A KIND hearted young girl from Bellanaleck, Macy Connors, has spread some much-needed Christmas cheer by raising over £300 at a local craft fair. Macy crafted and sold beautiful bracelets, using the proceeds to generously support two worthy causes. She split the money between purchasing toys for the Cancer Centre in Belfast and assembling self-care […]
Mooney lead St Brigid’s to Connacht Club glory
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IT has been a 12 months to remember for Lisnaskea man Owen Mooney, who guided St Brigid’s to the Connacht Club Championship title, as well as helping Dublin GAA reach new heights. The Fermanagh coach is a well-known figure in GAA, having served in a number of roles with Ulster GAA, before his appointment as […]
GALLERY: Santa visits St Tierney’s PS in Roslea
The children raised an impressive £150 for the local branch of St Vincent de Paul, with the proceeds going towards their Christmas Appeal.
Crowley and Owens ready for busy 2026
ENNISKILLEN pro boxer Rhys Owens could be “stepping up to championship level” within the next two years, according to his coach, Sean Crowley. ‘Lights Out’ Owens enjoyed a 2025 to remember, by becoming the first professional boxer from Fermanagh in over 50 years, following in the footsteps of local man Gordon Ferris. With the support […]
Enniskillen bar serves up support for children
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The Cornerstone Bar in Enniskillen has spread some festive cheer this year, raising £825 for St Vincent de Paul to help local under-privileged children enjoy a brighter Christmas. The bar raised £750 thanks to the generosity of locals visiting to support St Vincent de Paul Enniskillen, and with an extra £75 kindly donated by Enniskillen BID, […]
Brookeborough saddened by death of shopkeeper Rose
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The Brookeborough community has been left saddened following the death of local shopkeeper Rose McClave. Formerly of Main Street, Brookeborough, Ms McClave passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. Many have paid tribute to Rose online describing her as ‘ a lovely lady’. “Deepest sympathies to Benny and family circle on the very sad passing of a […]
Community spirit boosts Enniskillen’s economy
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Enniskillen BID has once again proven that collaboration, creativity and community pride can drive a town forward. Over the past year, the BID team has delivered an ambitious programme of activity focused on boosting business, enticing customers and enhancing the experience for everyone who lives, works, visits and stays in Enniskillen. From record-breaking Gift Card […]
Fivemiletown students spread cheer in the community
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A GROUP of local students took time out of their busy festive schedules to spread joy throughout the local community last week. The Sixth Form girls from Fivemiletown College delivered thoughtfully prepared shortbread packs to nearby care homes and senior members of the community. The visits provided a welcome opportunity for students to engage with older generations while […]
Tributes pour in following death of popular mother
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THERE has been widespread sadness following the death of mother-of-two Emma Mackarel in a crash last week. Ms Mackarel (nee McClean), of Latgallan, Clones, passed away on Thursday, December 18, following a road traffic accident on the N2. Originally from Fermanagh, tributes have been paid across the county for the much loved local woman. Maguiresbridge Silver Band […]
Safety plea as Fermanagh road deaths soar
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By Callum McGuigan LOCAL motorists have been urged to slow down and stay alert after it was revealed Fermanagh’s roads were officially the deadliest in the North. A total of 14 people were killed on roads in Fermanagh and Omagh between April 2024 and March 2025. That’s almost double any other district in the North, and almost twice the […]