Fermanagh’s Ultán Kelm has said that his dream of playing in the AFL is over after he received a call on Friday from Freemantle Dockers. The club informed the Belleek man that “they were not focusing on category B rookies which is what I would’ve been going out under,” said Kelm. To read more on […]
Fermanagh Women’s Aid reliant on community support
DESPITE the fact it provides a vital service in the community, helping in the region of 400 local women a year, Fermanagh Women’s Aid (FWA) relies on grass-roots fundraising to help it continue its life-saving work. Indeed, only 40 percent of the service’s funding comes from statutory sources, with the rest of its funding coming […]
Fermanagh saddened after death of loved ones
FERMANAGH has been left shaken after a spate of serious road accidents and tragedies over the past week, including two separate fatal crashes just 48 hours apart. Mark Johnston from Newtownbutler was tragically killed on Thursday night after he was involved in a one-vehicle crash on the Newbridge Road. The dangers of Fermanagh’s road have further […]
Mark’s death ‘puts everything in perspective’ – Bonner
The highs of Saturday week ago were a world away from the emotions of the past week for the people of Belleek and the surrounding areas. Last Wednesday morning the news filtered through of the untimely death of former Erne Gaels player Mark Lyons, brother of current Erne Gaels captain Ryan. Four days before Mark passed […]
Fermanagh mourns death of much-loved Mark Lyons
Formerly of Rockfield Park in Belleek and Plymouth in England, Mr Lyons passed away following a short illness.
Fermanagh motorists warned of delays from tomorrow
Traffic management will be in place on the road along the Fermanagh border will be in place for the next three weeks.
It’s all or nothing for captain Lyons and Belleek
It’s been one hell of a year for Ryan Lyons since he last led the team out at Brewster Park in the County Final. He became a father 11 months ago with the arrival of his son, Luan, then in the new year, an injury setback ruled him out of playing football for eight months. […]
Border school celebrates 100 years of primary education
BORDER school Belleek Primary School has recently celebrated its 100-year anniversary. The small rural school situated on the outskirts of Belleek has been a part of the community for a century where it has fostered a loving, caring and supportive environment for pupils and staff. Principal Nicola Young said, “We are beyond delighted to be celebrating such […]
Hundreds compete in ‘Gravel Grinder’ event
VICTOR Love and Suzanne Kenny claimed the bragging rights as they finished first in their categories in the hugely challenging ‘Gravel Grinder’ event which took place on Saturday. Hundreds of cyclists from across the North took part in the sportive which saw them trek through some of the highest points in Fermanagh, including Big Dog Forest […]
Stage set for 2024 Fermanagh Herald Business Awards
The stage is set for the 2024 Fermanagh Herald Business Awards in partnership with Severfield and in association with Belleek and Pilgrims Food Masters. Over the past number of weeks we have profiled the 25 businesses nominated in each of this years awards categories. The winners of these awards will be announced at the Gala […]