DERRYGONNELLY singer Fergal McConnell has taken a major step in his music career by releasing a new single, which was recorded by an American bluegrass band over 15 years ago. The talented musician, who regularly accompanies his sister Rachel and other Country music stars in the county, has showcased his talents by releasing his version […]
Fermanagh businesses back Halloween festivities
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WITH the Council no longer staging the long-established Halloween celebrations in the county town, Enniskillen BID has once again announced its spooky celebrations for the season ahead. Backed by local businesses in the town, BID has revealed a week-long programme of events starting Friday October 24 and culminating in the return of the town’s much-loved fireworks […]
Fermanagh hospitality businesses rally behind SOAS
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IN the latest show of solidarity in the fight to save emergency general surgery (EGS) at the SWAH, local hoteliers have issued an open letter of concern to health authorities. Representatives of the Fermanagh Lakelands Hotels Association outlined the significant and direct threat the service cut poses to the local tourism and hospitality sector. They wrote, “The […]
Businesses call for roundtable on rural healthcare
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Local business leaders have said a roundtable on the provision of rural healthcare services should be immediately commissioned by the Department of Health. With highly pressured winter months only weeks away, business sector in Fermanagh including SMEs to global companies, from manufacturing to hospitality, are calling on the Health Minister to launch a deep dive […]
Youth finalists host farming fundraiser
FOUR enterprising Year 12 students from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School are taking their passion for agriculture beyond the classroom. The students are preparing to host an exciting evening of education, fundraising, and community spirit next week in Arney, as part of their work towards a prestigious farming competition. As finalists in the ABP Angus Youth Challenge, […]
Devenish GAA hosts Garrison 5K / 10K
RUNNERS, walkers, and supporters are being encouraged to lace up their shoes and hit the road as Devenish GAA prepares to host the 2025 Garrison 10K and 5K. This year’s event will take place on Saturday, September 13, at 10.30am and will raise vital funds for the Alzheimer’s Society, combining community spirit with scenic routes and […]
PSNI Investigates pride banners theft in Enniskillen
Police in Enniskillen are investigating the theft of two Pride banners from two locations in the town. “The banners were hung at Gaol Square and Irvinestown Road ahead of the annual Pride parade, which took place at the weekend, and were reported stolen on 2 September,” a PSNI spokesperson said. Anyone with information regarding the […]
Celebrations as Fr Pat marks ruby jubilee
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THERE were jubilant scenes in St Mary’s Church in Maguiresbridge recently as parishioners attended a special mass to mark popular Fr Pat Hannigan’s 40 years in the priesthood. A large crowd turned out for the mass, which was followed by refreshments at St Mary’s Hall where Fr Hannigan celebrated his momentous day with his family, […]
Enniskillen Castle to light up for awareness campaigns
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FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council will illuminate Enniskillen Castle in a series of symbolic colours throughout September to mark several important awareness campaigns and commemorative events. On Friday, September 19 the Enniskillen Castle and the Strule Arts Centre in Omagh will be lit up green for World Mitochondrial Disease Week. Mitochondrial disease (mito) is a genetic […]
Children offered new chickenpox vaccine
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By Callum McGuigan CHILDREN in Fermanagh will be able to avail of a new chickenpox vaccine from next year, with health chiefs aiming to eliminate the common childhood illness. Starting in January 2026, children eligible for the shots will be offered a combined vaccine for measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (MMRV) – the clinical term for chickenpox […]