Concerns growing over VAT difference
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THE hospitality industry in Fermanagh fears that the “unique circumstances” of its make-up on the border could have a detrimental impact on its future. It was recently confirmed that Value Added Tax (VAT) in the Republic of Ireland will be at 13-per-cent for the coming year, with the same charge in the North at a […]

Fermanagh missing out on vital mental health service
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A FERMANAGH GP has expressed concern that local mental health patients are being left behind due to a lack of funding for a vital service that is being rolled out in other areas. Dr Eugene Haigney from Omagh has been working in Irvinestown since 1999. He’s experienced the incredible work that doctors and professionals have done […]

Fermanagh family’s joy at medical breakthrough
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A LOCAL man living with Huntington’s has said a recent breakthrough in the fight against the disease has given him hope for his children and grandchildren’s futures. Brian Fee was diagnosed with Huntington’s disease 10 years ago at age 53, following a fall at work. Since then, he has experienced mobility issues, slurred speech, and short-term memory loss. Huntington’s is a […]

Derrygonnelly and Kinawley ready for championship final
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DERRYGONNELLY know they’re “going to be up against it” when they take on a Kinawley side on Saturday (7pm) who are chasing their eighth Fermanagh LGFA Senior Football Championship title in a row. The Brian Boru’s and the Harps have enjoyed mammoth battles in recent years and this Saturday’s game in Brewster Park is set […]

Naoise wrestles her way to eighth place in Greece
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IN a formidable display of athleticism and grit, Naoise McManus from the Erne Wrestling Club finished eighth place at the Under-17 Beach Wrestling World Championships in Greece. The Under-17 Women’s 55kg category drew 21 top contenders from across the globe. In the group stage, McManus representing Great Britain topped her group against Greece, Moldova and Poland. […]

All schools in Fermanagh told to close at noon today


ALL schools in Co Fermanagh have been told to close at noon today because of the incoming storm. The guidance was issued a short time time ago by the Education Authority (EA). It covers all schools in counties Tyrone, Fermanagh, Derry and Antrim in the areas which are expected to be hit by the harsh […]

Racist vandalism of a road sign in the Clabby area
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A road sign in Fermanagh has been the target of racist vandalism. The multilingual sign on the Clabby Road was defaced this week with spray paint which was used to obscure the French, Italian, Polish, German, Ulster Scots and Chinese translation of ‘welcome’. Sinn Féin Councillor for Erne North, Debbie Coyle, has condemned the racist […]

Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh


SNOW, William, Passed away peacefully at his home 1st October 2025 surrounded by his loving family, Boa Island, Ardshankill, Kesh, County Fermanagh BT93 8AE. Beloved husband of Amanda (nee Whoriskey), much loved father of Aine and Davog, loving brother of Martin, cherished son in law of David and Anne. Predeased by his loving parents Joe […]