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Husband and wife team navigate the highs and lows of farming
ALTHOUGH they grew up in different counties, Terence and Eimear McGarrigle’s earliest memories are of farming. “I’ve been out on the farm since I was practically fit to be out,” said Terence, a beef and sheep farmer from Belleek. “It’s just
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Protest marks two years without emergency surgery at SWAH
A CANDLELIT vigil has taken place in Enniskillen calling for services to be restored at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH). Hundreds of people took part in a candlelit vigil in Enniskillen to mark two years since emergency general surgery was
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Enniskillen man tells tragic story of attempt to save life of motorcyclist
AN Enniskillen man has described how he and a neighbour tried in vain to save a motorcyclist’s life. Neil McGahey rushed to the scene of a road traffic accident that took place last Friday night, November 8, around 9.35pm at the Drumgallon section
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Erne Gaels ready for Scotstown battle after difficult week
One of the chief attributes of Fermanagh county champions Erne Gaels is their remarkable level of fitness. And that is largely down to one man- the one and only strength and conditioning coach Ciaran ‘Quey’ Smith who has been involved with the
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Enniskillen angler James O’Doherty awarded Mary Peters Trust
An Enniskillen angler has been honoured with funding awards at a celebration night. James O’Doherty was one of 150 athletes to receive awards from the Mary Peters Trust during a special October Athletes Academy. The event took place at the
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Generous man donates more than £2,500 to charity for 80th birthday
A man has donated more than £2,000 to a cancer charity following his birthday celebrations in Fivemiletown. Eamon Curran celebrated his 80th birthday at the Valley Hotel in Fivemiletown and requested donations instead of gifts. A total of £2,550
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MLA urges road safety ahead of remembrance day on Nov 17
The MLA for Fermanagh and South Tyrone has urged road users to stay safe ahead of remembrance day. Sinn Féin MLA Jemma Dolan has asked drivers to be careful on the roads ahead of the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims on November
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Fivemiletown Library seeks resident input at open event
A community engagement event for the new Fivemiletown Library has been announced. Libraries NI is keen to involve residents in shaping the library's programming. The event is scheduled for November 21 at the Valley Hotel in Fivemiletown, running
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Three Enniskillen businesses finalists in NI Food to Go Awards
Three Enniskillen businesses have been named finalists in the 2024 NI Food to Go Awards. The Crisp Shack is in the running for Street Food of the Year, Catering Truck of the Year, and Best Burger to Go. Bigfoot Spuds is also in the Street Food
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Free online awareness event about childhood diabetes, epilepsy and asthma
A health organisation is holding a free online awareness event about childhood diabetes, epilepsy, and asthma. Specialist nurses from the Western Health and Social Care Trust will provide more information about the conditions and how to manage
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US envoy Joe Kennedy III honoured by Belfast universities
US Special Envoy for Northern Ireland, Joe Kennedy III, has been awarded two honorary doctorates. The awards, given by Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University, recognise Dr. Kennedy's commitment and contribution as the US Special Envoy
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Co-workers donate £1,000 to cancer charity in memory of colleague
A woman's co-workers made a £1,000 donation to a cancer charity in memory of her passing. The presentation was made in memory of Martina McMahon who passed away in May. Her colleagues donated the money to Friends of the Cancer Centre Fermanagh
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Networking, art, and workshops set at Workhouse Enniskillen
The Workhouse Enniskillen has revealed its event line-up for November and December. It includes a mix of networking, workshops, lectures, and art showcases. On November 19, from 10am to 12pm, 'Just Connect Enniskillen' will be hosted by Women
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£1,100 donation to Carrybridge RNLI in memory of man who drowned
A donation of £1,100 has been made to Carrybridge RNLI in memory of a man who tragically drowned. The money was raised at a 70th birthday and retirement party by family and friends of Francis Martin. Francis died while fishing in Dungarvan,
