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Final few days for Applications. 📢
Closing date extended to this Thursday 24th September.
A few spaces have become available on the Fermanagh Young Leaders Forum, giving young people aged 17–25 one more opportunity to get involved in this exciting programme.
Running from September 2026 to April 2027, the programme offers a fantastic opportunity to develop leadership skills, build confidence and make a real difference in your local community.
Participants will:
Develop leadership, teamwork and communication skills
Gain a recognised OCN qualification in Community Development
Build valuable experience for CVs, further education and employment
Help identify key issues affecting young people
Play a direct role in awarding grant funding to local projects
Contribute to positive change in their community
New closing date: 12 noon, Thursday 24 September 2026
If you’ve been thinking about applying, this is your last chance to get involved. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of the Fermanagh Young Leaders Forum.
Find out more and apply: www.fermanaghtrust.org/fermanagh-young-leaders.../
Fermanagh Young Leaders Programme is administered by Fermanagh Trust through our Investing in Community Volunteers programme.
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ERBC introduced new President’s medals for the J13 - J15 rowers this year which were presented by Mr Holland at the 1K Classic at Lough Rinn yesterday.
This year’s very worthy recipients were Beth Bradley and Josh Allen, congratulations to both of them.
Have you a child year 9 - 11 who spent their weekend in front of a screen?
Would you like them to be more active, get fit and make friends for life?
They are welcome to start rowing this week after school, this will be the last chance for new rowers this season.
Please spread the word, kids from all schools in Enniskillen are very welcome.
Day 2 at 1K Classic at Lough Rinn
ERBC have retained the Victor Ludorum Trophy for the Club with the highest number of points accumulated over 2 days of racing in Rowing Ireland’s 1K Classic. This event is the Junior 13 - 15 Irish Championships and ERBC won another 9 titles today bringing the total over the weekend to 18
• WJ 14 8X+
• WJ15 8X+ A 🥇
• MJ2X 🥇
• WJ14 1X Muireann 🥇
• WJ14 1X Sophia 🥇
• WJ15 2X A🥇
• WJ15 2X B🥇
• WJ13 4X+🥇
• J15 Mixed 8X+🥇
Well done to all our rowers who competed over the weekend.
1K Classic at Lough Rinn - Day one roundup
ERBC had a very successful day with 9 wins today at the 1K Classic accumulating 54 points towards retaining the Victor Ludorum trophy that we won last year. We are in a strong position heading into Day 2 tomorrow but things can change quickly and every point counts.
Today there were wins for
• WJ15 4X+ A 🥇 2nd place 🥈for the B crew
• MJ15 1X - Allen 🥇
• WJ14 4X+ A 🥇
• WJ14 4X+ B 🥇
• MJ15 8X+ A 🥇 in the faster of the straight finals
• J13 Mixed Eights A 🥇
• WJ14 2X Muireann and Sophie 🥇the B crew were 2nd 🥈
• WJ15 8+ 🥇
• J14 Mixed 8X+ A 🥇
Well done to all our rowers who rowed hard today in somewhat challenging conditions at times, it is all to play for tomorrow. Good luck to all.
Saturday Hockey Results
A busy Saturday of hockey against Omagh, with plenty of great effort and commitment from our ERGS teams.
Our 1sts were defeated by Omagh, while the U14s narrowly lost 2–1, with Rachel Nixon getting on the scoresheet.
A great result for our U13s, who secured a 2–0 win over Omagh, with goals from Claudia Black and Emma Balfour.
Well done to all our players.👏
A fantastic experience for four of our high-achieving pupils, who have spent the past two days at the University of Oxford for a residential Open Day, accompanied by Mrs Magee.
A very special thank you to everyone at Brasenose College for the warmest of welcomes, and particularly to Holly, who has been such a wonderful host throughout our stay. Our pupils have had an unforgettable time exploring Oxford, visiting colleges and departments, attending talks and taster sessions, meeting current students and making new friends along the way.
As our visit comes to an end, the four leave Oxford with so much more than information about courses and admissions. They have broadened their horizons, grown in confidence and had the opportunity to imagine where their future paths might take them. Whether or not those paths ultimately lead back to Oxford, these have been very special days and great memories made.
Our sincere thanks to Brasenose College for making it all possible and for giving our pupils such a warm Oxford welcome.
Congratulations to Evie, Hayley, Kathryn and Lucy-Jayne who are enthusiastic Highland Dancers on their recent participation in the Belfast International Tattoo. Great to see their commitment and enthusiasm.
