Fermanagh man living the dream at the barber’s chair


A FERMANAGH man is now the first choice barber for some of the Premier League’s top stars as he builds on his 12 year dream of owning his own shop. Teemore man Louis Donohoe has received widespread social media acclaim and recognition after he has cut hair for some Liverpool and Northern Ireland footballers. After […]


National award for Fermanagh estate agents


A FERMANAGH estate agents has picked up an award in recognition of its social media campaign which hit over 100,000 views online and made ‘a huge effort to drive innovation’ locally. Montgomery Finlay & Co, was commended in the ‘Property Marketing Campaign of the Year’ category at the Belfast Telegraph Property Awards for its ‘Fermanagh’s Finest’ […]


Fermanagh farmers anger over inheritance tax charge


AS farmers continue to digest the inheritance tax announcement in last week’s budget, fears are growing for the entire future of the local industry. Indeed, many believe the introduction of a 20 per-cent tax on combined business and agricultural assets above £1million will spell the end of generational farming, particularly in rural parts of the North. Fermanagh and […]


Fermanagh woman ready for Knitting & Stitching finals


WITH only a couple of days to go until crafters and knitters from across the North flock to Belfast’s inaugural The Knitting & Stitching Show, the finalists in this years dressmaking competition have been revealed. Fourteen finalists from across Ireland are competing for the chance to get their hands on a Janome Sewing Machine worth £850. This […]


Plan to dual the A4 still on the agenda


THE PLAN to dual the main Enniskillen to Sligo road is still on the agenda. However, as always, funding could be a long time coming. The ambitious plan to upgrade the A4 from Ballygawley to Belcoo, and then the subsequent N16 from Blacklion to Sligo, has been floated for many years, and while the funds may not […]


Nomination nods for Fermanagh business


THE Belmore Court and Motel in Enniskillen said it’s “an extraordinary honour” after it received four award nominations at a ceremony which celebrates the best in the global hospitality industry. The Enniskillen establishment, owned by Terry McCartney, was shortlisted for four accolades at the prestigious and distinguished GuestRevu GREAT Awards, for the second year running. It […]


DV8 returns to the high street in Enniskillen


ENNISKILLEN High Street is set to see a shopping boost with a popular clothing chain planning to open a new store just in advance of Christmas. DV8 Clothing, who currently trade in the town through its Erneside based store will be opening a second location on the high street. The store which sells over 40 top fashion clothing […]


Fermanagh drivers waiting over 61 days for MOTs


FERMANAGH motorists are waiting for up to 61 days to book an MOT appointed as new figures reveal that the Enniskillen test centre has the fourth longest waiting list in the North. It comes after it was revealed that waiting lists for MOTs at the 15 Drive and Vehicle and Agency test centres in the North […]


Fermanagh road crash victim named locally


THE Fermanagh community has been left deeply shocked following the death of much-loved Mark Johnston who died following a one-vehicle collision in Lisnaskea on Thursday morning. Mr Johnson, formerly of Gallooon Road in Derrykenny, Newtownbutler, died tragically after he was involved in a one-vehicle crash on the Newbridge Road (Lisnaskea – Derrylin Road). A talented […]


Fermanagh public warned over convincing scam


CALLOUS scammers have been taking advantage of the ongoing cost of living crisis, with convincing text messages claiming to be from the government circulating locally. The messages, which vary slightly, claim to offer residents access to government cost of living support schemes and ask receivers to update their personal details, usually with a short deadline […]