DERRYLIN WOMAN Lorraine Cox who suffers with Motor Neurone Disease has made a stand to challenge the legal definition of a terminal illness after she she says she was ‘refused access’ to a fast-tracked disability allowance due to the uncertainty over how long she has to live. Lorraine was required to still look for work […]
New Enniskillen dog park comes under fire
THERE has been “growing concern” with regards to the safety levels at Enniskillen’s recently opened ‘Dog Park’ located on Henry Street. Local dog expert Sharon West told the Herald that the “size and safety” of Enniskillen’s park compared to other places is what concerns her most. “The park set up for Omagh is huge compared […]
Costa confusion as travellers hit by new restrictions
THE TRAVEL industry is in turmoil after signs of a potential second wave of Covid-19 has surfaced across parts of Europe. On Saturday, a ‘last-minute’ decision had been revealed that those travelling from Spain and its islands into the United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland, would now be required to quarantine for 14 days. Speaking about […]
Virtual runners find a way around lockdown!
RUNNING clubs from across the county have came together in support of the ‘M5M’ event, which is organised each year by the Maguiresbridge Running Club (MRC). The “challenging race” which previously attracted over 300 runners from Fermanagh and afar was nominated back in February as one of the best five mile running events in the […]
Public still holding on to hope of holiday in the sun
FURTHER relaxation rules to lockdown could mean that summer getaways for familes are back on the cards. While ‘air bridges’ could allow for holidays to take place, no confrimed guidance on this has been issued by governments. Despite this, Richard Cooper from ‘Carefree Travel’ in Enniskillen has confidence that “people will want to travel again” […]
‘Puppies are for life, not just a pandemic’
Dog expert worried that for many new owners novelty will wear off
Recycling centres set to reopen across county
The reopening of the remaining centres is currently being reviewed.
Big lockdown jobs boost for Lisnaskea cleaning company
With the lockdown beginning to be lifted, business at ‘AAA Pristine Cleaning’ Lisnaskea has “not stopped.”
Pandemic baby boom gives us something to smile about!
FEELING anxious about bringing a new life into the world is normal for any parent at the best of times, but having to do so in the midst of a global pandemic has caused fears to sky-rocket among local parents who would do anything to protect their little one from harm. However, with every cloud […]
Award for long scouting service
POPULAR Irvinestown man David Monaghan, has been awarded for his “profound” and long standing service to local Scouts right across Fermanagh. ‘The Order of Cu Chulainn’ award is the highest and most recognised accolade given by ‘Scouting Ireland.’ Speaking to the Herald on his latest achievement, David explained; “I’ve been involved in the Scouting movement […]