THE Belleek community has been saddened following the passing of much-loved and respected local businessman Kevin Gilmartin. Formerly of Cliff Road in Belleek, Mr Gilmartin passed away peacefully at his residence, after a short illness, surrounded by his loving family. Kevin, the youngest of eight, continued his education at Ballyshannon Technical School after primary school, cycling […]
Sadness at death of respected Fermanagh teacher
TRIBUTES have been paid across the Fermanagh community following the death of respected teacher Oliver McLoughlin. Formerly of Lurganboy in Newtownbutler, Mr McLoughlin passed away suddenly but peacefully in hospital on Friday (November 14). Mr McLoughlin was a much-loved teacher at St Michael’s College, where he specialised in Latin, as well as teaching a range […]
Fermanagh mourns passing of well-known Hubert Lucy
THE Enniskillen community was left saddened following the passing of William Hubert Lucy, a well-known resident in the town, who was a friend to many. Formerly of Lisgoole Park in Enniskillen, Mr Lucy passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29. One of five children born to parents William and Mary, Mr Lucy was a popular […]
Fermanagh mourns the loss of ‘selfless’ Catherine
THE Lisnaskea community has been united in grief following the passing of Catherine Mulligan, a devoted mother of four whose warmth, humour and boundless generosity touched the lives of all who knew her. Formerly of Trasna Way, Lisnaskea, Catherine passed away peacefully on Friday (November 7) at Omagh Hospital, surrounded by her family. Born and raised in Trasna […]
Fermanagh mourns the death of Canon Kille
TRIBUTES have been paid across the community following the sad passing of Canon Edwy Kille who was remembered for his ‘compassionate and humble’ nature. Canon Edwy Kille passed away peacefully on Friday, October 17, at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast, aged 95-years-old. Originally from Somerset, Canon Kille ministered in Aghadrumsee, Clogh and Drumsnatt Parishes in South Fermanagh, where he […]
Fundraiser to mark Kelly Lynch’s birthday
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A COMMUNITY fundraiser, ‘A Day for Kelly,’ will be held in Dundalk on September 7 in memory of young Lisnaskea woman Kelly Lynch. A Day For Kelly is a heartfelt family fun day in memory of Kelly Lynch, created to bring people together in her honour and raise awareness in her name. It is aimed […]
Man dies following one-vehicle incident in Fermanagh
THE Fermanagh community has been left shocked and saddened after a man, believed to be aged in his 50s, died following a serious one-vehicle collision which occurred yesterday (Wednesday). The Emergency Services were called to the scene of an incident which occurred on Gardrum Road in Mullaghdun, yesterday afternoon. It’s understood that the man was […]
Tributes paid to former Dean of Clogher
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WARM tributes have been paid following the passing of the former Dean of Clogher, Reverend Raymond Craigmile Thompson, who also served as Rector of Sion Mills and Urney in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Dean Thompson passed away peacefully on Sunday surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Irvinestown. He retired in 2009 […]
Fermanagh pays tribute to former principal Vic Outram
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FORMER principal Vic Outram, who passed away last week, has left behind a strong legacy of strength and leadership at the school he helped lay the foundations for. The Fermanagh community was left saddened following the news of the death of the highly esteemed former principal of Enniskillen High School. “It is with deep sadness and […]
Kelly Lynch’s family remain in the dark
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KELLY Lynch’s mother, Julieanne, has spoken of her ongoing frustration and heartbreak as she remains in the dark about the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s death. The body of Ms Lynch, a much-loved 23-year-old from Lisnaskea, was found in the Ulster Canal in Monaghan on St Patrick’s Day 2024. It has been reported that Ms Lynch was […]