FERMANAGH shoppers have been urged to support local, with news of yet another closure on the Enniskillen high street this week. Jay Lindsay, who recently closed the Enniskillen Crafters Market (although it was non profit) he pointed out how every purchase makes a difference to small shops and enterprises. “Local businesses don’t have the margins […]
Surprise triplet lambs ring in the new year
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The New Year began on a high note in the lambing shed, with the surprise arrival of healthy triplet lambs just before midnight on New Year’s Day. After nearly a week of close monitoring by Mandy McQuade, the ewe finally went into labour at the last possible moment, delivering three lambs to kick off the […]
Frozen out again by winter road policy
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His week’s severe weather left residents across Fermanagh trapped in their homes, with growing calls for gritting routes to be extended to protect local lives. Icy roads resulted in extremely hazardous travelling conditions this week, with some routes including Moybrone, Letterbreen, and Tiravally, left impassable. Local services were also disrupted, with the Western Trust warning […]
Today’s death notices – Wednesday, January 7
Ford, 2nd January 2026, peacefully, at home. John Emerson “Whitfield”, late of ‘Kiltenamullagh’, Rabbitburrow Road, Lisbellaw. A beloved half-brother of the late Herbie Ford and Bertha Graham and brother of the late Lou Patterson, Geraldine Johnston and Rhona Rutledge. Also a dear uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Family home private please. A service […]
Fermanagh choir raises thousands for charity
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Caritas, the small but dedicated local choir, has once again made a big impact in the community through its fundraising efforts. Over the past year, the group has raised significant funds for three local charities—Women’s Aid, Catherine’s Journey, and the Enniskillen Foodbank—through their performances, including their popular Manor House event and Christmas concerts. “Caritas has […]
Lakeland Players celebrate 40 years of panto magic
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Final rehearsals are in full swing as the Lakeland Players prepare to celebrate 40 years of pantomime magic. Their anniversary production promises all the familiar panto fun, with songs, jokes and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. “These last days of rehearsals have been spent in a whirl of singing, dancing, and finding where you […]
Fermanagh mourns death of curer Pat
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THERE has been an outpouring of sadness across the county following the passing of Patrick McGrade, who was a popular figure in the farming community and well-known for his many cures. Formerly of Coolcran in Tempo, Mr McGrade passed away peacefully on January 5. A respected figure in the farming community, Mr McGrade was renowned […]
Fermanagh roads impassable due to icy conditions
Road users are being advised the Moybrone Road, Letterbreen and Tiravally Road, Florencecourt are impassable due to treacherous icy conditions. “Please avoid both these areas, and seek alternative routes for your journey at this time,” a PSNI spokesperson said.
Fermanagh wakes to dangerous black ice this morning
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Fermanagh woke up this morning to treacherous conditions as a widespread sheet of black ice settled across the county overnight. Roads, footpaths and car parks appeared deceptively clear, but freezing temperatures left many surfaces dangerously slippery, catching out early commuters and school runs alike. With temperatures expected to remain low throughout the day, icy patches […]
Today’s death notices – Tuesday, January 6
Ford, 2nd January 2026, peacefully, at home. John Emerson “Whitfield”, late of ‘Kiltenamullagh’, Rabbitburrow Road, Lisbellaw. A beloved half-brother of the late Herbie and Bertha Ford and brother of the late Lou Patterson, Geraldine Johnston and Rhona Rutledge. Also a dear uncle to all his nieces and nephews. Family home private please. Funeral arrangements to […]