Local charities, support groups, drag queens, and Fermanagh Pride representatives marched proudly through the town. The colourful parade began at the FIND Centre and made its way through the streets to Enniskillen Castle. The parade set off in the early afternoon, later than scheduled, out of respect for a funeral taking place at St. Michael’s […]
Omagh pet crematorium given green light
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A CONTROVERSIAL pet crematorium outside Omagh is set to go ahead after a successful appeal against Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s decision to block the development. At the moment, there are just four other pet crematoriums in the North, and each of them are located in the vicinity of Belfast. The proposed Omagh facility will be the […]
St Mary’s principal retires after 34 years in education
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AFTER an incredible 34 years of service, St Mary’s Brookeborough has bid a fond farewell to one of its most dedicated and beloved figures. The school has been celebrating the remarkable career of principal Sheila Mullin, who has touched the lives of countless students, colleagues and families. Originally from Clogher, Sheila started in Brookeborough as […]
Fermanagh love stories that span decades: The Tummons
By Annie Flynn IN HONOUR of Valentine’s Day we asked some of Fermanagh’s longest married couples, their secret to maintaining a long, happy and healthy relationship. Paddy and Anne Tummon from Enniskillen met in lower Tollington north London. They have been married for over 70 years and will celebrate their 72nd wedding anniversary on May […]
Fermanagh love stories that span decades: The Egertons
By Annie Flynn IN HONOUR of Valentine’s Day we asked some of Fermanagh’s longest married couples, their secret to maintaining a long, happy and healthy relationship. Gwen and Jimmy Egerton from Teemore, have been married for 54 years. They first met at the Silver Sandal Ballroom in Enniskillen. When asked what is the secret to […]
Fermanagh love stories that span decades: The Rooneys
By Annie Flynn IN HONOUR of Valentine’s Day we asked some of Fermanagh’s longest married couples, their secret to maintaining a long, happy and healthy relationship. John and Kathleen Rooney from Enniskillen met at a dance in Roslea and have been married for 50 years. When asked what is the secret to a long marriage? […]
Roslea’s Katie celebrates century of love and laughter
By Niamh McGovern ‘LIVE life and keep moving’ is the key to a long and happy life, according to Fermanagh centenarian Katie Lynch. Long-time Roslea resident Katie celebrated her 100th birthday on Thursday surrounded by her large and loving family during a lively gathering. Born on December 19, 1924, to Mary-Ann Flynn and Tom Carol, […]
Ederney mourns loss of 99-year-old Rosaleen Gillen
THE late Rosaleen Gillen from Ederney, who passed away at the age of 99, has been remembered fondly in a wave of heartfelt tributes. Mrs Gillen, formerly from Drumduff in Ederney, passed away peacefully at the County Care Home in Enniskillen. She was born in Rottenmountain in June 1925 to Francie Hugh and Cassie Monaghan. […]
Share Discovery Village launches toy appeal
A SOURCE of joy for children all year around, Share Discovery Village in Lisnaskea has teamed up with a leading charity to lift the spirits of young people living with cancer this Christmas. Share has partnered with the Cancer Fund for a Christmas appeal, and is asking for toys and vouchers for those aged one […]
Fermanagh mourns ‘true inspiration’ Siobhan Allister
THE county has been left mourning the death of much-loved Siobhan Allister who was a “tireless advocate” for people living with MS and a hard-working supporter of various charities. Ms Allister, pictured right, formerly of 47 Millstone Drive in Irvinestown, passed away peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, […]