FIVE groups in the Irvinestown area have been given a £500 boost thanks to funds that were raised in an event late last year.

The trial of a 44-year-old father of two accused of murdering his wife during a family boating holiday four years ago, today, Tuesday, heard from a college lecturer who maintained he'd been her lover.

An Enniskillen man has been sentenced to five months in prison following his conviction for a series of driving offences, public order offences and a single drug charge.

A DISTRICT judge has again criticised cases of alleged breaches of bail being brought before special court sittings, contending police are “making a mockery” of the system.

DUP leader Edwin Poots has announced Lagan Valley MLA Paul Givan as his nomination to replace Arlene Foster as Northern Ireland’s new First Minister.

The Lough Erne Resort is to host the 35th British-Irish Council Summit on Friday, June 11.

ENNISKILLEN-born theatre, television and film actor Aislín McGuckin has been announced as the new patron for Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival for Young People.

In a highly critical report, the Health and Social Care Committee called for immediate action to support exhausted staff.

BBC news, the New York Times and The Guardian also seem to be affected by the connection issues.

A NEW foundation has been established in Fermanagh to help support mental health and wellbeing.

A man and a woman were arrested in Enniskillen following an attempted burglary in Enniskillen in the early hours of this morning (Monday, June 7)

A man caught more than 20mph over the speed limit has been disqualified from driving for one week.

A Boho woman who was involved in a road traffic collision and had no valid insurance at the time has been convicted of several driving offences.

A disturbance on St. Patrick’s Day has resulted in a suspended sentence for a Lisnaskea woman.

PUPILS at St. Ronan’s P. S., Lisnaskea were visibly glowing as they picked up yet another award for healthier travel to school.

It is likely there will delays in Enniskillen town centre this week as one busy street is closed due to road resurfacing.

GORDONS Chemists and Knitted Knockers of Northern Ireland have formed a new partnership to supply free hand-knit 100 per cent cotton breast prosthetics for those who have had mastectomy surgery.

The family of the late Tony Jackman has led tributes to the popular South Fermanagh man, following his death on May 26, aged 79. Tony was well-known across Fermanagh for his involvement in hurling in Lisnaskea.

A special ‘Buddy Bench’ has been placed in the playground of St. Paul’s Primary School, Irvinestown in memory of a much-loved member of staff who passed away last year.

A MEETING of Irish language speakers in Fermanagh to discuss Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s drafting of a new Irish language strategy 2021-2024 was described as a positive event, giving attendees an insight into what the Council’s poli...

PIPS Suicide Prevention Ireland (PIPS Charity) is launching a brand-new face to face mental health service for people experiencing mental health or emotional wellbeing difficulties that will be piloted in Enniskillen.

THE heartbroken mother of the late Debbie Crawford, who passed away following a short battle with cancer, says she’ll miss seeing her “kind and caring” daughter every day.

THE British-Irish Council will host its bi-annual meeting in Co. Fermanagh, it has been revealed.

A Fivemiletown man caught without insurance for the sixth time, had just taken delivery of a new vehicle when police came on the scene.

In A sign of things returning to normality post-Covid-19, there will be Twelfth of July parades in Fermanagh this summer, albeit adjusted to comply with the latest pandemic regulations.

TWO Fermanagh teenagers have spoken out about the positive impact that the HEROES inclusive youth project has had on them following their involvement.

Two groups operating in the area have been honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service.

THE next Fermanagh walk in our series is Big Dog Forest: Big Dog Walk.

A LOCAL GAA club has written to the Fermanagh County Board calling on them to follow the lead of more than 3,000 Antrim Gaels who signed a letter sent to Taoiseach Micheál Martin to take the lead in planning discussions for an agreed Shared Ireland.

A “beautiful person” who would “always think of others before herself”, is how the family of the late Jean Holmes described the beloved police officer and mother-of-two who passed away unexpectedly last week.

A GROUP of sunrise chasers have successfully held their first event.

Arlene Foster is something of a shrinking violet, painfully shy…….said no one ever!

One of four men accused over the abduction of Kevin Lunney told Gardai who arrived to search his property: “You’re here because I bought the bleach”, a court has heard.

Outgoing Council Chair commissions piece by local artist for Civic Art collection

ARLENE Foster has said party colleagues behind the move to oust her have still not spoken to her about it.

A NUMBER of picnic tables have been delivered to the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen this morning (June 4) to allow members of the public to enjoy the theatre's outdoor space.

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are seeking “further clarity” in regards to social distancing requirements and if live music performances will be permitted when The Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen is allowed to reopen this summer.

The MHRA said the decision follows a “rigorous review” of safety and effectiveness in that age group.

A woman, who said she was “holding” on to over £1,000 worth of cannabis has been convicted of possession of the Class B drug.

The Indian variant is now believed to be dominant in the UK.

Jet2 has now called for “openness and transparency” on Covid-19 data in the wake of the changes.

IT HAS been a week of turmoil for the DUP since Edwin Poots was ratified as the new party leader last Thursday.

Enniskillen native Adrian Dunbar is playing himself as a cast member of a new crime drama as he stars in the recent instalment of BBC series, ‘Inside No. 9’.

IN A sign of normality returning post Covid-19, Enniskillen Light Operatic (ELO) will be hosting auditions for this year’s production at the weekend for its 2021 production, ‘The Show Must Go On’.

A number of changes to international country travel lists have been announced this afternoon following the first detailed review by the Joint Biosecurity Centre (JBC).

Police conducting speed checks in Lisbellaw dealt with several speeding motorists today, Thursday.

Its latest win means the supermarket has maintained an unbeaten record since it was first included as a ‘guest retailer’ in the Grocer 33 in 2014.

Kevin Lunney’s abductors told him “so you remember why you’re here” as they carved the letters QIH into his chest, he has told the Special Criminal Court.

HELENA Graham was all smiles as she celebrated her 100th birthday in the company of her family at the County Care Home in Enniskillen last Friday, May 28.

Blood samples belonging to Kevin Lunney were found at a premises and in a vehicle linked to his abduction and assault, the Special Criminal Court has heard.