THE countdown is on until Enniskillen actor Adrian Dunbar makes his return on stage at one of the top theatres in England. A trailer released on social media this week has given fans of Adrian Dunbar a sneak peak of what could be expected as the former ‘Line of Duty’ star gets ready to star […]
Lisa McHugh to release new album
EXCITEMENT is building in the local music scene as Fermanagh Country music star Lisa McHugh prepares to launch a new album. On Friday, May 17, the Glaswegian singer is going to release a new EP (extended play) which is set to take a different twist to her previous releases. The 36-year-old mother, who recently confirmed […]
Fermanagh singer Jake Carter’s album is a big hit
AFTER releasing his debut album, Fermanagh singer Jake Carter has said his music career is on a ‘crazy rollercoaster’. The Liverpudlian singer recently took a major step in his career by releasing a five-track album, titled ‘Point of You’. Carter’s new album has gone down a treat with music fans from across the island and […]
Conor McGregor shows interest in the Slieve Russell
IRISH billionaires are set to go head -to-head once more as the award-winning Slieve Russell Hotel has returned to the market, with a €35 million (£30 million) price tag. Built and formerly owned by Fermanagh business tycoon Seán Quinn in 1992, the Ballyconnell became one of the leading hotels in Ireland, hosting hundreds of weddings […]
Work continues at Fermanagh recycling centre
EXTENSIVE work and development is ongoing at Drummee Recycling Centre as the Council aims to have the project completed ‘as planned by October’. While Drummee Recycling Centre remains operation, major development works have been carried out at the Enniskillen landfill site in a bid to make the facility a more efficient and sustainable place. Dromore firm McCusker Contracts […]
New principal for Fermanagh school
THE new principal at the Erne Integrated College in Enniskillen has said he’s looking forward to playing a key role in the school’s ‘vibrant and successful history’. After stepping into the temporary principal post at Erne Integrated College following the retirement of Jimmy Jackson Ware, Darron McLaughlin has been confirmed as the new principal of […]
Fermanagh residents urged for views on new bypass
ENNISKILLEN residents have been urged to have their say on how the A4 Southern Bypass will maximise the ‘social, economic and environmental benefits’ for the county town. Following the resumption of the Stormont Executive, the people of the town were given a major boost when Northern Ireland Finance Minister Caoimhe Archibald allocated £16 million for […]
Rosie’s love for traditional singing is everlasting
FOR over five decades, Rosie Stewart has been a leading light in keeping the Irish traditional singing flame alive in Fermanagh and across the border counties. The recent remastering of her original album, which was produced in Derry back in 1984, has proved that the Cashel singer’s passion for music and song is stronger and burning […]
Planning application submitted for aeropark
A PLANNING application has been submitted for a major redevelopment project at St Angelo Airport in Enniskillen which could bring potential tourism and investment to the county. According to the Planning Portal for Northern Ireland, an application has been launched for the development of 10 no self-catering aviation hangar homes at the Killadeas Road-based airport. […]
Davy dedicates award to Rovers club members
LISNASKEA man Davy Wheeler said he was ‘very humbled’ after he received his BEM award at Hillsborough Castle on Tuesday morning. The 69-year-old was awarded a Order of the British Empire (BEM) award in the New Years’ Honours list for his services to association football in Fermanagh. The well-known Fermanagh man was presented with his award […]