THREE former Enniskillen Collegiate students have returned to their native county take up consultant doctor roles at SWAH. Lynn Cromie, Alison Little and Joanna Johnston all attended Collegiate Grammar School and have as newly appointed consultants at the Enniskillen hospital. At a time where it is increasingly difficult to fill posts in Health and Social […]
Social media ‘death threat’ to Foster probed
POLICE are currently investigating an alleged ‘sinister’ threat to kill DUP leader Arlene Foster. The Fermanagh woman was the victim of alleged comments posted on social media, and it is believed that a man made comments in which he said he ‘must try’ shooting Arlene Foster to ‘see if I’d get away with it.’ Ms […]
£25,000 lease of life for old seat of justice
THE OLD Courthouse in Kesh has received a boost of £25,000 funding to help create a rural services delivery in the building which had been deemed ‘no longer fit for use’. The grant funding from the Prince’s Countryside Fund is understood to help contribute towards the cost of part-time staff. Gerald Knox, director of The […]
Prime site in Lisnaskea is snapped up for just £51K
A SITE OF over an acre in size in the middle of Lisnaskea, including the town’s historic Workhouse has been snapped up for just £51,000. It is believed that the buyer is a Fermanagh property developer. The former Poor Law Hospital and surrouding land at Castlebalfour near the town’s PSNI station was auctioned off online […]
Brollagh parents defend school’s academic record
THE campaign to save St Mary’s High School Brollagh continues, as the school’s Parents Action Group battle to protect post-primary education in Belleek. At a meeting of the Council’s policy and resource committee in mid June, Cllr Alex Baird posed an open-ended question in regard to the curriculum provision for pupils at St Mary’s. He […]
Earagail Arts Festival on The Wild Atlantic Way
The Earagail Arts Festival, – Donegal’s premier summer event on the Wild Atlantic Way (July 10-28), is once again filled with entertainment for all the family to enjoy. The festival’s line-up features 100 events including over 300 artists from across the globe during 19 magical Donegal days and nights. Included in this are three funfilled […]
Dad’s the word at Lough Erne Resort
SHOW DAD you love him this Father’s Day with Lough Erne Resort. From golf with leading PGA professionals, to a relaxing massage at the unique Thai Spa, there’s an experience to treat every Dad this Sunday, 16th June. Foodies can choose from five unique dining experiences created by Executive Chef Noel McMeel. Overlooking Castle Hume […]
Work to go ahead on main road despite objections
The planned four month long closure of the main Lisnaskea to Maguiresbridge road is to go ahead, despite objections from local people. A meeting took place last Tuesday April 16th where local residents and Lisnaskea business people raised concerns they had regarding the scheme, but the Department for Infrastructure has said the work will proceed […]
£17 million spent on Locum staff
Over £17 million was spent on agency and locum doctors across hospitals and community services in 2017/18 as dependency on locums increases. The Western Trust spent £17.3m to fill vacancies in the health service due to the Trust’s ‘challenges recruiting medical staff due to its geographical location.’ Locums are doctors and medical staff who provide […]
Going strong. Huge surge in profits for Tracey Concrete
ONE OF the county’s biggest employers, Enniskillen company Tracey Concrete, has had a very successful financial year after posting a 63% surge in pre-tax profits. According to the latest financial report released by the firm, turnover increased by almost £7m (54%) over the year to £19.5m, with profit before tax rising from £1.9m to £3.2m […]