A LOCAL farmer has condemned recent dog attacks on sheep, calling it ‘cruel to see animals suffering’ after several ewes and lambs were injured or killed in separate incidents in Garrison and Tempo. Sheep farmers in Fermanagh are on high alert following the attacks, which have resulted in ewes being killed and several lambs suffering […]
BREAKING: St Michael’s College principal to stand down
THE principal of St Michael’s College in Enniskillen has informed his staff that he will be stepping down at the end of the school year. Mark Henry, who took on the role of principal in 2016, will step down from his role in June. Originally from Derry, Mr Henry joined the teaching staff at St […]
Fermanagh band The Tumbling Paddies release new album
The Tumbling Paddies have taken another major step forward in their music career by releasing a new seven-track album. The six-man band launched ‘Graffy Sessions’ on Christmas Day to the delight of their fans, opting for a unique twist to their music. Featuring songs like ‘The Bare Necessities’ and ‘Ramblin’ Man’, the band are keen […]
Calls to remove Israeli flags in Enniskillen
A LOCAL councillor has urged the police and Department for Infrastructure (DfI) to remove Israeli flags displayed around Enniskillen, claiming they are ‘contentious and cause division’ in the area. Sinn Féin’s Dermot Browne raised concerns after several Israeli flags were erected in Chanterhill, Enniskillen. “I seconded a proposal to write to DfI and the PSNI […]
Fermanagh healthcare staff under ‘relentless pressure’
By Niamh McGovern AS flu cases continue to rise across Fermanagh, healthcare staff are preparing for another challenging period. At South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), staff have resumed wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) to safeguard themselves against infections as they work to manage the high volume of patients. Andy McKane, a long-time NHS worker and […]
Cat loses leg in Christmas Eve accident in Fermanagh
A MAJOR fundraising campaign has been launched to support a cat in the county which had to undergo a leg amputation after it was the victim of a road accident on Christmas Eve. Local pet owners and animal lovers united following a heartfelt social media appeal from ‘Lost Paws NI’ which shared the traumatic experience […]
Council reject push to elevate status of Clogher show
ATTEMPTS to elevate the Clogher Valley Show to flagship event status were firmly dismissed at the monthly meeting of Mid Ulster District Council. Clogher Valley councillor Frances Burton proposed that the annual agricultural showcase, one of the district’s largest events, be recognised as a key highlight in the council’s calendar. She suggested that granting it […]
SEFF chairman awarded MBE
ERIC Brown, chairman of the South East Fermanagh Foundation (SEFF), has been awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours List for his services to the community in Fermanagh. Originally from Derrygonnelly and now living in Maguiresbridge, Mr Brown has dedicated much of his life to supporting victims and survivors of The Troubles through […]
MLAs focus on infrastructure, healthcare, economy in 25
THE North’s MLAs are facing scrutiny after backing a motion that will see a ten per-cent increase in the running costs of the NI Assembly, along with a pay rise for themselves. The decision, which will raise the Assembly’s operational budget from £5.7 million to £64.2 million, is set to take effect from April 2025. […]
A Christmas tale at Killadeas
MEMBERS and staff at Killadeas Day Care Centre and the Fermanagh Fun Farm recently teamed up for a special performance of well-known play ‘Christmas Past, Present and Future’. The shows took place in the large animal shed at Fermanagh Fun Farm, with the rescue ponies, horses and donkeys all contributing to this unique atmosphere of […]