Next stage of Ulster Canal opens


THE official opening of a multi-million pound development to the Ulster Canal could result in a major increase in tourism and a better environment in Fermanagh, as the summer season begins. Phase 2 of the Ulster Canal was recently completed by Waterways Ireland, following a €28.4 million investment in inland waterways, greenways and blueways across Ireland. During […]


Country stars set to unite in Enniskillen


The full lineup has been confirmed for what’s expected to be a ‘another night of foot stomping magic’ at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen. ‘Fermanagh’s Got Country’ is set to return to the Enniskillen theatre on July 25 for what’s expected to be a sold-out show, with performances from some of Fermanagh’s top Country music […]


Lisa McHugh’s Ulster Hall date


Fermanagh Country music star Lisa McHugh has confirmed she’s going to be taking centre stage at the Ulster Hall in Belfast later this year in what will be her ‘biggest headline show to date’. The Glaswegian, who lives in Enniskillen, recently confirmed that she’ll be headlining what’s expected to be a sold-out show at the […]


Fermanagh Family devastated by blue badge criticism


THERE was an outpouring of outrage on local social media at the weekend after a father and son were falsely accused of abusing their disability parking badge in Enniskillen. The family had displayed their blue badge, which belonged to the teenage son, while in a car park in Enniskillen. They were left shocked when they returned to their vehicle to a note stating […]


Fermanagh house prices set to rise steadily


IT’S expected that the price of houses in Fermanagh and the North will rise over the next four years for prospective first-time buyers. As a result of the political uncertainty in the UK and the potential cut to interest rates, the property market is fluctuating in the North. By 2028 though, financial experts expect a […]


Fermanagh music band collabs with Nathan Carter


A FERMANAGH band has said it was ‘pretty surreal’ to collaborate with Country music star Nathan Carter, pictured right, on the release of their much-anticipated new single. Fresh off the back of their sold-out and impressive gig at Pat’s Bar in Enniskillen, the family-based band from the Knocks has taken another major step in their […]


Noctilucent clouds spotted in Fermanagh!


FERMANAGH residents were left amazed last night (Tuesday) when the incredibly rare ‘Noctilucent clouds’ appeared high up in the sky. The Met Office which is the UK’s leading national weather and climate service reports that the natural beauty is incredibly rare.  “Noctilucent clouds are extremely rare collections of ice crystals, occasionally appearing in late clear […]


Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh remembered by George Beacom


TRIBUTES have been paid across Fermanagh to legendary and iconic GAA sports broadcaster Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh who passed away on Tuesday. Mr Ó Muircheartaigh passed away peacefully at the Mater Hospital in Dublin, aged 93. Over the years, the famous broadcaster formed a close friendship with George Beacom, manager of the Bawnacre Centre in Irvinestown. “The sad […]