AN occupational therapist who set off to volunteer in a severely unresourced hospital in Cambodia last week said she’s “amazed at the resilience” of the people who live with major health conditions. Karen Murphy from Derrygonnelly, a former Mount Lourdes student, is a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist who works at Kingsbridge Hospital. She also runs a […]
EADS to perform its first ever Wilde play
By Annie Flynn HUMOUR, wit and downright absurdity is how Enniskillen amateur dramatic society spokesperson describes their latest upcoming play, Oscar’s Wilde’s– The importance of being Earnest. The play will be performed at the Ardhowen Theatre from 13–15 February at 8pm. EADS is one of the longest running drama groups in Ireland, formed in 1928. The importance […]
Armstrong calls for improved dog breeding welfare
DIANA Armstrong MLA met with representatives from Dogs Trust at an event hosted by the charity in Stormont recently, with the aim of improving welfare for dogs and their owners. The charity held the event in Parliament Buildings to raise awareness of the need for responsible dog breeding and rehoming, and how current legislation could […]
Bawnacre Centre manager reflect on 40 years at the helm
GEORGE Beacom said it’s “a privilege to serve all sections” of the Fermanagh community after he was recognised with an award to celebrate his 40-plus years of employment with the Council. The Bawnacre Centre manager is one of the county’s most recognisable figures. He’s been to the fore at the Irvinestown facility since it opened in […]
New gambling measures welcomed
FAMILIES who have lost loved ones to gambling addictions have welcomed Stormont’s latest measures to curb the issue, as the cost-of-living crisis continues to have an impact. Sinn Féin recently passed a motion at Stormont, which would see greater support networks and an improvement to services made available for people living with gambling addictions locally. […]
Cancer fundraising events confirmed for Fermanagh
LOCAL groups have praised the community for “making a lasting difference to cancer patients and their families” as anticipation builds towards the development of a new support centre. Anticipation is building in Enniskillen towards the development of the Cancer Focus Support Centre in the town, which is aiming to make a difference to cancer patients and […]
Lough Erne’s McCauley is Golf Manager of the Year
This latest achievement for Barry follows his promotion to the position of Director of Golf at Lough Erne Resort.
St Mary’s Teemore pupils keep tradition of St Brigid
By Annie Flynn PUPILS from St Mary’s Primary School Teemore spent last Thursday afternoon making St Brigid’s crosses in preparation for February 1st, St Brigid’s Day. The children in classes P3, 4, 6 and 7 spent last Wednesday evening collecting rushes. Fiona Drumm, a teacher in the school, explained, “The pupils went out the night […]
Fermanagh man Stephen (25) had ‘a hunger for life’
AN outpouring of grief has been expressed throughout Fermanagh following the death of much-loved Stephen McCarthy, who passed away following a battle with illness. The 25-year-old died peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital on Tuesday (January 28). Stephen has been described as “a bright, articulate young man with a hunger for life” by his auntie Fiona McCarthy. […]
Fermanagh students make a splash at Ulster Champs
Fourteen Fermanagh swimmers represented their respective schools at the USSA Ulster Schools’ Championships held at the Ards Blair Mayne Leisure Centre, in Newtownards, on Saturday. This gala was aimed at swimmers in key stages three and four and three local post-primary schools were well represented by Enniskillen Lakelanders’ members among the competitors. Emma Speer (14) representing Devenish College […]