CHILDREN and families across Fermanagh have been enjoying newly-upgraded playparks, following significant investment. A number of playparks have been enchanced by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council in recent months, thanks to funding from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund’s Communities and Place programme. “These projects reflect our ongoing commitment to investing in our communities and enhancing the quality […]
FLASHBACK FRIDAY: St Michael’s fans flock to Croke Park
GAA fans from across Fermanagh travelled to Croke Park in April 2019 for the Hogan Cup Final which saw St Michael’s College win the All-Ireland A College titles for the first time. Do you recognise anyone who appears in this week’s ‘Flashback Friday’ gallery? Tag them in our Facebook post!
Effort to reignite fireworks debate fizzles in Council
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A RENEWED attempt to revisit the Halloween fireworks funding fizzled out in the Council chamber. It will be six years this October since Fermanagh and Omagh District Council last hosted its festive firework display – which attracted thousands from across Fermanagh and beyond – at Enniskillen Castle. Last year, noting the extreme disappointment of local families […]
Band unites to support Béoán Jones’ recovery
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ONE of the county’s top rock bands raised £770 to support local resident Béoán Jones with his recovery, as they returned to the stage for their much-anticipated reunion gig. A large crowd recently turned out to The Crowes Nest in Enniskillen as ‘Index’ marked their return, performing some of their hits including ‘Dreaming Alone’ which […]
Decision on SWAH surgery ‘always in Minister’s hands’
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THERE was much confusion in the community last week after Health Minister Mike Nesbitt ‘intervened’ in the consultation on the removal of emergency general surgery (EGS) from the SWAH, with some mistakenly believing the service had been saved. Following the last-minute cancellation of the major public consultation event that had been due to take place […]
Plea for officials as GAA games in jeopardy
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FERMANAGH GAA clubs who don’t have a ladies referee will lose their home advantage for the 2026 season as major concerns continue to circulate over the future of local games and matches. The ‘Herald previously reported that due to a serious lack of match officials, a number of ladies GAA club games have had to […]
Fermanagh and Tyrone puppy trade worth £13 million
SHOCKING statistics have revealed that half of the £26 million made in legal puppy farming each year in the North comes from just nine breeders in the Fermanagh and Tyrone area. According to data collected by Naturewatch, there are 50 officially licensed dog breeders operating in the North Northern Ireland is home to the largest […]
Singer Aoife takes down under by storm
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Enniskillen singer Aoife Cathcart recently took centre stage at a major venue in Surry Hills in Australia as she performed some renowned Irish classics and ballads at a celebration night. Aoife, who has established herself as one of the top singers in Fermanagh, made the move to Australia and she is continuing to make strides […]
Anger as Enniskillen disabled toilets vandalised
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Residents in Enniskillen have been left frustrated after public toilets, which contain a special key system so people living with disabilities have access to the facilities, were “sadly” vandalised. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council reported the toilets at Head Street in Enniskillen have been vandalised, in yet another disturbing instance of abuse of public facilities […]
Support for those affected by Maguiresbridge tragedy
The Western Trust has shared resources for parents, carers and all those affected by yesterdays tragedy. “We are deeply saddened by the events that occurred in Maguiresbridge yesterday and wish to extend our sympathies to the extended Families, friends and local community,” a spokesperson from the Western Trust said. “The Trust is working […]