Pubs frustrated by last minute Covid restrictions


FRUSTRATED: AS GOVERNMENT restrictions eased for the hospitality industry ahead of last weekend local publicans were frustrated to learn they were unable to open up to customers. The Fermanagh Herald spoke to Nicola and Damian Hanna of Molly’s Bar, Irvinestown and Michael Cadden from Pat’s Bar, Ennsikillen who told of their eleventh hour Council inspections […]

Looking at ways to future-proof high street businesses


IN THE second part of the Fermanagh Herald’s feature on the current state of play for the county’s town centres, we focus on Irvinestown. The buzz words coming from retail experts when discussing the future of the UK’s high streets is “kindness economy” and “sustainability”and Irvinestown already has that in spades, too. As concern about […]

Tributes pour in for Johnny


TRIBUTES have poured in following the death of well-known community advocate Johnny Corry (86).  Mr Corry, late of Effernan Road, Trillick, passed away peacefully in hospital on Friday, February 5.  He is remembered as a passionate GAA supporter and dedicated community activist. Described as a man who epitomised what a voluntary worker really stood for […]

Appeal to dog owners after Necarne attack


FERMANAGH woman has appealed for dog owners to make sure their pets are on a lead at all times after her boyfriend was badly injured after being attacked by a dog at Necarne at the weekend. Local Facebook user Lauren Emma posted the warning online after the terrifying incident at the Irvinestown estate on Saturday […]

Little robin drops in to see George and Co


FESTIVE visitor has been dropping by to see the folk at the Bawnacre  Centre in Irvinestown. A robin has begun frequenting the North Fermanagh leisure centre and  the red-breasted bird has brought a special festive feeling this year. Although 2020 has been full of challenges this little bird has helped  lift spirits as he flies […]