LOCAL Country star Anthony McBrien was one of the headline performers at a popular dancing weekend which attracted hundreds of music fans to the Allingham Arms Hotel in Bundoran. The Derrylin man, who has been on a constant on the music scene for three decades, earned rave reviews following his performances of some American songs […]
Top talent confirmed for Beckett Festival
THIS April a series of innovative and exciting events are taking place across Fermanagh celebrating the county’s connection to one of the world’s most renowned writers, Samuel Beckett. Organised to mark the 70th anniversary of Nobel laureate’s surrealist play, the Oh My Godot! (OMG!), as well as Beckett’s birthday and the signing of the Good […]
Farmer died after being attacked by bull, inquest finds
AN inquest into the death of 81-year-old retired Dromore farmer Harold Gilmore found that his death was caused by trampling most likely caused by a bull. Mr Gilmore died on July 20 of last year in a field close to his home, which he owned but was rented out on the Fintona Road, Dromore. It […]
Kate Smith has ‘no regrets’ about career change
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BELLEEK journalist Kate Smith has “the perfect balance” in her life as a mother and businesswoman, almost two decades after she presented her final news bulletin on UTV Live. Kate was a news anchor for UTV Live from 1983 to 2006. She toured the world and interviewed celebrity icons, but it’s covering the Enniskillen Bombing in 1987 […]
Agriculture apprenticeships graduate from CAFRE
FERMANAGH farmers of the future were celebrating recently after graduating from their agriculture apprenticeships at CAFRE’s Enniskillen campus. With the industry continuing to evolve rapidly, and the demand for skilled staff rising, apprenticeship raining has emerged as a popular option for students seeking hands-on experience in the field. CAFRE Enniskillen offer level 2 and level 3 part-time qualifications, […]
Brendon makes his mark on the pitch
Brendon Sampson first moved to Lisnaskea from South Africa at the age of three he instantly fell in love with GAA, soon declaring he would play at Croke Park someday. This summer, at the age of 11, the Bunsoil An Traonaigh pupil will realise that dream in front of a crowd of more than 80,000. […]
Farming is the most overworked industry
FARMERS are the hardest workers in the UK, a new survey has revealed. Farmers, along with those in the fishing and forestry industries, work an average of 42 hours a week, which is 32.13 percent more than the average worker, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics. The figures, which were analysed by legal […]
Elaine returns to Fermanagh as BBC district reporter
A FERMANAGH woman is making an exciting return to her roots as she steps into the role of BBC district reporter for Fermanagh. With a passion for storytelling and a deep connection to the local community, Elaine Mitchell is poised to bring fresh perspectives and insights to the regions news landscape. Elaine’s journey back home […]
Fermanagh teachers welcome pay deal agreement
FERMANAGH teachers could now have “a better quality life and workload balance” after they agreed a pay offer following a hard-fought campaign which helped avert the threat of strike action. The Northern Ireland Teachers’ Council agreed a deal which will see teachers receive a 5.5-per-cent pay rise which will be backdated to September 1 2024 […]
‘Jets’ting off to Florida!
By Annie Flynn JETS Enniskillen Cheerleading Club has made history qualifying to compete in The World Summit held in Florida 2026 for the first time ever. Majella Beacom chairwoman of the club said, “We are extremely proud, ecstatic and over the moon. It would have been a dream for those girls to compete in the worlds […]