Yellow thunderstorm warning for Fermanagh


A yellow thunderstorm warning is in effect for Fermanagh today. “Heavy rain and a few thunderstorms may cause disruption in a few places, especially to travel, with isolated surface water flooding,” Met Éireann has said. The warning is valid from 11:00 Tuesday 15/07/2025 to 17:00 Tuesday 15/07/2025


Fermanagh singer shares shock neurological diagnosis
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A FERMANAGH country music star has announced she will be taking ‘time out from everything’ after being diagnosed with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). Lisa McHugh posted on her social media today that she has spent a scary and difficult couple of weeks in hospital. “After what has been an incredibly scary and very difficult couple of […]


Fermanagh youth set to star in Rock of Ages show


FERMANAGH School of Music and Performing Arts is turning up the volume this week with a high-energy production of Rock of Ages: Teen Edition, a feel-good blast from the past packed with big hair, bigger dreams, and iconic rock anthems. Featuring the music of ‘80s legends like Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, and Twisted […]


New role for MD of Balcas’ owners
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THE joint managing director of Glennon Brothers, which has acquired Fermanagh firm Balcas, has been appointed as the chairman of one of Ireland’s leading manufacturing businesses. Glennon Brothers took over Balcas in October 2021 in a multi-million pound takeover deal which has helped the Fermanagh company go from strength to strength and develop its facility. […]


Lisbellaw’s the best place to be for swifts
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LISBELLAW is taking flight in the effort to boost local biodiversity. The village is set to become a haven for swifts, thanks to a new initiative that sees specially designed swift boxes installed in the area. When Lisbellaw Area Initiative was formed a year and a half ago, one of their goals as part of […]


Fermanagh praised for welcoming ethnic minorities
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People from ethnic minority backgrounds say they are living free from prejudice and discrimination in Fermanagh, as the county continues to welcome families bringing their own cultures and identities to the area. This message of hope and integration comes in stark contrast to recent headlines from other parts of the North, where families have been […]


St Mary’s principal retires after 34 years in education
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AFTER an incredible 34 years of service, St Mary’s Brookeborough has bid a fond farewell to one of its most dedicated and beloved figures. The school has been celebrating the remarkable career of principal Sheila Mullin, who has touched the lives of countless students, colleagues and families. Originally from Clogher, Sheila started in Brookeborough as […]


Fivemiletown to Belgium: The story of a local hero
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A FIVEMILETOWN war hero has been remembered for his bravery and ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War. During the Second World War, countless young men from the North answered the call to defend our values and rescue a world on the brink of tyranny. Researcher John Dekhane has been researching these often forgotten heroes, […]


Consultation on emergency general surgery postponed


The Western Trust has postponed the consultation on emergency general surgery in the Western Trust Area which was due to take place on Tuesday. “Whilst we are pleased with the high level of interest in the public events for the consultation on Emergency General Surgery in the Western Trust area, following a high level risk […]