‘THIS can not continue’, fumed Fermanagh boss Joe Baldwin, after his side were the victim of what he described as an ‘absolutely ridiculous’ refereeing decision on Sunday. With just 25 minutes played, Fermanagh were reduced to 14 men when referee James Judge showed wing half forward Brian Teehan a straight red card. When confronted by the […]
New multi-million pound Killyhevlin Hotel development
THE Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen has announced plans for a major development of 12 new self-catering Lakeview Studios which are set to cost an estimated £1.6 million. The development, which is expected to consist of 71 new guestrooms and 20 two bedroom self-catering lodges, will be completed in July. The business hopes that the Lakeview […]
Mallards bid to win their third Harry Cavan Cup
‘THIS is what every young child dreams of,’ said Ballinamallard under-18 manager Ryan Beacom as he prepares his team for Friday night’s Harry Cavan Youth Cup Final at Windsor Park. “Everyone, no matter what age they are, has that passion and hunger and desire, and football is one that many share,” said the Mallards manager. […]
Donnelly focused on cutting out needless mistakes
‘BEING confident and composed’ on the ball is one of Erne boss Kieran Donnelly’s key messages to his players this week as they prepare for a crunch Ulster Championship opener against Derry on Saturday. Having reviewed the video of the Allianz Division 3 league final defeat to Cavan, the Fermanagh manager says that the ‘most […]
Glynn grabs first goal for Larne
MICHEÁL Glynn scored his first goal for Larne in the NIFL Premiership play-off game on Friday in their 2-0 victory over Glentoran. Since signing for Larne in January, the Derrygonnelly made has been a regular starter for Tiernan Lynch’s team, who sit top of the NIFL Premiership table. On his 13th appearance for the club, Glynn confidently […]
McHugh ready for new tour
LISA McHugh admits it is ‘exciting and nerve-racking’ as she prepares for her first major tour of the country this month. During April, the Scottish singing sensation, who currently lives in Enniskillen, is set for a seven show series, kicking off at the Market Place Theatre in Armagh next Wednesday. It’s the first time that the […]
Fermanagh businesses win provincial awards
THE best of the Fermanagh hospitality industry received provincial recognition at this year’s Irish Restaurant Awards. Held at the Hillgrove Hotel in Monaghan last Monday, almost 800 restaurant and business owners from around Ulster dressed up in their finery to compete for top honours in the ‘Ulster Regional’ section of the national awards. The big Fermanagh […]
Coach O’Neill focused on taking home the big prize
Two years ago, Ronan O’Neill climbed the steps of the Hogan Stand to lift the Sam Maguire and claim an All-Ireland medal after Tyrone dispatched Mayo in a drama-filled final. On Saturday evening, he’ll be back in Croke Park, and although the Omagh clubman won’t be playing, he’ll have a role to play as Fermanagh forwards […]
Daly ready for ‘formidable’ Leitrim
‘This is where we want to be,’ said Fermanagh manager James Daly, ahead of Sunday’s crunch National Football League Division 4 semi-final against Leitrim. A three-point win over Carlow and a comprehensive 13-point victory over London the last day out secured Fermanagh’s place in the league semi, where the Erne ladies will come up against […]
Reunion planned for ’73 MacRory Cup winners
A SPECIAL reunion is planned at St Michael’s College to celebrate the success of the 1973 MacRory Cup winning team, as well as many other squads from earlier years who contributed to the historic victory. Fifty years ago, in March 1973, St Michael won their first MacRory Cup, after a three-point victory over Omagh CBS […]