THE Belleek community has been left shocked and deeply saddened following the sudden death of local funeral director and hugely respected Patsy McCauley. Mr McCauley (74) passed away suddenly on Tuesday morning, April 16. Operating from its base at Keenaghan in Belleek, Mr McCauley was a dedicated and committed undertaker in the area, serving the […]
Call for local parking fines to be rescinded
WITH the problems with the new car parking payment system continuing in Enniskillen, local councillors have called for all fines to be rescinded and the ‘stealth’ charges to be stopped. Within days of the new parking system being implemented the complaints started flowing. As reported by last week’s Herald, many have reported being over charged, for […]
All-Ireland Final for Enniskillen theatre group
FOR the second year running, the Enniskillen Theatre Company has qualified for the All-Ireland Confined Finals. The Fermanagh-based drama group will be representing the county at the provincial finals in Mountmellick in Laois, in what will see the top drama professionals from across the island showcase their talents. Director of Enniskillen Theatre Company, Ena Trimble, […]
Fermanagh concerns over MOT backlogs
CHAIR of the Infrastructure Committee and DUP Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA, Deborah Erskine, has moved to reassure drivers over MOT test centre delays despite local motorists claiming there are still only a few slots available. The Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) has launched a new online form where you can request an urgent MOT test. Tests […]
The Tumbling Paddies continue to soar in Irish charts
THE Tumbling Paddies have received ‘incredible’ support from Ireland’s leading music labels after they recorded their 31st consecutive week in the top 10 of the Irish Independent Charts. In 2023, the Fermanagh band took a major step in their music career by releasing a new album ‘The Journey So Far’ and it’s gone a big hit […]
Enoch Burke’s family protest in Fermanagh
ALMOST two years after he was first imprisoned for contempt of court following an alleged dispute involving a transgender student, Enoch Burke’s family turned out in protest in Enniskillen. In September 2022, Mr Burke was suspended from Wilson’s Hospital School in Westmeath following a disciplinary process. The secondary school teacher, who is an Evangelical Christian, was […]
Fermanagh adventurer Alan sets sail for Aisling Centre
RETIRED outdoor education instructor Alan Currans is setting sail to raise funds for the Aisling Centre in Enniskillen. He is planning on travelling around Scotland and Ireland to raise funds for the Centre’s psychotherapy and counseling services. Alan is undertaking this voyage in memory of friends who died by suicide. “Between 2006 and 2015, my friendship groups lost four […]
COLUMN: Top festival favourites…
The clocks have changed, the evenings are longer… summer is on its way. FINALLY. Whether you are heading abroad, on a staycation or supporting local, the ask is still the same. From holidays to parties, barbecues and gigs, there will be plenty of occasions throughout the summer months that require a festival style outfit! Match […]
Local EE workers’ struggles revealed at rally
HUNDREDS of demonstrators gathered at the Diamond in Enniskillen on Saturday in solidarity with 300 workers whose jobs are at risk at the EE, formerly BT, call centre. However, among the rallying cries and shows of support, it was the testimony of two current EE workers at the site that made the biggest impact on the day. The ‘Save Our […]
Final call for Fermanagh singer Karl Kirkpatrick
FERMANAGH singer Karl Kirkpatrick is now just one step away from winning one of Ireland’s biggest music competitions. Next week, the Derrygonnelly man will compete in the Grand Final of TG4 talent show ‘Glór Tíre’ where he hopes to win the ultimate prize at the Studio Telegael An Tullach arena in Galway. Kirkpatrick booked his place […]