TEN Ederney men have cycled the length of Ireland, raising thousands of pounds for three local charities. Marty Gallogley, Columba Gallen, Raymond McFarland, Marty Monaghan, Dessie Noble, Sean Donnelly, Donal Gormley, Marty McGrath, Justin Maguire, and Stephen McElrone braved the elements for the remarkable journey from Mizen Head in Cork to Malin Head in Donegal. […]
Council chairman pledges focus on tourism in Fermanagh
THE chairman of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has vowed to continue ‘developing our niche in tourism’ as the county prepares for what could be a challenging 2025. Ulster Unionist Party councillor John McClaughry, who was elected chairman in June, said boosting tourism has been his main focus so far. “We have to keep developing […]
Man charged with voyeurism after alleged incident
Police investigating a report of suspicious activity around public toilets at commercial premises in Enniskillen on Monday have charged a man to court. The man, aged 62, was arrested on Tuesday afternoon. He has since been charged with voyeurism and is due to appear before Dungannon Magistrates’ Court later today (Wednesday). A PSNI spokesperson said: […]
Country music star Derek Ryan tunes up for success
Local country music star Derek Ryan unveils a special collaboration with popular folk duo Foster and Allen. The Carlow native, who now lives in Enniskillen, has teamed up with the popular pair to record a new single, titled ‘The Good Ole Days’. Irish music legends Foster & Allen mark a monumental milestone in 2025 – […]
Fermanagh school continues ICT fundraising bid
ST Patrick’s Primary School in Derrygonnelly has expressed sincere gratitude to the local community after raising over £5,000 towards the development of a modern, fully-equipped ICT suite. The school’s ambitious fundraising drive aims to purchase 30 computers, chairs, and computer benches for its pupils, alongside upgrading lighting, heating systems, and covering installation, painting, and flooring costs. With […]
Winter pressures mount on Fermanagh health service
By Niamh McGovern THE Western Trust continues to face severe pressures on services this winter, with ‘full escalation of beds on all wards and departments’. On Sunday, the Trust recorded 286 attendances across Altnagelvin Hospital and South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), with 86 patients waiting for a bed and 163 waiting in the Emergency Department. […]
Fermanagh Stroke Support Group gifts £72,500 to charity
FERMANAGH Stroke Support Group was established ten years ago and since then until its winding up on December 31 2023, the charity has enjoyed great support from the people of Enniskillen and surrounding districts. Everyone associated with the charity is grateful to its many volunteers and benefactors. Countless stroke victims have availed of the warmth […]
Car set on fire during attack in Enniskillen yesterday
Police are investigating an incident yesterday during which a car was set on fire in Enniskillen. It happened in the Factory Road/Floraville area of the town yesterday at approximately 7pm. A PSNI spokesperson said: “If anyone has any information in relation to this matter police request that they call in on 101 quoting police reference […]
Time running out for XL Bully dogs to be exempted
XL Bully owners have just a couple of days to apply for an Exemption Certificate to avoid their dog being seized and facing court action. The deadline to apply to their local council online is midnight on December 31, 2024. For XL Bully dogs to be eligible for exemption they must be microchipped, licenced and […]
Kinawley gears up for star-studded ‘Keeping it Country’
A LARGE crowd is expected to gather at the Kinawley Community Centre on Friday, December 27, for the highly anticipated ‘Keeping it Country’ show, headlined by the award-winning Mick Flavin. The 75-year-old country music legend from Longford, who has been entertaining fans since the early 1980s, will make his much-anticipated return to the venue, where […]