ST Patrick’s Donagh defender Conor McDermott says there’s “a massive hunger within the team” as they bid to qualify for the Ulster Junior Club Championship Final this weekend. The Fermanagh champions travel to St Tiernach’s Park in Clones on Saturday afternoon (November 15) to take on Tyrone winners Clogher in the last four and the […]
Controversial recycling booking system progressing
A CONTROVERSIAL plan to introduce a booking system to all recycling centres locally is now looking increasingly certain to take place despite widespread opposition. It is part of a series of what the Council described as health and safety improvements which are costing in the region of almost £4 million and are likely to be […]
Multi-million water investment for Fermanagh welcomed
A NEW multi-million pound investment which is set to tackle water pollution in Fermanagh and a number of its border counties has been warmly welcomed. PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body, confirmed the Water Enhancements through Sustainable Treatment project at Finn Lough will amount to £32 million. It represents a dynamic […]
Enniskillen event to celebrate SWAH’s neonatal team
IN HONOUR of World Prematurity Day 2025, the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) Neonatal Team are hosting a heart-warming community coffee morning. The aim is to give local families a chance to reconnect, reflect, and rejoice in the journeys that began in their unit. The event takes place at St McCartan’s Cathedral Hall, Enniskillen on November 17 […]
Council to give extra £10k for Enniskillen celebrations
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ST PATRICKS Day festivities in Enniskillen and Omagh are to receive an additional boost of £10,000. At the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC) Regeneration and Community committee last night councillors approved the additional funding for the 2026 events across the district. An independent economic assessment estimated that last year’s celebrations were worth around £1.4m […]
Dealership launches Christmas toy appeal
Monaghan Brothers in Lisnaskea have launched their first ever Christmas Toy and Gift Appeal to support local families in need. The dealership, known for its year-round support of local charities and businesses, hopes to bring extra Christmas joy to children in the community this festive season. They are asking local people to donate new toys […]
£10k sought to extend Enniskillen’s St Patrick’s events
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THE St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Enniskillen look set to get even bigger. An independent economic assessment estimated last year’s celebrations were worth around £1.4m to the local economy. Organisers of the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in Enniskillen now want to run events over two days, and have asked Fermanagh and Omagh District for an […]
Fermanagh village ready for big weekend of music
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EXCITEMENT is building in Kinawley as Benaughlin CCE prepares to host its inaugural ‘Gathering”’ weekend from November 14 to 16. This brand-new event, run in partnership with Kinawley Community Centre, promises to be a vibrant celebration of traditional Irish music, song, and dance. It will bring together people of all ages to share in the rich […]
Fermanagh stars steal the show at One Act Festival
THE ENNISKILLEN One Act Festival made a triumphant return to the Ardhowen this month, delivering three unforgettable nights of theatre. Over the course of the festival, nine short plays lit up the stage, each one showcasing the raw talent, creativity, and passion of local theatre groups. This year’s Enniskillen One Act Festival culminated in a series […]
Fermanagh mourns the death of Canon Kille
TRIBUTES have been paid across the community following the sad passing of Canon Edwy Kille who was remembered for his ‘compassionate and humble’ nature. Canon Edwy Kille passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, aged 95-years-old. Originally from Somerset, Canon Kille ministered in Aghadrumsee, Clogh and Drumsnatt Parishes in South Fermanagh, where he […]