Kindness and open communication can have a huge impact in helping someone who is considering suicide, according to local experts on this sensitive yet pervasive subject. Based in Enniskillen, the Aisling Centre is a local mental health service offering free, confidential, and professional counselling and psychotherapy services to those living in Fermanagh. Speaking to the ‘Herald on […]
Fireworks would cost Council £60k
The local Council has said hosting a ten-minute Halloween fireworks displays in Omagh and Enniskillen this year would cost £60,000 in total. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council last staged fireworks displays in the towns in 2019, at an overall cost of £41,000. Earlier this year, the council was asked to look at the potential of reinstating […]
Much-loved Charlie was ‘taken too soon’
Tributes have been paid from across the county to Charles Dunleavy, who was remembered as a “decent caring man” and as a “gentle soul” after he passed away following a tragic accident. Formerly of Blunnick Road in Florencecourt, Mr Dunleavy, a popular resident, passed away suddenly at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen on […]
Success for local Beltex breeders
Sheep breeders from Fermanagh and neighbouring Tyrone were celebrating yet more success at Clogher Valley Livestock Mart recently, picking up top honours in the Beltex-sired Fat Lamb Show and Sale. Hosted by the Irish Beltex Sheep Breeder Club, the competition had a total prize fund of over £600, and was judged by Declan Robinson. The […]
Community urged to talk more openly about suicide
A local mental health councillor has stressed the importance of speaking openly about suicide and believes government funding for mental health services is still falling short. In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the ‘Herald spoke with Raymond Farrell, a mental health councillor based in Enniskillen. “Having a dedicated day on the calendar to highlight mental […]
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Breen, Bridget (Bridie) nee Slevin, Tempo, formerly of 119 Glengesh Road, Brockagh, Tempo BT94 3LB, died peacefully at home on Friday 12th September 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Jim, treasured mother of Seamus (Mary), Marian Corry (Michael), Patricia Gallagher (Mark), Briege, Sean (Colleen), and Damien (Aileen). Loving and devoted […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Scattered heavy showers will linger throughout the day. The afternoon will see a few sunny spells, but also a risk of thunder. Another windy day.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Sean Carey, Tully, Aghadrumsee, Co. Fermanagh BT92 7AR, Saturday 13th September peacefully in the South West Acute Hospital in the loving care of his family. Pre-deceased by his father Ben. Loving son of Margaret (Baby), brother to Jacqueline, Ciaran (Catherine), Bernard, James (Rhonda) and Una (Roger). May Sean’s Gentle Soul Rest In Peace. Sean will […]
Today’s weather forecast for Co Fermanagh
Today will see a band of cloud and heavy rain push in from the south-west. A chance of thunder at times. Some late sunny spells and a few showers later in the afternoon and evening. Windy.
Today’s death notices for Co Fermanagh
Breen, Bridget (Bridie) nee Slevin, Tempo, formerly of 119 Glengesh Road, Brockagh, Tempo BT94 3LB, died peacefully at home on Friday 12th September 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Jim, treasured mother of Seamus (Mary), Marian Corry (Michael), Patricia Gallagher (Mark), Briege, Sean (Colleen), and Damien (Aileen). Loving and devoted […]