LOCALS living with dementia in Fermanagh are in the midst of “a diabolical situation” due to a lack of funding and support for the condition. With an increasing number of people being diagnosed with dementia in the county, one local man has bravely shared his story to raise awareness of how little support is available in the area and the impact this […]
Enniskillen maternity support worker retires from SWAH
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FERMANAGH has bid farewell to a remarkable maternity support worker whose career has been defined by an extraordinary commitment to maternal and infant health. With a wealth of experience and a compassionate heart, Enniskillen woman Carmel Maguire has been a pillar of strength for new mothers, guiding them through the joys and challenges of childbirth. […]
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 […]
Strong support for new Cancer Focus centre
THE Enniskillen and wider Fermanagh community is continuing to rally in support of a leading charity group which has set up a major state-of-the-art centre to help people living with cancer. A range of fundraising initiatives have been taking place recently to support the development of the Cancer Focus therapeutic centre, which has been established […]
Fermanagh branch honoured for raising £1 million
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A LOCAL group said they’re “dedicated and committed” to making a difference with people living with cancer in Fermanagh after they were celebrated for raising over £1 million in the locality. The Fermanagh branch of the Friends of the Cancer Centre group recently received an award at the Chartered Institute of Fundraising Northern Ireland Awards […]
Trust celebrates Fermanagh’s unpaid carers
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UNPAID carers from across Fermanagh recently came together for a special celebration in Enniskillen, organised in recognition of their often-unsung heroic work. To mark Carers Week, from June9-15, the Western Trust took the opportunity to bring local carers together and acknoledge the incredible care and support they provide to their loved one each and every day. Geraldine […]
Inspirational Oisín supports Enniskillen cancer centre
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A LOCAL charity has expressed its thanks to popular Oisín Cassidy who donated £5,000 to help with the county’s fight against cancer, after the community rallied in support. Over £45,000 was raised by the Derrylin Rock Runners group after a well-attended event was held in the locality, to support causes which have helped the athlete […]
Fivemiletown club kicks off new ‘mental wealth’ plan
FIVEMILETOWN United FC has unveiled a new three year mental health strategy aimed at breaking down stigma and creating space for open, honest conversations among players and the wider community. Prompted by heartbreaking tragedies across the area in recent years, the initiative will focus on promoting positive mental health throughout the club and beyond, offering education, […]
Fermanagh actor pledges support for cancer centre
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LOCAL actor Ciarán McMenamin said it was a “no-brainer” to attend the official opening of the new multi-million pound therapeutic Cancer Focus support centre in Enniskillen on Wednesday. The Enniskillen man, who has been involved in TV productions including BBC’s ‘Hope Street’, has been vocal in his support of the centre, recalling his late mother’s passion […]
Walking ‘steps of love’ from Trillick to Roslea
The event brought communities from Fermanagh and Tyrone together in memory of much loved Martina McMahon.