IT’S A far cry from its fifth-century roots, and would have been unimaginable for the tens of thousands of pilgrims who have made the sacred journey to the island in centuries past, but Lough Derg has gone digital. In an unprecedented move by the 1500-year-old holy site, which is usually packed with pilgrims at this […]
Newtownbutler pays tribute to leading lady
THE COMMUNITY in Newtownbutler came together at the weekend to say a sad farewell to local woman Barbara Chapman. A local historian and former teacher, Ms Chapman was 96-years-old when she passed away last Monday night. On Saturday residents lined the streets of Newtownbutler to say their good-byes to the much-loved local woman as the […]
Bundoran ranked one of the world’s cleanest beaches!
BUNDORAN has been recognised as one of the ‘cleanest’ beaches in the northern hemisphere! The town is celebrating winning silver in the inaugural Blue Flag International Best Practice Award, which saw the town coming second out of 4,500 beaches and marinas that had applied for a Blue Flag this year. The entries had been from […]
Flood of bookings for local hotels may help secure jobs
Enniskillen hotelier says restaurants and pubs need to reopen for summer.
School principals urged to reject transfer tests
Several grammar schools across the North have already said they will not be using the tests this year.
Public reminded Cuilcagh remains closed
Last week the Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark posted a social media appeal after noting an increased volume of cars parking on the Marblebank Road.
Call for cuts to local fire station to be reversed
THERE have been calls for the recent cuts to the local fire service to be reversed and any future cuts postponed, in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Last year Enniskillen Fire Station saw its full time staff cut five to three, supported by a part time service. It was later confirmed this had resulted in […]
Hosepipe ban on the horizon after weeks of hot weather
THE WEATHER may be due to take a bit of a turn from today (Wednesday), but the light showers and drizzle forecast for Fermanagh will likely do little to remove the looming threat of a hosepipe ban. It’s not often a lack of rain is a problem in this country, and it feels like no […]
New crematorium plans gets the green light
PLANS to build a crematorium in the local area are expected to be given the green light this week. The new crematoriu m, which will also include a chapel of rest, has been on the cards for some time, with planning first applied for back in 2012. Now, following feasibility studies and other assessments, Council […]