Grace Kettyle
Class of 2017
A Level Subjects: Biology, Chemistry and Nutrition & Food Science
After leaving Enniskillen Royal Grammar School in 2017, I went on to study Medicine at Queen's University Belfast, where I also completed an intercalated MSc in Clinical Anatomy.
During my third year of Medicine the COVID-19 pandemic forced the university to re-evaluate its teaching methods. This was to prepare us as future doctors with a greater skillset to manage the evolving pressures and medical uncertainty of a growing pandemic.
As medical students, a new role was created for us – ‘Medical Student Technicians.’ We supported frontline healthcare teams during one of the most challenging periods in modern Medicine. This role provided invaluable early clinical experience, it enabled me to contribute directly to patient care while developing resilience, adaptability, and confidence in a fast-paced clinical environment.
During my undergraduate training, I developed a strong interest in surgery, combining academic excellence with a commitment to clinical practice, research, and innovation. My passion for surgery was strengthened through a clinical elective at the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital in Dublin, where I gained experience in robotic-assisted surgery. Observing and participating in a high-volume tertiary surgical service provided insight into the rapidly evolving role of advanced technology in modern operative practice. This experience deepened my appreciation of minimally invasive surgery, surgical innovation, and the importance of lifelong learning.
Following on from graduation in 2023 I began working as a junior doctor at the South-West Acute Hospital (SWAH), Enniskillen. It was a genuine pleasure and privilege to spend 14 months working alongside fellow doctors and multi-disciplinary team members, many of whom trained and mentored me throughout my undergraduate training days. This job undoubtedly gave me a greater appreciation of the importance of a smaller rural hospital and the services provided.
In 2024 my time at SWAH came to an end and I moved to Craigavon Area Hospital where I completed my foundation training in Intensive Care Medicine and General Surgery. These posts went hand in hand and developed my skills in the management of critically ill patients, perioperative care, and the assessment of acute surgical emergencies.
In 2025 I made the decision to apply directly for a surgical training programme as opposed to continuing to work at a foundation level. I successfully achieved a place on the Core Surgical Training (CST) programme in Northern Ireland, marking an important milestone in my career. During my first year of surgical training, I again was based at Craigavon Area Hospital, where I continued to work in the General Surgery department for a further 6 months and concluded with time in the Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgical department.
Fast forward to August 2026, I have just started my second year of surgical training splitting my time between the Emergency General Surgical Team in the Royal Victoria Hospital and the Hepatobiliary team in the Belfast City Hospital, focusing on regional cancer surgeries. Working in a large tertiary centre has given me an appreciation for the importance of coordinated emergency care, surgical leadership, and effective communication under pressure. As a trainee this job teaches you the skillset of resilience as a surgeon and ultimately enhances your operative capabilities.
Alongside my NHS job, my surgical experience has allowed me to continue to work in SWAH under Musgrave Healthcare Orthopaedic Team who perform elective knee and hip replacements. Alongside this I have spent evenings and weekends assisting with general surgeries in Ballykelly Private Hospital.
Despite being qualified for over three years, the exams don’t stop and neither does the lifelong learning! Earlier this year I successfully completed the first half (Part A) of my surgical exams, with my second and final exam 😎 scheduled to take place in a couple of weeks.
My research interests have developed alongside my clinical training, with a particular focus on surgical innovation, education, and improving patient outcomes. I have been involved in several research projects exploring how emerging technologies and collaborative clinical data can enhance surgical practice. With my research, I have had opportunities to travel and present local data at national and international conferences over the last three years, including meetings in Rome, Maastricht, Dublin, Brighton, Aberdeen, and Belfast.
Looking back, my time at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School provided the foundation for both my personal and professional development. The school fostered a strong work ethic, a commitment to excellence, and the confidence to pursue opportunities beyond the classroom. Through the support of dedicated teachers, participation in extracurricular activities, and engagement with the wider school community, I developed the resilience, teamwork, and communication skills that continue to shape my journey in medicine and surgery today.
Achieving long-term goals rarely follows a straight path; it requires perseverance, adaptability, and the willingness to learn from setbacks as well as successes. A growth mindset encourages us to view challenges not as obstacles, but as opportunities to develop, improve, and build confidence.
The values I developed at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School continue to guide me today, and I remain grateful for the role the school played in helping me build the foundations for a career in medicine, surgery, research, and lifelong learning.
