FERMANAGH’S very own rising star, Nina He, is set to step into the national spotlight after being selected to sing on this year’s Late Late Toy Show. The talented young performer impressed judges during auditions at RTÉ Studios just three weeks ago — and now she’s preparing to represent her home county on one of […]
Driver arrested after high-speed chase in Clabby area
On Friday night, officers from the District Support Team carried out proactive patrols across South Fermanagh and surrounding areas, including several roadside breath test checkpoints. Shortly before midnight, officers spotted a vehicle travelling at high speed in the Clabby area. The driver attempted to evade police, reaching speeds in excess of 85mph in atrocious […]
Fermanagh street named after Andrew could be renamed
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A STREET in Derrygonnelly, which was named after Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, could be set for a name change after a veteran women’s rights lawyers has appealed for a major overhaul. King Charles III confirmed on Thursday that his brother Andrew, who has been linked to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, would lose his ‘Prince’ title and […]
PSNI announce new Chief Superintendent
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The Police Service of Northern Ireland is pleased to announce the appointment of Temporary Chief Superintendent Norman Haslett as the new police Commander for South Area. Chief Superintendent Haslett takes over the top post from Chief Superintendent Kellie McMillan, who is moving on to a new role within Local Policing Command at PSNI Headquarters. With […]
Sherry star as Newtownbutler boys win league title
U16 Division 1 League Final Newtownbutler 1-14 Enniskillen 1-09 By Pauric McGurn NEWTOWNBUTLER came from behind to claim the Under-16 Division 1 League title following a hard-fought victory over Enniskillen Gaels at Louis Leonard Memorial Park in Donagh on Saturday. The First Fermanagh’s made a strong start to the game, opening the scoring against the […]
Fermanagh wrestlers Love and McManus grapple to gold
FERMANAGH wrestlers Darragh Love and Naoise McManus were recently crowned national champions after standout performances at the Irish Freestyle Open Wrestling Championships. Thirteen athletes from the Erne Wrestling Club travelled to the National Sports Arena for the major competition, with the two local competitors winning gold medals in a major success for the club. Love […]
Ballinamallard United braced for Ards challenge
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RYAN Morris, who captained Ballinamallard in their defeat to H&W Welders at Blanchflower Stadium on Saturday, said the Mallards “are due a response” when they take on Ards this weekend. Despite being disappointed at losing to the Belfast side, Morris feels that his side showed some positive signs. “Saturday was a tough game for us, […]
Double delight for Fermanagh LGFA star Smyth
FERMANAGH ladies star Eimear Smyth enjoyed a Friday night to remember when she was named on the TG4 LGFA Intermediate Team of the Year, as well as picking up an Irish News all-star award. The Erne forward, who played a key role in Derrygonnelly ladies’ historic championship win, was honoured for her strong contribution to […]
St Pat’s want to ‘have a go’ at Ulster Championship
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ST Patrick’s Donagh manager Gary Maguire has urged his players to embrace the opportunity ahead this weekend as they prepare to kick off their Ulster Junior Club Championship campaign. The Donagh men face Belfast side St Agnes GAC in Brewster Park on Saturday in the Ulster quarter-final and Maguire is calling on his players to […]
Lyons says SFC win is ‘massive’ for Erne Gaels
ERNE Gaels captain Ryan Lyons hailed the resilience of his teammates after the Belleek men won the Fermanagh Senior Football Championship for the second successive season. A blistering opening 20 minutes was key for Erne Gaels as they overpowered Derrygonnelly to get their hands on their fourth New York Cup, in jubilant scenes in Brewster […]