THERE is good news on the Covid front in Fermanagh this week, where case numbers have fallen significantly. The shrinking case numbers may be related to recent government advice to use lateral flow tests only, due to the high demand for PCR testing, with people required to self-report their positive test when using a lateral […]
Fermanagh united in grief at killing of Ashling Murphy
THE PEOPLE of Fermanagh have joined in the outpouring of grief seen across Ireland in recent days following the murder of Tullamore teacher, Ashling Murphy. From Belleek to Tempo, Enniskillen to Roslea, vigils were held across the county at the weekend in memory of the talented and much loved 23-year-old who was murdered while out jogging […]
Roads Service outline programme of works
THE schedule for road works across Fermanagh for the next two years has been published by the Department for Infrastructure’s (DfI) Roads Service, and there are plenty of long awaited projects on the way. In a report recently delivered to the local Council, acting divisional roads manager Harry Gallagher said there would be a great emphasis on […]
Fermanagh one of the most likely places in Ireland to see a white Christmas
ANYONE dreaming of a white Christmas? Well, according to the data, your dream may very well come true with Fermanagh listed as one of the most likely counties in Ireland to see a sprinkling this festive season. While the chances of a white Christmas in this part of the world are always slim, and remain so, […]
Fermanagh takes over GB News to give local views on Protocol
THE PEOPLE of Fermanagh had their voices heard across the UK last week, when GB News visited the county amid ongoing to hear local views on Brexit and the Protocol. The visit by the TV news crew came against a backdrop of ongoing threats by the UK Government to trigger Article 16, which could essentially suspend the […]
Bird flu on Fermanagh’s doorstep
FERMANAGH bird keepers are on high alert after a highly contagious strain of bird flu was confirmed in two neighbouring counties, including at a commercial turkey farm in Monaghan. Concern had already been growing over the spread of the disease, which poses little risk to humans but could be economically devastating for the local poultry industry, […]
Owens lands historic Ulster Lightweight title
ENNISKILLEN boxer Rhys Owens made history for the Erne Boxing Club on Saturday night. The Fermanagh boxer defeated Lee McKee on points in the final of the Ulster Senior Lightweight Championship in Belfast, to win the first ever Ulster Championship title for the Erne Boxing Club. Owens, fresh off the back of victory in Denmark […]
Fermanagh ‘too far from Belfast’ for filmmakers
THE COST of travelling and staying in Fermanagh is putting potential film makers off coming here. That was the message delivered to local councillors in a letter from NI Screen, who said the price of an overnight and the area’s distance from Belfast were the main obstacles to securing more film shoots in the area. […]
Jenny keeping up with demand while putting Fermanagh on the map with unique creations
SKY is the limit for one local florist who has put Fermanagh on the map with her unique arrangements and creative designs in giftware and balloon décor. ‘Lily & Thorn’ has held a special place in the hearts of local folk for over three years now, and at the helm of its ongoing success is owner […]
Fermanagh positive Covid cases continuing to fall
CASES of Covid in Fermanagh are continuing to fall this week, however the total number of locals people testing positive remains in the hundreds. Over the seven days leading up to September 13 there were 777 cases of Covid in the Fermanagh and Omagh area, with an infection rate of 670 per 100,000 of population. […]