PLUTO, the beloved therapy dog of Saint Kevin’s College, is wagging his tail with pride after being nominated for a prestigious BBC Radio Foyle Make a Difference Award. This furry friend has brought comfort, joy, and a calming presence to countless students and staff, earning him a special place in the hearts of the school community. […]
Next phase of Ulster Canal works to begin
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THE next phase of the Ulster Canal project, which will have a significant impact in improving the waterways in Fermanagh, has been officially opened after its much-anticipated development. As part of the ambitious project, the Clones Marina has been launched with the works including a scenic waterway, looped walks and heritage facilities which links Clones […]
Fermanagh to run in memory of Oisin
HUNDREDS of people across Fermanagh will pull on the running shoes and take to the roads around Belcoo this summer for a major event to celebrate the life of the late Oisin McGrath. The Run for Oisin is scheduled to take next month, with a large crowd expected to turn out and compete in the […]
Fermanagh trad stars cycle to Clare for charity
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SOME of the county’s top traditional musicians recently jumped on their bikes and took part in a grueling 164 kilometre cycle to Clare to remember one of Ireland’s leading bodhrán players. Band members with The Tumbling Paddies, John McCann, Oisin McManus and Martin Treacy and music tutor Maggie Maguire were past of the ‘Wheels and Jigs’ […]
Leeds United fans remember Damian Fitzpatrick
LOCAL Leeds United supporters, who are set to travel to Dublin to see their side take on Italian giants AC Milan, raised over £1,000 for charity in memory of iconic figure Damian Fitzpatrick. Mr Fitzpatrick, who passed away this year, was a hugely respected and much-loved resident who was deep-rooted in local sport. He was […]
Phone signal blow for Fermanagh residents
SOME residents living in rural parts of Fermanagh are fearing they may be cut off after leading phone provider O2 confirmed it’s to remove 3G services across the North by the end of the year. The telecommunications service provider is following the agreement to switch off its 3G services, as part of a UK-wide campaign, […]
Fermanagh MP slams ‘shocking’ welfare reforms
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PAT Cullen has slammed the British Government for ‘targeting the most vulnerable in society’ after hundreds reached out to voice their fears over the proposed welfare and health reforms. The 60-year-old Carrickmore woman recently marked 12 months as the MP for Fermanagh and South Tyrone. During her first year as representative for local residents, the former nursing union […]
Enniskillen men convicted of drug-supply charges
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AN ENNISKILLEN man has been sentenced to prison, and another has been handed probation, after being convicted of supplying drugs. Frederick (Derek) McCordick (42) and Calvin Holden (25) were sentenced at Dungannon Crown Court last week, after being convicted of the charges. McCordick was charged with being concerned in the supply of a class A […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Kids enjoy Enniskillen fun run!
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Neil Hannon ready for comeback tour
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FERMANAGH singer Neil Hannon is getting ready to headline a performance in front of 2,000 at an iconic venue in England as his much-loved band prepares to make a welcome return to the stage. The local man is set to take centre stage when the ‘Divine Comedy’ sell-out the Sheffield City Hall in October in […]