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 […]
NIE Networks issue update on Storm Chandra
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NIE Networks continues to operate under the Amber weather warning which will be in place to 9pm tonight. There are approximately 3800 customers currently off supply with a peak of 10,000 customers off supply at 9am. Local incident centres have been escalated in the impacted areas and we are currently responding to any faults on […]
Missed chances cost Erne men in league opener
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Fermanagh 0-12 Wexford 1-13 MISSED chances and scoring opportunities proved costly for Fermanagh as they lost their Division Three league opener against Wexford at Brewster Park on Sunday afternoon. Fermanagh made a strong start to the game in Enniskillen with Conor Love opening the scoring after four minutes with a point, before Páiric Hughes scored […]
Fermanagh businesses call Stormont health talk success
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BUSINESS leaders from Fermanagh have welcomed a successful and constructive engagement at Stormont on Monday at an event themed ‘Rural Health and Wealth.’ The meeting provided an opportunity for local business representatives to discuss key regional issues and priorities with MLAs from all parties. The event at Parliament Buildings brought together 14 representatives from 53 […]
Woman hospitalised as tree falls on car in Lisbellaw
A woman was taken to hospital after a tree fell on a car on Snowhill Road, Lisbellaw at around 8.30am this morning. PSNI said, “At this time her injuries are not believed to be serious. “The Snowhill Road remains blocked by fallen trees and should be avoided by motorists at present.”
Gaza protest held at Fermanagh GAA match
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LOCAL campaigners are continuing to put the pressure on the GAA in relation to its sponsorship deal with Allianz, with a local protest being held at the weekend. The GAA has come under fire for its relationship with the global insurer in recent months after a United Nations (UN) report alleged the company has profited from […]
Fermanagh council facilities closed today due to storm
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has closed a large number of facilities today because of the stormy weather. With a weather warning in place until midnight tonight, the council has advised people not to visit outdoor council facilities during the weather warning period. The following Fermanagh and Omagh District Council facilities and open spaces will […]