Pushing ahead.. Carl and Hayden’s fundraising challenge for Autism


ENNISKILLEN man Carl Morrison is taking on a fundraising challenge this month in a bid to raise money for Autism NI. Carl’s ‘fit 50 in February’ will see him and son Hayden (4) clock up 50km in aid of the worthy cause. Readers may fondly remember the heart-warming story from May last year when Hayden […]


Can’t wait… Foodie lovers in for a town centre treat


FERMANAGH foodie lovers are in for a treat as a new foodhall and deli is set to open in Enniskillen town centre. Between the Bridges will bring new jobs to the town and will be run by well known local entrepreneurs Declan O’Donoghue, owner of Erne Larder and Paul Curry of the Northern Smokehouse. It will […]


Ancidents against A&E staff are ‘despicable’


THE NUMBER of times Police have been called to the South West Acute Hospital Emergency Department within the last three years has been revealed. A Freedom of Information request by this newspaper sought details on the number of times Police were called to incidents of violence at the local Emergency Department. A response to this query […]


Tributes paid to Lisbellaw United Stalwart


TRIBUTES have been paid following the death of Lisbellaw United stalwart Kenneth Forde (62). Mr Forde, late of Lower Cavanacarragh, Lisbellaw, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday last, February 10. Affectionately known as Kenny, he was the first son of James and Elizabeth. He worked for the former Northern Bank for 40 years […]


Tributes paid to Lisbellaw United stalwart


TRIBUTES have been paid following the death of Lisbellaw United stalwart Kenneth Forde (62).  Mr Forde, late of Lower Cavanacarragh, Lisbellaw, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday last, February 10. Affectionately known as Kenny, he was the first son of James and Elizabeth. He worked for the former Northern Bank for 40 years […]


Butcher Robert is a cut above the rest


BALLINAMALLARD butcher Robert Graham has been crowned UK young butcher of the year.  The 22-year-old fended off strong competition to claim the prestigious title. He was announced as top of his category at a virtual awards ceremony held on Monday, February 15. Speaking after winning the award Robert said, “I was shocked to be honest […]


New Model Primary nears completion


THE WRAPS are soon to come off the Model Primary School new build. Work has been progressing at pace with just weeks to go before staff and pupils are set to move into their new classrooms.  The new two storey building will accommodate 450 primary pupils and is located within the grounds of the current […]


Second vaccine for Catherine (103)


TILERY Nursing Home resident, Catherine Byers (103) has received her second Covid-19 vaccination. Ms Byers was given the jab by public health nurse, Aisling Burns, one of the Trust care home vaccinators.  The Western Trust has delivered more than 30,000 vaccines and are currently completing the second doses of the vaccine in all care homes, […]


Pupils showcase designs in tribute to healthcare worker


BUDDING artists have showcased their colourful designs expressing gratitude to local healthcare staff for their hard work throughout the pandemic.  Tiernan and Riley, pupils at Holy Trinity Primary School took part in an arty school project to create ‘hope cards’ for front line workers.  The boys came up with striking designs which will form part […]