DIRECTOR of the Rural Communities Network, Kate Clifford, spoke at an event held in the Westville Hotel, Enniskillen last Tuesday evening. The meeting was held by campaign group Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) on efforts to restore emergency general surgery (EGS) to the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH). Addressing the large crowd, Ms Clifford, spoke on […]
Today’s death notices – Saturday, January 17
Wilson (nee Crawford) 10th January 2026, peacefully, aged 89, after a long illness, Margaret Emily, formerly of Thompson’s Bridge, Co. Fermanagh. Greatly missed by her loving brother Paul and her cherished nephews and nieces, Peter, Susan, Kate, Jonathan, Stephen and Toria. She has now achieved her long-held wish to be safe in the arms of […]
Donegal star David to sell-out Fermanagh venue
THE Ardhowen Theatre is expected to be a sell-out when David James, who is recognised as one of the rising stars on the Irish Country music scene, rolls into Enniskillen. Originally from Killea in Donegal, the 27-year-old has risen through the ranks, with his partnership with Fermanagh singer-songwriter John Farry opening new doors and ventures. […]
Derrylin community mourns devoted father Mark Flanagan
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THE LATE Mark Flanagan has been remembered as a loving and devoted father of four, as the Derrylin community mourns his unexpected passing. Formerly of Derryhooly Road, Derrylin, he passed away this week, January 13. Mr Flanagan and his family were members of the Teemore Shamrocks GAA club and they shared their own message. “It is with […]
SWAH meeting in Enniskillen hears of brother’s death
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A sister of a local man who has since passed away, spoke at an event held in the Westville Hotel, Enniskillen, last Tuesday evening about the impact of the removal of emergency services. The meeting was held by campaign group Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) as part of ongoing efforts to restore emergency general surgery […]
Enniskillen sides share the spoils in F&W battle
F&W Division Three Enniskillen Rovers…1 Enniskillen Galaxy…1 By Jonathan Hogan ROVERS and Galaxy shared the points at Devenish College after Codi Halligan’s early second-half penalty was later cancelled out by an own goal in a tightly contested all-Enniskillen Division Three clash. Both sides arrived having lost their last three league games before Christmas and the […]
New funding is music to ears of Fermanagh brass band
THREE Fermanagh groups and projects are to share in an almost half-million pound funding pot from the National Lottery Rural Engagement Arts Programme (REAP). The Fermanagh/Tyrone Brass Band and the Lisnarick Community Development Association are among six community groups from the Fermanagh and Omagh area, and 55 from across the North, to receive grants from […]
Today’s death notices – Friday, January 16
WILLS – 14th January 2026, peacefully at Graan Abbey Care Home, Enniskillen, and formerly of Drumbawn, Enniskillen. Harold Samuel, devoted husband of Marilyn, dearly loved father of Daniel (Lynn), Trevor (Elizabeth), Sarah (Cormac) and Adam (Ola). Cherished grandfather of Leah, Alisha, Matthew, Isaac, Joshua, Naomi and Zoe, and dear brother of Malcolm, David, Trevor, Douglas, […]
Water quality improvements on the way for Lough Erne
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WATER quality in Fermanagh is set for a significant improvement thanks to a funding boost, with the Executive stating it is a ‘key priority’ this year. Major concerns have been raised over the state of the water quality in Fermanagh, with excess sewage visible to many residents in local loughs, with a high level of […]
Fermanagh parent hits out at school bus refusal
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A FERMANAGH father has raised concerns over the lack of school bus provision in rural areas, after his son’s application for Education Authority transport was refused. Local resident Robert Fletcher says the decision has forced him and his nine-year-old son to walk long distances along a busy and hazardous road to and from school. Robert’s son […]