Something that is on the "fringe" means it is on the edge, outside established boundaries.

VOA: special.2009.08.05

It established,by law, the fourth Thursday in November as Thanksgiving Day.

VOA: special.2009.11.23

She says it probably will take about two years after the pandemic has ended for the true figure to be established.

VOA: standard.2009.12.29

The Russian Border administration being established by the agreements grants it full immunity from the civil and administrative jurisdiction of both republics.

VOA: standard.2009.04.30

"It is,in fact, a repudiation of the very goals he has established."

VOA: standard.2009.03.17