Forum closing date pushed back again


THE Fermanagh Lakeland Forum will not close until “potentially April”, the ‘Herald understands. It was originally reported that the facility would close in January, but it’s understood that the Forum will remain open for at least another few weeks, as the wait for redevelopment goes on. The delayed closure date is another blow to the […]


Fermanagh business owners to attend major conference


SMALL business owners in Fermanagh are encouraged to attend a major conference next month which will outline new innovative ways that the industry can reduce their energy costs. Many local businesses have been struggling to cope with the surging prices in the wake of the cost-of-living crisis, with some urging for support from the local […]


Man found with ‘serious head injuries’ in Enniskillen


POLICE has said there was ‘no criminal activity’ after a man was “discovered unconscious” following injuries to his head in the Forthill Street area of Enniskillen today (Monday). “The man, aged in his 30s was discovered unconscious in Dunnes Stores carpark shortly before 8.30am this morning,” Detective Inspector Winters said. “He was taken to South […]


Country music greats heading to Ardhowen Theatre


THE Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen is expected to be a sell-out next week when “two household names and true legends” of Country music collaborate for a special performance. The award-winning Philomena Begley and Ray Lynam are set to showcase their talents on the Enniskillen stage on Thursday (February 19) and Friday (February 20), to the delight […]


Fermanagh singer Maria ‘delighted’ with new release


BOHO singer Maria Cameron has released her second single within a month as she aims to build on her already impressive music career, to the delight of her wide-ranging fan base. The local talent is a regular performer across Fermanagh and at local weddings and she recently released her new song ‘I Get To Love […]


Enniskillen Rangers recognised for Junior Cup success


A SPECIAL celebration was recently held at the Townhall in Enniskillen to celebrate the success of Enniskillen Rangers Football Club who won the Irish FA Junior Cup last year. Managed by Michael Kerr, Rangers defeated FC Moylena, Camlough Rovers, All Saints OB, Lurgan Reserves and Lisbellaw United to qualify for the semi-final of the Irish […]


OT Karen is leading the way in Cambodia


AN occupational therapist who set off to volunteer in a severely unresourced hospital in Cambodia last week said she’s “amazed at the resilience” of the people who live with major health conditions. Karen Murphy from Derrygonnelly, a former Mount Lourdes student, is a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist who works at Kingsbridge Hospital. She also runs a […]


Bawnacre Centre manager reflect on 40 years at the helm


GEORGE Beacom said it’s “a privilege to serve all sections” of the Fermanagh community after he was recognised with an award to celebrate his 40-plus years of employment with the Council. The Bawnacre Centre manager is one of the county’s most recognisable figures. He’s been to the fore at the Irvinestown facility since it opened in […]