Mental Health Drug Recalled in NI Over Manufacturing Concerns. A precautionary recall has been issued for a number of batches of a long-acting antipsychotic injection used by patients across Northern Ireland, health authorities have confirmed. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) announced that specific batches of Paliperidone Mercury Pharma prolonged-release injections are being […]
Santander in Enniskillen set to close in May
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Santander is set to close 44 branches, placing 291 jobs at risk. This includes the one in Enniskillen, which is due to close, May 12. The move marks the latest round of closures by the Spanish-owned bank, which—like others on the high street—is scaling back its physical presence as more customers switch to online banking. […]
ESRI Report Highlights North-South Inequality says MLA
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MLA Jemma Dolan has responded to the latest Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) report, which highlights stark economic disparities between the north and south of Ireland. Speaking in the Assembly, the Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA, Ms Dolan said, “The report shows the south outperforms the north across nearly all key indicators, including a […]
Fermanagh and Omagh council weighs up China visit
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THE CONNECTIONS between the local area and Huangshi in China could be set to strengthen further, with the Council considering sending a delegation to the city. The delegation could be travelling some time between April and June, following an invitation from the Chinese Consulate. The proposal follows a four-and-a-half-day visit to Huangshi in October last […]
Today’s death notices – Thursday, January 29
Marion Corrigan née D’arcy. 9 Old Coach Road, Arney Lodge, Arney BT92 3BA. Peacefully 28th January 2026 at the Altnagelvin Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her loving husband Packie, a much loved mother of Carmel (John O’Brien), Raymond (Fiona), Paula (Richard Hoy), Collette (Simon O’Hare). Cherished grandmother of Emma (Eddie Duffy), Megan, […]
New women’s health hub at Fintona Medical Centre
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THE WESTERN Trust has launched a new women’s health hub at Fintona Medical Centre, aimed at providing improved access to specialist care for women across Fermanagh and south Tyrone. The service is based within Trust-run GP practices that were at risk of closure last year. Following engagement with the Department of Health, the Western Trust […]
Fears for Fermanagh businesses due to rates hikes
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LOCAL businesses have warned that looming rates hikes could trigger a wave of closures across Fermanagh, with some firms facing bills up to four times higher than before. Enniskillen BID is now arranging an urgent meeting with Land and Property Services (LPS) over its new rates revaluation scheme, Reval 2026, amid fears the changes will […]
Big Fleadh celebrations being planned for Newtownbutler
NEWTOWNBUTLER Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann (CCE) branch is preparing to host the Fermanagh Fleadh for the third consecutive year, with the 55th County Fleadh taking place from May 31 to June 7. In advance of the week-long celebration of traditional music, song and dance, a major fundraising event has been organised to help meet the rising […]
Stormont hears of fears for Fermanagh economy
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FERMANAGH politicians have struck out at Stormont’s revaluation of businesses, saying it has left the hospitality sector ‘in fear’. Speaking to Stormont on Monday Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA Diana Armstrong called for the rates to be freezed. “This system now effectively now taxes turnover instead of profit and it is doing so at the […]
The Tumbling Paddies’ hit national TV
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The Tumbling Paddies’ star just keeps rising, with the Fermanagh band wowing audiences across the country at the weekend ahead of their new tour. Last Friday the local legends appeared on the set of the Late Late Show on RTE, with the six-piece band performing their new single ‘Closing Time’ live Singing their praises ahead of the […]