The Bishop of Clogher will bless a commemorative stone which is being erected at St Michael’s Parish Church to mark 150 years since the new church building was opened in the town. A large crowd is expected to turn out to the Catholic Church in Enniskillen on Sunday, September 28, on what is the Feast of […]
Aisling Centre shares a message of hope
Kindness and open communication can have a huge impact in helping someone who is considering suicide, according to local experts on this sensitive yet pervasive subject. Based in Enniskillen, the Aisling Centre is a local mental health service offering free, confidential, and professional counselling and psychotherapy services to those living in Fermanagh. Speaking to the ‘Herald on […]
Fireworks would cost Council £60k
The local Council has said hosting a ten-minute Halloween fireworks displays in Omagh and Enniskillen this year would cost £60,000 in total. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council last staged fireworks displays in the towns in 2019, at an overall cost of £41,000. Earlier this year, the council was asked to look at the potential of reinstating […]
Much-loved Charlie was ‘taken too soon’
Tributes have been paid from across the county to Charles Dunleavy, who was remembered as a “decent caring man” and as a “gentle soul” after he passed away following a tragic accident. Formerly of Blunnick Road in Florencecourt, Mr Dunleavy, a popular resident, passed away suddenly at the South West Acute Hospital in Enniskillen on […]
Success for local Beltex breeders
Sheep breeders from Fermanagh and neighbouring Tyrone were celebrating yet more success at Clogher Valley Livestock Mart recently, picking up top honours in the Beltex-sired Fat Lamb Show and Sale. Hosted by the Irish Beltex Sheep Breeder Club, the competition had a total prize fund of over £600, and was judged by Declan Robinson. The […]
Community urged to talk more openly about suicide
A local mental health councillor has stressed the importance of speaking openly about suicide and believes government funding for mental health services is still falling short. In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the ‘Herald spoke with Raymond Farrell, a mental health councillor based in Enniskillen. “Having a dedicated day on the calendar to highlight mental […]
Cullen meets Health Minister about SWAH consultation
Fermanagh and South Tyrone MP, Pat Cullen, met Health Minister Mike Nesbitt last week to discuss the ongoing ‘pause’ on the emergency general surgery consultation at the SWAH. Describing the latest meeting as “comprehensive and informative”, Ms Cullen said discussions with Minister Nesbitt centred on the concerns of people across the constituency. She stressed patients, staff, and the […]
Town mourns popular resident Margaret Lilly
The Enniskillen and Fermanagh community has been saddened following the death of Margaret Lilly who was remembered as a “lovely wee lady” who always had a “warm smile”. Formerly of Derrin Road in Enniskillen, Ms Lilly passed away peacefully at Millverne Care Home. Ms Lilly, a mother of three, was a popular and well-known member of […]
Relic of new saint to be enshrined locally
Students from across Fermanagh are expected to turn out to St Michael’s Church in Enniskillen when a relic to St Carlo Acutis will be permanently enshrined in the church building. A large crowd is expected to turn out to St Michael’s Church on Sunday, October 19, when Bishop Donal McKeown will preside at the ceremony, […]
Fermanagh Pride triumphs with joyful celebration of unity
Local charities, support groups, drag queens, and Fermanagh Pride representatives marched proudly through the town. The colourful parade began at the FIND Centre and made its way through the streets to Enniskillen Castle. The parade set off in the early afternoon, later than scheduled, out of respect for a funeral taking place at St. Michael’s […]