ONE of Fermanagh’s largest border businesses, Mannok, has said, “Regardless of the outcome of the Brexit negotiations we are ready.” As the clock ticks down to the end of the transition period and Brexit finally happens businesses here are preparing to move into a new era. The business formerly known as Quinn Industrial Holdings (QIH) […]
Western Trust issues appeal for staff
THE Western Trust has issued an “urgent appeal” for staff as the New Year approaches. Dr Bob Brown, director of primary care and older people’s services made an appeal asking for staff to temporarily come and support their colleagues through this period as he anticipates January “may well be the most difficult month of all”. […]
Silent towns as lockdown strikes us again
The streets of Enniskillen were eerily quiet this week with next to no traffic and empty car parks. Throughout the town were deserted streets with just a few retailers’ doors open. It is a sure sign that the latest lockdown restrictions have begun. In normal circumstances the town would have been busy with shoppers milling […]
Singers putting a festive smile on care home residents
A VIRTUAL Christmas concert is set to put a smile on the faces of people in Fermanagh and beyond. Making an appearance and sharing their talents are several Fermanagh folk as well as much loved country star Daniel O’Donnell. Local woman, Sinead Welsh organised the free virtual concert, ‘Sing Out To Help Out’ with help […]
Couple’s sheep sale will boost Children’s Hospice
Graham and Joanne McFarland in Trillick are raising money for a very worthwhile charity.
Special present for birthday girl Margaret
103-year-old is reunited with her husband for first time in months
Musical pupils make TV debut singing Christmas carols
The Primary 7 choir from St Paul’s Primary School was chosen to take part in BBC Newsline’s socially distanced Christmas carols.
Healthy living keeps Elizabeth fighting fit at 100
KINAWLEY native Elizabeth Gallagher has celebrated a milestone birthday. The local woman recently turned 100 and she’s shared some of her top tips for a long life with the Herald. Mrs Gallagher was born in Kinawley parish in 1920. She grew up in Fermanagh but moved to England for work in her 20’s and stayed […]
Family’s disappointment at being apart at Christmas
Many families in Fermanagh and beyond are heading toward Christmas with the potential of not seeing family and friends due to current restrictions.
Local musicians to hold virtual charity fundraiser
FERMANAGH musicians have come together in a fundraising bid for charity. Tonight, Tuesday 22 December a Jools Holland ‘Hootenanny’ style event will be held virtually via the Stephen Brennan Music Facebook page, with the aim of raising £500 for Cancer Connect NI. A wide array of musicians will take part in the event with […]