A COMMUNITY group in Derrygonnelly said they were “delighted” after they received a significant £14,000 grant to renew existing defibrillators and cabinets in the area. The Sillees Defibrillator Support Group confirmed they had been awarded £14,000 through the National Lottery Community Fund, with the proceeds set to go towards providing potentially life-saving equipment. “We’re delighted […]
PSNI alarm at drink and drug driving levels
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POLICE have expressed serious concern at the level of drink and drug driving detected locally over the Christmas period, following a number of alarming cases. In one incident, a woman in Enniskillen was stopped after being reported by members of the public and returned a roadside breath test reading of micrograms of alcohol per 100ml […]
Fermanagh Ju Jitsu students impress at grading event
FERMANAGH Ju Jitsu recently celebrated the success and talents of their local students after a hugely successful grading event in Lisnaskea. Participants in WJJF Japanese Ju Jitsu classes in the Fermanagh group showcased their talents to Sho Shin David Toney, who awarded a number of belts to the Fermanagh competitors. Lyle Gawley from Fermanagh Ju […]
New High Sheriff of Fermanagh appointed
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Alison Annan has been appointed as the new High Sheriff of County Fermanagh, taking on the ceremonial role for the coming year. Ms Annan will follow the likes of Breda McGrenaghan, Catherine Irwin, Pat O’Doherty, Noelle McAlinden and Norman Coalter who have all been appointed as previous High Sheriffs’. As High Sheriff, Alison will be invited to greet any member […]
Fermanagh youth weigh in on housing prices
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A YOUNG local resident has warned rising house prices are making it increasingly difficult for locals to buy. Lisbellaw man Mark Robinson highlighted the challenges facing those currently in their 20s and wanting to get on the market. “The house prices currently is great if you own a property and are looking to sell up. […]
Trócaire honours 150 years of church with special gift
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ST Michael’s Parish Church in Enniskillen recently received a commemorative Trócaire box, to recognise 150 years of the church. Roisin O’Hara from Trócaire, along with local Trócaire ambassador Bridie Duffy, presented the box to Fr Raymond Donnelly, following a service at St Michael’s Church. “A commemorative Trócaire box cast in bronze was presented to St […]
The winter that will never be forgotten in Fermanagh
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WE may have had our first cold snap of the new year this week, but nothing compares to the saga of 15 years ago when the county was in the midst of the harshest winter in living memory. The Big Freeze of 2010 still lives vividly in local minds, from snow-covered streets and frozen pipes to school […]
Rotary Club welcomes 2026 with New Year gathering
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THE Rotary Club of Enniskillen held its New Year Lunch at the Killyhevlin Hotel on Monday this week. Despite the snow and ice, a large crowd turned out to hear Rev Lorraine Capper deliver the first address of 2026. The Club meets for lunch every Monday, where they hear from distinguished speakers, discuss their charity […]
Major retailer reports annual sales growth
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A LEADING retailer, which works out of the recently sold Erneside Shopping Centre in Enniskillen, is expecting that its full-year profits will be in the region of £1.15 billion. Fashion retail chain Next, which has a reported 700 stores across the world, enjoyed a strong year of business, with its full price sales for nine […]
Big turnout for launch of Belcoo walkway
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A LARGE crowd turned out to Belcoo GAA club recently for the official launch of a walkway, in memory of its late club members. ‘Oisin’s Walkway’, which was named in memory of the late Oisin McGrath, was opened at Belcoo GAA club following weeks of work and development at the GAA club in Fermanagh. The […]