The new intiative, which will be launched in Enniskillen next week, is aimed at saving the lives of local people living with dementia.
Longer wet winter leaves local farmers struggling
THE constant wet weather has intensified the pressure on Fermanagh’s desperate farmers whose livelihoods have been impacted as well as their mental health. April is normally seen as a month that marks a turning point in the farming calendar, but the weather in recent weeks has shown no signs of turning. The persistent rain has left […]
Country star Carter ready for ‘Cash for Kids’ concert
FERMANAGH Country music star Nathan Carter is set to headline a major concert in Enniskillen to raise money for disadvantaged children and young people. On Thursday, May 16, the Liverpudlian has confirmed that he’ll be taking to stage at the Lough Erne Resort for a ‘Cash for Kids Concert’. A huge crowd is expected to […]
Weekend call out for RNLI crew
ENNISKILLEN’S RNLI crew was in action at the weekend, coming to the aid of a stricken fishing vessel on the lower lough. The call out came as the volunteer life-savers prepare for their annual fundraising drive in the coming weeks. On Saturday, April 13, Enniskillen RNLI launched its inshore lifeboat, the John and Jean Lewis, at 10.30am […]
Serious safety concerns over state of main road
THERE are fears it’s just a matter of time before there is another tragedy on the main Enniskillen to Irvinestown road, with a local family living on the route speaking out about the dangers they are witnessing daily. The A32, as one of the main arteries in and out of the county town, is one of […]
Fermanagh man buys The Linen Green for £4 million
A FERMANAGH man has agreed a multi-million pound deal to buy Moygashel-based The Linen Green. The 122,266 square feet area consists of around 30 retailers, businesses and coffee shops and it’s a popular stop-off for keen shoppers and tourists to the North. Enniskillen businessman David Mahon of David Mahon Properties has purchased The Linen Green […]
Public urged to have its say on Enniskillen Bypass
The Fermanagh public has been asked to give its views on the wider benefits of the Enniskillen Bypass.
Enniskillen saddened by death of Caroline McCartney
THE Enniskillen community has been left saddened following the death of Caroline McCartney who was described as a ‘resident of a lifetime’. Formerly of Lakeview Park in Enniskillen, Ms McCartney (77) passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16. A much-loved member of the Enniskillen community, Ms McCartney and her husband Raymond were leading lights in […]
Fermanagh community mourns death of Sadie Hussey
THE Fermanagh community has been left devastated following the sad passing of six-year-old Sadie Hussey who was described as ‘a lovely bright girl’. After a battle with illness, Sadie passed away on Tuesday, April 16. Derrygonnelly Harps GFC paid tribute to Sadie who they described as being ‘full of positive energy’. “We have heard today […]
Vital older people’s service not available at SWAH
It is understood OPALS, which helps reduce hospital stays for older people, is not currently available across Fermanagh.