THE annual Novena of Hope, which has attracted thousands to Fermanagh over the years, is to be scaled back this year due to ‘resourcing shortages’. The festival of prayer, which runs at The Grann in St Gabriel’s Retreat over lent, usually runs for more than week, and took place from March 22-31 last year. This year, it will be […]
AA marks 80 years in Ireland with Enniskillen event
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AN OPEN public meeting is set to take place in Enniskillen this month, aimed at offering an insight, hope, and support to those affected by alcoholism. The open public information meeting will take place on Saturday, February 21, at 6pm in The Westville Hotel, Enniskillen, and is open to anyone with an interest in understanding alcoholism […]
Today’s death notices – Wednesday, February 11
Sarah Anne CLARKE (née Graham), 9th February 2026, peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital, and late of Loane Drive, Chanterhill, Enniskillen. Sarah Anne, devoted wife of the late Noel, dearly loved sister of Ken (Avril), Cecil (Lilah), and the late Roddy. A dearly loved aunt to her nephews and nieces. House strictly private please. […]
War of words over bypass funding in Fermanagh
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FERMANAGH politicians have clashed in recent days over news the £6.6 million set aside for the Enniskillen bypass was to be reallocated this year. While both Sinn Fein and Stormont have stressed the bypass money had been reallocated, not withdrawn, the move has still drawn fierce criticism. Councillor Adam Gannon said “People in this area are rightly […]
‘Fond memories’ for Armstrong ahead of Sweden
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JON Armstrong will be remembering happy times from his last appearance at Rally Sweden when he and fellow Fermanagh man, Brian Hoy won the Junior WRC event in 2022, ahead of his top flight World Rally Championship debut at the event this coming weekend. The Kesh native will be hoping to repeat that level of […]
CEO highlights severe hospital pressures at SWAH
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THE SOUTH West Acute Hospital (SWAH) is currently operating at its highest level of escalation, the head of the Western Trust has confirmed. The Trust held its February board meeting last Thursday, with Chief Executive, Neil Guckian providing an update on current pressures across the SWAH and Altnagelvin. Mr Guckian acknowledged the extreme demand on the Trust, noting that […]
The Trust launches framework to limit overuse of agency
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THE CHIEF executive of the Western Trust has said work is continuing to ease the health service’s reliance on agency staff. The Trust held its monthly board meeting last Thursday, at which a report was presented by chief executive Neil Guckin, outlining ongoing financial pressures across health and social care services. The report highlighted that in […]
Today’s death notices – Tuesday, February 10
GUNN née Cassidy – 9th February 2026, peacefully at the Cancer Centre, Belfast City Hospital, and late of 40 Bog Road, Florencecourt. Pamela Patricia Ann (Pam) BEM, devoted wife of the late Joe, dearly loved mother of Graham (Sarah), Kim, Dale, Grant and Hayley (Kalem), and a much-loved granny to Sam, Jack, Freddie and Faolán. […]
Fermanagh youth politican say on new driving rules
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FERMANAGH youth politican Jack McCubbin is likely to be part of the first generation impacted by the upcoming changes to rules for new learner drivers. While Jack supports the motion for road safety, he echoed the concerns of his peers. “It is clear the new system aims directly to reduce injuries and road traffic fatalities involving today’s youth, and […]
Fermanagh cancer campaigner sadly passes away
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A WELL KNOWN Fermanagh woman who battled with cancer has sadly passed away. Patricia (Pam) Gunn, late of Bog Road, Florencecourt, died peacefully at the Cancer Centre in Belfast on Monday morning. She was the devoted wife of the late Joe, dearly loved mother to Graham (Sarah), Kim, Dale, Grant and Hayley (Kalem), and a much-loved […]