Fermanagh GAA county team expenses rise by £97,000
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FERMANAGH’S county team expenses increased by £97,897 over the past 12 months, the ‘Herald understands. Katie Crudden, from Crudden Dolan Ltd, confirmed that the county team expenses for Fermanagh GAA for 2025 stands at £596,412, which is a significant jump from £498,515 for 2024. In a breakdown delivered to the County Convention on Monday, it […]


Fermanagh GAA clubs recognised for Irish promotion


TWO Fermanagh GAA clubs were recently recognised for their commitment to the Irish language at a glitzy awards ceremony at Croke Park. Newtownbutler and Enniskillen Gaels were awarded silver and bronze Fondúireacht Sheosaimh Mhic Dhonncha awards, which highlights their promotion and growth of the Irish language within their clubs. Fondúireacht Sheosaimh Mhic Dhonncha (FSMD) is […]


Fermanagh jiu jitsu star grapples to bronze in Dublin


FERMANAGH Brazilian Jiu Jitsu star Wiktow Sedziak recently won a bronze medal in the grey belt under 155lbs age 14/15 bracket at Grappling Industries in Dublin. The 15-year-old started well with a very fast finish against a strong opponent. The match went quickly to the ground after his opponent went for a double leg takedown which Wiktor took […]


Fermanagh wrestlers Love and McManus grapple to gold


FERMANAGH wrestlers Darragh Love and Naoise McManus were recently crowned national champions after standout performances at the Irish Freestyle Open Wrestling Championships. Thirteen athletes from the Erne Wrestling Club travelled to the National Sports Arena for the major competition, with the two local competitors winning gold medals in a major success for the club. Love […]


Fermanagh mums go the extra mile for rural school


WHEN it comes to community spirit, few gestures speak louder than going the extra mile – or 26.2 of them. This month, three inspiring local women – Sarah Shanley, Michelle McGovern, and Christina Elliott – are taking on the incredible challenge of the Dublin Marathon to raise vital funds for Killyhommon Primary School. With deep personal ties to the […]


Women set to run Dublin Marathon to support school
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When it comes to community spirit, few gestures speak louder than going the extra mile—or 26.2 of them. This month, three inspiring local women—Sarah Shanley, Michelle McGovern, and Christina Elliott—are taking on the incredible challenge of the Dublin Marathon to raise vital funds for Killyhommon Primary School. With deep personal ties to the school, including […]


Fermanagh’s Shelley honoured at national tech awards
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LOCAL advocate Shelley Cowan of Access Avenue Enniskillen, was honoured with a Special Initiative Recognition Award at the 2025 Diversity in Tech Awards in Dublin. A gifted speaker and passionate advocate, Shelley has faced many challenges along the way. Her strong commitment to inclusion, leadership and innovation has made her a role model both in […]


FLASHBACK FRIDAY: St Michael’s fans flock to Croke Park


GAA fans from across Fermanagh travelled to Croke Park in April 2019 for the Hogan Cup Final which saw St Michael’s College win the All-Ireland A College titles for the first time. Do you recognise anyone who appears in this week’s ‘Flashback Friday’ gallery? Tag them in our Facebook post!


Zach Bryan adds Fermanagh flair to concert
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AMERICAN Country music star Zach Bryan recently added a unique touch to his tour by hiring a mobile pub from Fermanagh. Roslea man Jonny McGeough has been on the road with The Hidden Naggin for eight years, with the pub-on-wheels proving a hit with celebrities across the country. The quirky venture didn’t begin as a […]