THERE’S a new chapter being written for hurling and camogie in this corner of the country — and it’s one that’s already turning heads. MacNean Hurling Club, a newly formed cross-border hurling club, has officially launched this summer. It’s a unique collaboration between Belcoo O’Rahallaigh and Shannon Gaels, aimed at opening the code to more children […]
Lisnaskea banking decision branded ‘pathetic’ by MLA
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THE fight for Fermanagh’s right to access cash is continuing, after it was confirmed an appeal to bring banking services back to the second largest town in the county had failed. Lisnaskea has been without a bank for over a year now, after its last one – Ulster Bank – closed down last March. There have since […]
Fermanagh man opens up about addiction to Class A drugs
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A FERMANAGH man who came close to death after years of Class A drug abuse has warned that addiction is ‘everywhere’ as Enniskillen faces what he calls a worsening drugs crisis. Daniel Wills, originally from Newcastle upon Tyne, moved to Fermanagh in 1987 and attended school in Enniskillen. It was during those school years that […]
Enniskillen man jailed for attack on off-duty doctor
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AN Enniskillen man has been jailed for six months for an assault on an off-duty doctor that left a “significant impact” on his life. Billy Joe White (28), from Sycamore Drive, was charged with causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) to a doctor in Enniskillen on February 2023, during his recent appearance at Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court. The court […]
Driver fined for injuring pedestrian in Roslea
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A ROSLEA driver has been fined following a traffic incident that left a man with serious injuries. Mark Sheridan (33), of Eshnadarragh Road in Derryynawilt in Roslea, was acquitted of dangerous driving but convicted of driving without due care and attention following a contest Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court in relation to the incident in August 2023. The court heard from a […]
Council warns Fermanagh motorists of parking scam
Fermanagh and Omagh Council issued the warning after fake QR stickers were placed on pay and display machines in Mid Ulster.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Kyle 24th June 2025. Peacefully at hospital, Margaret Rebecca, Cedar Ridge Dungannon. Loving mother of Dawn, her partner David and Gillian, mother-in-law of the late Evan, much loved nanny of Lee, his wife Pauline and great granny of Peyton and Parker. Funeral service in Derrygortreavy Parish Church at 12 noon on Friday 27th June 2025, […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Staying overcast today with spells of patchy rain in the morning. A few heavier spells are possible in the north and west during the afternoon but it will turn dry by evening. A windier day.
Strong support for new Cancer Focus centre
THE Enniskillen and wider Fermanagh community is continuing to rally in support of a leading charity group which has set up a major state-of-the-art centre to help people living with cancer. A range of fundraising initiatives have been taking place recently to support the development of the Cancer Focus therapeutic centre, which has been established […]
Stacey’s message of hope for women living with alopecia
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A FERMANAGH woman who lost her hair as a teenager is calling for better support for people across the North living with alopecia. Stacey McCabe, a mother-of-two from Belcoo, recently underwent pioneering mesh hair integration treatment in London. It has transformed her confidence after years of struggling with wigs, sprays and self-doubt. Speaking to the ‘Herald, […]