HUNDREDS of concerned locals packed into Fermanagh House last night for a public meeting on the future of emergency general surgery (EGS) at the South West Acute Hospital. Organised by campaigners Save Our Acute Services (SOAS), the meeting was organised in advance of a public consultation event being held by the Western Trust at the […]
Teemore woman passes away in Sydney
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THERE has been sadness both ‘Down Under’ and here at home following the passing of Teemore native Vera Donohoe. Vera (nee Cassidy) was from Drumlught. In 1974 she married Tony Donohoe, from Dernagore, in Sydney in 1974 . Like so many of her generation, Vera had first gone to work in London at the age […]
Jetaime’s legacy lives on in young Brendon
ON SUNDAY, as 11-year-old Brendon Sampson made his debut in Croke Park, he carried a photograph of his late mother Jetaime in his sock. Brendan was selected from thousands across the country to take part in a Cumann na mBunscol exhibition game at half-time of the All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship semi-final between Kilkenny and Tipperary […]
Extra support for Fermanagh families and school kids
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THE income threshold for free school meals and school uniform grants has been raised meaning that more pupils will be available for support, in a major relief for some Fermanagh families. Education Minister, Paul Givan, confirmed the threshold for families in receipt of Universal Credit, applying for free school meals and uniform grants, will rise […]
Freedom of London award for Fermanagh actor
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ENNISKILLEN actor Adrian Dunbar was awarded the ‘Freedom of the City of London’ to recognise his commitments to the arts and his performances on the West End Theatre. The local man, who rose to prominence following his casting as Superintendent Ted Hastings in BBC thriller ‘Line of Duty’, has been playing a key role in […]
Initiative to solve Fermanagh’s unadopted estate crisis
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A FERMANAGH MLA, who is herself living in an unadopted estate, is driving legislation to help address the persistent issue of unadopted estates. Hundreds of homes across Fermanagh are within developments that either remain or have become ‘unadopted’ over recent years. Now, MLA Deborah Erskine has announced the launch of a public consultation aimed at […]
Fermanagh filmmaker’s work to feature in Galway
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A TALENTED Fermanagh mother is set to make waves at the Galway Film Fleadh with her debut film, which has been inspired by her family. ‘Wildkind’ is an animated film based around a poem local woman Ciara Tinney wrote for her daughters about connecting to nature and being kind. Ciara self-published a book based on […]
Fermanagh mourns death of former principal
The Fermanagh community has been left saddened following the death of former principal Vic Outram. Mr Outram was the highly esteemed former Principal of Enniskillen High School. “During his tenure, Vic earned the respect of students, parents, and colleagues alike for his devoted leadership and heartfelt dedication to the school community. Known for his warm presence, […]
Fermanagh business announces family-friendly policies
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ENCIRC in Derrylin has announced major enhancements to its family-friendly policies, reinforcing its commitment to a values-led workplace that supports employees both professionally and personally. Among the key updates is enhanced parental leave, with qualifying periods for enhanced maternity and paternity pay reduced from two years to one. Maternity and adoption leave now offer 39 […]
Ryan sets the stage for Fermanagh actors
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ESTABLISHED Fermanagh director and actor Ryan Moohan is preparing to launch a new theatre company and drama classes. Although still in its early stages, the Enniskillen man hopes his groups will be able to provide much needed opportunities for local youth. “This step forward for me is an culmination of everything I’ve learned and loved […]