THE Stormont Executive has unveiled a multi-million pound action-plan in a bid to increase tourism in the North but fears are high among locals that Fermanagh will be left behind yet again. The future of local tourism is already on a knife-edge after the Council has reportedly floated the idea of ceasing Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism […]
Fermanagh club miss out on major financial boost
THE chairman of Ballinamallard United has said the club is being “frozen out” when it comes to money after they missed out on significant financial investment from governing body UEFA. UEFA recently confirmed the launch of its solidarity payment scheme, with the aim of supporting smaller nations who are not in local action on a […]
Modern Tyres celebrates 60 years in business
THE director of Modern Tyres says they “are only getting started” as the Enniskillen-based independent tyre retailer aims to expand after it recently celebrated 60 years in business. The late Jimmy Byrne, originally from Dublin, was regarded as a pioneering light in local business. He took his first steps as an entrepreneur in 1962, when […]
Tractor protest in Enniskillen tomorrow
ROAD users and members of the public are being made aware of a potential traffic build-up as a major tractor run is scheduled to take place in Enniskillen tomorrow (Saturday, January 25). “The event will involve a convoy of tractors leaving Enniskillen Mart on the Old Tempo Road at 2pm,” a Police statement said. “The […]
Fermanagh farmer devastated after sheep killed
A LOCAL sheep farmer was left devastated after one of his animals suffered an “excruciating death” following a fatal dog attack, which highlights the serious dangers facing rural Fermanagh farmers. John Hazlett has been rearing sheep on his farm in Belleek for almost 20-years and he lost his first animal to a dog attack on […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Party night in Fermanagh!
Where you out on the town in 2011, enjoying some craic and good times along with your family and friends? Check out our gallery of pics and tag people you see! To read more on this story see this week’s Fermanagh Herald. Can’t get to the shop to collect your copy? No problem! You can […]
Fermanagh runner Gareth makes a heartfelt recovery
By Niamh McGovern “I ran the Torremolinos half marathon on Sunday and was told I needed open-heart surgery on Tuesday.” These are the words of Enniskillen runner Gareth Reihill, who, after a serious health journey last year, is now sharing his story with the Fermanagh Herald. The 51-year-old businessman lives in Enniskillen with his wife […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Coalter, 21st January 2025, peacefully, at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast. Albert Malcolm, late of Nelson Park, Fivemiletown. A much loved husband of Evelyn and a devoted father of Pamela (Geoff), Malcolm (Maureen), Pauline (John), Ian (Sharon) and Rodney (Sarah). Also a dear brother of Gladys and the late Hector, Geoffrey and Donald. And a […]
Fermanagh’s Country stars heading to Ardhowen Theatre
EXCITEMENT is building at the Ardhowen Theatre as eleven of Fermanagh’s top Country music stars are set to collaborate for a major celebration of music and ‘toe-tapping magic’. Arney singer Vincy Walmsley, who has been entertaining crowds for the best part of 30 years, has been confirmed as one of the headline acts at the […]
Fermanagh schools to close due to Storm Éowyn
ALL schools in Fermanagh have been advised to close tomorrow (Friday) due to Storm Éowyn. Northern Ireland Education Minister, Paul Givan, confirmed the news in a statement. “A red weather warning has been issued for Storm Éowyn and the Education Authority has advised that all schools should close tomorrow,” Mr Givan said, “I understand this […]