FERMANAGH is now battling what health officials describe as the most severe outbreak of seasonal influenza since 2010, with cases surging at an unprecedented rate. New figures from the Public Health Authority show flu cases have tripled in just two weeks, rising from 273 to 954. Locally, infection rates in Fermanagh and Omagh have leapt […]
Today’s weather forecast – Wednesday, December 10
Today will see patchy cloud, bright breaks and scattered showers in the morning. Turning drier later on with bright spells, though cloud will thicken into the evening. A windy day.
Today’s death notices – Wednesday, December 10
ELLIOTT – 9th December 2025, peacefully at his home Drumsroohill, Swanlinbar Road Florencecourt. Gordon William devoted husband of Iris, dearly loved father of Rodney, Amanda (Trevor), Malcolm (Jenny), Colin (Jenny) and Alan (Lorna). A much-loved grandfather and brother of Ruth (Willie). House strictly private please. Friends and neighbours are welcome to call and meet the […]
Enniskillen filmmaker’s The Unholylands to air on BBC
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If you missed it in the cinema, you can catch the Enniskillen man’s directorial debut on the BBC next week.
Storm Bram is causing power outages across Fermanagh
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Homes across Fermanagh are without power as Storm Bram takes hold. The county has been rattled by the storm, which has damaged some power lines and left residents without electricity. Outages have been reported in Lisnaskea, Ballindarragh, Rosslea, Blaney, and Ederney, affecting thousands of customers. Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) said: “Due to the number of […]
Fermanagh GAA county team expenses rise by £97,000
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FERMANAGH’S county team expenses increased by £97,897 over the past 12 months, the ‘Herald understands. Katie Crudden, from Crudden Dolan Ltd, confirmed that the county team expenses for Fermanagh GAA for 2025 stands at £596,412, which is a significant jump from £498,515 for 2024. In a breakdown delivered to the County Convention on Monday, it […]
Storm Bram: No plans to shut schools, say EA
EDUCATION chiefs say there are no plans to close schools due to today’s forecast storm. Forecasters say the extremely strong winds may lead to significant disruption in parts of Fermanagh and Tyrone. Following the issuing of an amber warning for Storm Bram this morning, a spokesperson for the Education Authority (EA) has discussed the situation […]
Council facilities closed due to incoming storm
A number of outdoor facilities in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area are closed today due to the expected stormy weather. Due to the Met Office weather warning for wind, which is in place from 9am to 9pm today, the council has closed the following facilities: Cuilcagh Boardwalk Trail Gortin Glens Forest Park (including […]
Today’s death notices – Tuesday, December 9
Bernie McKearney (née Elliott) 27 Lurganboy Park, Newtownbutler, Co. Fermanagh. Died Sunday 7th December 2025, peacefully at home in the loving care of her family. Beloved wife of Brendan and loving mother to Gabriel (Vivien), Linda (Damien) and Gary (R.I.P). A devoted granny to Joanne (Shay) and Padraic (Kamini) and great granny to Chloe and […]
Today’s weather forecast – Tuesday, December 9
Today will start cloudy and wet, but the rain will soon clear north. The rest of the day will remain cloudy but a few isolated showers. Turning very windy in the afternoon.