VERY FEW Fermanagh folk look forward to winter. For many who suffer from SAD (seasonal affective disorder) shorter evenings and darker mornings can be almost unbearable. “For me it’s just the worst time of year,” explained Enniskillen wellbeing coach, Linda Johnston. “I myself suffer from SAD and have done since my teenage years. It’s only […]
BREAKING: Firefighters called to Erne Egg Plant
Firefighters from a number of stations in Fermanagh are fighting a serious blaze at the headquarters of Erne Eggs on the outskirts of Lisnaskea this morning. They arrived to a scene of billowing black smoke from one of the units on the Moorlough Road.
Ederney savour day to remember after 52 years
CHEERS erupted from Brewster Park on Sunday night, as Ederney ended their 52 year wait to capture the Fermanagh Senior Football
Championship.
Halloween festival set to be latest cancellation
TRICK OR TREAT could be cancelled in Fermanagh this year, as health officials warn that breaching Covid restrictions would not be a sensible move as positive cases continue to rise in the area. The annual Halloween festival in Enniskillen is widely known for its extravagant firework display, attracting crowds from near and afar as they […]
First pint since Paddy’s Day!
LOCALS across Fermanagh finally got a taste of the new normal, as drink-only pubs reopened its doors for the first time since St Patrick’s day. “We have been delighted all week”, explained Mark Edwards from Blakes of the Hollow. “It’s been a long and challenging time for the bar. “It was lovely to see our […]
Asda considers ‘Covid marshals’
Extra hand sanitiser stations will be provided in the busiest parts of the stores and protective coatings will be applied to all basket and trolleys.
Fears grow for future of Dublin bus connection
Shock at swinging Bus Eireann cuts as Covid hits hard
School rallies around family who ‘lost everything’
Last week Enniskillen Integrated Primary school took to social media in an appeal for donations that would aid the local family.
TV gift will keep residents watching their favourites
IT HAS been smiles all round for over-the-moon residents of Drumhaw Fold, Lisnaskea, after local store Delta House and Home donated a smart TV for residents to enjoy after what has been described as a “difficult time for everyone” with regards to the Covid-19 pandemic. Residents of Drumhaw Fold can now sit back and enjoy […]
Schools respond quickly to pupils testing positive
TWO MORE SCHOOLS in the Fermanagh area have confirmed positive cases of Covid-19. St Kevin’s College, Lisnaskea, and Enniskillen Royal Grammar School alerted parents and guardians by issuing a statement which provided assurances that precautions were being taken. During the weekend, St Kevin’s principal Gary Kelly took to social media to inform parents that a […]