EVERY day this December, rain or shine, Enniskillen resident Donna McManus is lacing up her shoes and stepping out with purpose to support AWARE NI. Through her daily walks, Donna is not only promoting fitness but also raising vital awareness and funds for a cause close to her heart. “I’m doing this fundraiser because I […]
Big Sleep Out highlights current homeless crisis
ON a cold December night, First Housing Enniskillen hosted a sleep-out in the Diamond to raise awareness of homelessness in Fermanagh. Armed with sleeping bags, nine team members braved the winter chill as part of The Big Sleep Out, an initiative to shed light on the struggles faced by those without stable housing. Recent figures […]
Five hospitalised following Fermanagh road collision
FIVE people, including a young girl, were taken to hospital following a three-car crash on the Belturbet Road in Derrylin on Sunday afternoon. The incident, which occurred around 4.50pm, involved a grey Toyota RAV4, a red Citroen Berlingo, and a grey Toyota Corolla. Inspector Laird confirmed that a woman in her 50s, a man and […]
Enniskillen food truck raises funds for local Foodbank
The Crisp Shack in Enniskillen will be holding a charity event tonight (Monday 16) to raise vital funds for Enniskillen Foodbank. The food truck will be selling burgers and hotdogs for £2 with all proceeds going towards the local charity. In a heartfelt video shared on social media, the crisp flavoured food van acknowledged the […]
Royal principal reflects on achievements of students
THE principal of Enniskillen Royal Grammar School has reflected on a successful year of achievements and the jigsaw that makes up the school. Elizabeth Armstrong told students and guests at the school’s annual prizegiving, “The class of 2024 kept the flag flying high despite the much-heralded indication that the grades would fall significantly as we […]
Fermanagh MLA welcomes £100 winter fuel payment
A FERMANAGH politician has welcomed the Department for Communities’ confirmation of a £100 winter fuel payment, aimed at helping pensioners stay warm this winter. Fermanagh and South Tyrone DUP MLA Deborah Erskine highlighted the significance of the payment, which will benefit 10,050 homes in the constituency. The payment was introduced by DUP Communities Minister Gordon […]
Fermanagh road closed following three-vehicle collision
A Fermanagh road has been closed following a three-vehicle collision. Police are at the scene on The Belturbet Road, Derrylin. Diversions are in place and the public is being asked to avoid the area. A spokesperson for the PSNI said: “Police are currently at the scene of a three-vehicle road traffic collision on Belturbet Road, […]
Fermanagh man’s shoe display highlights tragic loss
ON Sunday, approximately 5,000 pairs of shoes were laid out in front of Stormont buildings in Belfast, each pair symbolising a young life lost in the Gaza conflict since October 2023. The event, organised by Enniskillen dance artist Dylan Quinn, was a moving tribute to the innocent victims of the ongoing violence. Reflecting on the […]
Enniskillen sleep out highlights hidden homelessness
IN a poignant display of solidarity, First Housing Enniskillen is set to host a sleep-out in the Diamond this Friday night to raise awareness about homelessness in Fermanagh. Eight staff members and four service users will brave the winter cold as part of The Big Sleep Out, an initiative to spotlight the struggles faced by […]
Fermanagh vigil honours women lost to domestic abuse
A LARGE crowd gathered in the Diamond in Enniskillen yesterday (Tuesday) to honour the memory of women and girls who have lost their lives to domestic abuse. A candle-lit vigil was held as part of the 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence, an international campaign aimed at raising awareness and fostering action to end […]