THE Fermanagh engineering and technology sectors look to be in safe hands for the future, with local children embracing ‘STEM’ subjects. A local school recently took part in a major and leading science showcase in Belfast as the local education sector places a major emphasis on the promotion of the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). […]
Retiring Fermanagh teacher ‘shaped the lives’ of many
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IT’S the end of an era at St Mary’s Primary School in Newtownbutler as the popular vice-principal Clare Leonard retires from the school where she “shaped the lives” of many pupils. A special celebration was recently held to celebrate the achievements of Ms Leonard over the past two decades. In her 35 year career as a teacher, […]
Major support for Fermanagh sportspeople
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SEVEN of the county’s top sportspeople have received financial support from a local group in recognition of the “incredible passion and dedication” that they put in to their respective careers. The Fermanagh Trust recently released their latest funding award, which will see significant financial support to some of the county’s talents, as they bid to […]
Fermanagh left behind as legal services struggle
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THERE are fears Fermanagh is becoming a “legal desert”, with cuts and closures leaving locals without “meaningful access to justice,” according to the Law Society. Legal professionals and local politicians have said the ongoing cuts to court services and custody suites is “unacceptable.” An adjournment debate was held at Stormont last week to discuss the uncertainty that the reduction […]
Fermanagh rallies for inspirational Charlie
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ENNISKILLEN Castle was illuminated green at the weekend, as part of a major campaign to raise awareness of a rare genetic disorder which affects one in every 10,000 children in the North, including a local boy. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council agreed to light up the popular building to mark PKU Day, an event which […]
£17 million blow as Fermanagh visitor numbers decline
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BOOKINGS in B&Bs across Fermanagh are down by around 20 per-cent compared to last year, with rising costs and falling visitor numbers leaving many in the hospitality sector fearing for their future. According to the latest figures from the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA), there were 209,000 fewer overnight visitors to the county […]
‘Skea storm back against Roslea
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Crust & Crumb Senior Football League Division Two Lisnaskea 1-12 Roslea 0-15 LISNASKEA outscored Roslea 1-11 to 0-04 in the second half on Friday to snatch a draw in a hard-fought Division Two opener at Emmett Park. Roslea, who headed into their campaign with three points already on the board from the Club Players’ League, made […]
Fermanagh mourns death of legendary songwriter
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THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the passing of Mickey MacConnell who is recognised as one of Ireland’s finest singers and songwriters. Originally from Arney, but residing in Kerry in his later years, Mr MacConnell was a legendary figure in Irish folk music, rising to prominence when he wrote ‘Only Our Rivers […]
Summer could be ‘make or break’ for tourism businesses
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SOME of Fermanagh’s top tourist hotspots fear this summer could be make or break, as a noticeable drop in visitor numbers adds pressure to an already challenging season. Castle Archdale Caravan Park – one of the leading holiday and camping destinations in the North – has seen a clear fall in traffic, according to owner […]
Fermanagh actor cast in Birmingham stage production
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LOCAL actor John Cathcart has confirmed he’ll be playing one of the title characters in a major stage performance in Birmingham this summer as his career goes from strength to strength. The Enniskillen man, who graduated as an actor from the Royal Academy of Music in London, has been making his name in the acting […]