The Glaswegian, who has set up home in Enniskillen, , was part of Nathan Carter’s ‘Carter on the Costa’ roadshow in Spain.
Fermanagh mourns ‘true inspiration’ Siobhan Allister
THE county has been left mourning the death of much-loved Siobhan Allister who was a “tireless advocate” for people living with MS and a hard-working supporter of various charities. Ms Allister, pictured right, formerly of 47 Millstone Drive in Irvinestown, passed away peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, […]
Fermanagh band The Tumbling Paddies ready for Halloween
FERMANAGH band The Tumbling Paddies are preparing for one of their “favourite nights of the year” as they prepare to sell out the Abbey Hotel in Donegal Town this weekend. The six-man band confirmed that they’re going to be taking centre stage at the hotel on Sunday (October 27), with the venue expected to be […]
Slieve Russell Hotel sold to Cavan ex-pat
THE new owner of the Slieve Russell Hotel said the deal “all ran smoothly” after he acquired the Ballyconnell property which once was one of the most prized possession owned by Seán Quinn. Melbourne-based construction company, The Brady Group, owned by Cavan-man Tom Brady, recently completed the acquisition of the hotel, for what’s believed to be […]
Top award for Fermanagh business
A FERMANAGH distillery has said it “feels privileged” after it fought off competition from some of the world’s biggest distilleries to win a top award at a global ceremony in Cannes. The Boatyard Distillery was flying the Fermanagh flag at the prestigious ‘Global Drinks Intel ESG Awards’ in France when they claimed the ‘Sustainable Spirits Product of […]
Michael English ready for Enniskillen concert
EXCITEMENT is building in Enniskillen and throughout Fermanagh as one of Ireland’s top and hugely popular singers prepares to make his much-anticipated debut in the county next week. Michael English, a 44-year-old award-winning singer from Kildare, has recently confirmed he’s going to be stopping off at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen on Thursday, October 24. “A […]
Fermanagh walkers trek up Cuilcagh Mountain for charity
OVER 20 local residents put their “enthusiasm and determination” to the test by walking up Cuilcagh Mountain as part of a major fundraising campaign for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. A number of fundraisers and charity initiatives are ongoing throughout the county as excitement builds towards the development of a new therapeutic support centre in Enniskillen. […]
New support measures for NI beef farmers
A NEW support scheme has been established by the Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs as a “significant milestone” has been set for beef farmers throughout the North. The Department for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs recently introduced its new Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) Scheme with the aim of helping to support the agricultural […]
Fermanagh artist honoured at Enniskillen Castle
FERMANAGH art enthusiasts are feeling “truly privileged” after a special exhibition has been set up at Enniskillen Castle which is aiming to celebrate the life and achievements of a local artist. Well-known artist William Scott spent his early life in Enniskillen where he formed a close relationship with respected art teacher Kathleen Bridle, who played a […]
Modern Tyres reports pre-tax profit of £4 million
ENNISKILLEN-BASED Modern Tyres has reported a staggering pre-tax profit of £4 million for the past year as the company goes from strength to strength on both sides of the border. Companies House recently revealed that Modern Tyres’ pre-tax profits for 2023 rose by an impressive 27 per cent to £4 million, with a welcome 12 […]