THE next phase of the Ulster Canal project, which will have a significant impact in improving the waterways in Fermanagh, has been officially opened after its much-anticipated development. As part of the ambitious project, the Clones Marina has been launched with the works including a scenic waterway, looped walks and heritage facilities which links Clones […]
Fermanagh to run in memory of Oisin
HUNDREDS of people across Fermanagh will pull on the running shoes and take to the roads around Belcoo this summer for a major event to celebrate the life of the late Oisin McGrath. The Run for Oisin is scheduled to take next month, with a large crowd expected to turn out and compete in the […]
Fermanagh trad stars cycle to Clare for charity
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SOME of the county’s top traditional musicians recently jumped on their bikes and took part in a grueling 164 kilometre cycle to Clare to remember one of Ireland’s leading bodhrán players. Band members with The Tumbling Paddies, John McCann, Oisin McManus and Martin Treacy and music tutor Maggie Maguire were past of the ‘Wheels and Jigs’ […]
Leeds United fans remember Damian Fitzpatrick
LOCAL Leeds United supporters, who are set to travel to Dublin to see their side take on Italian giants AC Milan, raised over £1,000 for charity in memory of iconic figure Damian Fitzpatrick. Mr Fitzpatrick, who passed away this year, was a hugely respected and much-loved resident who was deep-rooted in local sport. He was […]
Phone signal blow for Fermanagh residents
SOME residents living in rural parts of Fermanagh are fearing they may be cut off after leading phone provider O2 confirmed it’s to remove 3G services across the North by the end of the year. The telecommunications service provider is following the agreement to switch off its 3G services, as part of a UK-wide campaign, […]
Fermanagh MP slams ‘shocking’ welfare reforms
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PAT Cullen has slammed the British Government for ‘targeting the most vulnerable in society’ after hundreds reached out to voice their fears over the proposed welfare and health reforms. The 60-year-old Carrickmore woman recently marked 12 months as the MP for Fermanagh and South Tyrone. During her first year as representative for local residents, the former nursing union […]
Neil Hannon ready for comeback tour
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FERMANAGH singer Neil Hannon is getting ready to headline a performance in front of 2,000 at an iconic venue in England as his much-loved band prepares to make a welcome return to the stage. The local man is set to take centre stage when the ‘Divine Comedy’ sell-out the Sheffield City Hall in October in […]
Clara named Lady of the Lake at Fermanagh festival
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IT HAS been a milestone week for Irvinestown’s Clara Corrigan, who graduated from university and was crowned Lady of the Lake 2025 the very next day. The 21-year-old is hoping to make her town proud and loves seeing the town come together to celebrate the long running festival. “On Thursday, the day before the opening, I […]
Fermanagh road closed due to car collision
THE Moorlough Road has been closed after a collision occurred in the area earlier today (Friday). “Police are advising motorists that the Moorlough Road between Lisnaskea and Donagh turn off is temporarily closed due to a collision,” a statement from the Police read/ “The road is impassable and motorists are advised to seek an alternative […]
Fermanagh pays tribute to former principal Vic Outram
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FORMER principal Vic Outram, who passed away last week, has left behind a strong legacy of strength and leadership at the school he helped lay the foundations for. The Fermanagh community was left saddened following the news of the death of the highly esteemed former principal of Enniskillen High School. “It is with deep sadness and […]