ONE of the county’s top musicians said he was “fortunate to have people that believed in me” after he played a key role in producing music for the successful film ‘How to Train Your Dragon’. The fantasy film, which is a live-action remake of the 2010 animated movie, has soared at the box office. It’s the tenth […]
Fermanagh firm plots multi-million pound development
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A FERMANAGH business said there’s “still more to do” after they confirmed that their site across the border is set for a major redevelopment, leading to the potential creation of over 10 jobs. ‘Crust & Crumb’ has established itself as one of Ireland’s largest manufacturers of dough-based food products, with the company employing over 280 […]
Fermanagh school set for life at heart of community
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The principal of St John the Baptist Primary School in Belleek has described the past few weeks as ‘very emotional and difficult’ after confirmation that the much-loved rural school will close this summer. Following a steady decline in pupil numbers, the decision was taken to shut the school, 65 years after it first opened its […]
Council lagging behind with bin collections
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FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council collected one of the lowest amounts of household waste in the North, as concerns grow among ratepayers and homeowners who say they wait weeks at times for their bins to be lifted. The ‘Herald understands that, in some areas of the county, residents are waiting more than four weeks for […]
Special recognition for Manor House Country Hotel
THE Manor House Country Hotel in Enniskillen was “absolutely delighted” after its spa was named ‘Best Day Spa / Boutique Spa in Northern Ireland’ at the NI Beauty Excellence Awards. The Enniskillen hotel was recognised for its ethical practices, service and high guest satisfaction at the major awards ceremony which celebrated some of the top […]
Fermanagh man opens up about addiction to Class A drugs
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A FERMANAGH man who came close to death after years of Class A drug abuse has warned that addiction is ‘everywhere’ as Enniskillen faces what he calls a worsening drugs crisis. Daniel Wills, originally from Newcastle upon Tyne, moved to Fermanagh in 1987 and attended school in Enniskillen. It was during those school years that […]
Strong support for new Cancer Focus centre
THE Enniskillen and wider Fermanagh community is continuing to rally in support of a leading charity group which has set up a major state-of-the-art centre to help people living with cancer. A range of fundraising initiatives have been taking place recently to support the development of the Cancer Focus therapeutic centre, which has been established […]
Stacey’s message of hope for women living with alopecia
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A FERMANAGH woman who lost her hair as a teenager is calling for better support for people across the North living with alopecia. Stacey McCabe, a mother-of-two from Belcoo, recently underwent pioneering mesh hair integration treatment in London. It has transformed her confidence after years of struggling with wigs, sprays and self-doubt. Speaking to the ‘Herald, […]
Fermanagh branch honoured for raising £1 million
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A LOCAL group said they’re “dedicated and committed” to making a difference with people living with cancer in Fermanagh after they were celebrated for raising over £1 million in the locality. The Fermanagh branch of the Friends of the Cancer Centre group recently received an award at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Northern Ireland Awards […]
Holy Trinity stalwart John retires after 36 years
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HOLY Trinity Primary School paid tribute to its much-loved vice-principal John Reihill as he retires from teaching after 36 years where he left his mark on local education in Enniskillen. There were jubilant scenes at the two Holy Trinity Primary School sites recently as pupils and teachers paid tributes to Mr Reihill and his wife, […]