Fermanagh sports funding branded ‘disgusting’
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THE level of central funding granted to local sports clubs and community organisations has been branded “disgusting” and “a continuation of the neglect of Fermanagh.” Over the past three years Sports NI has allocated a total of 3.25 percent of funding to the Fermanagh and Omagh area. The lowest allocation was this year, with 1.3 percent in 2024/25, […]

Thrilling finale to Fermanagh Classic Fishing Festival
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The 48th Fermanagh Classic Fishing Festival culminated in a thrilling finale on Friday with Mark Silman, from Doncaster, reeling in the heaviest weight of 41.610kg over the three-day event, netting the winner’s cheque of £5,000 and the coveted Belleek Trophy. Lisnaskea man, Jordan Hall, secured a remarkable second place, harnessing his angling prowess to reel […]

Geopark to reopen after storm damage


ONE of the county’s main geopark sites “will be open intermittently in the weeks ahead” as the responsible authorities continue to clear up the mass devastation caused by Storm Éowyn. Significant damage has been caused at the Lough Navar Forest and Scenic Drive in the storm. It’s understood that the tourist hotspot will reopen to […]

Fermanagh to walk in memory of Martina McMahon


PEOPLE in Fermanagh and Tyrone are expected to take part in a 23-mile walk from Trillick to Roslea next week to raise money and remember the life of the “very special” Martina McMahon. An outpouring of grief was expressed across the county’s last year when mother-of-two Ms McMahon, who was a stalwart of local GAA […]

Fermanagh mans appeal after ‘gift’ liver transplant


A LOCAL father who describes himself as “totally back from the dead” has passionately urged others to consider organ donation after a life-saving transplant transformed his life. Sean Maguire, an electrician from Donagh, found himself working in an environment with vermin. This led him to becoming unwell and being admitted to hospital. “I was working […]

Higginbotham takes the reins at Enniskillen Rangers


By Jonathan Hogan   Enniskillen Rangers have appointed Darren Higginbotham as their new first team manager, following Michael Kerr’s departure after last week’s season closer against Killen.   Higginbotham, who enjoyed a successful spell with Irvinestown Wanderers — guiding them back to Division One — finished the season alongside Ryan Campbell at Kesh, helping steer […]