FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council collected one of the lowest amounts of household waste in the North, as concerns grow among ratepayers and homeowners who say they wait weeks at times for their bins to be lifted. The ‘Herald understands that, in some areas of the county, residents are waiting more than four weeks for […]
Special recognition for Manor House Country Hotel
THE Manor House Country Hotel in Enniskillen was “absolutely delighted” after its spa was named ‘Best Day Spa / Boutique Spa in Northern Ireland’ at the NI Beauty Excellence Awards. The Enniskillen hotel was recognised for its ethical practices, service and high guest satisfaction at the major awards ceremony which celebrated some of the top […]
Maguiresbridge ‘eco councillors’ celebrate Green Flag
MAGUIRESBRIDGE Primary School has reached an impressive milestone after picking up a prestigious Green Flag Award, recognising their commitment to environmental sustainability and eco-friendly practices. This achievement highlights the schools dedication to fostering a greener future, with the whole school working hard together on three major topics on outdoor learning, healthy living, and water. Some […]
New ‘MacNean’ hurling club bridges the border
THERE’S a new chapter being written for hurling and camogie in this corner of the country — and it’s one that’s already turning heads. MacNean Hurling Club, a newly formed cross-border hurling club, has officially launched this summer. It’s a unique collaboration between Belcoo O’Rahallaigh and Shannon Gaels, aimed at opening the code to more children […]
Lisnaskea banking decision branded ‘pathetic’ by MLA
THE fight for Fermanagh’s right to access cash is continuing, after it was confirmed an appeal to bring banking services back to the second largest town in the county had failed. Lisnaskea has been without a bank for over a year now, after its last one – Ulster Bank – closed down last March. There have since […]
Fermanagh man opens up about addiction to Class A drugs
A FERMANAGH man who came close to death after years of Class A drug abuse has warned that addiction is ‘everywhere’ as Enniskillen faces what he calls a worsening drugs crisis. Daniel Wills, originally from Newcastle upon Tyne, moved to Fermanagh in 1987 and attended school in Enniskillen. It was during those school years that […]
Council warns Fermanagh motorists of parking scam
Fermanagh and Omagh Council issued the warning after fake QR stickers were placed on pay and display machines in Mid Ulster.
Strong support for new Cancer Focus centre
THE Enniskillen and wider Fermanagh community is continuing to rally in support of a leading charity group which has set up a major state-of-the-art centre to help people living with cancer. A range of fundraising initiatives have been taking place recently to support the development of the Cancer Focus therapeutic centre, which has been established […]
Stacey’s message of hope for women living with alopecia
A FERMANAGH woman who lost her hair as a teenager is calling for better support for people across the North living with alopecia. Stacey McCabe, a mother-of-two from Belcoo, recently underwent pioneering mesh hair integration treatment in London. It has transformed her confidence after years of struggling with wigs, sprays and self-doubt. Speaking to the ‘Herald, […]
Police appeal following Fermanagh drink driving arrests
Three drivers were arrested for drink driving in Fermanagh yesterday, including two before 1pm.