LOCAL duo Ross Corrigan and Nathan Timoney are heading to Shanghai in the hope of leading Ireland to World Rowing Championship glory, as they continue to make waves in the sport. Excitement is building in the rowing world ahead of the start of the World Rowing Championships which are scheduled to take place in Shanghai […]
Bonner and Belleek are focusing on the present
ERNE Gaels boss Declan Bonner said the Belleek men are “not looking past” the challenge of Ederney as they prepare to kick-off the defence of their Championship title this Sunday. The Belleek men go into the championship as favourites, although they’ve endured a difficult build-up after the outcome of the Division One final was shrouded […]
Harps boss gearing up for a tough challenge
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DERRYGONNELLY are expecting a “huge challenge” when they take on Lisnaskea in the first round of the Championship on Sunday, as they aim to put the league final fiasco behind them. It has been far from ideal preparations for the Harps who were caught up in major drama following the outcome of the Division One […]
Injury woes mount for Stafford ahead of Loughgall
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BALLINAMALLARD United manager Mark Stafford is expecting a “difficult game” when his side travel to Lakeview Park on Friday night to take on title contenders Loughgall in the Championship. The Mallards boss had mixed feelings as the full-time whistle sounded at Ferney Park on Saturday, with Ballinamallard leading against Limavady, before they conceded a very […]
Fresh Focus group make debut at Croke Park
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A TEAM of GAA enthusiasts from Fresh Focus pulled on their Fermanagh jerseys and enjoyed a trip to Dublin where they were offered the opportunity to showcase their skills in Croke Park. The Fermanagh group recently took to Croke Park for the ‘GAA for All’ programme, with training sessions locally, which culminated in a hugely […]
Enniskillen student set for study year in the USA
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A LOCAL student is “really excited” to study for a year in America after she was one of 60 young people in the North who are set to avail of a significant opportunity to travel to the States. Chloe Porter, a former pupil at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School and a student at Queen’s University, will […]
Phenomenal support for new cancer centre
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THE team behind the new Cancer Focus Support Centre in Enniskillen have said they are “incredibly grateful,” after receiving a major donation of £40,000 to develop a special space in its facility. Opened at 18 High Street in Enniskillen in May, the centre has been warmly received, providing a key role in supporting local residents […]
League winners Aghadrumsee are eager for more
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THERE is a ‘serious buzz’ in the Aghadrumsee club and Jason O’Connor said the St Macartan’s team are eager to create more history as they prepare to kick-start their Junior Championship bid. Aghadrumsee head into the championship on a high, weeks after they pulled off a shock by beating their rivals Roslea to get their […]
Major support for The Kindness Postbox
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AN Enniskillen-based initiative which is aiming to bring the “young and old in the community” together has received significant financial support. It was recently confirmed that The Kindness Postbox has received £1,000 from the SPAR retailer, with the organisation pledging £20,000 to support different groups and initiatives in the North. Developed by Nuala O’Toole during […]
Fermanagh shoppers shocked by food price hike
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SHOPPERS in Fermanagh are feeling the pinch at the tills after it was confirmed that food price inflation has rose to its highest level in almost 18 months, as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on. Major concerns have been raised by residents who are lamenting the cost of essential items with the British Retail Consortium confirming […]