IF ANYONE out there needs more Big Tom in their life then charge your phones and laptops and settle in for some Irish Country from the comfort of your armchair. Some of you might recognise Larry Burns from playing Irish Country favourites in pubs and clubs around the country like the Don Carragh in Lisnaskea […]
‘Huge demand’ for Covid vaccines at pharmacies
FERMANAGH pharmacist Michael McDaid has been busy leading the way for the Covid-19 vaccine roll-out which has been extended to community pharmacies across the county. Speaking on the “huge demand” that his pharmacies in Roslea and Lisnaskea have received in relation to the jab, Mr McDaid said, “The covert was reduced to over 45 last week which […]
True visionary Joe Pat passes away peacefully
THE death has taken place of one of Fermanagh’s finest figures. Joe Pat Prunty (88), of Lettergreen, Newtownbutler, died peacefully at Gortacharn nursing home last Friday after a short illness. Founder of Prunty Pitches, Mr Prunty was regarded as a “true visionary” and known across Ireland for developing GAA fields using a unique sand-based drainage […]
Parents ‘fear for the worst’ at rural bus stop
“All we’re asking for is a standard sign to warn other drivers of the crossing and extra safety measures.”
Residents ‘horrified’ as car set on fire
LOCALS from the Roslea area have been left “horrified” following an incident which involved a vehicle being overturned and burnt out in the community centre carpark of the village on Halloween night. High levels of disruption and anti-social behaviour continued into the early hours of Sunday morning, which involved harassment to nearby residents with fireworks […]
Roslea folk hire skip to deal with mounting rubbish
A ROSLEA youth group have had “no other option” but to take matters into their own hands, after Fermanagh and Omagh District Council claimed that social distancing “was not possible” at Roslea’s recycling site. On Friday, members from the youth initiative, Sean Og Le Cheile, arranged for a skip to be brought to the car […]
Late daughter inspiration for music man’s Facebook gig
SINGER and guitarist ‘Billy Mack’ has certainly put his experience of lockdown to good use, after raising over £1,200 for mental health charity Pieta House in honour of his late daughter. The well known entertainer from Church Street, Roslea, had locals clapping over the weekend as he carried out live music performances from just outside […]
Call to reopen shut school to aid social distancing
ALMOST three years after it shut its doors for the last time there are now calls for St Eugene’s College in Roslea to be reopened to help accommodate social distancing when students return to school. While there are still no concrete details on when or how our young people will be returning to their classrooms, […]
Death of GAA stalwart and former publican
THE death has taken place of one of Roslea Shamrocks’ long time stalwarts. Benny McDermott was immersed in the village GAA club, serving as player, coach, manager and official. Many would credit the Roslea man with revitalising the famous Shamrocks club when it was at a low ebb. Benny, from Lackey Road, Roslea passed away […]
Time for change: McCluskey makes way for new generation
Roslea councillor stands down after less than 12 months