By Thomas Maher COUNCILLORS in Fermanagh and Omagh have clashed over the merits of a four-day working week after reviewing a report on the first English council to permanently adopt the policy. South Cambridgeshire District Council introduced the shorter week on trial in January 2023 before making it permanent in July of this year. Findings […]
Frank travels summit to sea for Movember
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A LOCAL man and his friends have completed an epic 460km relay from Chamonix to Marseille, raising thousands for Movember in the process. Frank Rafferty, a 24-year-old from Enniskillen, was part of a six man team competing in The Speed Project. The race featured 36 teams from around the world. The race began at 4 am on August 22, in the […]
Fermanagh band performs for Gaza
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FERMANAGH band ‘Tully’ were one of the main acts who took centre stage in Roslea over the weekend at a concert which was held in a bid to raise money for people affected by war in Gaza. A large crowd turned out to Derrygannon Hall as part of the fundraiser in the county for the Medical […]
Enniskillen pupils reach Angus final
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FOUR pupils from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School are in the final stages of the prestigious ABP Angus Youth Challenge, after a year of showcasing their skills, teamwork and commitment to sustainable agriculture. Mackenzie Wilson, Jenson Lindsay, Alfie Thompson and Conor Phair began their journey 12 months ago and have since reared five calves, visited Brussels […]
Crimestoppers offers reward after agricultural thefts
CRIMESTOPPERS is now offering a reward following a recent spate of high value agricultural thefts in Fermanagh and in the Omagh area. From today, (Wednesday) a reward of £3,500 is available for information given directly to the charity that results in the arrest and conviction of those responsible. The ‘Herald has reported a number of […]
Fermanagh singer dedicates folk ballad to his mother
OVER 60 years after he won the All-Ireland Fleadh, 91-year-old Tommy McDermott captivated the crowd at the Dún Uladh Cultural Heritage Centre when he performed a song in memory of his late mother. The Lisnaskea man, a much-loved and cherished member of the Fermanagh community, took centre stage at the Omagh venue when he performed an […]
Lough Erne jewel up for sale at £5 million
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ELY Lodge, a spectacular country estate on the shores of Lough Erne, has been placed on the market with a guide price of £5 million. The historic 209-acre property includes more than 2.7 miles of private lough frontage, a seven-bedroom residence, five cottages, traditional farmyard, walled garden, arboretum, woodland and pasture. It also boasts private […]
Fermanagh businesses call for healthcare roundtable
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BUSINESS leaders from Fermanagh have urged the Department of Health to immediately commission a roundtable on the future of rural healthcare services. With the highly pressured winter months only weeks away, representatives from across the business sector – from SMEs to global companies in manufacturing, transport, and hospitality – are calling on Health Minister Mike […]
ELO celebrates 30 years of show-stopping success
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For 30 years, Enniskillen Light Operatic (ELO) has been bringing music, colour, and energy to the Ardhowen stage, captivating audiences with its vibrant productions of well-loved musicals. What started as a branch of the Enniskillen Actors Company has grown into a much-loved society dedicated solely to the magic of musical theatre. ELO’s journey began in […]
Fermanagh boxer Owens set for pro bow in Donegal
Enniskillen’s Rhys Owens is set to make his professional boxing debut on October 18 at the Aura Leisure Complex in Letterkenny. The card, Rumble in the Hills: Rising Stars, is promoted by Jason Quigley, former world middleweight title challenger, under Sheer Sports Management, in association with Donegal County Council, and will be streamed live on TrillerTV. […]