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 […]


New gambling measures welcomed


FAMILIES who have lost loved ones to gambling addictions have welcomed Stormont’s latest measures to curb the issue, as the cost-of-living crisis continues to have an impact. Sinn Féin recently passed a motion at Stormont, which would see greater support networks and an improvement to services made available for people living with gambling addictions locally. […]


Cancer fundraising events confirmed for Fermanagh


LOCAL groups have praised the community for “making a lasting difference to cancer patients and their families” as anticipation builds towards the development of a new support centre. Anticipation is building in Enniskillen towards the development of the Cancer Focus Support Centre in the town, which is aiming to make a difference to cancer patients and […]


Scam texts on the rise


LOCAL residents are being urged to be on their guard after a number of scam text messages are circulating with the aim of luring people to reveal their identity and personal information. It has been reported that scam and fraudulent schemes are on the rise locally, with residents recently receiving a message, claiming to be […]


Gaels Scór group win All-Ireland title


THE director of the Enniskillen Gaels Scór na nÓg Novelty Act said it was “fantastic all round” as they won the All-Ireland title following a starring performance at the Hilgrove Hotel in Monaghan. After winning the Fermanagh and Ulster Scór na nÓg Nuachleas titles, the Gaels team competed for the provincial crown, fighting off stiff competition to claim […]


Comedians to bring laughter to Ardhowen


FERMANAGH comedy enthusiasts are in for an action-packed few weeks after the Ardhowen Theatre confirmed some of the best in the industry are set to stop off at the Enniskillen venue. Well-known comedian Colin Murphy is going to kick-off the tour next week, when he brings his much-anticipated roadshow to the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen […]