Fermanagh Herald

The Fermanagh Herald is a weekly newspaper primarily distributed in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It was founded in 1902 by the North West of Ireland Printing and Publishing Company, which was created the previous year by the Lynch family. The newspaper is released every Wednesday and boasts the highest circulation among the publications of the North West of Ireland Printing and Publishing Company, averaging 13,169 copies in the first half of 2010. Its sister publications include the Ulster Herald, Tyrone Herald, Donegal News (available on Mondays and Fridays), Strabane Chronicle, and Gaelic Life.

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Firefighters praised for Clogher blaze efforts

3 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

LOCAL firefighters have been praised for their efforts in tackling a huge gorse fire that raged from Wednesday afternoon until Saturday just outside Clogher, a blaze which damaged around a third of the popular beauty spot Slieve Beagh. The fire was first reported shortly before 1pm on Wednesday along Ballagh Road in Clogher. It quickly spread, prompting a large-scale response involving 15 front-line appliances, over 100 personnel, and several specialist vehicles.
Higginbotham takes the reins at Enniskillen Rangers

4 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Mark McGoldrick

By Jonathan HoganEnniskillen Rangers have appointed Darren Higginbotham as their new first team manager, following Michael Kerr’s departure after last week’s season closer against Killen. Higginbotham, who enjoyed a successful spell with Irvinestown Wanderers — guiding them back to Division One — finished the season alongside Ryan Campbell at Kesh, helping steer the club to the Mulhern Cup final. He now returns to Rangers, where he previously played and coached, this time in charge.
Former students shocked at Enniskillen school proposals

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

FORMER students of an Enniskillen school which is set to cease as part of a ‘closure and expansion’ programme have recalled many “special memories” of their early education. After much speculation, it was confirmed that St Joseph’s College and St Fanchea’s College, which were both opened in 1960, would wind up in early 2027, in a major local shake-up. The pupils at both schools will be absorbed by St Michael’s College and Mount Lourdes.
Over £40,000 raised for Fermanagh girl Catherine Cox

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

THE Fermanagh community has been praised for its generosity after over £40,000 has been raised to support a two-year-old girl who is living with an extremely rare genetic health condition. Catherine Cox, born in September 2022, lives with CDKL5 deficieny disorder. The condition causes a range of neurodevelopmental challenges, with research ongoing into future treatments.
Elliott stands up for Fermanagh farmers in the Lords

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

FERMANAGH peer, Tom Elliott, has hit out at at government departments and agencies for their lack of support for our local farming and rural communities.
Jail for Enniskillen sex offender

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

A CONVICTED sex-offender who was subject to monitoring under a Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO) designed to protect the public, has been jailed after police were required to force entry to his home and discover a haul of indecent child imagery. John Llewelyn James (56) from Henry Street, Enniskillen admitted 10 counts of possessing indecent child images and breaching the SOPO by having access to computers with internet capacity without consent.
Enniskillen cancer centre to open this month

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

THE new multi-million pound Cancer Focus centre will officially open in Enniskillen this month in what will be a major boost to people living with cancer in Fermanagh and their families. Major work has been ongoing at 18 High Street in Enniskillen on the development of the new therapeutic centre, with anticipation building up for the officially opening of the premise. The ‘Herald understands that the new centre will officially open on Wednesday, May 28.
Bishop of Clogher asks for prayers for new Pope

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

The Bishop of Clogher Larry Duffy has welcomed the election of Pope Leo XIV, and asked for prayers for him and his future ministry. “Pope Leo brings to the papacy both missionary experience and a missionary style that is reflective and compassionate, with great emphasis on listening,” said Bishop Duffy. “As we face the various challenges of today and tomorrow, these qualities will be important. “Pope Leo in his initial remarks reminded us of the peace that comes to us all from the Risen Lord.
Fermanagh among worst for drink driving

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Roisin Henderson

By Callum McGuiganFermanagh has one of the highest rates of drink drivers in Northern Ireland, according to a new police report. The ‘Motoring Offence Statistics for Northern Ireland 2024 Annual Report’, published by the PSNI, shows that the highest number of drink or drug driving offences by population were recorded in the Omagh and Fermanagh area, where there were 25 offenders per 10,000 people.
Swimming star Hannah wins four Ulster titles

5 days ago | fermanaghherald.com | Katrina Brennan

Four Ulster titles and a slew of medals and PBs came home with Enniskillen Lakelanders from the Ulster Championships in Bangor last weekend. A squad of 12 swimmers from the club attended the Ulster Age Group and Senior LC Championships at the Bangor Aurora Leisure Complex. Over 32 clubs from acoss Ulster were represented with Ulster podium spots and important Summer National qualification times up for grabs.