A LOCAL estate agent has said the ongoing water infrastructure issues are the root cause of a growing housing crisis across Fermanagh. With demand outpacing supply, housing prices continue to rise and the key obstacle isn’t a lack of land, but sewerage capacity. An estate agent with McGovern Estate Agents, Seamus McGovern, pictured below, said, “There […]
Ryan sets the stage for Fermanagh actors
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ESTABLISHED Fermanagh director and actor Ryan Moohan is preparing to launch a new theatre company and drama classes. Although still in its early stages, the Enniskillen man hopes his groups will be able to provide much needed opportunities for local youth. “This step forward for me is an culmination of everything I’ve learned and loved […]
Australian enjoys ‘surreal’ trip to Fermanagh
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AN Australian man has made his first-ever trip to Fermanagh, retracing the steps of his ancestors in search of the Ireland they left behind. Geoff Winter, aged 76, travelled alone from Carrona in Australia, in the hope of reconnecting with long-lost relatives. He described setting foot in Enniskillen as ‘surreal’. Now living in Carrona in […]
Walkers raise health fears as dog fouling continues
DOG fouling is continuing to cause a stink across the county, with residents becoming increasingly fearful of the health dangers it poses. Areas such as the Loughshore Path at Bellanaleck, Killyfole Lake, the Broadmeadow, and athe Derrychara Playing Fields in Enniskillen have been identified by the local council as dog fouling ‘hot spots.’ Despite the […]
Fermanagh man for Seamus Heaney Poetry Summer School
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A LOCAL poet has been selected from writers across the world to earn a coveted place at the prestigious Seamus Heaney Poetry Summer School. Tempo writer Frankie McPhillips will join 12 other renowned writers at the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast this week to take part in the renowned programme, where they will take part in workshops, seminars, […]
The Rotary Club of Enniskillen celebrates 70 years
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THE ROTARY Club of Enniskillen is getting to celebrate 70 years of service, community support and international impact while honouring decades of dedication, generosity and meaningful local contributions. From its founding in 1955 by local baker Cecil Whaley to becoming one of the largest clubs in Ireland, The Rotary Club of Enniskillen has stayed true to […]
Move over Newsnight – The Derrylin Diaries are on air
WHILE most 11-year-olds are busy mastering TikTok dances, the P7 class at St Ninnidh’s Primary School, Derrylin are mastering journalism – think Newsnight, but with cuter accents and better snack breaks. The local primary school has launched The Derrylin Diaries podcast hosted by pupils, combining literacy, laughter and local legends in a project to remember. Guided […]
Fermanagh school signs contract for major expansion
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ST Kevin’s College in Lisnaskea is now one step closer to its planned state-of-the-art, multi-million-pound new school building. On Friday, staff, members of the school’s Board of Governors, and representatives from the construction and architectural firms gathered in the school’s main hall to sign the contract for the project. The development will include 11 new […]
Fivemiletown club kicks off new ‘mental wealth’ plan
FIVEMILETOWN United FC has unveiled a new three year mental health strategy aimed at breaking down stigma and creating space for open, honest conversations among players and the wider community. Prompted by heartbreaking tragedies across the area in recent years, the initiative will focus on promoting positive mental health throughout the club and beyond, offering education, […]
Have your say on puppy and kitten sale reforms
A PUBLIC consultation has been launched in Northern Ireland on new proposals to regulate the selling and supplying of puppies and kittens. Led by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir, the proposals aim to improve animal welfare through measures like a version of Lucy’s Law, banning third-party sales. This would require all sellers to have bred the […]