Health minister Robin Swann appeared to give the green light from the Department of Health on Wednesday for further easing of Covid 19 restrictions. Ahead of an Executive review of restrictions on Thursday, Swann spoke at a press conference alongside Chief Medical Officer Michael McBride. “The scales are tipping in favour of relaxing some restrictions […]
“I was one of the lucky ones”
A PROMINENT Carrickmore man who was one of the first people in Tyrone to test positive for Covid-19 a year ago said he was “one of the lucky ones” after his recovery from the virus. But 72-year-old publican and funeral director, Jimmy Fox, owner of The Charm Inn, told the UH that he still felt […]
Body found in search for missing person
POLICE searching for missing person Ernest Kells have today recovered a body from the Camowen River, close to the Cranny Road, Omagh. A post mortem will be carried out in due course to establish the cause of death. A PSNI spokesperson said, “However, at this stage, the death is not being treated as suspicious. “The […]
New audio-tour series showcases Tyrone’s landscapes
IN a new and exciting series – not dissimilar to our very own Danders On Your Doorstep feature – Tourism NI have created an audio tour through the ancient and varied landscapes of Tyrone. Bronagh Waugh – star of the hit series Derry Girls and The Fall – is the narrator of the ‘Soothing Stories’ episode […]
Security alert at Culmore Park
Police in Omagh are currently in attendance at a security alert at Culmore Park following the report of a suspicious object in the area. A number of homes are being evacuated and local diversions are being put in place as police conduct a search. Members of the public are asked to avoid the area until […]
The Bootroom
Dungannon Swifts have a new manager and we hear from Dean Shiels here on the Bootroom. A great insight into his plans and what he expects at the Swifts. Dean watched them last Saturday but whats next ? Plus Tommy and Paddy discuss the latest on Ballinamallard and Dergview as they plan for the Irish […]
Vaccine programme completed across 64 Western Trust
LOCAL care homes have received a massive boost in the Covid-19 fight as the majority of staff and residents are now fully vaccinated. All cares homes across the Western Trust have now seen the successful completion of the drive to administer first and second doses of the Covid-19 vaccine. Vaccines have been administered to all […]
Moy star Loughran forced into early retirement
TALENTED Moy forward Harry Loughran has been forced into early retirement due to a chronic back injury. Loughran, who is 26 years old, played a massive role in the Moy’s unforgettable run to the All-Ireland Intermediate title in 2018, the highlight being his dramatic game-winning goal against Kerry side An Gaeltacht at the last-four stage. […]
Casey named in GAA/GPA Champions team of the year
TYRONE hurling star Damian Casey is the sole representative from the county to make the 2020 GAA/GPA Champions 15 team. The selection includes seven players who competed in the Christy Ring Cup, six who competed in the Nicky Rackard, and two who competed in the lowest tier Lory Meagher Cup. Casey, who starred for Tyrone […]
Cuilcagh charity climb to mark Shania’s 12th birthday
THE sister of an 11-year-old Killyclogher schoolgirl who died in tragic circumstances at the start of this month has launched a charity fundraiser in memory of her ‘wee angel’. Shania McAshee, a Year 8 pupil at Drumragh Integrated College in Omagh, passed away surrounded by her family in Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital on January […]