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 […]
John Farry confirms new career move
ONE of Ireland’s top up and coming Country music stars has said they’re “very excited to get working on the next chapter” after they’ve teamed up with Garrison music guru John Farry. Farry, who wrote a song for 1997 Eurovision singer Marc Roberts, was recently confirmed as the new manager of Country music star David […]
Tax reforms could threaten Fermanagh cab industry
FERMANAGH taxi drivers have been left fearing for the future and their livelihoods after proposed reforms to taxes and VAT threaten to deeply hamper the local and national cab industry. Many households and residents are concerned over what financial changes will be implemented when UK Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, sets out her next budget plans on […]
Fermanagh drama groups set for Enniskillen festival
Preparations are underway for the four-day Enniskillen One Festival.
Massive pre-tax profits for Dromore company
THE parent company of Dromore firm Euro Auctions recorded a pre-tax profit of £45 million. Gardrum Holdings, the parent company for Euro Auctions and property and machinery owned by director Derek Keys, has saw a sharp rise in its revenue, in a major boost for the local economy. Companies House recently revealed that the revenue […]
Student success celebrated at Erne Integrated College
A SPECIAL celebration was held at the Erne Integrated College in Enniskillen to honour the “the outstanding achievements of our students”, 30 years after the school was established. The student population has grown at the Erne Integrated College since it was set up in September 1994, with many pupils going on to excel inside and […]
Canada’s calling for The Whistlin’ Donkeys
DROMORE band ‘The Whistlin’ Donkeys’ are preparing to take another major step in their ever-impressive music career when they kick off a much-anticipated eight-day tour of Canada. The six-man band is set to kick off their tour of Canada with a sold-out show at Holy Heart Theatre in St John’s on Friday. They’ll also stage […]