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 […]
Hotels and campsites to reopen next month
The Minister did stress, however, that progress on re-opening will depend on controlling the rate of transmission of the virus.
Cummings controversy ‘could put locals at risk’
THERE have been claims visitors will be emboldened to come stay at their holiday homes in Fermanagh after the Prime Minister gave his backing to his advisor who allegedly broke lockdown guidelines. There has been outrage across the UK and beyond after it was revealed prominent government advisor Dominic Cummings had travelled hundreds of miles […]
Public urged to use water wisely
With the prolonged dry spell there are fears a hosepipe ban may be one the cards.
Plans for new visitors centre boost for Cuilcagh
WHILE it may remain closed due to the lockdown, Fermanagh’s ‘stairway to heaven’ could soon be getting a boost after plans were revealed for a special eco-friendly visitors centre close to the phenomenally popular walk. The Cuilcagh Mountain Boardwalk was not included in the list local outdoor areas to be reopened to the public as […]
Fears Covid crisis could result in a hard Brexit border
Fears are growing the arrangement to prevent a hard border will not be ready in time.
Fears grow over cancer figures
The number of local referrals for serious illness has plummeted during the Covid crisis.