FERMANAGH church leaders have given their strong backing to the Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) campaign. At last week’s SOAS meeting at the Westville Hotel, a representative read out a joint statement from 11 Christian leaders representing 17 local churches. Pastor Andy Compton of Mullaghmeen Baptist Church in Ballinamallard spoke powerfully on behalf of Christian leaders […]
Enniskillen girls star in global ad campaign
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A GROUP of young Fermanagh rugby players from Enniskillen have found themselves at the heart of a global campaign celebrating the roots and rise of women’s rugby. Defender, the iconic Land Rover model, has turned its lens on Enniskillen RFC – the home club of Emily Valentine, the sport’s first known female player – as it reignites […]
Missing person found after search in Enniskillen
A missing person has been found and brought to safety following a extensive search operation in Enniskillen yesterday (August 12). The search, led by Community Rescue Service and supported by teams from the PSNI and SARDA-IN, covered extensive and challenging terrain throughout the day. “Despite the vast yet difficult terrain we are happy to report […]
Fivemiletown business records £106 million turnover
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A CLOTHING manufacturer based in Fivemiletown has recorded a massive turnover of £106 million in the last year. Cooneen by Design, who supply clothes for top brands and the armed forces, released their annual accounts last month. The company, which was established in 1966, has their head office registered in Antrim, however their primary factory remains […]
Alan completes 60k challenge for charity
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FERMANAGH man Alan Taylor has completed a remarkable endurance challenge – running 5km every four hours for 48 hours – to mark the 60th anniversary of a local childcare service and raise vital funds for SANDS, the stillbirth and neonatal death charity. Alan, who works at the Fermanagh Early Years Childcare Centre, initially suggested the […]
‘One in four’ are living in poverty in Fermanagh
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THE shocking extent of poverty in Fermanagh has been laid bare, with new figures revealing that nearly one in four people in the district are now living in relative poverty. Recent statistics show that approximately 23 per-cent of residents fall below the poverty line – three per-cent higher than the Northern Ireland average. Wages in […]
Fermanagh musical theatre to unleash Carrie on stage
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AFTER captivating audiences with their vibrant production of Shrek: The Musical last summer, Fermanagh Musical Theatre (FMT) is thrilled to return to the Ardhowen Theatre this season – but with something very different. This year, FMT is taking a darker turn with the thrilling and emotionally charged production of Carrie: The Musical.’ Based on Stephen King’s chilling […]
SWAH staff face frequent violence
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SHOCKING new figures have revealed that more than 760 physical assaults have been carried out on staff at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) over the past five years. The statistics, released in response to a written Assembly question from local MLA Diana Armstrong, have sparked fresh concern over the safety of frontline healthcare workers […]
Smyth hits 2-12 in Derrygonnelly Harps win over Gaels
Derrygonnelly 2-16 Enniskillen 3-7 By Martin McBrien YET again the mesmerising scoring talent that ranks Eimear Smyth as one of the most clinical and prolific forwards in ladies football in Ireland stood out in this highly competitive contest Footballing poetry in motion, a joy to watch, her 2-12 (6 frees) total represented the vital difference […]
Fermanagh U16s book GAA shield final place
FERMANAGH Under-16 boys will compete in the Gerry Reilly Shield Final next weekend as they bid to get their hands on the silverware following a big away victory against Tipperary in Portroe. The Erne men, who are managed by Aghadrumsee man Ciaran Carey, booked their place in the decider following a one-point victory over a […]