STAFF at South West Acute Hospital recently enjoyed a very special and heart-warming visit, as an extraordinary four-legged hero paid a visit to the cardiology department. The remarkable canine ‘Polly’ the Golden Retriever, from Ballinamallard has been crowned a ‘Hero Dog’ by the British Heart Foundation, as it was her bark in the middle of […]
First Minister shares Christmas joy at Clogher school
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By Alan Rodgers THERE was a warm, festive glow in the Clogher Valley on Thursday as pupils of St Macartan’s Primary School gave the First Minister, Michelle O’Neill, a heartwarming Christmas reception to remember. As blustery showers cleared, students formed a guard of honour to welcome the leader. Inside, the seasonal spirit continued with a cup […]
Meeting to discuss rural banking issues
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RESIDENTS have called for “every possible avenue” to be explored to make banking services more accessible for people in Fermanagh, as many have been left isolated and concerned. Last year, in Lisnaskea, residents were left outraged when Ulster Bank, the last remaining bank in the town, closed down as part of the company’s rapid closure of […]
Fermanagh and Omagh chairman celebrates progress
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The chair of the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Council has vowed to continue to fight for local services in 2026. As the year draws to a close, the chairman of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor Barry McElduff, has been reflecting on a busy and rewarding six months of leadership and community engagement. In his […]
Befriending service fighting loneliness in Fermanagh
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Christmas can be a lonely time for many, but here in Fermanagh one group is going the extra mile to help keep everyone in the community connected. The festive season is one of the busiest times of year for Connect Fermanagh, which provides a telephone befriending service to combat loneliness and isolation. Through a range of compassionate, […]
Sadness after death of ‘true Enniskillener’ Éamon
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TRIBUTES have been paid following the passing of Éamon Goodwin who was remembered as “a true Enniskillener” with a passion and love of Irish. Formerly of Floraville in Enniskillen, Mr Goodwin passed away peacefully on December 9. A wave of tributes have been paid from mourners across the community following the passing of Mr Goodwin. […]
Fermanagh farmers welcome inheritance tax changes
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It is hoped the changes announced today will give relief for family farms across Fermanagh.
Enniskillen Foodbank distributes hundreds of hampers
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THE Enniskillen Foodbank has said the support from the local community has been ‘outstanding’ after they delivered 386 food hampers to families in need in the town. For the first time ever, the Foodbank will close for the festive period, reopening for normal service on January 7. In order to make sure that the community […]
Survey shows support for refugees in Fermanagh
By Aaron McGurk FERMANAGH people are the most welcoming to refugees and asylum seekers, according to the latest official figures. The latest data from The Executive Office has given an insight into how residents in the Fermanagh and Omagh district view refugees and asylum seekers The survey found 60 per-cent of people in the local […]
Fermanagh House spreads festive cheer to children
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The team at Fermanagh House in Enniskillen has once again been spreading festive cheer beyond its doors, ensuring local families who need a little extra support can experience the joy and magic of the season. Every Christmas, Fermanagh House sets aside a portion of the centre’s earned income to carefully select and purchase batches of […]