Cave rescue volunteers worked late into the night on Saturday to free a man who got stuck in a cave in Fermanagh. The man had reportedly became too tired to progress while he was on the return leg of a planned caving trip in a system on the Marlbank on the north side of Cuilcagh […]
Angling for Fermanagh Fishing Classic reinstated
FUNDING for the Fermanagh Classic and the Pike Classic Fishing Festivals has had its funding reinstated by DAERA. This comes after DAERA previously withdrew funding for staff overtime, putting the angling events at major risk, prompting anger from anglers who make the trip to the county and local businesses who benefit. Local politicians were calling […]
Fermanagh Irish dancers prepare to take on the world
A GROUP of young dancers at a local Irish dance school are preparing to take the stage at the prestigious World Championships. With months of rigorous training and unwavering commitment, these dancers are not just aiming for medals; they are striving to honour their roots and share the joy of their art with the world. […]
‘It’s about workload, not pay’ teacher reject pay offer
FERMANAGH teachers have said they are campaigning for a reduction in their workload, and pay is not currently their priority. On Thursday, the majority of teachers’ unions rejected a 5.5 percent pay rise and took action short of strike from Monday. Local teacher and member of both the NASUWT executive committee and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions […]
Fermanagh’s remarkable 100 year old Valentine
What are the odds of being born on Valentines day and your surname being Valentine? Why don’t you ask Fermanagh man Val Valentine who is getting set to celebrate his 100th Birthday on Friday. The remarkable Irvinestown man also married his sweetheart Alice on the most romantic day of the year. Val and Alice had […]
Lisbellaw man claim’s Gold at WorldSkills UK Finals
A LISBELLAW man has claimed Gold at the WorldSkills UK Finals. David Bateman-Smith, a Level 3 Plumbing Student at the Technology and Skills Centre in Enniskillen was awarded the Gold Medal in the plumbing category in Manchester. David, pictured right, is employed as an apprentice with Ashley McFarland Plumbing. Almost 500 students and apprentices participated […]
Country music awards on the way
NORTHERN Ireland Country Music Awards (NICMA’S) voted by the public returns on Monday 17 February 2025. The NICMA’S now in their 5th year are seen as the biggest and most anticipated night in the Country music calendar in the North and one of largest gathering of talent on the island. The illustrious night which sees […]
Armstrong calls for improved dog breeding welfare
DIANA Armstrong MLA met with representatives from Dogs Trust at an event hosted by the charity in Stormont recently, with the aim of improving welfare for dogs and their owners. The charity held the event in Parliament Buildings to raise awareness of the need for responsible dog breeding and rehoming, and how current legislation could […]
Lough Erne’s McCauley is Golf Manager of the Year
This latest achievement for Barry follows his promotion to the position of Director of Golf at Lough Erne Resort.
Fermanagh man Stephen (25) had ‘a hunger for life’
AN outpouring of grief has been expressed throughout Fermanagh following the death of much-loved Stephen McCarthy, who passed away following a battle with illness. The 25-year-old died peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital on Tuesday (January 28). Stephen has been described as “a bright, articulate young man with a hunger for life” by his auntie Fiona McCarthy. […]