THE chief executive of the Western Trust is retiring, it was announced today. Neil Guckian has held the top post in the Trust, which manages health services in Derry, Tyrone and Fermanagh, since July 2021. As Chief Executive he led the Trust through a period marked by unprecedented challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, financial and […]
Fermanagh choir set to work its magic this Christmas
‘TIS the season for charity and giving, and once again this year Fermanagh’s very own Caritas choir is leading the way with its seasonal spirit. The fundraising choir is not only set to bring festive cheer to the community this December with two special Christmas concerts, it will once again be supporting worthy causes while doing […]
Mulitple drug detections over the weekend in Fermanagh
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By Callum McGuigan FERMANAGH residents have raised concerns over the amount of drug seizures in the district, following a number of recent seizures of Class A and B substances. On Sunday evening police arrested a man for alleged road traffic offences in Tempo and had a warrant to search his house. Found inside was a quantity […]
Rippey rifles home winner in battle of the Rangers
F&W Division One Enniskillen Rangers…1 Killen Rangers…0 By Jonathan Hogan CONOR Rippey burst forward from left back and rifled the winner through Alan Buchanan’s legs to settle a bruising all-Rangers affair at The Ball Range on Saturday. The decisive moment, deep into the second half, had its roots in neat, patient build-up. Mark White sparked […]
Fermanagh Choral Society to host Christmas concert
The Fermanagh Choral Society is delighted to invite the community to its much-loved annual Christmas Concert, taking place on Saturday, 13 December at 8pm in the beautiful surroundings of St Macartin’s Cathedral, Enniskillen. Under the direction of Music Director Keith Acheson, the choir will present a rich programme of seasonal favourites, featuring a blend of […]
Fivemiletown film gets John Lewis stamp of approval
Retailer John Lewis has congratulated a County Tyrone secondary school, who created their own film inspired by the John Lewis ad. Fivemiletown College unveiled its film on the importance of community saying it aimed to give John Lewis, which is renowned for its Christmas ads, a run for its money. Working alongside Philip Anderson Films, colleagues Andrea […]
Fermanagh man ordained as new deacon
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A FERMANAGH man has become the youngest serving member of the Church of Ireland clergy. Rev Scott E Elliott (29) was ordained a deacon during the summer and has now graduated with his Masters in Theology from Trinity College. The Lisbellaw man is the first former student in Erne Integrated College’s history to be ordained. His path to ministry has been shaped […]
Today’s death notices – Thursday, December 11
Ella Smyth, nèe Dunn, Skeagh, Smithborough, Co.Monaghan and formerly Mulladuff, Smithborough, Co.Monaghan. Peacefully on Wednesday, 10th December 2025 at Drumbear Lodge Nursing Home, Monaghan. Funeral service in Smithborough Presbyterian Church, eircode H18 HY02, on Saturday, 13th December, at 12 noon. Burial afterwards in Coolshannagh Graveyard, Monaghan. Resting at the home of her son Nigel and […]
Today’s weather forecast – Thursday, December 11
Becoming cloudy from the west gradually this morning. By midday, a band of rain and strong winds will sweep eastwards, clearing later in the evening as conditions tend to settle late in the day.
New Fermanagh GAA chairman lays down the gauntlet
THE new Fermanagh GAA county chairman laid down the gauntlet to clubs in the county to “drive things forward and come up with solutions” to promote and enhance local Gaelic games. History was made at the South West College in Enniskillen on Monday night, when John McGovern became the first member of Derrygonnelly Harps GFC […]