THE Tumbling Paddies are set to take another step forward in their music career by releasing a brand-new original single, as they continue to become one of Ireland’s most sough-after acts. The Fermanagh band, who have firmly established themselves as one of the top music groups in the country, teased the release of their single […]
Enniskillen rower excels at British Championships
A LOCAL student has been praised for his “remarkable commitment and maturity” after he took part in the British Rowing Championships, securing his place among top rowers from the UK. Josh Allen, a Year 10 pupil at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, competed in the Open Junior 14 Single Sculls category which took place at the […]
Michael Kerr remembered during Cuilcagh climb
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THE FAMILY and friends of Michael Kerr, whose sudden death stunned the county, came together on Saturday to climb Cuilcagh Mountain in his memory, marking his Month’s Mind. On the morning of August 2, more than 300 people gathered to walk the iconic ‘Stairway to Heaven’ in honour of Michael — a talented footballer, respected […]
Fermanagh staff at SWAH 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 […]
Aimee ‘happy’ to sign for Shamrock Rovers
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FIVEMILETOWN footballer Aimee Neal said she is hoping to “be consistent” and get some game time this season with Shamrock Rovers after she signed a deal to join the Dublin-based club. The 21-year-old agreed to join the Irish Women’s Premier Division side from Glentoran where she has risen through the ranks and earned a reputation […]
Fermanagh cycling club marks 40 years in style
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LAKELAND Cycling Club celebrated its 40th anniversary in fitting fashion this summer, claiming the overall team title in the 2025 Cavan Interclub League after a strong and steady campaign across all six rounds. Running from 15 May to 3 July, the annual series brought together riders from six clubs, with points awarded across a mix […]
Council support programme provides lifeline for family
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A local family has opened up about the financial and emotional strain they faced after their young son became seriously ill – and how a new council-run programme provided vital support when they needed it most. The Fermanagh parents, who have three children, said their lives were turned upside down after their four-year-old son developed […]
Belcoo set for tenth annual ‘Run for Oisín’
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This Sunday, 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 […]
From Lisbellaw to Wall Street – Jeanette’s Journey
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Growing up on the main street of Lisbellaw, Jeanette Gamble never imagined that her childhood curiosity, whether setting up her own make-believe post office or bartering Barbie dolls, would one day lead her to the global stage. But it’s that same early passion for business, combined with unshakable determination, that has carried her across continents […]
New podcast launch aims to break stigma in Fermanagh
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A group of Fermanagh women have come together to launch a new podcast aimed at breaking stigma and supporting those struggling with their sexuality in the local community. The ‘Little Town Big Queeries’ podcast was created by friends Leah Parton, Billie Atkinson, Amber Leigh, and Leah McBride. Their friendship has spanned over five years, with […]