Local dog walkers are being urged to be ‘socially responsible for cleaning up after their pets’ following repeated instances of dog fouling in a local village. Tempo Maguires GAA club in Fermanagh has taken to social media to vent their frustration after dog mess has been found in several areas in the grounds. The club […]
Mooney’s men march on to Croker
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Lisnaskea man Owen Mooney has helped guide St Brigid’s to the All-Ireland Senior Club Championship Final, where they’ll bid to win the provincial title for the second time in their history. The Roscommon side now look forward to a Croke Park decider against Dingle from Kerry in a fortnight’s time, following their semi-final victory over […]
Could McKenna be in the running for Man United return?
FERMANAGH man Kieran McKenna could be considered for a return to Old Trafford, following the departure of Ruben Amorim from the Manchester United hotseat this morning (Monday). Speculation is now mounting as to who will be the next Man United boss, after the club confirmed that Amorim was relieved of his duties. McKenna, who is […]
Dr Treacy to reveal ‘true purpose of medicine’ in book
FERMANAGH clinician Dr Patrick Treacy said that his new book will shine a light on how various places around the world have showcased the “resilience and the strength of community”. The Garrison man, who is established as one of the world’s top aesthetics clinician, is preparing to release his new book ‘Destinations’. Published by Olympia […]
Fermanagh mourns death of Cassidy Clan Chieftain
THERE has been sadness on both sides of the Atlantic following the death of Cassidy Clan ‘chieftan’, Stephen Cassidy. Mr Cassidy, who was an attorney and former Mayor of San Leandro in California, passed away earlier this month aged 61 years old. In July, Mr Cassidy was appointed as the new Chieftain of the Cassidy Clan during […]
Fermanagh woman helping families deal with cancer
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A Fermanagh woman who lost both her parents to cancer is now supporting other families facing a diagnosis of their own. Lisa Fee has been working in the role of family support worker with Cancer Focus for the past three years. She felt the need to work with the charity after her parents passed away […]
Super Skins retain Ulster Junior Cup
ULSTER JUNIOR CUP ENNISKILLEN Rugby Club enjoyed a Christmas to remember as they made history by winning the Ulster Junior Cup for the second time in a row following victory over Ballynahinch 2XV in Belfast. There was joyous scenes at the Affidea Stadium in Belfast on Saturday (December 27) when Skins won back-to-back titles following […]
Meeting to discuss rural banking issues
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RESIDENTS have called for “every possible avenue” to be explored to make banking services more accessible for people in Fermanagh, as many have been left isolated and concerned. Last year, in Lisnaskea, residents were left outraged when Ulster Bank, the last remaining bank in the town, closed down as part of the company’s rapid closure of […]
Sadness after death of ‘true Enniskillener’ Éamon
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TRIBUTES have been paid following the passing of Éamon Goodwin who was remembered as “a true Enniskillener” with a passion and love of Irish. Formerly of Floraville in Enniskillen, Mr Goodwin passed away peacefully on December 9. A wave of tributes have been paid from mourners across the community following the passing of Mr Goodwin. […]
Enniskillen Foodbank distributes hundreds of hampers
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THE Enniskillen Foodbank has said the support from the local community has been ‘outstanding’ after they delivered 386 food hampers to families in need in the town. For the first time ever, the Foodbank will close for the festive period, reopening for normal service on January 7. In order to make sure that the community […]