THE Fermanagh community has been left devastated following the sad passing of six-year-old Sadie Hussey who was described as ‘a lovely bright girl’. After a battle with illness, Sadie passed away on Tuesday, April 16. Derrygonnelly Harps GFC paid tribute to Sadie who they described as being ‘full of positive energy’. “We have heard today […]
Excitement at plans for new development in Fermanagh
EXCITING plans are in store for Derrygonnelly, with a potential multi-million pound development of Lough Navar Forest in the works. Stretching over 2,600 hectares and running up through the renowned Magho cliffs, Lough Navar Forest is a popular tourist attraction with its many walks a popular stop-off to the county. The Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark […]
Rachel McConnell’s set to release new music
Singing sensation Rachel McConnell has said she’s ‘delighted’ with the success of her new single which is set to hit the airwaves next week. The former Glór Tire contestant, pictured right, has confirmed that she’s going to launch ‘Nobody But A Fool’ to the delight of her growing fans and audience. “I’m delighted to say […]
Future looks grim for Fermanagh’s county women’s teams
The ‘pathetic’ treatment of Fermanagh’s women’s county teams has left young players ‘devastated’.
PICTURES: Heavy snow brings Fermanagh to a standstill
THE Fermanagh community woke up this morning [Friday] to a heavy blanket of snow which has caused disruption across the county. A number of schools in Enniskillen and the surrounding areas have closed and the Police Service of Northern Ireland are encouraging motorists to not take unnecessary journeys. “Police have received several reports of vehicles […]
WATCH… Rollerskating group glides into town
LEANNA is gliding into town with her new roller-skating club. Glide and Groove Roller-skate Club has kickstarted in Fermanagh bringing back an old-school sport to the local community. Leanna Kirkup is behind the move and runs the club. She developed her love for roller-skating when living in London and the passion grew from there. “I had a friend who invited […]
Sadness at death of much-loved Elizabeth Greene
THE Derrygonnelly community was left deeply saddened following the death of much-loved teacher Elizabeth Greene who left ‘a lasting impression’ on many pupils in West Fermanagh. Formerly of Mullykivet in Derrygonnelly, Ms Greene, 68, passed away peacefully on Tuesday. Born in Belmore Street in Enniskillen to parents Denis and Laura Joan Hughes, Ms Greene (nee Hughes) […]
Derrygonnelly’s Karl links up with Claudia Buckley
AHEAD of making his debut on ‘Glór Tíre’, Karl Kirkpatrick recently teamed up with his mentor at a sold-out Mahon’s Hotel in Irvinestown. Claudia Buckley is quickly becoming one of Ireland’s top Country music stars and she was the special guest in Irvinestown for a recent concert. She was joined on stage by Derrygonnelly singer […]
GARDENING: Now’s the time to start planting those trees
IT’S brilliant February has arrived, every gardener knows what that means, it’s the perfect time to start planting those trees we forgot to plant last year just before the spring hits us with a bang. There is such a large variety of trees that we can plant some fine examples include Alder, Birch, Acer, Laburnum, Malus, […]
Derrygonnelly farmer Karl ready for TG4’s ‘Glór Tíre’
Derrygonnelly farmer Karl Kirkpatrick is set to put his singing talents to the test later this when he performs on TG4 talent show ‘Glór Tíre’. The talented musician, who regularly performs alongside Pettigo’s Paul Kelly, is one of eight Country music singers who are set to appear in the new series of the popular programme. […]