A LEADING local business said their recent award win is “well-deserved recognition of our people and the values” as they continue to lead the way in the industry and go from strength to strength. Encirc was one of the big winners at the ‘2020 Belfast Telegraph Business Awards’, claiming the prestigious ‘Large Business of the […]
Enniskillen rugby stalwarts honoured by IRFU
A LOCAL rugby club has congratulated two of their members after their “longstanding and distinguished service” was recognised at a major Irish Rugby celebration at the Aviva Stadium. Aly and Terry Finlay have been central figures in the development of rugby in Enniskillen and in Fermanagh and they were honoured at a celebration for 150 […]
Trade union leader’s 50 year fight for better rights
TRADE unionist Jim Quinn has been fighting for better rights for local workers for nearly 50 years and his passion to make a difference saw him go head to head with the British Government. After what he describes as an ‘unsuccessful’ education, the Cornagrade man took on employment at ‘Peeters Picture Frames’ in Enniskillen in […]
New scheme to help people with dementia in Fermanagh
PEOPLE who are living with dementia in Fermanagh are being offered the chance to avail of a unique and new support system which will provide comfort and relief to them and their families. The Council has linked up with the Western Trust, Age Concern Causeway and Public Health Agency to introduce a new safeguarding scheme […]
Fermanagh rallies to support Loris
THE motorsport community across the country joined forces to raise money to support Enniskillen biker Loris Britton who suffered serious injuries following a recent accident at Newtownards. The 25-year-old, who is the son of the late Richard and Maria Britton, was involved in a crash at the Kirkistown Racing Circuit on Easter Monday, during the […]
Balcas owners open new site in Scotland
THE owners of Fermanagh’s leading timber manufacturer Balcas has officially opened a new multi-million pound facility in Scotland as the company continues to go from strength to strength. In October 2021, Glennon Brothers successfully took over Balcas and they invested significant funding into the Fermanagh-based company to help the business expand and develop. It was […]
Christie relieved as ‘Winged Leader’ makes history
LOCAL horse trainer David Christie said it was “unbelievable” after his horse ‘Winged Leader’ equalled an Irish point-to-pointer record at Necarne Estate which has stood for almost 70 years. There were jubilant scenes in Irvinestown on Saturday when the much-loved horse claimed his 33rd point-to-point victory, equalling an Irish record set by ‘Still William’ between 1959 […]
Fermanagh man at Vatican gives backing to Pope Leo
In January, Monsignor Enda Murphy from Derrylin was appointed as a ‘Domestic Chaplain to His Holiness’ by Pope Francis.
Cork calling for Fermanagh band
ERMANAGH band ‘Tully’ said they’re “really looking forward” to headlining at a major gig in Cork later next month as they continue to make major strides in their successful career in music. The Knocks band, who have been ever-present performers at many weddings and ceremonies, have risen to fame and earned major recognition following their […]
UK-US deal won’t help Fermanagh business
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THE Executive Director of one of Fermanagh’s leading businesses said they may be forced to “review” their exports to the US as fears grow that tariffs could have a major impact locally. Belleek Pottery annually exports over £2 million worth of products to America, but since President Donald Trump reported a 10-per-cent tariffs on UK […]