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. […]
Fermanagh mourns death of Mary McGoldrick
THE late Mary McGoldrick was remembered as a “special lady” after she passed away in her 101st year. One of the county’s oldest residents, Ms McGoldrick, a mother-of-four and popular member of the local community, passed away peacefully at her home in Derryrona Glebe in Belleek on Monday. Mulleek Community Centre remembered Ms McGoldrick in […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Hugh Patrick Maguire. 23rd March 2025. Late of Enniskillen, Dearly loved partner of Yvonne, son of the late Tony and Kathleen Maguire. And stepfather of Stephen (Lyndsey) and Shawn (Lucy) and granda of Fionn. Dear brother of Michael (Bernadette), Dolore (Eamon), Adiran (Joan) and the late Denis and Liam. Also a dear uncle of Fintan, […]
Gardaí issue appeal over Kelly Lynch death
GARDAÍ have issued an appeal to the Fermanagh public for information on the death of Kelly Lynch. The body of Ms Lynch, a much-loved 23-year-old from Lisnaskea, was found in the Ulster Canal in Monaghan on St Patrick’s Day 2024. It has been reported that Ms Lynch was on her way home from a night out […]