FERMANAGH multi-instrumentalist Sean Magee was one of the performers in New York City over the weekend as huge crowds of Irish ex-pats turned out for a celebration of music and culture. The Enniskillen man took centre stage at ‘Haswell Green’s’ in Time Square on Monday for the annual St Patrick’s Day celebrations, which attracted a […]
Gardaí issue appeal over Kelly Lynch death
GARDAÍ have issued an appeal to the Fermanagh public for information on the death of Kelly Lynch. The body of Ms Lynch, a much-loved 23-year-old from Lisnaskea, was found in the Ulster Canal in Monaghan on St Patrick’s Day 2024. It has been reported that Ms Lynch was on her way home from a night out […]
Plans to extend Fermanagh school progressing
ALMOST a decade on and the long-awaited redevelopment of the historic Portora school building could finally get underway, with planners recommending giving the plans the green light. Since the amalgamation of Portora Royal and the Enniskillen Collegiate in 2016, forming the Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, students and staff have been operating across the two sites. Over […]
Enniskillen celebrates St Patrick’s day!
Enniskillen came alive for a Jump and Jive themed St Patricks day parade! The parade, music, and community spirit made it a celebration to remember with families and friends gathering to celebrate the patron saint. Watch clips from the parade in the video below!
Calls to reject Fermanagh mining licence applications
Fermanagh and Omagh Council has questioned the legality of the legislation allowing mining applications.
Fermanagh punters are second biggest Guinness drinkers
Fermanagh folk are the second biggest Guinness drinkers in the North, it has been revealed.
Warning for Fermanagh motorists this bank holiday
Fermanagh motorists are being warned to check their speed and vehicle condition, following a crash just across the border in Clones.
Enniskillen Rugby Club open spectator stand
ENNISKILLEN Rugby Club said the development of a new stand is “a fantastic asset” for its members and supporters after it received financial support from the Council and local businesses. Excitement was high at Mullaghmeen recently as the new spectator stand was officially opened, following a major redevelopment project, which will greatly benefit the fans […]
Top gong for Slieve Russell Hotel
THE Slieve Russell Hotel said that its staff is “the backbone of our success” after they were recognised at a major awards ceremony which celebrates some of the best hotels in Ireland. The Ballyconnell hotel, which was recently bought over by an Australian construction company, was named among the ‘Top 20 Best Large Workplaces’ at […]
Fermanagh school leading the way with phone ban
A FERMANAGH principal has said the impact of banning phones from their school has resulted in the most positive change they have seen in their entire teaching career. Last week it was announced that, from September, St Fanchea’s College in Enniskillen will be taking part in a northern-wide pilot project that will restrict the use of phones during the […]