THE announcement of a consultation on the removal of emergency general surgery at the SWAH has been met with deep concern among the local public. Following the news last Thursday, many took to social media to have their say on the plans and on the future of healthcare in the area. Some branded the move to remove the vital servies an “absolute […]
Fermanagh schools embrace STEM programmes
THE Fermanagh engineering and technology sectors look to be in safe hands for the future, with local children embracing ‘STEM’ subjects. A local school recently took part in a major and leading science showcase in Belfast as the local education sector places a major emphasis on the promotion of the subjects of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). […]
Retiring Fermanagh teacher ‘shaped the lives’ of many
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IT’S the end of an era at St Mary’s Primary School in Newtownbutler as the popular vice-principal Clare Leonard retires from the school where she “shaped the lives” of many pupils. A special celebration was recently held to celebrate the achievements of Ms Leonard over the past two decades. In her 35 year career as a teacher, […]
Australian enjoys ‘surreal’ trip to Fermanagh
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AN Australian man has made his first-ever trip to Fermanagh, retracing the steps of his ancestors in search of the Ireland they left behind. Geoff Winter, aged 76, travelled alone from Carrona in Australia, in the hope of reconnecting with long-lost relatives. He described setting foot in Enniskillen as ‘surreal’. Now living in Carrona in […]
Major support for Fermanagh sportspeople
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SEVEN of the county’s top sportspeople have received financial support from a local group in recognition of the “incredible passion and dedication” that they put in to their respective careers. The Fermanagh Trust recently released their latest funding award, which will see significant financial support to some of the county’s talents, as they bid to […]
Fermanagh left behind as legal services struggle
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THERE are fears Fermanagh is becoming a “legal desert”, with cuts and closures leaving locals without “meaningful access to justice,” according to the Law Society. Legal professionals and local politicians have said the ongoing cuts to court services and custody suites is “unacceptable.” An adjournment debate was held at Stormont last week to discuss the uncertainty that the reduction […]
Zach Bryan adds Fermanagh flair to concert
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AMERICAN Country music star Zach Bryan recently added a unique touch to his tour by hiring a mobile pub from Fermanagh. Roslea man Jonny McGeough has been on the road with The Hidden Naggin for eight years, with the pub-on-wheels proving a hit with celebrities across the country. The quirky venture didn’t begin as a […]
Fermanagh rallies for inspirational Charlie
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ENNISKILLEN Castle was illuminated green at the weekend, as part of a major campaign to raise awareness of a rare genetic disorder which affects one in every 10,000 children in the North, including a local boy. Fermanagh and Omagh District Council agreed to light up the popular building to mark PKU Day, an event which […]
Walkers raise health fears as dog fouling continues
DOG fouling is continuing to cause a stink across the county, with residents becoming increasingly fearful of the health dangers it poses. Areas such as the Loughshore Path at Bellanaleck, Killyfole Lake, the Broadmeadow, and athe Derrychara Playing Fields in Enniskillen have been identified by the local council as dog fouling ‘hot spots.’ Despite the […]
Pete the Puffling’s book launches at Stormont
A LOCAL children’s book with an important message has been launched at Stormont, aiming to raise awareness for a serious health condition. The book is the world’s first children’s book to help children and grandchildren gain an understanding of the effects of the terminal lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, ‘Pete […]