By Niamh McGovern LISNASKEA teacher Catrina McDermott has written a touching book aimed at bringing comfort to people who are feeling low. Her new release, ‘The Christmas Prayer’, was launched recently with the hope of uplifting readers of all ages. Speaking with the Fermanagh Herald, Catrina said she has always had a passion for writing. She […]
End of the roadshow for Crannog Antiques
Crannog Antiques has been a magical treasure trove for the people of Fermanagh for nearly 30 years. Nestled in the heart of the town, the shop has been a source of charm and history, with its collection of vintage furniture, delicate porcelain, and other unique items, each telling its own story. Evelyn Hassard opened the […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY… Hospital Ball!
There was plenty of glitz and glamour and top style on display at the Hospital Ball at the Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen. Check out all of the action from our gallery of pics and tag your friends or whoever you see here in our Facebook post. To read more on this story see this week’s […]
Fermanagh woman speaks out after miscarriage
A FERMANAGH woman who suffered a miscarriage has urged local women to reach out for help after revealing how she ‘spiraled and gave up’ following one of the toughest times in her life. Carla Kelly, from Enniskillen, experienced the loss in 2022 and has shared how she felt lost and uncertain about her future afterwards. […]
Fermanagh to honour Fleadh winners
Excitement is building at the Ardhowen Theatre ahead of an action-packed Christmas schedule featuring some of the county’s finest traditional musicians and entertainers. A large crowd is expected on Saturday, January 4, for a local Comhaltas celebration to honour recent All-Ireland Fleadh winners, Patrick Treacy and Aodhan O’Donnell. Treacy, 21, ended his 14-year-long wait for […]
Fermanagh girl (5) raises awareness about arthiritis
A FIVE-YEAR-OLD Fermanagh girl living with a lifelong form of arthritis is determined to break the stigma around long-term conditions and inspire others who share her diagnosis. Ellie, who was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) at just two-years-old, faces daily pain caused by the autoimmune condition, which affects approximately one in 1,000 children under […]
Donna steps up for AWARE NI in December challenge
EVERY day this December, rain or shine, Enniskillen resident Donna McManus is lacing up her shoes and stepping out with purpose to support AWARE NI. Through her daily walks, Donna is not only promoting fitness but also raising vital awareness and funds for a cause close to her heart. “I’m doing this fundraiser because I […]
Big Sleep Out highlights current homeless crisis
ON a cold December night, First Housing Enniskillen hosted a sleep-out in the Diamond to raise awareness of homelessness in Fermanagh. Armed with sleeping bags, nine team members braved the winter chill as part of The Big Sleep Out, an initiative to shed light on the struggles faced by those without stable housing. Recent figures […]
Domestic abuse call every 17 minutes in Fermanagh
POLICE in Fermanagh are responding to a domestic violence call every 17 minutes, according to figures shared by the PSNI. This shocking statistic was revealed during the ‘16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence’ campaign, which aims to raise awareness and call for an end to violence against women and girls. PSNI Inspector Joni Beatty […]
Fermanagh’s Howe hopes to shine even brighter in 2025
By Patrick McKiernan Having earned her international debut for Northern Ireland in April followed by her signing for the legendary English club Nottingham Forest in August, Casey Howe has had an exceptional year by many players’ standards. But it hasn’t all been plain sailing. Injuries denied her a chance to play in crucial matches for […]