HOLY Trinity Preschool scooped up two prizes at the recent Families First awards. The Enniskillen preschool won best preschool and Lisa Keaveney who is preschool leader received a special recognition award. Lisa and the team were nominated by Nuala O’Toole who witnessed all of Lisa’s hard work. Nuala explained why she nominated Lisa for the award. “We […]
Sinn Féin’s Murphy eager for ‘constitutional change’
AT the recently held Fermanagh People’s Assembly, the President of Sinn Féin, Mary Lou McDonald, said that an ‘awful lot of work’ needs to be done ahead of a potential united Ireland. A huge crowd turned out to the Westville Hotel in Enniskillen last month for the panel-led discussion, which talked about the possible make-up […]
Rachel McConnell’s set to release new music
Singing sensation Rachel McConnell has said she’s ‘delighted’ with the success of her new single which is set to hit the airwaves next week. The former Glór Tire contestant, pictured right, has confirmed that she’s going to launch ‘Nobody But A Fool’ to the delight of her growing fans and audience. “I’m delighted to say […]
Joan Reid was the ‘heartbeat’ of her family and town
THE Enniskillen community was left shocked and saddened following the sudden death of Joan Reid who was described as a ‘heartbeat’ within her family and her neighbourhood. Formerly of 34 Drumcor Hill in Cornagrade, Ms Reid passed away on Thursday, aged 75 years old. At her Requiem Mass at St Michael’s Parish Church on Monday, celebrant […]
Dáire’s life to be celebrated by the rallying community
THE RALLYING community will be out in force next month to pay tribute to Dáire Maguire who died while competing in the Sligo Stages Rally in Ballymote last July. Mr Maguire, then 46, from Lisnaskea, was the co-driver in a Ford Escort driven by Gene McDonald (35) from Cootehill, Cavan, when the car left the road and […]
New community hub planned for Blacklion
PLANS for a new public amenity and community building in Blacklion have been given the green light. The redevelopment of Fairgreen in the border village has been given planning approval by Cavan County Council. The project also includes the replacement of Mooney’s Hall as a community building. The redevelopment will include outdoor seating, car parking […]
St Kevin’s College pupils are heading to Africa
PUPILS at St Kevin’s College are set to auction two Belgian Blue calves to raise money for an upcoming trip to Africa. Next year, members of St Kevin’s Carlo Acutis Faith Group will head off to Kenya to spend time with another school, learning about their strong faith and helping provide vital resources. St Kevin’s College […]
Excitement building for Tom Jones show
THE countdown is on until the Ardhowen Theatre presents a ‘jaw-dropping live show’ which is aiming to celebrate and honour the achievements of Tom Jones. Originally from Treforest in Wales, the 83-year-old is an award-winning singer and he’s regarded by many to be one of the top singers ever from the UK. On Friday, April […]
Fermanagh superstar Carter adds new dates to UK tour
DUE to popular demand, Fermanagh Country music star Nathan Carter has added new dates to his hugely successful UK tour. The Liverpudlian singer, who’s currently living in Bellanaleck, is in the middle of a major tour of Scotland and England and he recently announced more concerts in Hamilton. Carter kicked off his UK tour on […]
New General Manager at Lough Erne Resort
THE new General Manager at the Lough Erne Resort has said he’s ‘immensely proud’ following his appointment at the Enniskillen hotel. For over 25 years, Down man Gareth Byrne has been involved in the hospitality industry, working in some of the North’s top hotels, including The Fitzwilliam Hotel in Belfast. He replaces Joanne Walsh, who […]