THE boxing world has paid tribute to an Ederney man who was known as ‘the hardest man in Ireland’ and formed a close relationship with legendary American heavyweight Muhammad Ali. To mark 60 years since then 22-year-old Muhammad Ali won his first world title, ‘Bare Knuckle Boxing’ paid tribute to Fermanagh’s Paddy Monaghan who played […]
Heartache at passing of devoted mother and much loved teacher
THERE has been shock and deep sadness in Boho and beyond this week following the death of local teacher Geraldine Cameron. Mrs Cameron (nee McLoughlin) passed away suddenly at her home in Mullaghmore last week from a clot on her lung, leaving her family stunned. The youngest of three children and a mother-of-six, Mrs Cameron had only turned 50-years-old on September 7. […]
United in mourning for Peter Jones
THE GAA family and the county has been hit hard in recent months with the unexpected deaths of so many its people. Peter Jones was healthy and active, in fact, the energy with which he approached his many roles in the community is one of the things that set him apart. That, and the number […]
Community devastated at loss of devoted family man
FERMANAGH has been left devastated following the sudden death of a local father who has been described as the “kindest, most generous and warmest person you could ever meet.” Tim Shields (47) of Abbey Road, Maguiresbridge (formerly of Templepatrick, Co. Antrim) was known by many as a hard-working family man, who was devoted to his […]
Tributes paid to Lisbellaw United Stalwart
TRIBUTES have been paid following the death of Lisbellaw United stalwart Kenneth Forde (62). Mr Forde, late of Lower Cavanacarragh, Lisbellaw, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday last, February 10. Affectionately known as Kenny, he was the first son of James and Elizabeth. He worked for the former Northern Bank for 40 years […]
Enniskillen Castle to be lit up for George Floyd
ENNISKILLEN Castle is to be lit up yellow in memory of George Floyd, who was killed by police in Minneapolis at the end of May, sparking protests for racial justice both across the US and across the world. It is also hoped the Council will soon open a book of condolences to the 46-year-old, pictured […]
Tributes pour in for Belleek born Bishop Daly
THE Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin has led tributes to Belleek-born Bishop Edward Daly who died on Monday following a short illness.
Brothers pays tribute to ‘the best sister you could ever ask for’
THE BROTHER of a 29-year-old woman who was found dead in Enniskillen on Monday (April 13), has paid tribute to ‘the best sister you could ask for’.
Tribute to inspirational Anita
A REMEMBRANCE service held for a well know community worker in Fermanagh has heard how her lasting legacy in the county will be the organisation she founded which set out to help local women. Anita Mukherjee, who died suddenly in October after she had been ill, was “known by everyone in Fermanagh” for her tireless […]