THERE have been calls for Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to review its financial support for public services after it was revealed it spent almost £3 million less than it indented to. In the 2024/25 financial year, the total net operating expenditure for the Council was £41.4 million against a planned budget of £44.3 million. Local […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Kiera Mc Namee (nee Brennaman) R.I.P. (48 Cherryhill, Irvinestown Co. Fermanagh BT94 1FS). Peacefully at her late residence surrounded by her loving family passed away on 3rd July 2025. Much loved daughter of Betty and deceased father George R.I.P. Beloved wife of Damien, much loved mother of Megan, (Patrick) and Emma, loving sister of Sharron, […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be windy and overcast with spells of blustery rain feeding in from the west. The rain tapers off late in the day.
Fermanagh mourns death of legendary songwriter
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THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the passing of Mickey MacConnell who is recognised as one of Ireland’s finest singers and songwriters. Originally from Arney, but residing in Kerry in his later years, Mr MacConnell was a legendary figure in Irish folk music, rising to prominence when he wrote ‘Only Our Rivers […]
Consultation to permanently suspend EGS at SWAH
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A consultation to permanently remove general emergency surgery from SWAH is to launch this month. There was a unanimous decision by the Western Trust to proceed with a consultation on the permanent suspension of Emergency General Surgery at SWAH at a Western Trust meeting today. Diana Armstrong MLA has expressed her concern at today’s announcement. […]
Diversion in place following Fermanagh traffic collision
Road users are being advised to exercise caution due to a traffic collision on the Sligo Road, Enniskillen. “Road users are advised of a traffic collision on the Sligo Road, Enniskillen. A diversion is in place via the Coleshill Road. “Please exercise caution as you approach, or seek an alternative route for your journey at […]
Summer could be ‘make or break’ for tourism businesses
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SOME of Fermanagh’s top tourist hotspots fear this summer could be make or break, as a noticeable drop in visitor numbers adds pressure to an already challenging season. Castle Archdale Caravan Park – one of the leading holiday and camping destinations in the North – has seen a clear fall in traffic, according to owner […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Phyllis Kathleen WILSON (née Hicks). (Suddenly) at the South West Acute Hospital and late of Coleshill Crescent, Enniskillen. Phyllis Kathleen, beloved wife of Jim, daughter of the late Herbie and Kathleen, dearly loved sister of John, Neville, Alice (Sam) Elliott (Rhonda) and her special friend Tiffany. Sister-in-law of Joyce (Steve) […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be an unsettled and breezy day with areas of thick cloud and frequent showers, these producing some thunder at times. A few sunny breaks are possible in between the showers.
Fermanagh actor cast in Birmingham stage production
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LOCAL actor John Cathcart has confirmed he’ll be playing one of the title characters in a major stage performance in Birmingham this summer as his career goes from strength to strength. The Enniskillen man, who graduated as an actor from the Royal Academy of Music in London, has been making his name in the acting […]