Fermanagh woman battling to claim pothole damages


A LOCAL woman has been left furious following difficulty in making a claim after her car hit a pothole causing damage. Ciara from Belleek was traveling on the Lough Shore Road on Saturday evening when just before the Magho view point coming from Enniskillen, she hit a pothole and as a result, got a puncture. Ciara […]


Funding boost for Fermanagh drama group


SHARE Discovery Village is inspiring a new Unity in Motion dance and drama project that aims to directly tackle social isolation in rural Fermanagh by bringing people together to move, create, and connect. Power NI is supporting this positive initiative through its long-running Brighter Communities programme. The project will run weekly dance and drama workshops, […]


Work begins on new look Carrybridge Hotel


WORK has officially begun at the much-anticipated new Carrybridge Hotel, marking a significant step forward in the project. Last week, crews completed the foundations, and the construction is now rapidly progressing to the installation of the steel frame and drainage systems. The project, which involved the demolition of the previous Carrybridge Hotel and Marina in […]


Fermanagh teacher speaks out about upskirting


A LOCAL teacher has described herself as an “accidental activist” as she is part responsible for making sure that upskirting is illegal in the North. Sally Rees was left horrified when one of her students upskirted her in class and was then forced to continue teaching them. Speaking at her unions Equalities Conference, Sally recalled the […]


Translink giving away children’s books in Enniskillen


To mark World Book Day Translink is giving away 300 children’s books at selected bus and train stations. One of the bus stations selected to be giving away these books is Enniskillen Bus Station. “You can pick up your copy at Belfast Grand Central, Foyle Street Bus Centre, Bangor Bus and Rail Station, Newry Bus […]


Benny shuts up shop after nearly half a century


LOCAL man Benny McClave is shutting up shop after nearly half a century of service. In the heart of Brookeborough, a beloved local shop is entering a new chapter as its owner prepares to retire after 45 remarkable years. The man behind this cherished establishment, known for his warm smile and unwavering dedication, is passing […]


Derrygonnelly road closure sparks commuter frustration


RESIDENTS along the Derrygonnelly Road are expressing their frustration over the closure of the route, which they feel is unnecessary and disruptive. With detours causing delays and inconvenience in their daily routines, many locals are questioning the extent of the roadwork and the communication surrounding the closure. From Monday to Friday (March 14), from 8am […]


Fermanagh businessman concern for future of town centre


CONCERNS have been raised for the future of Enniskillen town centre, with fears the planned new retail park could attract ‘anchor stores’ from the high street. Speaking after plans for the new Lakelands Retail park were changed, local business man Michael Cadden, pictured below, told the Herald’ this week that “the retail park from its […]


UFO sighting in Fermanagh


AN ENNISKILLEN man has reported mysterious white and green lights which he saw dart over Enniskillen last week. In recent years, the phenomenon of unidentified flying objects (UFOs) has captured the imagination of people worldwide, sparking intense debate and curiosity. One particularly intriguing sighting occurred in Enniskillen recently, where a witness reported an unusual aerial […]