F&W Division One Enniskillen Town Utd 2 Ballinamallard Utd Res 2 By Jonathan Hogan OLD rivals crossed paths again on Saturday as Ballinamallard United Reserves made their first Fermanagh and Western league trip to Enniskillen Town in over a decade. And after a lively, seesawing contest, both sides left feeling they could have taken more […]
Major boost for apprenticeships in Fermanagh
THE North’s Economy Minister has announced the dates for NI Apprenticeship Week 2026. Dr Caoimhe Archibald has revealed that it will take place from February 2 to 6 next year, and will feature events across all regions and occupational sectors, offering practical insights and real opportunities for potential apprentices and employers alike. She said, “Apprenticeship […]
Volunteers on a mission to raise diabetes awareness
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ON FRIDAY, World Diabetes Day highlighted the challenges faced by people living with the condition, from spotting early symptoms to managing daily life. Local volunteers Dinah Shortt and Anne Harland, both mothers of sons diagnosed with diabetes, said they were inspired to give back to the community by sharing their time and experiences. Dinah Shortt […]
Fermanagh runner leads Ireland to silver medal in Leeds
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CONAN McCaughey took another major step in his athletics career by helping Ireland win a silver medal at the British and Irish Masters Cross Country at Roundhay Park in Leeds. Having won the Irish trial at the National Sports Campus last month, McCaughey was hoping to be at the business end of proceedings in his […]
Fermanagh woman launches theatre company in London
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HAILING from the quiet countryside of Fermanagh, Emily Braddick has taken her passion for performance from local drama groups to the bright lights of London’s theatre scene. A graduate of the London College of Music, Emily, pictured right, is now carving out her own space in the industry as co-founder of TOPBRA Productions — a […]
Delegation in London to lobby for Fermanagh farmers
A DELEGATION is in London this week to lobby the Westminster government on the controversial planned changes to farming policy. With fears persisting on the impact the changes will have on rural farming families, such as those in Fermanagh, the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has made the trip along with a 20-strong delegation. The visit […]
Fermanagh entrepreneur launches new venture
FERMANAGH businesswoman Catherine Maguire has launched an exciting new venture – Oaks and Archdale, a premium hamper business offering luxury hampers showcasing local and Irish produce. The project is a labour of love for Catherine, who is well known as the owner of The Vineyard Off-Licence and Castle Archdale Service Station. It brings together carefully curated selections of fine […]
Fermanagh jiu jitsu star grapples to bronze in Dublin
FERMANAGH Brazilian Jiu Jitsu star Wiktow Sedziak recently won a bronze medal in the grey belt under 155lbs age 14/15 bracket at Grappling Industries in Dublin. The 15-year-old started well with a very fast finish against a strong opponent. The match went quickly to the ground after his opponent went for a double leg takedown which Wiktor took […]
£51,000 raised at Cancer Focus Pink Run in Enniskillen
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CANCER Focus NI marked its first Pink Run at St Angelo Airport in Enniskillen with over 400 excited participants enjoying a pink powder-filled day out. The sold-out event was filled with positive energy, creative costumes and a sense of purpose, with a palpable feeling of support and solidarity for local women and families on a […]
Concern as veterinary medication bills set to increase
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CONFUSION is growing among Fermanagh farmers, pet owners, and vets as major changes to animal medicine rules take effect in January. Under the Windsor Framework, a UK-EU agreement on goods moving from Great Britain into the North of Ireland, access to veterinary medicines for pets and livestock could become more restricted. Although the Government has […]