WHAT started as a casual lift to a pottery supply shop turned into a life-changing moment for Fermanagh woman Anna McGurn. A self-taught ceramic artist, her journey from her back shed to the final of Channel 4’s ‘The Great Pottery Throw Down’ has been anything but ordinary. “It was by accident,” Anna told the ‘Herald, thinking back to the […]
New mural brings Fermanagh community spirit to life
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CHILDREN taking part in a summer scheme in Belcoo have left a lasting mark on their village — quite literally — by helping create the first-ever mural in the area. The vibrant artwork, now on display at the Healthy Living Centre, was led by local artist Michelle Duffy and features the colourful handprints of the […]
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 man for Seamus Heaney Poetry Summer School
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A LOCAL poet has been selected from writers across the world to earn a coveted place at the prestigious Seamus Heaney Poetry Summer School. Tempo writer Frankie McPhillips will join 12 other renowned writers at the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen’s University Belfast this week to take part in the renowned programme, where they will take part in workshops, seminars, […]
Lisa McHugh releases ‘incredibly personal’ new single
The 37-year-old Glaswegian, who has set up home in Enniskillen confirmed the release of her much-anticipated single ‘Tennessee’.
New musical celebrates Enniskillen women
Daughters of Ceithleann is a heartfelt tribute to the spirit and stories of a community, woven together with a touch of Irish myth.
Brightstarz members bid for glory
EXCITEMENT is building in the county as members of the Fermanagh Brightstarz group are set to “compete for a chance at stardom” at a much-anticipated show at the Ardhowen Theatre. A large crowd is expected to turn out to the Enniskillen venue on June 6 and June 7 when members of the Fermanagh-based group showcase their […]
Fermanagh Féis founder Lena honoured with award
THE late Lena Corrigan, who was a founding member of Fermanagh Féis and remembered as an “epitome of authority, wisdom, and experience”, has been honoured with an award in her memory. The Fermanagh Féis recently introduced the ‘President’s Cup in memory of Lena Corrigan’, for the most promising young singer in the Féis, with local […]
Enniskillen woman living the Disney dream
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Rebecca Monaghan, a native of Enniskillen, has traded the rolling hills of Ireland for the cutting-edge world of visual storytelling.
Country star Lisa set for a busy summer
The Glaswegian, who has set up home in Enniskillen, has been off stage for a year following the birth of her daughter Hallie.