By Summer Richie A FERMANAGH teenager has travelled to Stormont to present a petition calling for the Online Safety Bill to be strengthened. Backed by the International Justice Mission (IJM), survivors of online sexual exploitation are calling for the UK Government to strengthen the Bill to provide greater protection for children. Enniskillen student Julia Kennedy, who has worked with […]
Multi-million water investment for Fermanagh welcomed
A NEW multi-million pound investment which is set to tackle water pollution in Fermanagh and a number of its border counties has been warmly welcomed. PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body, confirmed the Water Enhancements through Sustainable Treatment project at Finn Lough will amount to £32 million. It represents a dynamic […]
Fermanagh schools unite to help pupils find their voice
LAST week children from the Speech and Language Class at Holy Trinity Primary School joined their peers from two classes at Enniskillen Model Primary School for a special morning of celebration, connection, and community spirit. This event was held to celebrate Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Awareness Day, which is officially observed worldwide on October 17th. […]
Fermanagh schools urged to support shoebox appeal
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SCHOOLS across Fermanagh are being asked to support children living in poverty around the world by registering for one of Ireland’s most loved Christmas appeal. Team Hope, the charity that delivers gifts into the hands of children living in poverty across African and Eastern Europe, is calling on children and families in the county to […]
Older people urged to avail of day centres
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Fermanagh day centre users have been speaking of the joy and benefits they bring, encouraging others their age to avail of the many activities and services they offer. As part of Positive Ageing Month, the Western Trust has launched a drive to encourage more local older people to avail of its day centres. The Trust offers […]
Enniskillen woman spreads joy with hamper appeal
AS THE festive season approaches, one Enniskillen woman is on a heartfelt mission to bring some extra Christmas cheer to those who need it most. Determined to give back to her community, she has launched a fundraising campaign to create Christmas hampers for individuals and families who may be struggling this winter. Sinead Rooney, who […]
State pension likely to rise by 4.7% next year
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THE pension is expected to increase next year, in what would be a major boost to Fermanagh pensioners. Many elderly residents in the county have been left concerned for their futures following the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and rise in price hikes, with calls for support from governments. It has now been reported that the state […]
Mother’s fight to secure better future for her children
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A YOUNG Fermanagh mum has spoken out about the lack of suitable activities and support for children with additional needs in the area, describing the situation as both ‘heartbreaking’ and ‘frustrating.’ Emma Brown, 25, lives in Lisnaskea with her husband Ryan and their three children, Jenson (5), Hudson (3), and Delilah-Rose (1). Both Jenson and Hudson […]
Belcoo unites in grief and hope
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THE Mullaghdun Community Association hosted a free Mental Wellbeing Evening last Thursday at the local community hall, following two heartbreaking tragedies in the area. Over 250 people attended the event, which was held to support mental health awareness and healing within the local community. It was organised in response to the recent tragic deaths of […]
‘Cancer doesn’t have to be a life sentence’
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A LOCAL man who has been diagnosed with Stage 4 incurable prostrate cancer has called on men to “get yourself checked” as he launches a major awareness and fundraising campaign. Noel Maguire, a stalwart of the Knocks Grattans Hurling Club and Fermanagh hurling, recently received a devastating diagnosis of incurable prostrate cancer, prompting him to […]