A LOCAL student has been praised for his “remarkable commitment and maturity” after he took part in the British Rowing Championships, securing his place among top rowers from the UK. Josh Allen, a Year 10 pupil at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, competed in the Open Junior 14 Single Sculls category which took place at the […]
Aimee ‘happy’ to sign for Shamrock Rovers
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FIVEMILETOWN footballer Aimee Neal said she is hoping to “be consistent” and get some game time this season with Shamrock Rovers after she signed a deal to join the Dublin-based club. The 21-year-old agreed to join the Irish Women’s Premier Division side from Glentoran where she has risen through the ranks and earned a reputation […]
Fermanagh cycling club marks 40 years in style
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LAKELAND Cycling Club celebrated its 40th anniversary in fitting fashion this summer, claiming the overall team title in the 2025 Cavan Interclub League after a strong and steady campaign across all six rounds. Running from 15 May to 3 July, the annual series brought together riders from six clubs, with points awarded across a mix […]
‘Phenomenal’ response to BID’s roundabouts
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They had been increasingly seen as an eyesore in the town in recent years, but now Enniskillen’s roundabouts have finally been given a make over. They’re “only going to get better” too, with Noelle McAloon from Enniskillen BID confirming the business support organisation is to continue with its ambitious project to redesign and revamp the […]
McLaughlin steps down as Fermanagh U20 manager
FERMANAGH GAA has confirmed that Maurice McLaughlin has stepped down as county under-20 manager. In a statement released on social media, Fermanagh GAA said they “sincerely thank” McLaughlin for his contribution over the past seven years as minor and under-20 manager. “Fermanagh U20 Football Manager Maurice McLoughlin has informed Fermanagh GAA that does not intent […]
Belcoo doctor conquers the English Channel
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A BELCOO doctor said swimming the English Channel was “one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences” of her life after she repeated a feat last achieved by a local man over 50 years ago. Dr Hannah Gillespie recently became the first woman from Fermanagh to complete the grueling solo swim across the 21-mile stretch […]
Coa can’t contain Aghadrumsee’s Courtney
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Crust & Crumb Senior Football League Div 2 Aghadrumsee 3-28 Coa 2-07 EDDIE Courtney landed 2-7 for Aghadrumsee in their 22-point demolition over Coa at St Macartan’s Park on Friday night as they continued with their winning ways in Division Two. Jason O’Connor’s side are hugely fancied to be in the running for a league […]
Sporting fraternity unites in grief over tragedy
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Tributes have been paid from across the GAA community in Fermanagh, Clare and beyond following the tragic deaths of Vanessa Whyte and her children, James and Sara Rutledge. All three were remembered with a touching tribute at Croke Park during the All-Ireland football final on Sunday. Their photographs appeared on the stadium’s big screen as […]
Fermanagh mourns ‘inspirational’ Aaron
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THE local community has been left shocked and saddened following the sudden death of Aaron Leonard, a respected personal trainer, who left “a lasting impact” on his friends and colleagues. Formerly of The Point in Letterbreen, Mr Leonard passed away on Wednesday (July 23). Mr Leonard was a fitness trainer, working in gyms throughout the […]
McGandy strikes late as Gaels defend their crown
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B McCAFFREY & SONS ERNE CUP DIVISION 1 FINAL Derrygonnelly 0-23 Enniskillen Gaels 2-18 RYAN McGandy scored a goal in the last play of extra-time to snatch a one-point win for Enniskillen Reserves on Saturday as they retained the Erne Cup Division 1 honours following a titanic battle in Brewster Park. The Gaels and Derrygonnelly went […]