building goes on market
A LANDMARK Enniskillen property is on the market for over £200,000. Thistlebank House, the original managers residence to the Scotch Stores sits between the Sligo Road and Old Henry Street overlooking the Erne. The distinctive stone exterior is in keeping with the building’s history. Spanning three floors it has retained many of the original features […]
Major expansion planned by leading local agrifood firm
AMBITIOUS expansion plans have been revealed by one of Fermanagh’s leading agrifood businesses. Ready Egg Products based outside Lisnaskea process millions of eggs per day. The firm has lodged a planning application proposing the development of three free range poultry houses with internal egg stores. The development just over one mile outside Clabby would have […]
Lockdown was mixed blessing for beauty pair
“Work worries and the uncertainty of our businesses was never far from our minds.”
People with symptoms urged to get Covid test
Importance of testing and contact tracing in limiting the spread of infection has been highlighted by the Public Health Authority (PHA).
GAA stars bleach the locks for a good cause!
SINGER Rod Stewart’s album ‘Blondes have more Fun’ in his 1978 album has certainly been taken to heart by a group of Fermanagh GAA stars. A number of the Erne county’s boys are following that line to raise £5,000 for Olivia Mlhern. The Erne lads are hoping to raise much needed funds for the treatment […]
3,000 meals on wheels!
A GROUP of local volunteers have been on hand to help the vulnerable and those isolating throughout the coronavirus pandemic. Fivemiletown Coronavirus Response Group was formed several months ago, providing valued support to hundreds of people. A milestone was marked recently as the group delivered its 3000th meal. Coordniator Iain Lendrum explained, “We delivered our […]