QUEEN’S University Belfast (QUB), recently announced a return to online learning for the month of January 2022, with concerns that the majority of lectures, tutorials and seminars online will be extended into the new year. While many students across Fermanagh remain confused and certainly overwhelmed as to how this could yet again impact their studies and […]
Lough Erne Resort announces temporary closure
THE Lough Erne Resort here in Fermanagh has announced that it will temporarily close as part of a “voluntary” circuit breaker due to the increase of Covid cases across the area. In a bid to keep staff and customers safe, the popular resort will close until January 5 (next Wednesday). The Lough Erne will be […]
Executive announces £40 million support for hospitality sector
THE Executive has recently agreed on a £40 million support package for businesses in the hospitality sector. Over 3,200 businesses will be eligible for a one-off grant under the Omicron Hospitality Payment. The amounts will be as follows: £10,000 for businesses with a rateable value up to £15,000 £15,000 for businesses with a rateable value […]
Swann announces roll-out of new COVID treatments for high risk patients
HEALTH Minister Robin Swann has announced the roll-out of new and effective treatments for COVID-19 patients who are most at risk of serious illness. The treatments, previously only available to hospitalised patients, are now authorised for use in non-hospitalised patients to reduce the risk of severe illness and death. The use of these novel drug […]
Tree planting ceremony in memory of Louis Leonard
“Our hopes for the future would be that the British Government actually implements the agreements around legacy plans they’ve already signed up to.”
Festive wishes from across the world!
The Herald in true Christmas spirit wanted to give those who are missing home the opportunity to surprise their nearest and dearest in Fermanagh.
St Kevin’s help those who need it most this Christmas
“The generosity of our school community has been phenomenal this year yet again.”
Joint approach to help tackle homelessness in Fermanagh
“We need to secure intervention and support from the statutory agencies which have a duty of care for those whom we identify as being in need.”
St Kevin’s awarded £11,000 to launch rural community pollinator garden scheme
ST KEVIN’S College, Lisnaskea has been awarded £11,000 as part of a brand-new Rural Community Pollinator Grants Scheme. The initiative, financed by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) and managed by the civic-pride campaign ‘Live Here Love Here’ is designed to allow community groups and schools across rural areas in the North to benefit […]
Demand for urgent action as Trust records highest number of kids waiting to seek mental health help
THE Western Trust has the highest number of children (361 patients) waiting more than 13 weeks to access mental health services according to new figures. Almost 2,000 children have been left to sit on waiting lists across the North making it the worst area in the whole of the UK for mental health referrals and […]