Today will see largely cloudy skies with occasional bright spells, particularly in the afternoon. A drier day, with local drizzle under areas of thick cloud. Breezy.
Trial hears from last people to see Damien Heagney
THE trial of a County Tyrone man accused of murdering Damien Heagney has heard from some of the last people to see him before his disappearance. Stephen Eugene McCourt (41) previously of Gartland Terrace. Dromore then Riverview Augher, denies murdering the victim between 31 December 2021 and 6 January 2022. His dismembered remains were recovered […]
New principal at St Michael’s College
CATHAL O’Connor has been appointed as the new school principal of St Michael’s College in Enniskillen. The Belleek man will take over from Mark Henry, who departed the position last month. St Michael’s College confirmed the news this afternoon. “The Board of Governors of St. Michael’s College is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. […]
What will UK budget mean for Fermanagh?
ALL eyes will be on the UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, in the House of Commons next Wednesday when she reveals her much-anticipated and controversial budget. With financial experts reporting concerning figures, it’s expected that the Labour MP will use her budget statement on Wednesday (March 26) as an opportunity to try and […]
National recognition for popular Charlie’s Bar
THE owner of Enniskillen pub ‘Charlie’s Bar’ said they’re in “a privileged position” to serve local residents and customers after it was named as the ‘Northern Ireland Community Pub of the Year’. The pub, located in Church Street, received national recognition when it claimed the top award at a ceremony at the House of Commons […]
Maria Cameron releases new music covers
Boho singer Maria Cameron is continuing to scale new heights in the local music scene as she continues to earn new fans and rave reviews following her recent releases of some top songs. The Fermanagh woman has established herself as one of the top music artists on the circuit and she has recently taken to […]
Studying locally is helping young people financially
A LOCAL student who is on course to achieve an honours degree in Computing Science has said that studying at the South West College in Enniskillen has been “a huge advantage” financially. With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to tighten its grip, many students are struggling to pay for their tuition fees and accommodation costs, with […]
Fermanagh sports clubs are now paying to recycle
LOCAL sports clubs are now having to pay to get recycling bottle banks emptied in Fermanagh, a recent Council meeting has heard. At a recent meeting of the Environmental Services committee, Ulster Unionist Party councillor, John McClaughry, pointed out that mixed glass bottles which clubs such as Enniskillen Rugby Club and Kesh Football Club are […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Top success for Fermanagh students!
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Call for action on Fivemiletown traffic danger
THERE have been calls for urgent action to tackle speeding outside a local school, with fears a child could be seriously injured or worse. Parents at Fivemiletown Primary School have highlighted that speeding and the behaviour of drivers has been an ongoing issue on the busy road outside the school. Local MLA Diana Armstrong has now […]