A DERRYLIN native who once told her teachers she would ‘be seen in the paper as a qualified nurse’ has seen that childhood promise come full circle. Roisín O’Brien, now living in Birmingham, has been Highly Commended at the Stars of Learning Disabilities Awards 2025, held on December 5 at the Mercure Piccadilly Hotel in […]
Mental health takes centre stage at Belcoo event
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THE power of positivity was the message of the day in Belcoo last week, as the community gathered for an event dedicated to resilience, mental health, and motivation. The packed session at the Mullaghdun Community Centre came in the wake of recent tragedies over the past few years. Its emphasis was on reaching out to the […]
PSNI launches festive road safety campaign
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POLICE in Fermanagh and Omagh have announced enhanced road-safety measures for the Christmas season as part of Operation Season’s Greetings. The initiative, which focuses on ‘safer shopping, safer roads and safer socialising,’ will see officers use social media to reinforce safety messages for local communities. Chief Inspector Scott Fallis said, “We will be using our […]
Kids and pets flock to festive Santa Paws fundraiser
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Families, dog lovers and festive shoppers gathered at the weekend for a heart-warming Santa Paws Craft Fayre, complete with Santa visits for both children and their four-legged friends. The event brought a lively mix of Christmas cheer and community spirit, all in support of two local animal charities, The Hullabaloo Sanctuary and Husky Salvation. Owner of […]
Local talent takes the spotlight on Late Late Toy Show
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Fermanagh was proudly represented on The Late Late Toy Show last Friday night as three local children took to the national spotlight. Nina He from Newtownbutler delivered a standout musical performance, while siblings Daithí and Saerlaíth McCaffrey appeared separately as part of the beloved county parade. Nina, who performed as part of a K-pop–inspired Demon […]
Fermanagh man ordained as new deacon
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A FERMANAGH man has become the youngest serving member of the Church of Ireland clergy. Rev Scott E Elliott (29) was ordained a deacon during the summer and has now graduated with his Masters in Theology from Trinity College. The Lisbellaw man is the first former student in Erne Integrated College’s history to be ordained. His path to ministry has been shaped […]
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 […]
“Air ambulance team saved my boys’ lives”
THE MOTHER of two boys who were critically injured in a road traffic collision has praised the air ambulance, NIAS and hospital staff for ‘saving her sons’ lives’. Wendy Black, from Clabby, received a phone call from the PSNI at 11.25am on Easter Sunday morning in 2024 that no parent ever wants to get. Her three sons […]
A family’s mission to bring hope from devastating loss
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THE FATHER and young son of the late Christopher (Chris) Oldcroft, who passed away suddenly last year at just 35, are channelling their grief into a powerful mission of hope. Charlie Oldcroft, Chris’s father, and ten-year-old Jaxon, his only son, are leading a series of community fundraisers in support of SUDEP Action NI. They are […]
Stand against domestic violence this Christmas
BE the change this Christmas by taking part in a new campaign designed to raise awareness and inspire action to end violence against women and girls. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is inviting residents, businesses, and community groups to take part in Lights for Change – A Christmas Tree for a Safer Future. As part […]