FERMANAGH man Alan Taylor has completed a remarkable endurance challenge – running 5km every four hours for 48 hours – to mark the 60th anniversary of a local childcare service and raise vital funds for SANDS, the stillbirth and neonatal death charity. Alan, who works at the Fermanagh Early Years Childcare Centre, initially suggested the […]
‘One in four’ are living in poverty in Fermanagh
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THE shocking extent of poverty in Fermanagh has been laid bare, with new figures revealing that nearly one in four people in the district are now living in relative poverty. Recent statistics show that approximately 23 per-cent of residents fall below the poverty line – three per-cent higher than the Northern Ireland average. Wages in […]
Fermanagh musical theatre to unleash Carrie on stage
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AFTER captivating audiences with their vibrant production of Shrek: The Musical last summer, Fermanagh Musical Theatre (FMT) is thrilled to return to the Ardhowen Theatre this season – but with something very different. This year, FMT is taking a darker turn with the thrilling and emotionally charged production of Carrie: The Musical.’ Based on Stephen King’s chilling […]
SWAH staff face frequent violence
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SHOCKING new figures have revealed that more than 760 physical assaults have been carried out on staff at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) over the past five years. The statistics, released in response to a written Assembly question from local MLA Diana Armstrong, have sparked fresh concern over the safety of frontline healthcare workers […]
Smyth hits 2-12 in Derrygonnelly Harps win over Gaels
Derrygonnelly 2-16 Enniskillen 3-7 By Martin McBrien YET again the mesmerising scoring talent that ranks Eimear Smyth as one of the most clinical and prolific forwards in ladies football in Ireland stood out in this highly competitive contest Footballing poetry in motion, a joy to watch, her 2-12 (6 frees) total represented the vital difference […]
Fermanagh U16s book GAA shield final place
FERMANAGH Under-16 boys will compete in the Gerry Reilly Shield Final next weekend as they bid to get their hands on the silverware following a big away victory against Tipperary in Portroe. The Erne men, who are managed by Aghadrumsee man Ciaran Carey, booked their place in the decider following a one-point victory over a […]
Enniskillen actor Adrian returning to TV screens
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ENNISKILLEN actor Adrian Dunbar will be back on our TV screens next month when he plays the main character in police drama ‘Ridley’ as he continues to make major strides in his career. The 66-year-old, who rose to prominence following his starring role in ‘Line of Duty’, confirmed he’s going to bringing his ITV drama […]
Royal Black holds annual Fermanagh parade
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THE ROYAL Black Institution has commemorated the 1689 Battle of Newtownbutler at its annual demonstration on Saturday. More than 30 preceptories, accompanied by 36 marching bands, marked the event in the Lakeland village of Derrygonnelly. The village, which last played host to the event in August 1973, saw a procession of around 2,000 participants, including […]
Fermanagh girls star in global advertisement
A group of Fermanagh girls are proudly featured in the new Land Rover Defender advert celebrating Emily Valentine, the first recorded female rugby player. The powerful campaign shines a spotlight on trailblazing women and girls in sport — with Fermanagh’s young rugby players taking centre stage on a global platform. The girls, all part of […]
Belcoo set for tenth annual ‘Run for Oisín’
HUNDREDS of people from across Fermanagh are expected to lace up their running shoes and take to the roads around Belcoo for a poignant milestone – the tenth annual ‘Run for Oisín’. Now in its tenth year, the event continues to attract large crowds who gather to celebrate the life and legacy of Oisín McGrath, […]