Final rehearsals are in full swing as the Lakeland Players prepare to celebrate 40 years of pantomime magic. Their anniversary production promises all the familiar panto fun, with songs, jokes and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. “These last days of rehearsals have been spent in a whirl of singing, dancing, and finding where you […]
Fermanagh mourns death of curer Pat
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THERE has been an outpouring of sadness across the county following the passing of Patrick McGrade, who was a popular figure in the farming community and well-known for his many cures. Formerly of Coolcran in Tempo, Mr McGrade passed away peacefully on January 5. A respected figure in the farming community, Mr McGrade was renowned […]
Fermanagh roads impassable due to icy conditions
Road users are being advised the Moybrone Road, Letterbreen and Tiravally Road, Florencecourt are impassable due to treacherous icy conditions. “Please avoid both these areas, and seek alternative routes for your journey at this time,” a PSNI spokesperson said.
Fermanagh wakes to dangerous black ice this morning
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Fermanagh woke up this morning to treacherous conditions as a widespread sheet of black ice settled across the county overnight. Roads, footpaths and car parks appeared deceptively clear, but freezing temperatures left many surfaces dangerously slippery, catching out early commuters and school runs alike. With temperatures expected to remain low throughout the day, icy patches […]
Could McKenna be in the running for Man United return?
FERMANAGH man Kieran McKenna could be considered for a return to Old Trafford, following the departure of Ruben Amorim from the Manchester United hotseat this morning (Monday). Speculation is now mounting as to who will be the next Man United boss, after the club confirmed that Amorim was relieved of his duties. McKenna, who is […]
Irvinestown student receives scholarship award
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A FERMANAGH student is among three from the South West College to be awarded prestigious Community Scholarships, worth a combined total of £31,200, to cover full-time tuition fees for all three years of their study. The scholarships awarded to Danielle Denley, from Irvinestown, and Connor McCusker and Luke Mimnagh, both from Omagh, form part of SWC’s ongoing commitment to […]
Council chair to lead fight for rural services in 2026
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CHAIRMAN of Fermanagh and Omagh Council, Councillor Barry McElduff, will be prioritising rural services in the year ahead. Cllr McElduff has five months left in his term, and said he has been ‘truly privileged to fulfil this role and I look forward to working closely with fellow Councillors, Council officials, social partners and the wider community […]
Top-class cattle impresses judges at Breeders Show
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THERE was a high standard of cattle on display at the recent Fermanagh Pedigree Breeders Calf Show, held at the Ulster Farmers’ Mart Exhibition Centre in Enniskillen. More than 55 calves from Continental and Native breeds, along with a number of quality commercial animals, were presented before judge Victor Chestnutt. They competed across 38 classes for […]
Company donates £4,000 to Diabetes UK Fermanagh branc
RJ Mitten & Sons Ltd recently presented a £4,000 donation to the Diabetes UK Fermanagh Branch, continuing the company’s long-standing tradition of supporting charitable causes. Each year, the company makes a generous donation to a chosen charity in lieu of customer gifts. This year’s chosen beneficiary, Diabetes UK Fermanagh Branch, received the donation to support […]
Knockninny Credit Union issues £1m in loans in year
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A SMALL local credit union has enjoyed a record year, issuing almost £1 million in loans while boosting members’ shares to over £4.5 million. Addressing the 53rd AGM of Knockninny Credit Union, chairperson Donal McPhillips said the organisation “continues to deliver vital financial services to all members in our common bond.” He revealed that over […]