New principal appointed at Fermanagh school


Bunscoil An Traonaigh, Lisnaskea has appointed one of Ireland’s youngest principals. Caoimhe Green from Clones is the latest principal of the Irish school and will begin her journey as principal in September at the age of 25. Caoimhe was in the first class to walk through the doors of the school 20 years ago when it opened and […]

Fermanagh man (60) jailed for historic sex offences


A 60-YEAR-OLD man has been jailed for multiple counts of historic sexual abuse of a work colleague’s child while he waited in an office to go to school. Ronan Farrell previously from Derrygonnelly but later residing in Belfast, denied nine counts of indecent assault between 1982 and 1984 but was convicted of all at trial. […]

Seán Quinn backs bid for Slieve Russell Hotel


IT’S understood that Fermanagh business tycoon Seán Quinn has thrown his support behind Ballyhaise-man Seán Gallagher as he bids to buy the Slieve Russell Hotel. A former panellist on ‘Dragons’ Den’, Mr Gallagher has been heavily linked to the hotel which recently went on the market for a staggering €35 million. ‘The Anglo Celt’ has […]

Enniskillen employees honoured in style


THREE employees at Asda have been celebrated for their longevity and commitment after they clocked up a staggering 90-years of service to the supermarket giant. A major celebration event, titled ‘Big Anniversary’, was recently held to honour some of the longest serving workers at the eight different Asda stores across the North. Asda Enniskillen employee, […]

Frances Black’s coming to Enniskillen


ONE of the most ‘influential figures in the Irish music industry’ is set to make her debut at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen at what’s expected to be a sold-out show. The much-loved Dublin singer Frances Black, who was a member of the iconic ‘Black Family’ band, has recently confirmed she’s stopping off in Enniskillen […]

Top award for Enniskillen man Conall


POPULAR Enniskillen man Conall Quinn is one of a number of ‘fantastic people’ who have graduated from the South West College and are now set to embark into the world of work. A special ceremony was recently held at the Erne campus in Enniskillen to celebrate the ‘Class of ‘24’ who are ready to get […]

Next stage of Ulster Canal opens


THE official opening of a multi-million pound development to the Ulster Canal could result in a major increase in tourism and a better environment in Fermanagh, as the summer season begins. Phase 2 of the Ulster Canal was recently completed by Waterways Ireland, following a €28.4 million investment in inland waterways, greenways and blueways across Ireland. During […]

BBC NI comes to Enniskillen


BBC Northern Ireland celebrated its centenary with visits to Enniskillen, Lisbellaw and Lisnaskea. The broadcasters had a jam packed schedule as they held exhibitions and radio shows from the county. A BBC Interactive exhibition was held at Enniskillen Castle which provided local school and community groups with an opportunity to experience what it’s like to present […]