Bridget (Bridie) McGovern (née Gaffney), 12th July 2025, peacefully at Downe Hospital, Downpatrick, late of Greaghport, Belcoo. Wife of the late Francis and beloved mother of Joanne(Marc) and grandmother of Eva and Cara and sister to Peter and Matt. Predeceased by her parents Patrick and Rose and siblings Edward, Patrica, John, Bernard, Patrick and Mary. […]
Fivemiletown to Belgium: The story of a local hero
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A FIVEMILETOWN war hero has been remembered for his bravery and ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War. During the Second World War, countless young men from the North answered the call to defend our values and rescue a world on the brink of tyranny. Researcher John Dekhane has been researching these often forgotten heroes, […]
Teemore woman passes away in Sydney
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THERE has been sadness both ‘Down Under’ and here at home following the passing of Teemore native Vera Donohoe. Vera (nee Cassidy) was from Drumlught. In 1974 she married Tony Donohoe, from Dernagore, in Sydney in 1974 . Like so many of her generation, Vera had first gone to work in London at the age […]
Jetaime’s legacy lives on in young Brendon
ON SUNDAY, as 11-year-old Brendon Sampson made his debut in Croke Park, he carried a photograph of his late mother Jetaime in his sock. Brendan was selected from thousands across the country to take part in a Cumann na mBunscol exhibition game at half-time of the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-final between Kilkenny and Tipperary […]
Fermanagh mourns death of former principal
The Fermanagh community has been left saddened following the death of former principal Vic Outram. Mr Outram was the highly esteemed former Principal of Enniskillen High School. “During his tenure, Vic earned the respect of students, parents, and colleagues alike for his devoted leadership and heartfelt dedication to the school community. Known for his warm presence, […]
Fermanagh mourns death of legendary songwriter
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THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the passing of Mickey MacConnell who is recognised as one of Ireland’s finest singers and songwriters. Originally from Arney, but residing in Kerry in his later years, Mr MacConnell was a legendary figure in Irish folk music, rising to prominence when he wrote ‘Only Our Rivers […]
Fermanagh community unites in memory of Andrea
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THE FIVEMILETOWN community will come together this weekend to turn grief into hope. This Friday and Saturday locals are uniting for a charity fundraiser dedicated to raising mental health awareness, in memory of Andrea Malone, who tragically passed away one year ago next week. This event is not just a fundraiser, it’s a powerful statement of support, […]
Fermanagh pays tribute to Georgina Kelly
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THERE HAS been widespread sadness across Fermanagh this week following the death of ‘real lady’ Georgina Kelly. Formally of Main Street, Lisnaskea, Julia Georgina (Georgie) Kelly died peacefully in the South West Acute Hospital on Friday (June 20). Georgina is the mother of former First Minister Arlene Foster Local MLA Deborah Erskine sent her deepest sympathy and […]
Funeral of Arlene Foster’s mother to take place today
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Funeral of former First Minister Arlene Foster mother, Georgina (Georgie) Kelly, is to take place in Lisnaskea today. Julia Georgina (Georgie) Kelly died peacefully in the South West Acute Hospital on Friday (June 20). Local MLA Deborah Erskine sent her deepest sympathy and condolences to the Foster, Kelly and Keenan family circles on behalf of Fermanagh […]
Enniskillen mourns death of businesswoman Kathleen
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THE Enniskillen community has been left deeply saddened following the death of Kathleen McHugh, a respected businesswoman, who was remembered as having “a smile for everyone”. Formerly of Ashwoods Road in Enniskillen, Mrs McHugh passed away peacefully on Wednesday. She was one of three children born to James and Margaret Carleton. She enjoyed a close […]