The Minister did stress, however, that progress on re-opening will depend on controlling the rate of transmission of the virus.
Cummings controversy ‘could put locals at risk’
THERE have been claims visitors will be emboldened to come stay at their holiday homes in Fermanagh after the Prime Minister gave his backing to his advisor who allegedly broke lockdown guidelines. There has been outrage across the UK and beyond after it was revealed prominent government advisor Dominic Cummings had travelled hundreds of miles […]
Public urged to use water wisely
With the prolonged dry spell there are fears a hosepipe ban may be one the cards.
Lisnaskea business leads the way out of lockdown
POSITIVE signs that local businesses are cautiously emerging from lockdown have begun to spring up across the county. Within recent days a Lisnaskea shop began welcoming customers back over two months after it temporarily closed in line with official guidance. Wesley Warrington of Delta House and Home explained that the first steps had been taken […]
Cassie saddles up for 200-mile charity cycle challenge
FINAL year nursing student Cassie Mohan certainly went the ‘extra mile’ over lockdown as the 22-year-old cycled over 200 miles as part of the ‘Cycle for Dementia challenge.’ Speaking to the Herald, Cassie who has currently raised over £700 so far said, “This charity means a lot to me, my late granny suffered Alzheimer’s disease […]
Talented singers join forces for ‘You raise me up’
The extremely talented students of ‘Fermanagh’s School of Music and Performing Arts’ once again came under the spotlight after a video created by school founder Ciara O’Flanagan in tribute of all keyworkers received “thousands” of views on social media. Local performers James Gilleece, Katie Teague, Sofia Allen, Chloe McCaffrey, Katie Chapman and Clare Kavanagh joined […]
Rovers put their ‘best foot forward’ to support others
PLAYERS and management at Lisnaskea Rovers Football Club have put their best foot forward as they donated £500 worth of food in support of the “vital” work carried out by ‘The Pantry Food Bank’ (Lisnaskea) which has provided support for locals during a time of crisis. Darren Graham of Lisnaskea Rovers explained, “The current health […]
‘I’d love to give Australia another crack…’
FERMANAGH GAA star Joanne Doonan made history back in September after becoming the first ever Irish-born player to sign for Aussie rules side Carlton Blues. From there, the 25-year-old flew to Australia in October to pursue a semi-professional career in the AFL women’s league that would indefinitely see her change the mindset and opportunities of […]
Home baking bonanza has sales of eggs sky rocketing!
THEY say it is the most important meal of the day but for many busy people breakfast has been long forgotten. But now families in lockdown are rediscovering the lost pleasure of a leisurely breakfast. As everyone embraces a return to long-forgotten morning routines, sales of eggs are soaring. The owner of one of Fermanagh’s […]
SWAH may play key role for new medical school
THE South West Acute Hospital may become a university training hub for future generations of doctors. Hopes are high the opening of a new medical school in Derry may help encourage medical professionals to secure employment at SWAH. Last week it was announced that a graduate medical school would be opened in 2021 at […]