Enniskillen actor Adrian Dunbar has received rave reviews following his appearance on the second series of ITV drama ‘Ridley’, where he had to battle difficult circumstances when filming. The 67-year-old, who rose to prominence following his starring role in BBC drama ‘Line of Duty’, is playing the lead character in the well-received and popular Police […]
Fr Charles all set for new pastures at Graan
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FR Charles Cross said he’ll be “depending on your prayers” as he prepares to leave the Graan to take on the position of rector in Ardoyne, as the latest Passionist clerical changes are announced. Members of the Passionist order met recently when they appointed Fr Martin Coffey CP as their new Provincial, with a number of […]
Fermanagh invasion of the eight-legged freaks!
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As spider season kicks in, many homes across Fermanagh have noticed a significant increase in the number of eight-legged ‘friends’ making their way indoors. While there has been no official confirmation of an ‘invasion’ from the boffins, according to ‘Herald readers this year’s spider season has already been particularly busy here in the county. These arachnid visitors often seek shelter […]
‘We deserve healthcare we can all depend on’
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Fermanagh GAA has issued a strong call for health authorities to engage meaningfully with the people of Fermanagh regarding the removal of emergency general surgery (EGS) from the SWAH. In their appeal to the Western Trust and the Department of Health, the county board highlighted the significant affect the removal of the service has had […]
Aisling Centre ready for Cuilcagh trek
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People from across the county are set to take part in a walk up Cuilcagh Mountain on Saturday (September 6) to show their support and solidarity for people living with mental health challenges. A large crowd is expected to take part in the local event, which is being organised by the Aisling Centre in Enniskillen, […]
Major win for women’s rugby
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In a major win for grassroots sport, Enniskillen Rugby Club (ERC) has been celebrating a significant funding boost to help its women’s rugby programme continue to thrive. The club has been one of the stand-out success stories for local women’s sport in recent times, with five of the 15 starting players for Ulster in last […]
Appeal for volunteers to help protect children
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The NSPCC is appealing to people across Fermanagh to volunteer in local primary schools, with the charity struggling to find locals to help out in the county. The children’s charity’s ‘Speak Out Stay Safe’ programme teaches school children how to recognise abuse, to understand that it’s never their fault, and to know how to get help. To date there are […]
Fermanagh’s Fleadh winners honoured in style
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SOME of the county’s top Irish traditional musicians were honoured at a special appreciation night and celebration to mark their success at the recent Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. Fermanagh musicians enjoyed unprecedented success at the event in Wexford and a large crowd turned out to Mulligan’s Bar in Newtownbutler for the show, organised by the Comhaltas group. […]
Fundraiser to mark Kelly Lynch’s birthday
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A COMMUNITY fundraiser, ‘A Day for Kelly,’ will be held in Dundalk on September 7 in memory of young Lisnaskea woman Kelly Lynch. A Day For Kelly is a heartfelt family fun day in memory of Kelly Lynch, created to bring people together in her honour and raise awareness in her name. It is aimed […]
Protest held at SWAH as Trust chiefs meet
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A protest took place at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) today ahead of the Western Health and Social Care Trust’s monthly board meeting. Supporters gathered in solidarity with frontline healthcare workers, with members of Unison and Unite unions making their presence felt outside the hospital. A spokesperson for Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) praised […]