THE family of Michael Leonard, who was killed by by the RUC over 50 years ago, has said their ‘fight for truth and justice will continue’ after Britian’s Legacy Act has denied them their right for justice. On Wednesday (May 1), the Attorney General ordered that an inquest should take place into the death of the […]
Magee makes mark in Newry
MULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST Sean Magee recently made his debut appearance at one of the biggest venues in the North. As part of the celebrations for the Bank Holiday weekend, the Fermanagh singer and performed headlined a gig and showcased his talents at the popular ‘Bank Bar and Bistro’ in Newry. The establishment located in Down is becoming very […]
Fermanagh Fleadh for Newtown
EXCITEMENT is building in traditional music circles in the county after it was confirmed that the Fermanagh Fleadh will be held in Newtownbutler. Following on from the hugely successful event in Roslea last summer, the upcoming Fermanagh Fleadh will move to Newtownbutler where it will take place from June 2 to June 9. Steeped in […]
Carter mixes with Robbie Williams’ iconic producer
FERMANAGH Country music star Nathan Carter said he was very proud to spend a ‘great couple of days’ with one of England’s most distinguished songwriters and producers. The Liverpudlian, who lives in Bellanaleck, recently took to social media where he posted a picture alongside legendary music producer Guy Chambers in London. “[I] had a great couple […]
Motorists welcome scheme to help cut MOT wait times
FERMANAGH motorists and politicians have ‘welcomed’ the introduction of temporary exemption certificates [TECs] which are aiming to help tackle the ever-growing waiting times for MOTs. It’s been well documented that motorists in the county and in the North have been facing lengthy delays in getting MOT tests, with many unable to book an appointment before […]
Fermanagh singer John Farry returns to the studio
TWENTY-SEVEN years after he penned one of Ireland’s top Eurovision songs, Fermanagh singer and music guru John Farry has returned to the recording studio. The 65-year-old from Garrison is widely regarded as one of the top music songwriters and promoters on the island, having played a key role in the success of Country music star […]
World champion Fermanagh angler enjoys Spanish success
ENNISKILLEN angler James O’Doherty was part of the Ireland team who won the Feeder Fishing World Championship for Nations in historic scenes in Spain. Son of well-known Enniskillen couple, Pat and Eilish O’Doherty, was part of the five-man strong Ireland team who beat off stiff competition to claim the top prize following the event in Merida. It was […]
Fermanagh runners lead the way in Belfast Marathon
A NUMBER of Fermanagh runners pulled on the trainers and pounded the pavements on Sunday as thousands of people took part in the Belfast City Marathon. It’s estimated that over 5,000 people ran the full 26.2 mile route ran through Belfast, finishing up at Ormeau Park, where they were greeted by a large crowd of supporters […]
Sean Magee to release second track
FERMANAGH musician Sean Magee is set to take another big step in his music career by releasing a new single early next month. On Monday, May 6, the former Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann champion will be dropping his second single and he’s hoping for similar success that followed after he released his debut track. Magee […]
Wait goes on for Irish passports
HOLIDAY season is on the way and some Fermanagh residents have been left sweating as the wait for passports processing goes on. The Department of Foreign Affairs recently revealed that the average processing time for renewing a standard adult passport currently stands at 10 business days and 15 days for a child renewal. Of the 200,000 […]