A LARGE crowd is expected to take part in a fun run around Boho next month as part of a major fundraiser to raise money for the ongoing church renovations at the Parish of Botha. Work is well underway at the Sacred Heart Church Boho, which is the final church to be redeveloped in the […]
Smyth kicks 14 points as Erne ladies book semi spot
Fermanagh 2-18 Derry 4-7 Fermanagh ladies booked their place in the All-Ireland semi-final but with London still to play on Sunday, Erne manager, CJ McGourty has one aim – to top the group, after what he described as “not our best performance” on Wednesday night, against the Oak Leafers. Eimear Smyth was a shining light on a […]
Fermanagh runners lead the way in Belfast Marathon
A NUMBER of Fermanagh runners pulled on the trainers and pounded the pavements on Sunday as thousands of people took part in the Belfast City Marathon. It’s estimated that over 5,000 people ran the full 26.2 mile route ran through Belfast, finishing up at Ormeau Park, where they were greeted by a large crowd of supporters […]
Two deer killed on the Derrygonnelly Road
Motorists have been urged to take caution, with numerous reports of deer running aross the Derrygonnelly Road late at night.
Fermanagh adventurer Alan sets sail for Aisling Centre
RETIRED outdoor education instructor Alan Currans is setting sail to raise funds for the Aisling Centre in Enniskillen. He is planning on travelling around Scotland and Ireland to raise funds for the Centre’s psychotherapy and counseling services. Alan is undertaking this voyage in memory of friends who died by suicide. “Between 2006 and 2015, my friendship groups lost four […]
Fermanagh’s roads claim yet another crash victim
YET another young person has been left fighting for their life following another crash on Fermanagh’s roads this week. On Sunday emergency services were called to the scene of a collision between a Volkswagen Tiguan and a Suzuki motorcycle, on the main Sligo Road at the junction with the Corraglass Road in Letterbreen. Diversions were put […]
Final call for Fermanagh singer Karl Kirkpatrick
FERMANAGH singer Karl Kirkpatrick is now just one step away from winning one of Ireland’s biggest music competitions. Next week, the Derrygonnelly man will compete in the Grand Final of TG4 talent show ‘Glór Tíre’ where he hopes to win the ultimate prize at the Studio Telegael An Tullach arena in Galway. Kirkpatrick booked his place […]
Fermanagh community mourns death of Sadie Hussey
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 […]