A FERMANAGH cleric said his barefoot walk to Dublin to raise money for a number of organisation was “a spiritual disciple in itself” after he clocked up 180 kilometres in two weeks. Rev Stephen McWhirter, Rector of Rossorry Parish Church, concluded his barefoot walk at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin on Sunday, April 13, where he was […]
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is ‘quite rich’
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has said its “quite rich at present” as it has pledged £11 million of its current financial reserves towards the redevelopment of the Lakeland Forum. Prior to the vote on the redevelopment of the Forum, councillors were informed that the cost of the project had risen to £70 million, compared to […]
Boost for Tyrone and Fermanagh mental health units
MENTAL health units at Tyrone and Fermanagh (T&F) Hospital has received almost £500,000 in funding aimed at improving safety and facilities for inpatients – but concerns remain over delays to a long-promised new mental health unit in Omagh. The funding, confirmed in a letter sent by Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and discussed at a recent […]
True blue Frank hoping to lift Irish Junior Cup
FRANK Wallace has kicked about at Enniskillen Town since he was a cub and on Friday evening he’ll run out at Windsor Park for the biggest game in his career in the sky blue jersey. 35-year-old Wallace came through the youth ranks at the club under the stewardship of the likes of Brian Lindsay and […]
Fermanagh drama group celebrates 25 years with panto
A LOCAL drama group is bringing a hugely popular pantomime to life on stage this week at the Termon Centre as they prepare to celebrate 25 years in existence with a special series of shows. The Borderline Players, who were established in September 2000, have been leading productions for over two decades and they’re currently […]
Fermanagh mourns death of ‘humble’ Pope Francis
CATHOLICS across Fermanagh are mourning the death of Pope Francis who was remembered as a “humble man” and a “breath of fresh air” following his passing on Easter Monday. Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who selected the papal name Francis following his election as Pope in March 2013, passed away peacefully on Monday morning, following a long […]
Future fuel action plan welcomed in Fermanagh
AN ENNISKILLEN gas network operator has welcomed the newly-published Energy Strategy Action Plan 2025 which includes focus on biomethane – an indigenous, fully renewable gas that has the potential to transform the region’s energy landscape. The North’s journey towards a cleaner, more sustainable energy future has taken a significant step forward with the Department for the […]
Dublin must lead the way to ‘new Ireland’
THE IRISH government must lead the way to a border poll, and in creating a new Ireland that works everyone on the island, Fermanagh republicans were told on Sunday. Speaking at the annual Easter commemorations, held this year in Lisnaskea, former Fermanagh South Tyrone (FST) MP Michelle Gildernew hit out at “cruel cuts” by the British government, telling the gathered crowd there was “a […]
Council asked to help identify sites for Travellers
THE local council has been asked to assist in identifying potential sites for both short-term and long-term ‘culturally appropriate’ accommodation for the Traveller Community. Irish Travellers, a legally protected ethnic minority, are supported by the Housing Executive (HE) for their accommodation needs. While many Travellers prefer traditional housing, the HE also provides serviced sites for […]
Fears for GP services in Fermanagh
THERE are fears for the future of many local GP practices after funding talks between the BMA (British Medical Association) and the Department of Health broke down. The BMA, which serves as a trade union for GPs, had been in contract negotiations with the Stormont government regarding the level of support provided to practices. However […]