SIXTEEN and 17-year-olds in Fermanagh will be able to vote at the next general election after the UK Government recently pledged its commitment to lower the voting age from 18 years of age. There has been widespread reaction locally to the news the UK Government has reduced the age for voting, while making a range […]
Playparks transformed across Fermanagh
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CHILDREN and families across Fermanagh have been enjoying newly-upgraded playparks, following significant investment. A number of playparks have been enchanced by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council in recent months, thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund’s Communities and Place programme. “These projects reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in our communities and enhancing the quality […]
Prayer service in Clare for Vanessa, James and Sara
It is understood the funerals of the much-loved mother and children will take place in the Clare village later this week.
Fresh police appeal in Maguiresbridge investigation
Detectives are seeking information on a Mercedes saloon car that may have been seen driving in Newtownbutler on Tuesday night.
Community unites in grief in Maguiresbridge
The event at Maguiresbridge Primary School, which James and Sara had attended, was organised by the local Village Rural Development Association.
Enniskillen rated Ireland’s most underrated town
“Built between two parts of Lough Erne, this island town is full of surprises.”
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: St Michael’s fans flock to Croke Park
GAA fans from across Fermanagh travelled to Croke Park in April 2019 for the Hogan Cup Final which saw St Michael’s College win the All-Ireland A College titles for the first time. Do you recognise anyone who appears in this week’s ‘Flashback Friday’ gallery? Tag them in our Facebook post!
Effort to reignite fireworks debate fizzles in Council
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A RENEWED attempt to revisit the Halloween fireworks funding fizzled out in the Council chamber. It will be six years this October since Fermanagh and Omagh District Council last hosted its festive firework display – which attracted thousands from across Fermanagh and beyond – at Enniskillen Castle. Last year, noting the extreme disappointment of local families […]
Band unites to support Béoán Jones’ recovery
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ONE of the county’s top rock bands raised £770 to support local resident Béoán Jones with his recovery, as they returned to the stage for their much-anticipated reunion gig. A large crowd recently turned out to The Crowes Nest in Enniskillen as ‘Index’ marked their return, performing some of their hits including ‘Dreaming Alone’ which […]
Decision on SWAH surgery ‘always in Minister’s hands’
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THERE was much confusion in the community last week after Health Minister Mike Nesbitt ‘intervened’ in the consultation on the removal of emergency general surgery (EGS) from the SWAH, with some mistakenly believing the service had been saved. Following the last-minute cancellation of the major public consultation event that had been due to take place […]