THE much-loved and respected Michael Kerr will be laid to rest on Wednesday (June 18). Funeral arrangements have been confirmed following the sudden passing of former manager of Enniskillen Rangers manager, Michael Kerr, who passed away on Saturday. Clubs from across the Fermanagh and Western Football League have paid tribute to Michael Kerr, an iconic […]
Fr Gerry Comiskey in Rome for Pope Francis’ funeral
A WELL-KNOWN priest, who ministered in Fermanagh for more than 10 years, said it was “a very privileged moment” to witness Pope Francis’ final public appearance on Easter Sunday. Despite his ailing health, the pontiff appeared at St Peter’s Square on Sunday where he delivered his Easter blessing upon thousands of Catholics who watched on […]
Fermanagh families welcome baby loss certs decision
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BEREAVED parents have welcomed news that baby loss certificates will be “operational by the end of the year” after years of campaigning to introduce the legislation in the North. The Northern Ireland Executive is set to follow its counterparts in the UK by agreeing to introduce the certificate, which will officially recognise babies who have been […]
Fermanagh club mourns death of ‘wonderful’ Keith Becket
TRIBUTES have poured in following the death of the much-loved Keith Beckett who was remembered by a local club as an “extremely talented footballer.” “It is with great sadness that we have to inform everyone of the death of our former player, club captain, supporter, Keith Beckett,” a statement from Irvinestown Wanderers Football Club read. […]
Fermanagh mourns death of Mary McGoldrick
THE late Mary McGoldrick was remembered as a “special lady” after she passed away in her 101st year. One of the county’s oldest residents, Ms McGoldrick, a mother-of-four and popular member of the local community, passed away peacefully at her home in Derryrona Glebe in Belleek on Monday. Mulleek Community Centre remembered Ms McGoldrick in […]
Gardaí issue appeal over Kelly Lynch death
GARDAÍ have issued an appeal to the Fermanagh public for information on the death of Kelly Lynch. 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 on her way home from a night out […]
Heartbreaking funeral memories during the pandemic
A LOCAL funeral director has shared his harrowing memories of funerals during a global pandemic. Pat Blake from Derrylin has recalled having to bury people when family or loved ones were not allowed to attend due to coronavirus restrictions. “It seems like a lifetime ago the whole Covid era but the incidents are like yesterday,” he said. […]
Fermanagh mourns death of popular businessman
THE county has been left saddened following the death of Robert Lloyd Samuel McCullagh who was a well-known businessman in Fermanagh. Mr McCullagh was the founder of McCullagh Machinery, on the outskirts of Enniskillen, along with his son, Lloyd. The business has been running steadily in the county since 1990. Formerly of Skea Hall in […]
Kelly Lynch’s mother’s quest for answers a year on
A YEAR has passed since the tragic death of Kelly Lynch, and her mother remains steadfast in her quest for answers. In a heartfelt appeal, she is urging anyone with information to come forward to help shed light on the circumstances surrounding her daughter’s passing. Julieanne Lynch has shared the current status of the investigation. […]
Tributes paid to ‘one of a kind’ Gemma McVeigh
THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply saddened following the death of much-loved nurse Gemma McVeigh who was remembered for her “infectious laughter” and “boundless energy.” Ms McVeigh passed away peacefully at the Palliative Care Unit at Omagh Hospital on Friday, following a long battle with illness, aged 44 years old. One of six children born […]