THE Northern Ireland Economy Minister said that Fermanagh’s inclusion in the Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands scheme will result in “a real opportunity to boost tourism” in the county. Dr Caoimhe Archibald confirmed the news during a visit to Enniskillen yesterday (Wednesday), with the decision broadly welcomed by many in Fermanagh. “I’m delighted to be announcing county […]
Men jailed after cannabis factory found in Enniskillen
TWO men were jailed today after police uncovered a cannabis factory in an Enniskillen house. On February 27 this year, police carried out a search of a residential property at Menapian Way in the town and located 111 cannabis plants growing in four rooms, along with evidence of cultivating equipment such as fans, lighting and […]
Bogue eager for more after season to remember in Oz
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DAYS after she helped North Melbourne to back-to-back AFLW Grand Final victories, Bláithín Bogue is set to undergo major surgery for a shoulder injury which she’s carried through the season. The 25-year-old from Tempo etched her name into the history books on Saturday when she played a key role as the ‘Roos’ overpowered Brisbane Lions to win […]
Fivemiletown College releases heartfelt Christmas video
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THIS CHRISTMAS, Fivemiletown College has released a heartwarming festive video celebrating the school and its community. Working alongside Philip Anderson Films, colleagues Andrea McNeary and Izzy Galloway brought the project to life with the support of talented pupils and staff. Together, they have created a truly special Christmas video that celebrates the spirit of Fivemiletown […]
Enniskillen footbridge to close for essential works
AN Enniskillen footbridge will be closed this week for essential maintenance work. The footbridge, which links Derrychara Playing Fields to Castle Basin Promenade, will be closed from 8am-5pm on Wednesday, December 3 and Thursday, December 4. A spokesperson for Fermanagh and Omagh District Council said no pedestrian access will be available across the bridge during […]
Fermanagh rallies to raise funds for Bright Eyes
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COMMUNITIES across Fermanagh have been coming together to try to save Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary. Fermanagh’s largest and longest-established animal sanctuary announced last month that it could be facing closure unless it received urgent financial support. After more than three decades of rescuing and rehoming abandoned dogs and cats, Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary announced it could […]
Fermanagh influencer backs hospital campaign
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LOCAL influencer Danielle Collins has added her voice to the growing campaign to protect hospital services in Fermanagh, warning that current travel times to Altnagelvin are ‘unacceptable’ for rural patients. Speaking in a recent Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) video, Ms Collins highlighted the reality facing local residents, who must undertake a two-hour journey for emergency surgical care. “I […]
Two fatalities following Fermanagh road collision
Police have confirmed that two men have passed away as a result of the collision involving the Donegal to Dublin bus on the Derrylin Road last night.
Fears rise after Trust comments at committee meeting
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At a Stormont health committee held in South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), committee members engaged with representatives of both hospital campaign group Save Our Acute Services and then the senior executive team of the Western Trust. The SOAS delegation of Helen Hamill, Karen Eccles and Jimmy Hamill presented testimony of the mounting human toll that […]
Fermanagh community honours much-loved Eileen
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STAFF and clients at Lakeland Community Care honoured the life of their beloved colleague, Eileen McBarron, this week. The gathering at Teemore Business Complex, was also attended by representatives from Pulmonary Fibrosis Northern Ireland (PFNI), and celebrated Eileen’s legacy and marked a generous act of remembrance. Valerie Brown, ambassador for PFNI, Clare Donohoe, co-ordinator of the charity, and her […]