THE pupils at St Kevin’s College are hoping to “make a difference to at least one person’s life” as they prepare to head off to Kenya for two weeks to provide help and support to a local seminary. Twenty-two students from the school, who are members of the Carlo Acutis Faith Group, will head to […]
Anglers lament possible cancellation of Classic
A LIVERPOOL angler who has been travelling to the county for 50 years to compete in the Fermanagh Fishing Classic said it’s “a sad day” that the event could be cancelled due to funding. Major concerns have been raised that the popular fishing festival could be scrapped after the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural […]
Warning over rampaging deer in Fermanagh
LOCAL motorists are urged to be vigilant after a number of drivers on the Derrygonnelly Road have had a lucky escape after they discovered deer running out onto the public road late at night. Drivers have taken to social media to alert others of the dangers that the deer can pose, with some motorists almost […]
Fears gambling will be ‘a temptation’ with rising costs
A LOCAL father who lost his son to suicide as a result of a serious gambling addiction fears some people may be forced to turn to desperate measures as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on. With families and residents feeling the pressure, fears are high that some people may turn to gambling in a bid to […]
Fermanagh acts to collab at Leitrim festival
COUNTRY star Derek Ryan and local folk band The Tumbling Paddies are getting ready for a special collaboration when they join forces at the hugely popular ‘Cowboys and Heroes’ festival. The festival, which is held at Drumcoura in Leitrim, is one of the biggest outdoor music events in Ireland and it’s set to kick off on May […]
‘Advocating for people’ is important for Annie
A LOCAL woman who is modelling for one of the North’s top bridal companies and providing help to people with speech impediments is urging females to push beyond their “comfort zone”. Annie Masterson from Enniskillen rose to prominence following her appearance on Miss Northern Ireland when she was named as ‘Miss Canavan’s’ representative for the […]
Lack of nursing home spaces blamed for hospital crisis
By Niamh McGovern A SEVERE shortage of nursing home spaces has been identified as the leading cause of delayed patient discharges in Northern Ireland, compounding pressure on already overwhelmed emergency departments. The Western Health Trust’s chief executive, Neil Guckian, addressed the issue during a board meeting on Thursday, revealing that over 500 patients across the […]
Big turnout for Aisling Centre talk
HUNDREDS of people turned out to the Crest Centre in Enniskillen on Saturday for the much-anticipated return of the now annual Aisling Centre’s Hope, Healing and Growth Day. To cope with the overwhelming number of people who expressed interest in the event, the conference was streamed online, with hundreds of people tuning in for the […]
Major support to tackle violence against women
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council is to receive £135,000 over two years to help implement a new strategy aimed at Ending Violence Against Women and Girls as domestic violence cases soar locally. The county has been highlighted as one of the areas with the highest rate of domestic violence cases in the North, with Fermanagh […]
Expressway announces improved timetables for Route 30
EXPRESSWAY, Bus Éireann’s premium coach service, has announced an improved timetable for its Route 30 service. The new timetable will come into effect on January 26 and has been designed to provide more frequent and punctual travel for all Route 30 customers. Passengers are set to see significant benefits, as the improved schedule will better reflect […]