BALLINAMALLARD United Football Club will remember the “community spirit and volunteering that it prides itself on” as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in style this summer. On Saturday, a large crowd is expected to turn out to the Manor House Country Hotel for a Gala Dinner which is the first of a number […]
Map draws attention to plight of Fermanagh in Famine
A MAP showing the population fall across Ireland during the years of the Great Famine, which has been widely shared on social media recently, highlights how Fermanagh was one of the worst affected areas in Ulster. The map, which appears to have been originally posted by roads expert Wesley Johnston and later on Wikipedia before going […]
Search on for Fermanagh’s ‘Nose of Tralee’
WHILE the search continues to find this year’s Fermanagh ‘Rose’, the hunt is also on to find the perfect ‘nose’ to represent the county at this year’s Tralee festivities. The annual ‘Nose of Tralee’ competition, which is now in its 12th year, celebrates the charm and personality of pets of all shapes, sizes, and species – […]
Fermanagh therapist urges public to embrace Makaton
By Annie Flynn A LOCAL speech therapist is calling for more people to learn Makaton, a simple but powerful tool for inclusive communication across Fermanagh and Tyrone. Makaton is a form of communication that involves both verbal communication and signing. It supports people with learning or communication difficulties and allows them the ability to be […]
NI ‘not prepared’ for Covid-19 says Arlene Foster
FERMANAGH politician Arlene Foster said it was “quite inhumane” that people weren’t able to be with their loved ones during the Covid-19 pandemic, as part of the Government restrictions. Adhering to advice from the Department of Health, hospitals across the North suspended visiting in a bid to reduce the spread of Covid-19, which was having […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
BANNON – 28th May 2025 (peacefully) at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen and late of 36 Ferney Rise, Enniskillen. Anthony Bernard (Tony), devoted husband of the late Mary, much loved father of Michelle (Brendan) and Mark and a dear grandfather. Friends and neighbours welcome to call at the family home on Friday and Saturday […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will see early cloud break up to reveal sunny spells, but these will trigger some scattered showers through the morning and afternoon. Clouding over towards the evening. Winds will ease.
Special recognition for Enniskillen Pilgrim employees
Two longstanding employees at the Fermanagh based company have been recognised for their longevity and commitment to the business
Tough cuts ahead for Fermanagh butchers
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Butchers in Fermanagh are fearing for their futures as the price of beef cattle has risen significantly.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
FAWCETT – 28th May 2025 peacefully in the South West Acute Hospital, and late of Templenaffrin, Sligo Road, Belcoo, Co Fermanagh. James Nicholas (David) son of the late James and Alice, dearly loved brother of John, and uncle of Sean, Simon, Tom and James. Family homes private please. A Service of Thanksgiving for the life […]