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 […]
When F1 giant Jordan visited Fermanagh
THE late Eddie Jordan, whose recent death prompted a wave of sadness across the world of motorsport, was remembered as a “pure gentleman” when he visited Fermanagh 16 years ago. Mr Jordan, from Dublin, was a well-known figure in the motorsport industry. He was the Team Principal of former Formula One team ‘Jordan’, later becoming a […]
Fermanagh club mourns death of ‘wonderful’ Keith Becket
TRIBUTES have poured in following the death of the much-loved Keith Beckett who was remembered by a local club as an “extremely talented footballer.” “It is with great sadness that we have to inform everyone of the death of our former player, club captain, supporter, Keith Beckett,” a statement from Irvinestown Wanderers Football Club read. […]