THE Education Authority has announced the closure of the school bus depot in Lisnaskea. The closure is due to take place next Friday, November 30th with the EA bus depot services being moved to Enniskillen. Vehicle maintenance services which were previously carried out in Lisnaskea have already been transferred to Enniskillen, while a small amount […]
Flu fears causes church to suspend ‘peace’ handshake
ONE parish in Fermanagh has taken the decision to suspend the sign of peace at Mass until the end of the flu season, while other parishes are considering the decision. The tradition has been suspended in the Parish of Aghlurcher as a precautionary measure due to the continuing risk of parishioners getting the flu. Fr […]
Longer library hours boon for local people
INTERNET accessibility has long been an issue for those living in rural Fermanagh and it’s patchy coverage is an ongoing cause of frustration for many. In a bid to tackle the problem Libraries NI have launched a pilot scheme giving those living in rural Fermanagh the opportunity to access Wi-Fi and computer facilities out of […]
‘Disastrous’ Lisnaskea driver is back in court
A LISNASKEA man with a ‘disastrous record’ has been sentenced for committing numerous driving offences. Nathan Phair (22) of Castlebalfour Park Lisnaskea appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates court on Monday facing charges of theft of vehicle, dangerous driving, driving when unfit through Drink/Drugs, possessing Class B Controlled Drug, no driving licence and using a motor vehicle […]
Rush to get flu jab brings Lisnaskea to a standstill!
THE DESPERATE need for a new health centre in Lisnaskea was highlighted at the weekend when the town came to a standstill simply because patients were flocking to receive their winter flu jab. On Saturday the PSNI’s traffic and travel division had to urge motorists away from the town, such was the extent of the […]
Two men accused of stealing £26K from car in Lisnaskea
They stand jointly charged with stealing £26,410 from a vehicle at Main Street, Lisnaskea in November.
Three arrested in swoop on shoplift gang
Several hundred pounds worth of goods have been recovered after they were stolen from a shop in Enniskillen.
TEENAGER is Killed in latest tragedy
THE Lisnaskea community has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of 18 year old Pearse McElroy. The three vehicle collision which claimed the young man’s life occurred just after 10pm on Monday night (1 October). Police, ambulance and fire crews attended the scene on the Moorlough Road between Lisnaskea and Newtownbutler. A woman […]
Two vehicle crash near Lisnaskea
Motorists are advised that the Moorlough Road outside Lisnaskea is currently closed following a serious two vehicle collision. The crash occurred around 10pm and emergency services are currently at the scene. Diversions are in place and motorists should avoid the area and seek alternative route for their journey.
Woman says drugs find money was for Holy Communion
A LISNASKEA woman has gone on trial for charges relating to the alleged possession and intention to supply cocaine, as well as possessing cash as criminal property. The accused denies the offences, and claimed the majority of the cash seized had been saved for her child’s First Communion. The jury of four women and eight […]