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Tue, 25 May 2021 08:46:22 +0100
Fermanagh man charged after alleged weekend police assault
A 60 year old man has been charged with four counts of assault on police, criminal damage and resisting police.

Tue, 25 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh County Show is cancelled
Fermanagh County Show, has become the last of the main agricultural shows in Northern Ireland to be cancelled this year due to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Mon, 24 May 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Coronavirus: Vaccination day held for adults with a learning disability in Fermanagh
A second vaccination day was recently held by the Western Health and Social Care Trust for service users known to the Trust’s Adults with a Learning Disability (ALD) services, to help protect them from Covid-19.

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Test for social and affordable housing underway in Kesh
DEMAND for social and affordable housing in Kesh and the areas surrounding the Co. Fermanagh village is currently being tested by the Housing Executive.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:46:27 +0100
Rate bills to be issued this week
BUSINESS and household rate bills are to be issued by Land and Property Services (LPS) from this week - two months later than usual after Finance Minister Conor Murphy delayed their release to give ratepayers a break in payments.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:32:23 +0100
Fermanagh tourist attraction Marble Arch Caves reopens
THE Marble Arch Caves reopened for guided tours today (Monday, May 24), following the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions.

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:34:46 +0100
Motorists urged to avoid area of Fermanagh crash
Police are currently dealing with a road traffic collision on the Sligo Road between Letterbreen and Belcoo.

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Doctor reflects on how job has changed due to pandemic
A local GP had said she has “never worked harder” than during the current pandemic depsite the fact that some people have questioned how GP services have operated in the crisis.

Mon, 24 May 2021 10:30:00 +0100
Carrybridge RNLI help re-float vessel on Lough Erne
Carrybridge RNLI had to come to the assistance of a vessel on Lough Erne on Saturday afternoon, May 22.

Mon, 24 May 2021 10:03:12 +0100
Concern over children catching new Covid strain from pet dogs
It is not yet clear if the virus poses a serious threat, but researchers are concerned animal to human infections will become more frequent.

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:20:36 +0100
Fermanagh thefts: Two vehicles seized in Lisnaskea
POLICE investigating a series of thefts from properties in the Brookeborough, Newtownbutler, Lisnaskea and Maguiresbridge areas have seized a car and a van and recovered suspected stolen items.

Mon, 24 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh cyclist was on way to feed pony when fatal accident occurred
The tragic accident which led to the death of a 73-year-old man has been described by the coroner as an “accident waiting to happen” at his inquest.

Sun, 23 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
The artistic process behind the golden swallows in Enniskillen
MARKING the 150th anniversary of Oscar Wilde leaving Enniskillen, 150 golden swallows have been created by an artist team from Fermanagh as part of the ‘Wilde Island Town: Home of the Happy Prince’ literary tourism project delivered by Arts Over ...

Sun, 23 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Walk of the week: Ballintempo Forest, Aghanaglack Walk
THE second Fermanagh walk in our series is Ballintempo Forest: Aghanaglack Walk. Once again, the following information is provided courtesy of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, showing how you can stay local, and yet still find plenty of natural ...

Sun, 23 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
New beginnings in Fermanagh as forest schools grow
Six Fermanagh primary schools are taking part in the Forest School Awards Programme which is aimed at promoting sustainable outdoor education programmes to inspire innovative teaching methods, encourage curiosity and exploration whilst instilling a s...

Sun, 23 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Swimming cows at Crom make a splash on BBC's Home Ground
EPISODE four of the latest series of Home Ground saw presenter Jo Scott visit Crom Estate in Co. Fermanagh, where she witnessed a “remarkable pilgrimage across the waters of Lough Erne”.

Sun, 23 May 2021 15:33:04 +0100
Police officers attacked in Ballinamallard, Fermanagh
Four police officers were assaulted as they arrested a 60-year-old man following a disturbance in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, May 23) in the Ballinamallard area.

Sun, 23 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen Presbyterian Church: Welcoming House of God with deep ties to town
ENNISKILLEN Presbyterian Church is an example of a church being far more than a building.

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Popular Fermanagh woman dies after short illness
The heartbroken siblings of the late "free spirit" Nuala Maguire have paid tribute to a sister who had a "real zest for life" following her untimely death mere weeks after being diagnosed with stage four lung cancer.

Sat, 22 May 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Production wraps on musical film ‘Mr. Baker’s Wonderful World’ starring local talent
THE film industry was one of many Arts industries hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic, putting many productions on hold. However, tenacious local film production company, ASTRL Pictures, has just completed its third film in lockdown.

Sat, 22 May 2021 19:43:44 +0100
Fermanagh boss gives his views following heavy Derry defeat
Fermanagh manager Ryan McMenamin speaks to Gareth Cauldwell after a tough day at the office for his side.

Sat, 22 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
St. Kevin's College's unique fundraiser for Friends of the Cancer Centre
ST. KEVIN’S College has raised more than £1,300 for Friends of the Cancer Centre, following a recent fundraising challenge.

Sat, 22 May 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen Diamond: new images show plan for the future of town
UPDATED images released by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council imagine how the Diamond in Enniskillen town centre will look following the completion of the ongoing Public Realm Scheme works.

Sat, 22 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh teacher will live forever in those she held close
THE sister of Amanda McManus, who died suddenly last Wednesday, has paid tribute to a Lisnaskea woman who will “live on forever in the people she held close”.

Sat, 22 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh cardiologist appointed Professor by RCSI
A FERMANAGH South West Acute Hospital-based cardiologist has been recognised by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) as a professor.

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh boy recovering well after kidney transplant
The transplant operation to give a nine-year-old boy a new lease of life has been successful according to his mother.

