EXPRESSIONS of interest are sought for the long term development of the Lough Melvin Holiday Centre, Garrison. The centre has been at the heart of the community for decades. It first opened its doors in the Fermanagh village in 1987. The future direction of the centre has now been brought to the fore as the […]
‘Losing seven stone has turned my life around’
A LOCAL woman who has shed over seven stone has spoken about how her weight loss journey saved her life. Beverley Elliott, from Enniskillen was 20 stone when she retired from work at the age of 35 due to ill-health. Beverley has a lung condition and while she knew losing weight would not cure her, […]
Shock at ‘dumping’ of dogs by roadside in Enniskillen
One found dead and two others seemingly abandoned
Rates of pay for SWAH locum doctors are revealed
Highest rate earned by consultant at local hospital £150 per hour
New Fermanagh High Sheriff announced
The new High Sheriff for county Fermanagh has been announced. Cancer charity founder Breda McGrenaghan from Tempo will take on the prestigious role this year. Cancer Connect NI founders Phil and Breda McGrenaghan were recognised in the Queen’s birthday honours list last summer and were awarded a British Empire Medal for services to Cancer patients […]
GAA clubs are gearing up for the big switch-on!
GAA clubs across the county are taking part in an ‘Ireland Lights Up’ initiative. The aim is to bring communities together to enjoy walking in safety under the bright lights of local GAA clubs. The Lights Up initiative encourages locals to get out and exercise during the darker nights. Participating clubs will switch their floodlights […]
Fall in number of deaths here attributed to alcohol
The total 15,922 deaths registered 284 were directly alcohol related. The 2017 total of 303 deaths remains the highest on record.
Warm welcome for new social centre for Ederney
THE next step in the redevelopment of Murphys Cafe on Ederney Main Street is under way. In late November contractors were invited to make tender submissions for the work which is set to transform the property. A list of features are set to include a communal space, coffee dock, consultation and therapy rooms, health studio, […]
Oil burners stolen in latest incidents over weekend
AS the year drew to a close reports of crime continued to be at the fore. Most recently, a wave of crime swept over the Irvinestown area. Police are now investigating a number of incidents, including burglary, in the area which occurred over the last few days. On Christmas Eve Police issued a witness appeal […]
Arrest made in connection with failed”attempted murder”
Police have arrested a 37 year-old man in the Fermanagh area in connection with the attempted murder of an off-duty Police officer at his home in Kesh at approximately 2am yesterday morning. Speaking to press this morning, Detective Chief Inspector Julie Mullan explained the off-duty officer was confronted by a masked man brandishing a shot […]