THE local public has been urged not to do anything that will disturb or damage our native wading and ground-nesting bird habitats, as intense conservation efforts continue on Lough Erne. With a number of incidents involving people and dogs disturbing precious curlew nests around the lough in recent years, the local community has been urged to enjoy […]
RNLI safety warning as incidents rise on Lough Erne
With the summer fast approaching, Fermanagh water users have warned to take care.
Hotel owner ‘concerned’ for future of local tourism
A LOCAL hotelier who has experienced a drop-off in people staying overnight in the county has said he would be “pessimistic” for the future of tourism as the cost-of-living crisis rolls on. Terry McCartney, owner of the Belmore Court and Motel in Enniskillen, reports a mixed 2024. “We got a good bit of corporate business, […]
More road rage for Enniskillen drivers
IF you think traffic in Enniskillen is a nightmare today, think again – it’s about to get worse. The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) and Evolve gas distributor have revealed plans for even more roadworks in the county town over the coming weeks. As if that’s not bad enough, it will coincide with all the local […]
Enniskillen residents make a splash at raft race
The Riverside raft race may have been an informal affair, but hopes are high the tradition could now be revived in the years to come.
VIDEO: All the fun from Hats off to Forthill
The free family event at the Enniskillen park was as popular as ever this year.
Fermanagh farmers facing ‘worst year in living memory’
The weather may have improved in recent days, but it may be too little too late for Fermanagh’s farmers.
Residents urged to help prevent local wildfires
THREE years after a devastating gorse fire threatened wildlife and damaged the countryside in Lisnaskea, Fermanagh residents have been urged to protect the local areas from fires. With the good weather finally here, Fermanagh residents have been urged to consider their actions and help the stretched Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service avoid any local […]
Nicola’s kept busy as Lady of the Lake
Nicola Johnston was unveiled as the Irvinestown festival, along with ladies-in-waiting, Indie Parker and Gabriella Wilson.
Fermanagh singer Sean Magee to headline local festival
ENNISKILLEN singer Sean Magee is set to collaborate with one of the North’s top bands for what’s expected to be a sold-out music festival in Sligo later this week. The former All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann champion has confirmed that he’ll be performing alongside ‘The Whistlin’ Donkeys’ at the Ballygawley Music Festival in Sligo on […]