As the year draws to a close and we look ahead to 2026, Sinn Féin MP for Fermanagh and South Tyrone, Pat Cullen, has shared a New Year message reflecting on the commitment, resilience and community spirit shown across the constituency throughout 2025. Looking ahead to 2026, MP Pat Cullen, >f 136<pictured right,>f 127< has […]
Investigation continues into Belturbet bomb 53 years on
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THERE has been a fresh appeal for information into the Belturbet bombing, more than 50 years after a loyalist claimed the lives of two local teenagers. On 28 December 1972, bombs exploded in three towns along the Fermanagh border – Clones, Pettigo, and Belturbet. While no one was seriously injured in Clones and Pettigo, 16-year-old Patrick […]
Tributes flow for Maguiresbridge bandsman Andrew Knox
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TRIBUTES have been paid following the passing of Andrew Knox who was remembered as “a true gentleman of the brass band community”. Formerly of Snowhill Road, Cornafannoge, Maguiresbridge, Mr Knox passed away suddenly at the South West Acute Hospital on Christmas day. Maguiresbridge Silver Band paid tribute to their long-term member and much-loved friend. “It was with heavy hearts […]
Rising country star David James gears up for 2026
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One of Ireland’s hottest rising stars, country singer David James is quickly becoming a name to watch. With a rapidly growing fanbase, a busy touring schedule, and the rare honour of recording a duet with Daniel O’Donnell, the 27-year-old performer is carving out a place for himself in the heart of Irish country music. Hailing […]
Police investigate multiple shop thefts in Fermanagh
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Local police are investigating a number of reported thefts from shops across Fermanagh and Omagh. “In investigating the recent reported thefts we have determined that many of the incidents are very similar in the ‘modus operandi’ used by the suspects. We believe that by raising awareness of this apparent ‘modus operandi’ we can help business […]
Christmas joy as baby Charlie arrives at SWAH
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Midwives at South West Acute Hospital were delighted to welcome a Christmas Day baby, bringing extra joy to the festive season. Baby Charlie Andrews was born on Christmas Day, a special arrival for the Andrews family from the Brookeborough area. Hospital staff shared in the happiness of the occasion, welcoming the newborn as a true […]
Mother and son extradited to Fermanagh for trial
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A mother and son extradited from Malta on multiple charges of child abuse have been returned for trial.
Police appeal after car damaged outside pub
POLICE are appealing for information after damage was caused to a car in Fivemiletown. A PSNI spokesperson said they are appealing for witnesses who may have seen witnessed a road traffic collision outside the Perfect Pint on December 22, approximately between 12.30pm and 1.30pm. “A white BMW X5 parked outside The Prefect Pint was damaged […]
Paraglider crashes into the roof of Fermanagh hotel
A paraglider has crashed into the roof of a hotel in Co Fermanagh. The incident happened at the Lough Erne Resort near Enniskillen earlier today. Emergency services were quickly on the scene to try and rescue the paraglider from the roof of the building. In a statement on their Facebook page earlier today, a spokesperson […]
Kesh top the tree with all to play for in F&W league
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FERMANAGH & WESTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE By Jonathan Hogan NFC KESH enter the Christmas break in fine fettle, topping Division One in a landmark year for the club. This season marks their 50th anniversary, celebrated with a civic reception from Fermanagh and Omagh District Council earlier this month, and there is a real eagerness at the […]