A MAJOR new housing development in a Fermanagh village, that could see its population swell by 50-per-cent, has been given the green light by planners. Meanwhile, in a separate development, 120 more houses have also been given the go ahead in the county for the county town. At the January meeting of the Council’s planning […]
Work begins on Belcoo development
WORK is undergoing on a “significant” new development to the existing facilities at MacNean Park which will lead to a major benefit for the local Belcoo and extended Fermanagh community. The Belcoo O’Rahilly’s club has recently agreed a deal with McGrath Contracts to develop its facilities and excitement is building in the locality as to what it’ll […]
Meeting hear concern and conspiracies on Lakeland Forum
By Niamh McGovern A DRAWN out discussion on the redevelopment plans for Fermanagh Lakeland Forum saw councillors butt heads at a recent meeting of the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council. The Forum has been cause of much conflict within council, with some members expressing ‘severe reservations’ about the project on a regular basis. At the […]
Bypass decision welcomed after Fermanagh road incidents
WITH the dangers of Fermanagh roads firmly highlighted following a spate of devastating accidents, the agreement for the development of the Enniskillen Bypass has been welcomed. Calls are increasing locally for improvement to the county’s roads and Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister, John O’Dowd, confirmed a multi-million pound investment for the bypass. Residents were left concerned […]
New Lakeland Forum won’t include a sauna and steam room
THE Council is certainly feeling the heat after it was confirmed that there are no plans to include a sauna or steam room in the new multi-million pound Fermanagh Lakeland Forum. The Enniskillen leisure centre is set to close later this month until 2027 for the much-anticipated redevelopment project, but serious questions have being raised […]
Gas upgrade works paused in Enniskillen
EVOLVE has announced the temporary suspension of gas upgrade works in Enniskillen town centre for the Christmas and New Year period. The suspension will come into effect from Monday 25 November, and remain in place until early January next year. Outstanding works will be completed this week ahead of the pause, aimed at reducing disruption during […]
Plan to dual the A4 still on the agenda
THE PLAN to dual the main Enniskillen to Sligo road is still on the agenda. However, as always, funding could be a long time coming. The ambitious plan to upgrade the A4 from Ballygawley to Belcoo, and then the subsequent N16 from Blacklion to Sligo, has been floated for many years, and while the funds may not […]
Official opening of new McDonald’s in Enniskillen nears
WORK is ongoing at a steady rate at the new McDonald’s in Enniskillen as its opening date gets closer. Excitement is building in the town and the county as the much-anticipated new site for McDonald’s prepares for its opening, on November 27, four weeks from today (Wednesday). Major development has been ongoing at the former TP […]
‘Little Mess Fermanagh’ celebrates first birthday
A FERMANAGH mother has turned her passion for “messy play” into a thriving business that is helping children across the county. Unique messy play classes are a fun and interactive way for children to develop important skills. It offers a wealth of benefits for children’s overall development, providing them with opportunities to engage their senses, explore their creativity, […]
Lakelands Retail Park bowling alley plans skittled?
CONCERN is growing for the future of the much-anticipated leisure facilities at the Lakelands Retail and Leisure Park. Speculation has been mounting over the past week after it emerged plans were being drawn up for what appears to be a new Lidl store at the park, which until now was not part of the plans for the development on the site of the […]