THERE are fears the ongoing traffic gridlock in Enniskillen is harming local businesses, with motorists facing serious delays getting into the town centre due to ongoing gas works. Lengthy queues, in some cases lasting over an hour, have become a daily frustration for drivers over the past two weeks, due to temporary one-way closures and lane restrictions […]
Jane wants to inspire young women to dream bigger
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A LOCAL influencer is on a mission to prove you really can have it all by showcasing her passion for law, lashes and lifestyle vlogs. Jane McDermott from Newtownbutler is a 28-year-old solicitor, professional makeup artist and rising content creator. Proving that ambition, creativity and hard work can go hand in hand. “I love that my […]
Fermanagh’s stark record on violence against women
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As the communities of Maguires-bridge and Ennis mourn the devastating loss of Vanessa Whyte and her children, attention is turning to a disturbing reality: Fermanagh has one of the highest rates of domestic homicide in Northern Ireland – despite having the smallest population. Vanessa Whyte (45), her 13-year-old daughter Sara and 14-year-old son James were […]
Playparks transformed across Fermanagh
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CHILDREN and families across Fermanagh have been enjoying newly-upgraded playparks, following significant investment. A number of playparks have been enchanced by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council in recent months, thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund’s Communities and Place programme. “These projects reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in our communities and enhancing the quality […]
Fermanagh and Tyrone puppy trade worth £13 million
SHOCKING statistics have revealed that half of the £26 million made in legal puppy farming each year in the North comes from just nine breeders in the Fermanagh and Tyrone area. According to data collected by Naturewatch, there are 50 officially licensed dog breeders operating in the North Northern Ireland is home to the largest […]
Mother urges action as CAMHS waiting times soar
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A LOCAL mother has branded her daughter’s long wait for a mental health assessment as “cruel.” The mother, who wishes to remain anonymous to protect her daughter’s privacy, has now called on the Western Trust to take immediate action to meet the recommended nine-week timeframe for its Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). The local woman […]
Fermanagh businesses ‘heartbroken’ after flood damage
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WHILE most local businesses managed to escape serious damage in Sunday’s flash flooding, others were sadly not so lucky. Enniskillen was one of the areas to face the worst of the deluge. In the area around Belmore Street, for example, which was submerged in several feet of water for a time, some premises suffered minor water damage. Elsewhere, […]
Dooneen Community Centre granted new life
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THE NATIONAL Lottery Community Fund has brought hope and renewal to Dooneen Community Centre with a £45,000 grant, saving it from the brink of closure. Situated near Tempo at the base of Dooneen Forest, the centre, once a school, has been a vital part of the community for many years but had recently experienced a […]
Fivemiletown gym owner shows there’s life after school
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A LOCAL entrepreneur is rewriting the script on post-school pressure, proving there’s no one way to succeed. Fivemiletown’s Jason Hogg is 27-years-old and owns Mana Performance, a multi-functional gym, but his journey was far from simple. After completing his A-levels at Fivemiletown High School, Jason enrolled in a civil engineering foundation degree at South West College. […]
Sewerage crisis threatens jobs and growth in Fermanagh
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THE SHOCKING state of our crumbling sewerage system has been laid bare, with NI Water revealing 1,600 local properties will not be able to connect to the network. This is leading to refusals for planning permission across the Fermanagh and Omagh area, prompting concerns about potential job losses and stalled development. As previously reported by […]