BARRY McCann said it’s a great honour to line out alongside his three brothers Jack, Ben and Dan in Saturday’s county final as Erne Gaels bid to make more history. The 32-year-old energy consultant has been a regular in the Belleek starting team for many years now and his desire to win and lead his […]
Schoolchildren’s safety plea to Stormont
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SCHOOLCHILDREN from St Mary’s PS in Fivemiletown have called on Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins MLA to take urgent action on road safety. The young pupils have been speaking out about their concerns over dangerous traffic conditions outside their school. Situated on the busy main Belfast Road, vehicles regularly pass the school while significantly over the 30mph limit, and […]
Lisbellaw travels through time for scarecrow festival
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LISBELLAW is gearing up for its third annual Scarecrow Contest, and this year promises to be the most exciting yet with the theme ‘time travelling’. The Lisbellaw Area Initiative has been hard at work creating a standout community feature, and this year’s centrepiece is a striking recreation of the iconic DeLorean Time Machine, now proudly […]
Enniskillen One Act Festival back in the spotlight
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The Enniskillen One Act Festival is set to return to the Ardhowen this month, showcasing nine short plays over three nights from October 23 to October 25. Each evening, three theatre groups will take to the stage with short, punchy plays. There are no elaborate sets or fancy lighting – it’s fast-paced, stripped-back theatre that […]
Awards recognition for Balcas owners
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THE owners of Fermanagh company Balcas picked up one of the most prestigious awards in the timber sector in the UK in recognition of their commitment to the industry and sustainability. Glennon Brothers, which acquired Balcas in October 2021, won the ‘Softwood Trader: Sawmill of the Year’ award for the six time at an award ceremony […]
Asian hornet alert: Public urged to stay vigilant
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The first confirmed sighting of an Asian hornet in the North has been confirmed by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency, prompting a public call for vigilance. The Asian Hornet was captured in the Dundonald area of Belfast on 10 October by a vigilant member of the public. Otherwise known as Yellow-legged hornet, the Asian Hornet is […]
NI Water donates waterbutts to schools
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Pupils across Fermanagh are learning the value of water conservation with help from NI Water, who have donated waterbutts to five local primary schools. The initiative supports environmental education and sustainability, helping young students understand how small changes can make a big difference. The schools benefiting from the donation include St Macartan’s PS, Roslea, St Naile’s […]
Driven by community needs
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Fermanagh Community Transport (FCT) is reminding local people that its vital service remains available for those without access to transport, helping rural residents stay connected to essential services, appointments, and community life. Established in 2013 following the merger of Fermanagh and South Tyrone Rural Transport and Rural Lift, FCT has since provided nearly half a […]
Lakeland Forum Impresses at Passivhaus Conference
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Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Lakeland Forum Redevelopment project made a strong impression at the UK & Ireland Passivhaus Conference. The event was held at ICC Belfast last Monday and Tuesday. The conference, themed Passivhaus in a Changing Climate, brought together top policymakers, industry experts, and practitioners. They explored how Passivhaus design supports climate action […]
Enniskillen to Sligo greenway project enters next stage
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The long-awaited Enniskillen to Sligo Greenway has entered the next phase in its development, with the views of local people here in Fermanagh now ‘actively being reviewed to shape the future route.’ The proposed 75km walking and cycling route will follow the route of the former the Sligo, Leitrim and Northern Counties Railway (SLNCR) railway […]