THE Belleek community has been saddened following the passing of much-loved and respected local businessman Kevin Gilmartin. Formerly of Cliff Road in Belleek, Mr Gilmartin passed away peacefully at his residence, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family. Kevin, the youngest of eight, continued his education at Ballyshannon Technical School after primary school, cycling […]
Sadness at death of respected Fermanagh teacher
TRIBUTES have been paid across the Fermanagh community following the death of respected teacher Oliver McLoughlin. Formerly of Lurganboy in Newtownbutler, Mr McLoughlin passed away suddenly but peacefully in hospital on Friday (November 14). Mr McLoughlin was a much-loved teacher at St Michael’s College, where he specialised in Latin, as well as teaching a range […]
‘They have been in our minds’, says Lisbellaw manager
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ULSTER IHC FINAL THE memory of the much-loved Vanessa Whyte and her children James and Sara will be “in the minds” of the Lisbellaw players when they take to Clones on Sunday in the Ulster Intermediate Hurling Final. Earlier this year, the Lisbellaw and extended Fermanagh community was devastated when the three respected club members […]
Fermanagh mourns passing of well-known Hubert Lucy
THE Enniskillen community was left saddened following the passing of William Hubert Lucy, a well-known resident in the town, who was a friend to many. Formerly of Lisgoole Park in Enniskillen, Mr Lucy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29. One of five children born to parents William and Mary, Mr Lucy was a popular […]
Fermanagh mourns the loss of ‘selfless’ Catherine
THE Lisnaskea community has been united in grief following the passing of Catherine Mulligan, a devoted mother of four whose warmth, humour and boundless generosity touched the lives of all who knew her. Formerly of Trasna Way, Lisnaskea, Catherine passed away peacefully on Friday (November 7) at Omagh Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Trasna […]
Fermanagh mourns the death of Canon Kille
TRIBUTES have been paid across the community following the sad passing of Canon Edwy Kille who was remembered for his ‘compassionate and humble’ nature. Canon Edwy Kille passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, aged 95-years-old. Originally from Somerset, Canon Kille ministered in Aghadrumsee, Clogh and Drumsnatt Parishes in South Fermanagh, where he […]
Fundraiser to mark Kelly Lynch’s birthday
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A COMMUNITY fundraiser, ‘A Day for Kelly,’ will be held in Dundalk on September 7 in memory of young Lisnaskea woman Kelly Lynch. A Day For Kelly is a heartfelt family fun day in memory of Kelly Lynch, created to bring people together in her honour and raise awareness in her name. It is aimed […]
Man dies following one-vehicle incident in Fermanagh
THE Fermanagh community has been left shocked and saddened after a man, believed to be aged in his 50s, died following a serious one-vehicle collision which occurred yesterday (Wednesday). The Emergency Services were called to the scene of an incident which occurred on Gardrum Road in Mullaghdun, yesterday afternoon. It’s understood that the man was […]
Shock as man dies on Cuilcagh Mountain
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A MAN has died after following a medical emergency on Cuilcagh Mountain yesterday morning (Sunday), it has been reported. Northern Sound FM reported that a number of emergency services, including the North West Mountain Rescue Team, were called to the scene of the incident early yesterday morning. It’s also understood that the National Ambulance Service, […]
Tributes paid to former Dean of Clogher
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WARM tributes have been paid following the passing of the former Dean of Clogher, Reverend Raymond Craigmile Thompson, who also served as Rector of Sion Mills and Urney in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Dean Thompson passed away peacefully on Sunday surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Irvinestown. He retired in 2009 […]