FERMANAGH farmers are being urged to sign up join a new initiative from the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), aimed at improving fertility in beef herds. The new themed-group programme focuses is as part of the college’s Beef Sustainability Package, and as well as having a practical purpose they are also a social aspect too. CAFRE […]
Memorial golf event to honour Jonny Gibson
LOUGH Erne Golf Club is to host a fundraising tournament in memory of a special member of the Fermanagh community. The ‘Jonny Gibson Memorial Classic’ Golf Event will take place at Lough Erne Golf Club on Friday, July 25 to honour the life of the well-known and highly respected sportsman. Funds raised from the event will […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Bob McCauley, late of 29 Dairies Rd, Enaghan, Enniskillen BT93 7BG. 26th July 2025 Peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital. Much loved husband of Collette. Loving father of Michael (Fiona), Joanne. Dear grandfather of Cian, Caoimhe and Cara. Dear brother of Joe (Ann R.I.P), Margaret (Jim Mc Beigh), Angela (Desmond Reid), Lena R.I.P (Eugene […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Donegal
Today is expected to be a generally cloudy day with the risk of a few patches of light rain lingering in places. A few bright intervals are possible intermittently during the day, however.
Fourth person dies following Maguiresbridge shooting
Police have confirmed Ian Rutledge has died following the shooting tragedy in Maguiresbridge on Wednesday.
‘Killer whale’ spotted on Donegal Bay
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LOCAL surfers said they were treated to an “absolutely incredible sight” and a major shock when a killer whale was spotted swimming in Donegal Bay where a cross-border surfing school operates. Rossnowlagh Surf School recently shared footage of a male orca, the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family and a well-known killer whale, was […]
Enniskillen chef bids for glory in London
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AN Enniskillen chef is one of 16 industry experts from across the UK who are vying to win the major Le Cordon Blue London Scholarship which would offer them a life-changing experience. The former Mount Lourdes Grammar School student is a vastly experienced food industry star, having qualified with an MSci and BSc in Food […]
Community raises over £10k in memory of Andrea Malone
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IN A powerful show of solidarity and remembrance, over £10,000 was raised at a recent community event held in memory of Andrea Malone, a beloved young local woman who tragically died last year. The touching tribute was organised by Andrea’s cousin, Stuart Brown, who brought the Clogher Valley community together for a weekend of fundraising […]
Plans to develop new Irvinestown caravan park
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PLANS have been lodged for what could be a major new tourist facility in Irvinestown. Planning permission is being sought to develop a new caravan park adjacent to the Bawnacre Centre. The application also outlines plans for an amenity building, a storage shed and a package treatment in a significant boost to his business. Fermanagh and Omagh […]
16 and 17 year olds to be allowed to vote
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SIXTEEN and 17-year-olds in Fermanagh will be able to vote at the next general election after the UK Government recently pledged its commitment to lower the voting age from 18 years of age. There has been widespread reaction locally to the news the UK Government has reduced the age for voting, while making a range […]