Fri, 21 May 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Omagh Council moves health meetings behind closed doors
MEMBERS of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are to reverse a previously agreed decision to upgrade the Health and Social Care Advisory Group to a sub-committee permitting public and Press to attend, after it emerged doing so would mean D’Hondt ...

Fri, 21 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
St. Mary's Brollagh: GCSE students could face 70-plus miles round trips
GCSE students from St. Mary’s High School, Brollagh, who will be moving to a different school at the start of the new academic year, could have to travel between three schools to take their chosen subjects.

Fri, 21 May 2021 16:53:00 +0100
Denzil McDaniel: Systems that are not fit for purpose are letting our people down
The American writer, the late Gore Vidal was a progressive, sparky character which led him into many a quarrel with his contemporaries. He was his own man, with an acerbic tongue which often led him to be scathing about the establishment.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:13:17 +0100
Arlene Foster suing Dr. Christian Jessen for defamation
Northern Ireland’s First Minister is suing Dr. Christian Jessen for defamation over a tweet he posted making unfounded claims she was having an affair.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Marathon efforts by Fermanagh runners supporting two charities
A GROUP of runners have raised around £13,000 for two local charities by completing a gruelling physical and mental challenge which saw them run the equivalent of almost two marathons over a 24-hour period.

Fri, 21 May 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Pat McManus Band to star in documentary marking anniversary of Ardhowen livestream performances
THE iconic Ardhowen Theatre is marking the first anniversary of livestream performances from its Gallery Bar, by commissioning ‘Rock Doc’ – a photographic rockumentary – which will document a typical Friday night at the venue featuring two...

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:51:11 +0100
If you receive this WhatsApp message do not reply - it's a scam
If the code is sent, the sender will have access to private massages and are given the ability to lock users out of their account.

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh farmer's anger following sheep worrying in Arney
CONCERNS have been raised by a local farmer following an incident of sheep worrying.

Fri, 21 May 2021 09:38:19 +0100
Fermanagh company Balcas sold to Glennon Brothers
It has been announced this week that Balcas Ltd, which operates a sawmill in Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh, is being sold.

Fri, 21 May 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Nathan Carter hosts new Country music show on BBC Radio Ulster
COUNTRY Music is all about storytelling, with many subjects and themes appearing again and again through generations of singers and songwriters.

Thu, 20 May 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Peter Weir launches £13million fleet of new school buses
EDUCATION Minister Peter Weir has launched a fleet of new high-specification school buses.

Thu, 20 May 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Clogher Mothers' Union launch new CD/DVD to spread hope in community
CLOGHER Diocese Mothers' Union has released a new DVD to rebuild hope and confidence in the local community.

Thu, 20 May 2021 17:30:53 +0100
Coronavirus: Stormont ministers give green light to further wave of relaxations
Indoor hospitality will resume on May 24 while Northern Ireland’s green list for international travel will also come into effect.

Thu, 20 May 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Friends reunion: When can you watch in the UK?
Friends was one of the biggest sitcoms on the planet in the 90s before it ended in 2004 and will return after more than two decades.

Thu, 20 May 2021 16:23:04 +0100
Arrests in Enniskillen following discovery of drugs
TWO people were arrested on suspicion of supplying controlled drugs after District Support Team officers on patrol in the Enniskillen area stopped a vehicle which smelled "strongly of cannabis".

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:30:25 +0100
Arlene Foster urges Boris Johnson to ‘deal with’ Northern Ireland protocol
The First Minister said every day the protocol remains in place, more damage was done to Northern Ireland.

Thu, 20 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Learner drivers warned over new £600 scam
Criminals are continuing to capitalise on the pandemic but looking out for so many convincing scams can be incredibly daunting for motorists.

Thu, 20 May 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh publicans hopeful for reopening next week
“I DON’T think pubs will last any longer if this is extended further” is what one publican told this newspaper as they waited for confirmation from the Northern Ireland Executive on whether bars, restaurants and cafés will reopen for indoor...

Thu, 20 May 2021 12:50:00 +0100
McDonald's submit plans for drive-thru in Enniskillen
AN ICONIC site in Enniskillen could be the new site of a well-known fast-food chain – serving up 65 new full- and part-time jobs in the process – if plans for a new drive-thru are approved.

Thu, 20 May 2021 10:00:24 +0100
Pentecost: Bishops of Clogher give joint message
Bishop Ian Ellis, the Church of Ireland Bishop of Clogher and Bishop Larry Duffy, Roman Catholic Bishop of Clogher, have come together to give a joint message to mark the feast of Pentecost, highlighting the importance of "speaking together about ...

Thu, 20 May 2021 09:24:39 +0100
NHS workers can get exclusive discounts on food, drink and holidays
Starbucks, Toby Carvery, YO!, ODEON and Cineworld are just a few of the companies involved.

Thu, 20 May 2021 08:37:02 +0100
Coronavirus: Vaccination programme opens to new age group in NI
The vaccine programme in Northern Ireland will today (May 20) open for those aged 25 to 29.

Wed, 19 May 2021 21:30:00 +0100
Fermanagh in 2001: Empey’s pledge to develop enterprise
ECONOMY Minister Sir Reg Empey has endorsed the work of the county’s economic taskforce and pledged £25,000 towards its implementation plan for the development of enterprise in the county.

Wed, 19 May 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh in 1991: Diamond improvements a major boost for unique town
THE major environmental improvement scheme at the Diamond in Enniskillen town centre, just completed at a cost of £283,000, has been officially opened by the Chairman of Fermanagh District Council, Mr. Caldwell McClaughry.



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