A food company has said its facility in Lisnaskea is unaffected by plans to close its operation in Dungannon. ABP yesterday announced it is to cease retail packing at its Linden facility based at Granville Industrial Estate in Dungannon. The company said the 338 people employed at the facility are now at risk of losing […]
Rates plea from Fermanagh businesses to local council
LOCAL councillors have been urged not to increase local business rates any higher, ahead of next month’s annual meeting on the issue. Last year local traders faced yet another hike, of 3.76 per-cent, coming after years of previous hikes. In total, over the past five years, the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has raised business […]
Plans to breathe new life into former pub in Lisnaskea
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THERE are plans to turn a former Lisnaskea pub into a chemists and apartments. The Balfour Arms at Main Street has been closed for many years, but the building could be in line for a new future. A planning application has been submitted to Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to redevelop the old pub into […]
Public urged to stand by Fermanagh’s small traders
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FERMANAGH shoppers have been urged to support local, with news of yet another closure on the Enniskillen high street this week. Jay Lindsay, who recently closed the Enniskillen Crafters Market (although it was non profit) he pointed out how every purchase makes a difference to small shops and enterprises. “Local businesses don’t have the margins […]
New virtual GP hub to be set up in Enniskillen chemists
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GORDONS Chemists has announced a landmark partnership with Duality Healthcare, aimed at bringing enhanced virtual and face-to-face GP services to the community. The partnership will see Duality launch a virtual GP hub in Gordons Chemists in Enniskillen, as well as in Lisburn, Kilkeel and Rathcoole. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in improving access […]
New support for Fermanagh’s female entrepreneurs
FEMALE entrepreneurs in Fermanagh have welcomed news that there will be new programmes set up to enhance and develop their businesses and industries. Three programmes, ‘WeBuild’, ‘WeGrow’ and ‘WeScale’, are to be delivered as part of the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme and led by InterTradeIreland, in partnership with Invest NI and Enterprise Ireland. Beginning next […]
Businesses concerned hotel ‘eyesore’ is harming trade
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BUSINESSES on Forthill Street in Enniskillen are concerned the current derelict ‘eyesore’ state of the Railway Hotel, and delays in the planned demolition of the building, are severely harming trade and customer flow. Last September, the iconic Enniskillen building suffered a suspected arson attack, leaving it in disrepair. Shipping containers were placed at the front as a safety measure […]
Christmas lights to go on in villages across Fermanagh
ENNISKILLEN may have been the first big switch-on of the season, but it is by no means the last, with towns and villages around the county preparing for their own festivities. The celebrations begin with Lack on Thursday at 7pm, setting the tone for a season filled with community spirit and glowing streets. The excitement […]
The Range confirm opening date for Enniskillen store
THE Range has officially announced it will open its doors at the new Lakelands Retail Park in Enniskillen on November 28. Anchored alongside big-name retailers like Home Bargains, the homeware and garden store promises to be a key draw for shoppers across Fermanagh. The Range will be the fourth store to open in the new […]
Council to give extra £10k for Enniskillen celebrations
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ST PATRICKS Day festivities in Enniskillen and Omagh are to receive an additional boost of £10,000. At the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC) Regeneration and Community committee last night councillors approved the additional funding for the 2026 events across the district. An independent economic assessment estimated that last year’s celebrations were worth around £1.4m […]