DESPERATE efforts to save more than 300 jobs at the BT Group branch in Enniskillen have given devastated employees a glimmer of hope. Last night (Tuesday), hundreds of Enniskillen BT employees and their families attended a crunch meeting at the Westville Hotel in Enniskillen organised by the Communication Workers Union (CWU), to see what, if […]
Fermanagh’s finest are ready to rock ‘Down Under’
By Jasmin Swift THE county’s own Tumbling Paddies will soon be setting off on ‘The Journey So Far Australia Tour’, with band member John McCann expressing his excitement for the “sold-out” Sydney tour “that shows the popularity of the band that is out there at the minute.” The tour kick-starts on March 14th in the Sydney Liberty Hall and spans […]
Health Minister invited to discuss SWAH crisis
NEWLY re-appointed Health Minister Robin Swann is to be invited to a special meeting of the Council to discuss the “life-threatening” situation of the withdrawal of emergency general surgery at the SWAH, with the Western Trust failure to begin planning for the return of the service branded “a disgrace”. The proposal to do so came from […]
Fear Enniskillen businesses could be hit by DfI move
THERE are fears local businesses could lose trade in Enniskillen town centre after many had their advertising signs removed last week. A common sight in the county town, many businesses use ‘A’ boards to advertise their services. However, last Friday staff from the Department of Infrastructure (DfI) removed some of the signs from the footpaths. The […]
Dromore parishioners save man after cardiac arrest
A MAN who was saved by fellow parishioners and a church while at Mass has been speaking of his experience to raise awareness of defibrillators and first aid training. Benny Gallagher, who had suffered a heart attack eight years prior, collapsed after entering St Davog’s Church on Christmas morning. Luckily, a vigilant paramedic noticed Benny’s distress, and acted […]
Puppies for Palestine appeal
Springador puppies are for sale in Derrylin with all proceeds going to UNICEF for medical aid in Palestine. Ray McManus came up with the idea after seeing the coverage of the devastation on television. “Every time you turned on the TV there was hospitals closing down and they were running short of medical supplies. “I seen […]
Lisnaskea man says help is needed for mental health
THOSE in charge of mental health services must make sure they are really taking the time to listen to those who come forward seeking help, instead of “just ticking boxes.” That’s the vital message from a well-known local man who himself has experienced first-hand the powerful impact of “being heard” when going through his own struggles. Stephen Carters, a former Lisnaskea […]
Donagh mourns death of ‘gifted’ Steven Ingram
THE Donagh community has been left saddened following the death of ‘one of the greats’ Steven Ingram who dedicated his life to family and football. Mr Ingram, who was commonly known as ‘Nudie’, passed away peacefully on Tuesday. A devout sportsman, Mr Ingram was a dedicated member of the St Patrick’s Donagh GAA club, both […]
Fermanagh author goes to Hollywood
A FERMANAGH author and wellbeing champion has been jetting around the world and mingling with the stars to promote mental health awareness. Emma Weaver, who is a best-selling writer and TEDx speaker, recently returned from LA where she was MC-ing at an event as part of a ground-breaking campaign on mental health awareness. Founded by Yorkshire man […]
Fermanagh priest Fr Gary Donegan awaiting third surgery
JUST hours after he underwent surgery on his eye, Fr Gary Donegan has confirmed that he’s going to have to go under the knife again later this month. Since December, the Fermanagh cleric has been undergoing treatment on his right eye, in a bid to save and secure his sight. The Newtownbutler priest underwent surgery […]