THERE has been public outrage following an attack on a bilingual sign posted for Crannog Way, Enniskillen, with the Irish translation for Crannog Way being defaced by vandals using black paint. Local councillor Tommy Maguire condemned the attack saying, “This type of racist vandalism is completely unacceptable. The local community campaigned hard to get these […]
Shutting up shop…retail sector still struggling
THE struggles facing the High Street in Enniskililen are increasingly evident in Enniskillen with a worrying amount of shops and other business premises lying vacant with shutters down. Belmore Street alone, for example, has a total of ten vacant premises. Turn the corner to Forthill Street and there’s several more. A similar story unfolds along […]
Enniskillen busker hopes to spread a little happiness
IT WOULD would be impossible for Fermanagh folk not to recognise the face of local busker Krum Maguire, who has been brightening up the streets of Enniskillen with his outstanding musical talents for over a year now. Despite suffering from a minor cold, due to the “occupational hazard” that comes with performing in unpredictable weather, […]
‘Crippling’ hike in rates leaves pubs on the brink
A SELECTION of local pub owners are now facing “uncertain times” following the massive increase to business rates by the ‘Land and Property Service’ (LPS) across the county. Despite promises made by the LPS and the Department of Finance (DoF) to be “fair and effective” in the rebalance of business rates, the Herald has learned […]
Fears Fire Service cuts ‘putting money before safety’
THERE are fears the Fire Service is putting balancing its budget before public safety concerns. The NI Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) recently met with a delegation of local councillors, who were concerned about the reduction of full time staff at Enniskillen station from five to three, supported by a part time service. It has […]
Workhouse project lands over £2m in public money
The upcoming works have been described as an ‘ambitious project’ which aims to breathe new life into the historic building.
Opinion split on Enniskillen leisure complex plan
The consultation on the development is ongoing with authorities set to make a decision after the consultation period has run its course.
Shock as ‘one of a kind’ Gael Malachy dies unexpectedly
The unexpected death of an Enniskillen Gael, described as ‘one of a kind’ has shocked the local community. Malachy McRoe aged 73 years, died on Sunday evening at his Cornagrade Road home. A true Enniskillener, born between the bridges, in Paget Square, he took an active interest in Gaelic games, particularly his first love, Hurling.. After […]
Social media frenzy after animal bones found
“THERE’S a killer on the loose” sang Thin Lizzy in a song that could have been the theme tune for Enniskillen last week, when panic gripped the town that a crazed child murderer was roaming the streets. In a classic case of Chinese whispers and an over-active rumour mill, fears were raised on Tuesday evening […]