FERMANAGH hurlers stepped up preparations for the start of the Allianz National Hurling League with a challenge game against Sligo on Sunday afternoon. A new look Erne team lined out over the weekend in an important challenge game, ahead of the start of the league, which begins at the end of the month. Fermanagh are […]
Stafford wants Ballinamallard to ‘be more clinical’
BALLINAMALLARD manager Mark Stafford said he was “disappointed for the players” after their defeat to Limavady United at Ferney Park on Saturday afternoon. Despite dominating possession for long spells, the Mallards were unable to break down the Limavady defence, with a goal from Leon Boyd the difference in their Playr-Fit Championship meeting. It has been […]
Fermanagh man McGovern appointed coach at Celtic FC
ENNISKILLEN man Michael McGovern is set to return to Celtic FC where he’ll be working as a goalkeeping coach at his former club. McGovern, who joined Celtic in July 2001 from his boyhood club Enniskillen Town United, is set to work with the B Team and First Team. The Fermanagh man will play a key […]
Fermanagh driver Armstrong geared up for WRC bow
FERMANAGH rally star Jon Armstrong said it will be ‘a dream come true’ when he makes his World Rally Championship debut this weekend behind the wheel of his M-Sport Puma in Monte Carlo. The Kesh man and his co-driver Shane Byrne have been selected as one of the pairings to represent M-Sport in the WRC, fulfilling […]
Enniskillen man Benny brings community together online
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FROM an attempt to spread a little ‘positivity and kindness’ during the pandemic lockdowns, to becoming a global sensation bringing the Fermanagh diaspora together, the Enniskillen Banter page just keeps growing. Set up in 2019 by local couple Benny and Charlotte Cassidy, the Enniskillen Banter group has hit new heights, with over 37,000 members. Speaking to […]
Fermanagh manager Bonner ready for Wexford opener
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FERMANAGH manager Declan Bonner has called on the Erne supporters to make Brewster Park ‘a fortress going forward’ as they prepare to kick-off their league campaign on Sunday. All eyes will be on Brewster Park on Sunday afternoon when Fermanagh take on Wexford in the opening round of the Allianz National Football League, under their new manager, […]
Durkin nets hat-trick in Enniskillen Rovers victory
F&W Division Three Lisnarick 3 Enniskillen Rovers 5 By Mark McGoldrick A HAT-TRICK from Patrick Durkin helped Enniskillen Rovers to a big win over Lisnarick, who continue to struggle to find form in the F&W Division Three. Derrygonnelly’s Durkin showed his clinical nature by netting three goals for the Enniskillen side in their win in […]
Fermanagh woman woman appointed to top role with Aviva
A FIVEMILETOWN woman, who has worked in the general insurance sector for over two decades, has been appointed to a top role within Aviva Insurance. Aviva Insurance Ireland DAC, one of the top insurance brokers on the island, has recently confirmed that Sharon Slack has been appointed as their Head of Training, Commercial Lines. The […]
Donegal star David to sell-out Fermanagh venue
THE Ardhowen Theatre is expected to be a sell-out when David James, who is recognised as one of the rising stars on the Irish Country music scene, rolls into Enniskillen. Originally from Killea in Donegal, the 27-year-old has risen through the ranks, with his partnership with Fermanagh singer-songwriter John Farry opening new doors and ventures. […]
Enniskillen greenway plan misses out on funding again
THE long-planned Enniskillen to Sligo greenway has once again missed out on the chance for major funding. The Stormont Executive has confirmed it was granting over £1 million to three council areas to deliver active travel projects such as greenways. It did not include the much anticipated local project. Branded the ‘Marble Arch Greenway’, the proposed 75km […]