A former Fermanagh councillor is among four men who have been handed prison sentences for their part in an illegal tobacco operation in Roslea. Two men have been jailed, including fromer councillor Tony McPhillips, while two have received suspended sentences, after illicit cigarettes and tobacco worth nearly £2 million were seized in Northern Ireland and […]
Fermanagh film maker makes film on George Mitchell
ENNISKILLEN film director Trevor Birney has been lauded for his recent film celebrating one of the key architects of the Good Friday Agreement. The special 90-minute documentary explores and celebrates the life of respected and popular United States former diplomat and former Special Envoy for Northern Ireland, George Mitchell. A special celebration was held at the SSE Arena in Belfast when […]
Bench warrant issued for stolen goods accused
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A BENCH warrant has been issued for a 32-year-old woman who is facing charges relating to receiving stolen goods from a local supermarket. Alexis Lawrence, with an address of Derg View in Castlederg, is charged with receiving certain stolen goods belonging to Marks and Spencer, worth up to £995 in value. The alleged offences relating […]
More Fermanagh schools set for new 20mph zones
FOLLOWING successful implementions elsewhere, three more schools in Fermanagh have been announced as the next to receive 20mph speed limit zones. This initiative marks a significant step towards creating safer environments for students during school hours, addressing long-standing concerns about traffic and pedestrian safety around these schools. As part of the Department’s ongoing commitment to […]
Concern over £3m FODC Council underspend
THERE have been calls for Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to review its financial support for public services after it was revealed it spent almost £3 million less than it indented to. In the 2024/25 financial year, the total net operating expenditure for the Council was £41.4 million against a planned budget of £44.3 million. Local […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Kiera Mc Namee (nee Brennaman) R.I.P. (48 Cherryhill, Irvinestown Co. Fermanagh BT94 1FS). Peacefully at her late residence surrounded by her loving family passed away on 3rd July 2025. Much loved daughter of Betty and deceased father George R.I.P. Beloved wife of Damien, much loved mother of Megan, (Patrick) and Emma, loving sister of Sharron, […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be windy and overcast with spells of blustery rain feeding in from the west. The rain tapers off late in the day.
Fermanagh mourns death of legendary songwriter
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THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the passing of Mickey MacConnell who is recognised as one of Ireland’s finest singers and songwriters. Originally from Arney, but residing in Kerry in his later years, Mr MacConnell was a legendary figure in Irish folk music, rising to prominence when he wrote ‘Only Our Rivers […]
Consultation to permanently suspend EGS at SWAH
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A consultation to permanently remove general emergency surgery from SWAH is to launch this month. There was a unanimous decision by the Western Trust to proceed with a consultation on the permanent suspension of Emergency General Surgery at SWAH at a Western Trust meeting today. Diana Armstrong MLA has expressed her concern at today’s announcement. […]
Diversion in place following Fermanagh traffic collision
Road users are being advised to exercise caution due to a traffic collision on the Sligo Road, Enniskillen. “Road users are advised of a traffic collision on the Sligo Road, Enniskillen. A diversion is in place via the Coleshill Road. “Please exercise caution as you approach, or seek an alternative route for your journey at […]