In a major win for grassroots sport, Enniskillen Rugby Club (ERC) has been celebrating a significant funding boost to help its women’s rugby programme continue to thrive. The club has been one of the stand-out success stories for local women’s sport in recent times, with five of the 15 starting players for Ulster in last […]
Appeal for volunteers to help protect children
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The NSPCC is appealing to people across Fermanagh to volunteer in local primary schools, with the charity struggling to find locals to help out in the county. The children’s charity’s ‘Speak Out Stay Safe’ programme teaches school children how to recognise abuse, to understand that it’s never their fault, and to know how to get help. To date there are […]
Teen’s fundraiser prompted by Maguiresbridge tragedy
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A Fermanagh teenager is gearing up to take part in the Enniskillen Spooktacular, determined to raise much-needed funds for Women’s Aid in the wake of the tragic Maguiresbridge incident. Motivated by recent events involving pupils from his school, Finlay Bell has dedicated himself to this important cause, combining his training in cycling and wrestling with a […]
Fermanagh’s Fleadh winners honoured in style
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SOME of the county’s top Irish traditional musicians were honoured at a special appreciation night and celebration to mark their success at the recent Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. Fermanagh musicians enjoyed unprecedented success at the event in Wexford and a large crowd turned out to Mulligan’s Bar in Newtownbutler for the show, organised by the Comhaltas group. […]
Fundraiser to mark Kelly Lynch’s birthday
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A COMMUNITY fundraiser, ‘A Day for Kelly,’ will be held in Dundalk on September 7 in memory of young Lisnaskea woman Kelly Lynch. A Day For Kelly is a heartfelt family fun day in memory of Kelly Lynch, created to bring people together in her honour and raise awareness in her name. It is aimed […]
Protest held at SWAH as Trust chiefs meet
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A protest took place at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) today ahead of the Western Health and Social Care Trust’s monthly board meeting. Supporters gathered in solidarity with frontline healthcare workers, with members of Unison and Unite unions making their presence felt outside the hospital. A spokesperson for Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) praised […]
Man dies following one-vehicle incident in Fermanagh
THE Fermanagh community has been left shocked and saddened after a man, believed to be aged in his 50s, died following a serious one-vehicle collision which occurred yesterday (Wednesday). The Emergency Services were called to the scene of an incident which occurred on Gardrum Road in Mullaghdun, yesterday afternoon. It’s understood that the man was […]
Foody Fermanagh at the fore of Neven’s new show
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FERMANAGH is to feature heavily in a new RTÉ One programme showcasing the food, culture, and people of Ulster, by award-winning chef Neven Maguire. Kicking off tonight (Wednesday), ‘Neven’s Ulster Food Tour’ opens with an episode all about the county, with the Blacklion man visiting a range of local eateries and attractions, such as the Marble Arch […]
Residents shocked after burglary spree in Enniskillen
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THE ENNISKILLEN community was left shocked following a series of burglaries and thefts at two local housing estates in the county town over the weekend. Police have launched an appeal for information after several burglaries and thefts took place in the Kilmacormick and Cornagrade areas, leaving many residents unsettled. In the early hours of Saturday morning, around 1.15am, […]
Fermanagh LGFA manager McGourty steps down
FERMANAGH LGFA has confirmed that CJ McGourty has stepped down as manager, with the search now beginning to appoint his successor. The Antrim man led Fermanagh to the All-Ireland Junior Football Championship title in 2024, as well as leading the Erne ladies to the Division 4 league title. In a statement released on social media, […]