TRIBUTES have been paid following the passing of Andrew Knox who was remembered as “a true gentleman of the brass band community”. Formerly of Snowhill Road, Cornafannoge, Maguiresbridge, Mr Knox passed away suddenly at the South West Acute Hospital on Christmas day. Maguiresbridge Silver Band paid tribute to their long-term member and much-loved friend. “It was with heavy hearts […]
Police investigate multiple shop thefts in Fermanagh
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Local police are investigating a number of reported thefts from shops across Fermanagh and Omagh. “In investigating the recent reported thefts we have determined that many of the incidents are very similar in the ‘modus operandi’ used by the suspects. We believe that by raising awareness of this apparent ‘modus operandi’ we can help business […]
Christmas joy as baby Charlie arrives at SWAH
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Midwives at South West Acute Hospital were delighted to welcome a Christmas Day baby, bringing extra joy to the festive season. Baby Charlie Andrews was born on Christmas Day, a special arrival for the Andrews family from the Brookeborough area. Hospital staff shared in the happiness of the occasion, welcoming the newborn as a true […]
Kesh top the tree with all to play for in F&W league
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FERMANAGH & WESTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE By Jonathan Hogan NFC KESH enter the Christmas break in fine fettle, topping Division One in a landmark year for the club. This season marks their 50th anniversary, celebrated with a civic reception from Fermanagh and Omagh District Council earlier this month, and there is a real eagerness at the […]
Oisin remembered with walkway at Fermanagh GAA club
A LARGE crowd turned out to Belcoo O’Rahilly’s GAA club on Sunday (December 21) for the official opening of a walkway in memory of their much-loved member Oisin McGrath. In 2015, the county was rocked when Oisin McGrath, pictured below, a Year 9 student at St Michael’s College and a talented sportsman, tragically died. To […]
€2.3 million cash boost for cross-border communities
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COMMUNITIES across Fermanagh and Monaghan are set to benefit from a major funding boost, as over €2.3 million has been secured to support a new cross-border initiative designed to strengthen neighbourhood resilience. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, in partnership with Monaghan County Council, The Executive Office and the Office of Emergency Planning, has secured over […]
Business unites with health team to bring joy
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A FERMANAGH business has teamed up with local health staff to support families across the community have a happy Christmas. As part of a major appeal over recent weeks, Monaghan Brothers transformed its Lisnaskea showroom into Santa’s grotto. Thanks to the generosity of local people, toys, games, vouchers and gift sets poured in, filling the flatbeds of three Isuzu […]
Hero dog Polly leaves SWAH staff paws-itively inspired
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STAFF at South West Acute Hospital recently enjoyed a very special and heart-warming visit, as an extraordinary four-legged hero paid a visit to the cardiology department. The remarkable canine ‘Polly’ the Golden Retriever, from Ballinamallard has been crowned a ‘Hero Dog’ by the British Heart Foundation, as it was her bark in the middle of […]
First Minister shares Christmas joy at Clogher school
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By Alan Rodgers THERE was a warm, festive glow in the Clogher Valley on Thursday as pupils of St Macartan’s Primary School gave the First Minister, Michelle O’Neill, a heartwarming Christmas reception to remember. As blustery showers cleared, students formed a guard of honour to welcome the leader. Inside, the seasonal spirit continued with a cup […]
Meeting to discuss rural banking issues
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RESIDENTS have called for “every possible avenue” to be explored to make banking services more accessible for people in Fermanagh, as many have been left isolated and concerned. Last year, in Lisnaskea, residents were left outraged when Ulster Bank, the last remaining bank in the town, closed down as part of the company’s rapid closure of […]