A LOCAL councillor’s attempt to reignite the call to bring back Halloween fireworks in both Omagh and Enniskillen quickly had cold water poured on it. At a recent meeting of Fermanagh and Omagh Council, Ulster Unionist Mark Ovens proposed that the popular displays be reinstated. Cllr Ovens said, “Last July, I asked for the Halloween […]
‘Spooktacular’ race is a massive success
THE director of the ‘Enniskillen Spooktacular’ has said that the hard-working team of volunteers were key to making the annual event another ‘great night’ of running and fun in the town. On Friday night Enniskillen was a hub of activity as 1,325 runners took part in the 5K ‘Spooktacular’ run through the streets, with City of […]
Experience Enniskillen launch Halloween extravaganza
Taking place from 4-7pm on October 31 itself, the evening will open with a spooktacular parade, complete with a ghost train, and lively music.
Enniskillen Spooktacular to return for 11th year
“We are sincerely grateful to all businesses who have made the Spook possible this year, bringing a huge boost to the community and town spirit.”
Council decision could take us back to estate bonfires
CONCERN has been voiced that the bonfire culture could make an welcome return to Enniskillen’s estates if the Council does not take back control of the Halloween fireworks display. Last week’s Herald reported that the town’s business community had stepped in to organise this year’s show after the Council said they would not be putting […]
Enniskillen businesses step in to rescue Halloween
While there will be no fireworks, Enniskillen BID will be putting on a night of family friendly fun to keep people in Fermanagh.
No Halloween fireworks in Enniskillen this year
Last year there was much disappointment across the county after the Council cancelled the display at the last minute.
Council ‘scored own goal’ with fireworks cancellation
THE Council has been accused of scoring “an own goal” in cancelling the Halloween fireworks display. Furious uproar was expressed when the Council put the fuse out on the planned £40,000 fireworks display with many people taking to social media to express their disgust that the event was abruptly cancelled. The decision, which had been […]
Halloween weather warnings for Fermanagh
Two weather warnings – one from Met Eireann and one from the Met Office – have been issued for heavy rain throughout today and into tonight.
How to keep your beloved pets happy at Hallowe’en
THERE are sure to be plenty of ghoulish goings-on at Hallowe’en this weekend, but some petrified pooches may be the most frightened of all. Pets, particularly dogs, can get very agitated by the things that go bump in the night at this time of year. It’s the season when fireworks and bangers liven up the dark […]