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 […]
Nathan Carter confirms UK tour dates
COUNTRY music star Nathan Carter is set to step out into one of his biggest tours to date as he aims to sell out top venues, theatres and stadiums across the water over the next few months. The Liverpudlian, who lives in Bellanaleck, is preparing to bring his award-winning concert tour to the UK when […]
Fermanagh youngster brings Christmas cheer to SWAH
A BELLANALECK schoolgirl has been praised for her ‘thoughtfulness and kindness’ after she truly embraced the season of goodwill by raising money to help children in hospital this Christmas. Macy Connors recently put her creative talents to the test by creating some handmade bracelets, before selling them at a local craft fair. She raised over £200 […]
Four police officers injured in Derrygonnelly
FOUR police officers from Fermanagh were among 20 injured in a 24-hour period across the North last weekend. The incidents occurred between Friday evening and Saturday morning. Superintendent Rosie Thompson revealed that four officers were hurt in Derrygonnelly while dealing with an aggressive suspect. Elsewhere, two were injured after their patrol vehicle was deliberately rammed […]
500 Fermanagh women seek help for domestic violence
KERRIE Flood, CEO of Fermanagh Women’s Aid, is just five months into her new role, and she says she ‘couldn’t be any prouder’ of her team after nearly 500 women reached out for help this year. The mother-of-four took on the leadership of Fermanagh Women’s Aid from Mary McCann, who led the organisation for 20 […]
Five hospitalised following Fermanagh road collision
FIVE people, including a young girl, were taken to hospital following a three-car crash on the Belturbet Road in Derrylin on Sunday afternoon. The incident, which occurred around 4.50pm, involved a grey Toyota RAV4, a red Citroen Berlingo, and a grey Toyota Corolla. Inspector Laird confirmed that a woman in her 50s, a man and […]
Fermanagh band release Christmas single
LOCAL band Tully has wrapped up 2024 in style, releasing a brand-new single to celebrate what has been a magical and memorable year for the popular family group. The family-based group – Maria Connolly, Sinead Connolly, Karen Connolly, and Danielle Cadden – has long been a staple at weddings and private functions. This year, however, […]
Strike action looms for Fermanagh teachers
A LOCAL teacher has expressed pride in her colleagues after they overwhelmingly voted for strike action in their fight for better pay. Teaching unions across Northern Ireland have agreed to further industrial action, putting pressure on the Department of Education to implement a pay deal already agreed upon in the UK. Sally Rees, an Enniskillen […]
Seán Quinn eyes revival of Fermanagh wind farm bid
FERMANAGH businessman Seán Quinn could be set to revive his bid to buy the Slieve Rushen Wind Farm in Derrylin amid speculation that the sale for the site has fallen through. UK-based company Gravis, which purchased the wind farm in 2014 for over €100 million, had reportedly been in negotiations with an international buyer over […]
Police launch appeal after Enniskillen hit and run
POLICE in Fermanagh has launched an appeal for information following a hit and run this evening. ”Police are appealing for witnesses/dash cam footage of a hit and run road traffic collision that occurred on Monday 16th December 2024 at approximately 1905hrs on the Dublin Road, Enniskillen outside the old McDonald’s building, involving a Black Audi […]