INTERNET accessibility has long been an issue for those living in rural Fermanagh and it’s patchy coverage is an ongoing cause of frustration for many. In a bid to tackle the problem Libraries NI have launched a pilot scheme giving those living in rural Fermanagh the opportunity to access Wi-Fi and computer facilities out of […]
Another arson attack at home of Quinn manager
Company urges authorities to prioritise investigation, with no arrests made to date.
‘Disastrous’ Lisnaskea driver is back in court
A LISNASKEA man with a ‘disastrous record’ has been sentenced for committing numerous driving offences. Nathan Phair (22) of Castlebalfour Park Lisnaskea appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates court on Monday facing charges of theft of vehicle, dangerous driving, driving when unfit through Drink/Drugs, possessing Class B Controlled Drug, no driving licence and using a motor vehicle […]
Long treks for hospital visits linked to staff shortage
AT a time when SWAH is struggling to attract nursing staff, it has been revelaed that the cost of attracting overseas nurses to the North is ‘ballooning’ as recruiting firms received £750,000 to fill nursing vacancies. And a local health service campaigner has claimed that the growing number of Fermanagh people having to travel to […]
81-year-old Pat set for Dublin Marathon
To date Pat has raised an overwhelming £60,000 to help fund MS research.
Enniskillen bomb was an ‘atrocity’ -Sinn Fein candidate
IN WHAT is believed to be the first time Sinn Fein has openly condemned the Enniskillen Remembrance Day bombing, the party’s candidate in Friday’s presidential election has described it as an atrocity. Earlier this year local Sinn Fein councillor and then council chairman Stephen McCann sparked a walkout and no-confidence motion when he refused to […]
Tully Castle ranks as one of Ireland’s spookiest spots
FERMANAGH’S thrill seeking ghost busters may have several ghosts and ghouls lurking close by on 31st October. For those interested in a potential spooky encounter this Halloween Tully Castle may be the ideal historic building to visit. Located just off the main Enniskillen to Belleek road, the castle has recently been named as one of […]
Syrian families to make a new home in Fermanagh
FAMILIES fleeing war torn Syria are to make their home here in Fermanagh. A total of five families are to be resettled in Enniskillen as part of the part of the Vulnerable Persons Relocation Scheme (VPRS). It’s the first time anyone from the scheme, which is aimed at helping families who have been affected by […]
Rush to get flu jab brings Lisnaskea to a standstill!
THE DESPERATE need for a new health centre in Lisnaskea was highlighted at the weekend when the town came to a standstill simply because patients were flocking to receive their winter flu jab. On Saturday the PSNI’s traffic and travel division had to urge motorists away from the town, such was the extent of the […]