RJ Mitten & Sons Ltd recently presented a £4,000 donation to the Diabetes UK Fermanagh Branch, continuing the company’s long-standing tradition of supporting charitable causes. Each year, the company makes a generous donation to a chosen charity in lieu of customer gifts. This year’s chosen beneficiary, Diabetes UK Fermanagh Branch, received the donation to support […]
Knockninny Credit Union issues £1m in loans in year
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A SMALL local credit union has enjoyed a record year, issuing almost £1 million in loans while boosting members’ shares to over £4.5 million. Addressing the 53rd AGM of Knockninny Credit Union, chairperson Donal McPhillips said the organisation “continues to deliver vital financial services to all members in our common bond.” He revealed that over […]
Fermanagh for Palestine wishes for end to Gaza genocide
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A spokesperson for the Fermanagh for Palestine campaign group said many people in the county wanted to see “a final and complete end to the genocide in Gaza, and the beginning of an inclusive peace process, which will lead to a durable and lasting peace” in 2026. “The Palestinians have suffered for many long decades […]
Principals demand return of emergency surgery at SWAH
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ALMOST 40 local primary school principals have joined forces to call for the urgent reinstatement of emergency general surgery (EGS) at the SWAH. The school leaders, from right across the county, have warned children and families face unnecessary risk if service is permanently removed. In an open letter published before the Christmas break, the Fermanagh […]
Local sanctuary already dealing with abandoned puppies
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LESS than a week since Christmas, local animal rescues and sanctuaries are bracing themselves for a flood of calls. The Hulabloo Sanctuary based in Tamlaght is already feeling the impact. They have received enquiries from people wishing to surrender dogs and puppies that were bought as festive gifts Owner Jules Feist said, “The next few weeks are […]
Dr Treacy to reveal ‘true purpose of medicine’ in book
FERMANAGH clinician Dr Patrick Treacy said that his new book will shine a light on how various places around the world have showcased the “resilience and the strength of community”. The Garrison man, who is established as one of the world’s top aesthetics clinician, is preparing to release his new book ‘Destinations’. Published by Olympia […]
SEFF’s touching tribute to the late Mervyn Johnston
The late Mervyn Johnston has been remembered as a genuinely decent human being, who was respected by many. Many tributes were shared following the death of the respected Fermanagh motorsport figure. Mr. Johnston passed away today (Thursday) surrounded by his family at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), following a short illness. Formly of Tullyhommon, […]
Pillar of Lisnaskea passes away on New Year’s Eve
The late Kathleen Breen (née McGrade) has been remembered as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother to whom she was fondly known as Nanny K. She was deeply cherished by her family and community in Lisnaskea. Formerly of Carrowshee Park, Lisnaskea, Mrs Breen passed away peacefully in hospital on On new years eve, December 31, […]
Fermanagh community mourns death of Wilma Swindle
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The Fermanagh community has been saddened following the death of Wilma Swindle. Formerly of Tattymacall Road, Lisbellaw, Wilma passed away unexpectedly and peacefully at home. “I am absolutely devastated to hear this awfully sad news, Wilma was one of the first friends I made when I moved to the area. Such a beautiful soul. May god rest her and […]
Fermanagh couple help shape disability care in Asia
A LOCAL couple from Lisnarick have been celebrating three decades transforming the lives of people with spinal cord injuries and other disabilities in Asia. Stephen and Maggie Muldoon have spent 30 years volunteering at the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP) in Savar, near Dhaka, Bangladesh. Founded in 1979 by British physiotherapist Valerie Taylor, the CRP […]