JONES Memorial Primary School in Enniskillen came together on Saturday for a touching and successful fundraiser in support of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust. This fundraiser was held in memory of Stuart Doonan, the son of Carol Doonan, whose a beloved member of the Jones Memorial community and the school’s secretary. Stuart Doonan, from Drumquin, […]
Memorial ride to celebrate life of Richard Britton
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HUNDREDS of bikers from across the North gathered for a special ride through Fermanagh on Saturday, celebrating and remembering the life and achievements of Richard Britton, 20 years after his passing. Mr Britton, a popular and much-loved resident, was one of Ireland’s top motorcycle race riders who won the Regal 600 Championship four times, setting […]
Memorial golf event to honour Jonny Gibson
LOUGH Erne Golf Club is to host a fundraising tournament in memory of a special member of the Fermanagh community. The ‘Jonny Gibson Memorial Classic’ Golf Event will take place at Lough Erne Golf Club on Friday, July 25 to honour the life of the well-known and highly respected sportsman. Funds raised from the event will […]
Fivemiletown to Belgium: The story of a local hero
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A FIVEMILETOWN war hero has been remembered for his bravery and ultimate sacrifice during the Second World War. During the Second World War, countless young men from the North answered the call to defend our values and rescue a world on the brink of tyranny. Researcher John Dekhane has been researching these often forgotten heroes, […]
Fermanagh solidarity with Donegal after tragedy
A BOOK of condolences has been opened to allow the Fermanagh public to express their sympathy with the people of Creeslough, following the harrowing tragedy in which ten people lost their life last Friday. There has been an outpouring of grief following Friday’s devastating explosion, with people in Fermanagh showing solidarity with their neighbouring county. […]
Ray of Hope event to remember Mickey begins tomorrow
This weekend sees the Ray of Hope memorial weekend in memory of Mickey McPhillips, take place in Newtownbutler. There is a fantastic line-up of events taking place over the weekend to reflect community man Mickey’s interests and life. Friday August 13th A photographic exhibition of ‘Faces and Places’, first exhibited by Mickey back in 2001. […]
Enniskillen falls silent to remember Poppy Day bomb
New memorial unveiled and personal message sent by Queen Elizabeth
New memorial set to honour Enniskillen bombing victims
Sections of Belmore Street, East Bridge Street and Queen Elizabeth Road will be closed to facilitate the unveiling.
Legacy of hope born out of Fisher family tragedy
The Fisher Foundation which was set up in 2003 by Fisher Engineering as a permanent memorial to the lives of Mark, Emma and Bertie Fisher who died following a tragic helicopter accident in 2001, has distributed over £300,000 since it was established.
Tribute to inspirational Anita
A REMEMBRANCE service held for a well know community worker in Fermanagh has heard how her lasting legacy in the county will be the organisation she founded which set out to help local women. Anita Mukherjee, who died suddenly in October after she had been ill, was “known by everyone in Fermanagh” for her tireless […]