THE ROYAL Black Institution has commemorated the 1689 Battle of Newtownbutler at its annual demonstration on Saturday. More than 30 preceptories, accompanied by 36 marching bands, marked the event in the Lakeland village of Derrygonnelly. The village, which last played host to the event in August 1973, saw a procession of around 2,000 participants, including […]
Fermanagh girls star in global advertisement
A group of Fermanagh girls are proudly featured in the new Land Rover Defender advert celebrating Emily Valentine, the first recorded female rugby player. The powerful campaign shines a spotlight on trailblazing women and girls in sport — with Fermanagh’s young rugby players taking centre stage on a global platform. The girls, all part of […]
Belcoo set for tenth annual ‘Run for Oisín’
HUNDREDS of people from across Fermanagh are expected to lace up their running shoes and take to the roads around Belcoo for a poignant milestone – the tenth annual ‘Run for Oisín’. Now in its tenth year, the event continues to attract large crowds who gather to celebrate the life and legacy of Oisín McGrath, […]
Fermanagh band releases new song ahead of States tour
THE Tumbling Paddies are set to take another step forward in their music career by releasing a brand-new original single, as they continue to become one of Ireland’s most sough-after acts. The Fermanagh band, who have firmly established themselves as one of the top music groups in the country, teased the release of their single […]
Major home care provider withdraws from Fermanagh
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A MAJOR provider of homecare services is to withdraw from the Fermanagh area, impacting hundreds of local users. The Western Trust has stressed it is working to minimise that impact. North West Care is one of three independent providers of homecare contracted by the Trust in Lisnaskea, Irvinestown and Enniskillen areas. It has been providing care in the […]
Enniskillen rower excels at British Championships
A LOCAL student has been praised for his “remarkable commitment and maturity” after he took part in the British Rowing Championships, securing his place among top rowers from the UK. Josh Allen, a Year 10 pupil at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, competed in the Open Junior 14 Single Sculls category which took place at the […]
Michael Kerr remembered during Cuilcagh climb
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THE FAMILY and friends of Michael Kerr, whose sudden death stunned the county, came together on Saturday to climb Cuilcagh Mountain in his memory, marking his Month’s Mind. On the morning of August 2, more than 300 people gathered to walk the iconic ‘Stairway to Heaven’ in honour of Michael — a talented footballer, respected […]
Fermanagh staff at SWAH face frequent violence
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SHOCKING new figures have revealed that more than 760 physical assaults have been carried out on staff at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) over the past five years. The statistics, released in response to a written Assembly question from local MLA Diana Armstrong, have sparked fresh concern over the safety of frontline healthcare workers […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
The death has occurred of Rose Flanagan, Lattone Rd. Carran West, Garrison, Co. Fermanagh née Daly, Corduff, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, in her 103rd year, peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Rose is predeceased by her husband Paddy, daughter Carmel Harte, son-in-law Oliver Harte, daughter-in-law Cathy Flanagan, two sisters and five brothers. Remains reposing […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will be another breezy or windy day with winds picking up again, and there will be sunny spells and patchy cloud. Mainly dry, but with the odd shower still possible in spots.