LAST Sunday not only marked the first day of the new year, but also the feast of Fermanagh’s own St Fanchea, who is one of several revered saints to be celebrated on the Lough Erne Pilgrim Trail. While her name is well known around the county, and Enniskillen parishioners will also be familiar with her face from the […]
Sr Bridie Rogers remembered as a ‘remarkable woman’
TRIBUTES have been paid to Fermanagh nun Sr Bridie Rogers, who passed away at the weekend following a long life dedicated to helping others. Sr Rogers, who spent 70 years serving as a Sister of Mercy, passed away on New Year’s Eve surrounded by her family and fellow nuns, and was laid to rest at the […]
Shock and sadness following death of Mgr Richard Mohan
Coonian man Mgr Mohan was a former prior of Lough Derg and was credited with modernising the holy site.
Public asked to ‘play your part’ in easing health pressures
Patients have been asked to use services most appropriate for their condition, and to stay at home if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection.
New car park and picnic plan for local beauty spot
A NEW car park and picnic area has been proposed for Lough Navar, with the Council set to give the plans the green light. Two car parks have been proposed for 170m north east of Lough Achork and 50m north of Meenameen Lough, at the spectacular Lough Navar Forest Park near Derrygonnelly. As well as […]
Kindness Postbox shortlisted for prestigious award
AN INNOVATIVE kindness project, which started in Fermanagh and has grown across the North and far beyond, has been shortlisted for a major award. The Kindness Postbox was created by local woman Nuala O’Toole to help keep elderly residents connected during the Covid lockdowns and beyond, and to give them “something to smile about.” Started […]
Warning over sales scammers
WITH the January sales already underway online, police have issued a safety warning to shoppers to be aware of scammers. In the run up to the festive season Fermanagh police had warned the community to be wary of fraudsters who were out to take advantage of shoppers both in stores and online. The force has […]
Festive boost for county businesses
IT WAS a tough year, particularly for local businesses, but 2022 ended with a buzz in Fermanagh’s county town, with traders enjoying a festive boost to sales. Things are looking positive for the new year ahead, too, with a number of businesses seeking to open new premises in Enniskillen town centre, showing how even in the […]
‘Young Kennedy’ urged to embrace Fermanagh connection
“I don’t think anything can stop young Kennedy being the President, please God.”
Call for support to help Fermanagh students stay home
The Council has called on univesities to provide timetables along with place offers.