Concern over impact of new Fermanagh bypass bridge


THE are calls for the new bridge planned as part of the Enniskillen Bypass project to be re-designed to reflect and complement its stunning lakeland surroundings. A group of concerned local citizens have urged the powers-that-be to rethink the current “standard, off-the-shelf” design of the crossing at the start of the planned bypass on the A4. In […]

Next stage of Ulster Canal opens


THE official opening of a multi-million pound development to the Ulster Canal could result in a major increase in tourism and a better environment in Fermanagh, as the summer season begins. Phase 2 of the Ulster Canal was recently completed by Waterways Ireland, following a €28.4 million investment in inland waterways, greenways and blueways across Ireland. During […]

Latest big name confirmed for Enniskillen retail park


ONE of Ireland’s leading home decor and retail giants has been confirmed as the latest big firm set to take centre stage at the Lakelands Retail Park in Enniskillen. The Herald understands that ‘Harry Corry’, which currently is situated at Erneside Shopping Centre, is set to move its premises to the future Lakelands Retail and Leisure […]

40-unit development at Sligo Road in Enniskillen


A NEW development on the Sligo Road in Enniskillen will bring 40 new homes to the area. The build is progressing to the first phase of 20 units, with an estimated handover for the full project aimed to be in early 2026. This general needs scheme is part of the local housing association Choice Housing’s commitment to […]

Work picks up on McDonald’s drive-thru in Enniskillen


MCDONALD’S has said it’s hoping that the new drive-thru in Enniskillen will be opened later ‘this year’. Major work is ongoing at the site of the former TP Topping car dealership in the town, with excitement growing as to what the new drive-thru will mean for the major fast-food chain. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council […]

Fermanagh play parks reopen after improvement works


THE Council has confirmed the reopening of the Community Centre and St Davog’s Play Parks in Belleek following improvement works as part of the Council’s ongoing Play Park Strategy. The improvement works at both play parks provide a range of enhanced, accessible and inclusive play facilities for children and young people across the local area. This […]

Work continues at Unipork site in Fermanagh


WORK is continuing at pace on the exciting new shopping and leisure development at the site of the old Unipork factory in Enniskillen. SDS Design engineers have released photographs of the quick progress of the new Lakelands Retail and Leisure Park. The retail development will bring popular shopping brands to the town such as the popular Home Bargains, The […]

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 […]