CURRENT and former pupils and staff members of St Ninnidh’s Primary School in Derrylin recently turned out to the school for the official opening of its new 3G facility. After months of development, the new pitch, which will provide the students with a safe place to play a range of sports, was opened on Thursday […]
Major knitted display returns to Enniskillen
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A UNIQUE exhibition which depicts what life was like during World War II has made its much-anticipated return to the town. ‘Britain at War’, the second display from The Longest Yarn’, is featuring at St Macartin’s Cathedral in Enniskillen until March 20, with a large crowd expected to turn out to witness the knitted and […]
Fermanagh GAA star Brenda supports Make-A-Wish Ireland
FERMANAGH ladies player Brenda Bannon recently stopped off at Croke Park to attend a major partnership launch between the Gaelic Players Association and Make-A-Wish Ireland. For over three decades, Make-A-Wish Ireland has been supporting children with significant medical conditions and their families, with over 3,5000 supported by the organisation since its establishment in 1992. The […]
Celebration for everyone baptised at Enniskillen church
A SPECIAL celebration will be held at St Michael’s Parish Church today (Saturday) to remember all of the parishioners who were baptised at the place of prayer over the past 150 years. The Mass, which takes place at 12 noon on Saturday (February 7), is the latest event to be held to mark the 150th […]
Fermanagh Country star Patrick releases new single
DONAGH singer Patrick Treacy has taken another major step in his impressive music career by releasing a new single. The ‘Glór Tíre’ winner confirmed that his much-anticipated new release ‘Me And My Old Banjo’ has been launched, with the song going down a treat with Patrick’s ever-growing fan base and following. “I’m delighted to say […]
Tractor run to be held in Fermanagh to remember Jamie
TRACTOR drivers from Derrygonnelly and the surrounding areas are set to unite for a major memorial run which will take place later this month to remember the much-loved Jamie Thompson. In October 2023, the county was left deeply saddened following the sudden passing of Mr Thompson, a father-of-one, who was a much-loved and active member […]
Sligo singer Patrick stars at the Ardhowen Theatre
A LARGE crowd turned out to Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen last night (Thursday) as Sligo singer Patrick Feeney excelled on stage. A dominant force on the Country stage for over two decades, Patrick brought his new ‘Voice of Hope’ tour to the Enniskillen venue, to the delight of his many fans and followers in Fermanagh. “Known […]
The Back Page Podcast: Episode 1 – Rhys Owens
Rhys Owens is rapidly making a name for himself in the world of boxing. The 23-year-old Enniskillen man turned professional last year and has big ambitions for his career.
Over £3200 raised in memory of Eileen Watters
A LOCAL charity has expressed its thanks to the Derrygonnelly and extended community who raised over £3200 in memory of one of its much-loved residents. Formerly of Sillees Grove in Derrygonnelly, Eileen Watters, a respected and popular member of the community, passed away in July 2025. Ms Watters was an active member of the Derrygonnelly community […]
‘No point going and saying it’s ok – that’s bullshit’
FERMANAGH manager Declan Bonner was pulling no punches following his team’s second successive defeat in the Allianz National Football League on Sunday. Despite dominating the game in Sligo for large periods, missed chances once again haunted the Erne men, with the Connacht side finishing strong to take the two points from the round two game. […]