FUNDING for the Fermanagh Classic and the Pike Classic Fishing Festivals has had its funding reinstated by DAERA. This comes after DAERA previously withdrew funding for staff overtime, putting the angling events at major risk, prompting anger from anglers who make the trip to the county and local businesses who benefit. Local politicians were calling […]
Justin’s part time hobby turns full time hustle
By Annie Flynn WHEN life handed Ballinamallard man Justin Palmer lemons, he gave a master class in how to make lemonade. After being left stunned by the sudden diagnosis of a serious heart condition, the 27-year-old gave up his day job and followed his passion. Justin has now forged a new career that has seen […]
Fermanagh Irish dancers prepare to take on the world
A GROUP of young dancers at a local Irish dance school are preparing to take the stage at the prestigious World Championships. With months of rigorous training and unwavering commitment, these dancers are not just aiming for medals; they are striving to honour their roots and share the joy of their art with the world. […]
Long-awaited two year MOT plan launched
MOTORISTS across Fermanagh are being urged to have their say on a proposal to change the yearly MOT requirement to two years for some vehicles. The Department of Infrastructure has launched a consultation to seek the views of the public on changing the frequency of vehicle testing from an annual to biennial for some, as […]
‘It’s about workload, not pay’ teacher reject pay offer
FERMANAGH teachers have said they are campaigning for a reduction in their workload, and pay is not currently their priority. On Thursday, the majority of teachers’ unions rejected a 5.5 percent pay rise and took action short of strike from Monday. Local teacher and member of both the NASUWT executive committee and the Irish Congress of Trade Unions […]
Sewage pumped into River Erne
THERE has been anger and concern for public health in Enniskillen after a blockage led to a significant sewage spill into the River Erne this week. Residents of Riverside in the county town first noticed the problem on Sunday evening, across from Enniskillen Police Station, when raw human waste and discarded intimate items could be […]
SWAH campaign shows no signs of slowing
The team from SOAS are continuing to drive the campaign across Fermanagh to save SWAH services.
Fermanagh love stories that span decades: The Egertons
By Annie Flynn IN HONOUR of Valentine’s Day we asked some of Fermanagh’s longest married couples, their secret to maintaining a long, happy and healthy relationship. Gwen and Jimmy Egerton from Teemore, have been married for 54 years. They first met at the Silver Sandal Ballroom in Enniskillen. When asked what is the secret to […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Lisnaskea High School 50th party!
Do you recognise anyone who was at the 50th party for Lisnaskea High School? Tag them in the Facebook post! To read more on this story see this week’s Fermanagh Herald. Can’t get to the shop to collect your copy? No problem! You can download a copy straight to your device by following this link… […]
Fermanagh love stories that span decades: The Rooneys
By Annie Flynn IN HONOUR of Valentine’s Day we asked some of Fermanagh’s longest married couples, their secret to maintaining a long, happy and healthy relationship. John and Kathleen Rooney from Enniskillen met at a dance in Roslea and have been married for 50 years. When asked what is the secret to a long marriage? […]