THE are calls for the new bridge planned as part of the Enniskillen Bypass project to be re-designed to reflect and complement its stunning lakeland surroundings. A group of concerned local citizens have urged the powers-that-be to rethink the current “standard, off-the-shelf” design of the crossing at the start of the planned bypass on the A4. In […]
Casey Howe is top of The Town
WHEN Casey Howe bagged her 10th goal of the season for Athlone Town on Saturday afternoon, the commentator referred to the Maguiresbridge player as “the in-form Casey Howe,” as she cut through the middle to slot her left-footed shot to the net. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a brilliant season so far at The Town and on Saturday her […]
Country music star Derek Ryan releases his new single
FERMANAGH Country music star Derek Ryan said he was ‘delighted’ to be able to collaborate with one of Ireland’s leading Céilí bands on the release of his new single. The Carlow man, who has set up in Enniskillen, recently teamed up with the legendary and hugely popular ‘Kilfenora Céilí Band’ on his new song, ‘In Between […]
‘Black Paddy’ to be well fed at Fermanagh festival
TIKTOK king Fabu-D aka ‘Black Paddy’ will be the main attraction on the opening night of this year’s Lady of the Lake Festival. He better come with a healthy appetite as he’ll be taking on the monster burger eating challenge along with other well-known faces on the first day of the event. In an Instagram post, the popular […]
New principal appointed at Fermanagh school
Bunscoil An Traonaigh, Lisnaskea has appointed one of Ireland’s youngest principals. Caoimhe Green from Clones is the latest principal of the Irish school and will begin her journey as principal in September at the age of 25. Caoimhe was in the first class to walk through the doors of the school 20 years ago when it opened and […]
Seán Quinn backs bid for Slieve Russell Hotel
IT’S understood that Fermanagh business tycoon Seán Quinn has thrown his support behind Ballyhaise-man Seán Gallagher as he bids to buy the Slieve Russell Hotel. A former panellist on ‘Dragons’ Den’, Mr Gallagher has been heavily linked to the hotel which recently went on the market for a staggering €35 million. ‘The Anglo Celt’ has […]
Enniskillen employees honoured in style
THREE employees at Asda have been celebrated for their longevity and commitment after they clocked up a staggering 90-years of service to the supermarket giant. A major celebration event, titled ‘Big Anniversary’, was recently held to honour some of the longest serving workers at the eight different Asda stores across the North. Asda Enniskillen employee, […]
Frances Black’s coming to Enniskillen
ONE of the most ‘influential figures in the Irish music industry’ is set to make her debut at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen at what’s expected to be a sold-out show. The much-loved Dublin singer Frances Black, who was a member of the iconic ‘Black Family’ band, has recently confirmed she’s stopping off in Enniskillen […]
Top award for Enniskillen man Conall
POPULAR Enniskillen man Conall Quinn is one of a number of ‘fantastic people’ who have graduated from the South West College and are now set to embark into the world of work. A special ceremony was recently held at the Erne campus in Enniskillen to celebrate the ‘Class of ‘24’ who are ready to get […]