FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has said its “quite rich at present” as it has pledged £11 million of its current financial reserves towards the redevelopment of the Lakeland Forum. Prior to the vote on the redevelopment of the Forum, councillors were informed that the cost of the project had risen to £70 million, compared to […]
Farming is the most overworked industry
FARMERS are the hardest workers in the UK, a new survey has revealed. Farmers, along with those in the fishing and forestry industries, work an average of 42 hours a week, which is 32.13 percent more than the average worker, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics. The figures, which were analysed by legal […]
Major disruption at schools throughout Fermanagh
MAJOR disruption has been caused in three schools in Fermanagh this morning (Monday) following numerous reports of a security alert. Erne Integrated College, Enniskillen Royal Grammar School and Enniskillen Integrated Primary School and Nursery were all caught up in the alert, with the Police attending one of the schools. “Due to a security alert this […]
Derrygonnelly road closure sparks commuter frustration
RESIDENTS along the Derrygonnelly Road are expressing their frustration over the closure of the route, which they feel is unnecessary and disruptive. With detours causing delays and inconvenience in their daily routines, many locals are questioning the extent of the roadwork and the communication surrounding the closure. From Monday to Friday (March 14), from 8am […]
OT Karen is leading the way in Cambodia
AN occupational therapist who set off to volunteer in a severely unresourced hospital in Cambodia last week said she’s “amazed at the resilience” of the people who live with major health conditions. Karen Murphy from Derrygonnelly, a former Mount Lourdes student, is a Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist who works at Kingsbridge Hospital. She also runs a […]
Bawnacre Centre manager reflect on 40 years at the helm
GEORGE Beacom said it’s “a privilege to serve all sections” of the Fermanagh community after he was recognised with an award to celebrate his 40-plus years of employment with the Council. The Bawnacre Centre manager is one of the county’s most recognisable figures. He’s been to the fore at the Irvinestown facility since it opened in […]
Closure of Unipork recalled 25 years on
AS excitement builds for the unveiling of the Lakeland Retail and Leisure Park on the Cornagrade Road, many are still hurting from the “particular heavy blow” of the closure of Unipork factory. In January 2000, 25-years ago this week, 200 people and their families were left devastated when it was confirmed that the Unipork factory […]
Work begins on Belcoo development
WORK is undergoing on a “significant” new development to the existing facilities at MacNean Park which will lead to a major benefit for the local Belcoo and extended Fermanagh community. The Belcoo O’Rahilly’s club has recently agreed a deal with McGrath Contracts to develop its facilities and excitement is building in the locality as to what it’ll […]
Relief at Royal Mail overtime decision in Fermanagh
A POSTMAN has said “it’s a big relief” they’ll be able to work overtime after the management team at the Royal Mail branch in Enniskillen informed its employees of changes to their work. Local postmen were left concerned when they were informed that changes were going to be made to overtime patterns, a claim that Royal […]
Grant transforms Belleek with new community hub
SUPPORT is being brought to community groups and charitable organisations in Fermanagh following the announcement of £6.8 million in funding from The National Lottery Community Fund. The funding will be used for a range of projects, including bringing isolated people together to make connections, building skills to empower individuals, and supporting those in need over […]