THE official opening of a multi-million pound development to the Ulster Canal could result in a major increase in tourism and a better environment in Fermanagh, as the summer season begins. Phase 2 of the Ulster Canal was recently completed by Waterways Ireland, following a €28.4 million investment in inland waterways, greenways and blueways across Ireland. During […]
BBC NI comes to Enniskillen
BBC Northern Ireland celebrated its centenary with visits to Enniskillen, Lisbellaw and Lisnaskea. The broadcasters had a jam packed schedule as they held exhibitions and radio shows from the county. A BBC Interactive exhibition was held at Enniskillen Castle which provided local school and community groups with an opportunity to experience what it’s like to present […]
Sadness at passing of Enniskillen man Pat Blake
The former publican, from whom Pat’s Bar takes its name, was a much-loved figure around Fermanagh.
Reports of drive-by shooting in Irvinestown
The incident took place on the Kesh Road last night, when a shot is understood to have been fired from a passing vehicle
Irvinestown Recycling Centre reopens
LOCAL residents have breathed a sigh of relief after it was revealed that Irvinestown’s busy recycling centre has reopened. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council (FODC) announced the temporary closure of the centre from Monday, April 29, for essential maintenance works to resolve drainage issues. During the period of closure, recycling facilities will be available at Kesh or Drumee […]
Country stars set to unite in Enniskillen
The full lineup has been confirmed for what’s expected to be a ‘another night of foot stomping magic’ at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen. ‘Fermanagh’s Got Country’ is set to return to the Enniskillen theatre on July 25 for what’s expected to be a sold-out show, with performances from some of Fermanagh’s top Country music […]
Teemore Cross speed limit to remain 40 mph
THERE will be no change to the speed limit at Teemore Cross, the Infrastructure Minister has confirmed. Last month the local Council wrote to the Department of Infrastructure to express concern about safety on the road, requesting the Department examined ways to improve the crossing, and asking for a review of the speed limit at […]
Lisa McHugh’s Ulster Hall date
Fermanagh Country music star Lisa McHugh has confirmed she’s going to be taking centre stage at the Ulster Hall in Belfast later this year in what will be her ‘biggest headline show to date’. The Glaswegian, who lives in Enniskillen, recently confirmed that she’ll be headlining what’s expected to be a sold-out show at the […]
Fermanagh Family devastated by blue badge criticism
THERE was an outpouring of outrage on local social media at the weekend after a father and son were falsely accused of abusing their disability parking badge in Enniskillen. The family had displayed their blue badge, which belonged to the teenage son, while in a car park in Enniskillen. They were left shocked when they returned to their vehicle to a note stating […]
Fermanagh house prices set to rise steadily
IT’S expected that the price of houses in Fermanagh and the North will rise over the next four years for prospective first-time buyers. As a result of the political uncertainty in the UK and the potential cut to interest rates, the property market is fluctuating in the North. By 2028 though, financial experts expect a […]