After almost six decades of marraige, husband passes away on day of wife’s funeral
Fr Gerry Comiskey in Rome for Pope Francis’ funeral
A WELL-KNOWN priest, who ministered in Fermanagh for more than 10 years, said it was “a very privileged moment” to witness Pope Francis’ final public appearance on Easter Sunday. Despite his ailing health, the pontiff appeared at St Peter’s Square on Sunday where he delivered his Easter blessing upon thousands of Catholics who watched on […]
Dublin must lead the way to ‘new Ireland’
THE IRISH government must lead the way to a border poll, and in creating a new Ireland that works everyone on the island, Fermanagh republicans were told on Sunday. Speaking at the annual Easter commemorations, held this year in Lisnaskea, former Fermanagh South Tyrone (FST) MP Michelle Gildernew hit out at “cruel cuts” by the British government, telling the gathered crowd there was “a […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
NEILL – 21st April 2025 (suddenly) at the South West Acute Hospital Enniskillen and late of 82 Rossorry Church Road Enniskillen. John Mervyn, dearly loved husband of the late Beatrice (Betty), much loved father of Angus (Thelma) and Carol (Kenny), devoted grandfather of Sophie (Gareth), Nathan (Chelsea) and Lee, devoted friend to Thelma’s daughters Jessica, […]
Fermanagh book of condolences opened for Pope Francis
Fermanagh and Omagh Council has opened the book of condolences to offer locals a chance to pay their respects to Pope Francis.
Farmer died after being attacked by bull, inquest finds
AN inquest into the death of 81-year-old retired Dromore farmer Harold Gilmore found that his death was caused by trampling most likely caused by a bull. Mr Gilmore died on July 20 of last year in a field close to his home, which he owned but was rented out on the Fintona Road, Dromore. It […]
Questions raised over ‘DNR’ order at SWAH
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A mother has revealed how a ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ (DNR) order was placed her daugther at the Enniskillen hospital without her knowledge or consent.
Fermanagh saddened after death of Seamus
The Fermanagh community has been left deeply shocked and saddened following the sudden death of Seamus McGovern. Mr McGovern was an active member of the Lakeland Cycling Club and was well-respected throughout the county. Loving husband of Nuala (nee Gallagher) and dear father of Millie, and step father of Sadhbh. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing […]
Graham family to meet Stormont Ministers
THE parents of the late Neil Graham, who was killed while working on a tractor in a local garage, have called for a change in law which would “make a vast difference” for safety of mechanics. The 17-year-old from Garrison died following a workplace fatality which took place in Enniskillen on May 22, 2018. An inquest […]
Fermanagh families welcome baby loss certs decision
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BEREAVED parents have welcomed news that baby loss certificates will be “operational by the end of the year” after years of campaigning to introduce the legislation in the North. The Northern Ireland Executive is set to follow its counterparts in the UK by agreeing to introduce the certificate, which will officially recognise babies who have been […]