Local Ju Jitsu enthusiasts are preparing for their most challenging fundraiser yet, a 24-hour roll in aid of Fermanagh Women’s Aid. Organiser Lyle Gawley, head coach at Fermanagh Ju Jitsu, who are hosting the fundraiser along with Fermanagh Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, said the challenge was about more than just raising money, it’s about raising awareness. “I always explain the difference between consensual […]
Enniskillen girls take part in women’s rugby final
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IT WAS a day to remember for a group of young players from Enniskillen Rugby Club, who travelled to Twickenham for the Women’s Rugby World Cup final — not just as spectators, but as part of the historic occasion itself. In front of a crowd of almost 82,000 supporters, Amy Nelson proudly stepped onto the […]
McManus strikes late to fire Teemore to semi-final
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Mannok SFC Quarter-Final Belnaleck 1-13 Teemore 1-14 By Mark McGoldrick TWO late scores from sub Eoin McManus fired Teemore into the Fermanagh Senior Football Championship semi-final for the first time since 2020 following a deserved win over Belnaleck. Played in Bellanaleck, Tony Collins’ side put in a mammoth performance, showing all of their resilience and […]
Community support continues to grow for cancer centre
The community is continuing to go above and beyond to support the Cancer Focus centre in Enniskillen which is providing a vital service to people and their families who are living with cancer. Through its base at 18 High Street, the cancer organisation provides a range of important services including specialist bra and swimwear clothing […]
Past meets present in a week of local pride
Hertiage Week 2025 brought over 600 people together across Fermanagh and Omagh. Communities of all ages came out to celebrate the stories, people, and places that shape our identity. The programme was delivered in partnership with local groups, volunteers, and heritage organisations. It was a huge success, offering a wide range of tours, talks, and […]
High street help for schoolchildren
A new initiative by local businesses in Enniskillen is helping keep local schoolchildren safe. The Jolly Sandwich in Darling Street and Poundland in the Enniskillen Shopping Centre have both recently reached out to parents and pupils, offering their premises as safe havens for children who may find themselves in need during the school day. The […]
State pension likely to rise by 4.7% next year
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THE pension is expected to increase next year, in what would be a major boost to Fermanagh pensioners. Many elderly residents in the county have been left concerned for their futures following the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and rise in price hikes, with calls for support from governments. It has now been reported that the state […]
MLA announces arrival of ‘little heart warrior’
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FERMANAGH and Omagh MLA Deborah Erskine has announced the early arrival of her baby daughter, Olivia Rhoda Jean. Born eight weeks premature, Olivia is currently being cared for in the Royal Neonatal Unit. Ms Erskine described her as a “little heart warrior,” already showing remarkable strength and taking brave steps forward each day. The MLA […]
Fermanagh’s roads at ‘real risk’ of deterioration
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CALLS are growing at Stormont for the implementation of a new roads maintenance strategy as fears are growing that the county’s roads are going to be “left to deteriorate to a dangerous level”. Motorists have been venting their fury for many years now over the state of the roads in the county, with the Northern […]
Mother’s fight to secure better future for her children
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A YOUNG Fermanagh mum has spoken out about the lack of suitable activities and support for children with additional needs in the area, describing the situation as both ‘heartbreaking’ and ‘frustrating.’ Emma Brown, 25, lives in Lisnaskea with her husband Ryan and their three children, Jenson (5), Hudson (3), and Delilah-Rose (1). Both Jenson and Hudson […]