Impartial Reporter
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 08:06:00 +0000All-island tributes flow for the late Joe Pat Prunty
A SEA of tributes have been flowing this week from all across the island of Ireland to the late Joe Pat Prunty; a father, innovator, and a man who more than made his mark on Irish football – quite literally, with Prunty Pitches up and down the isla...
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Residents of housing development in Fermanagh still waiting for roads resolution
Residents of Drumclay Court, Enniskillen are still waiting for the road around the housing development to be finished after they raised concerns in February last year of large potholes and raised manholes putting drivers at risk of damaging their veh...
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Fermanagh woman leads electric bike racing team in Bath
A FERMANAGH woman is leading an electric motorcycle road racing team at her university as they push for more opportunities to race electric bikes in events across the world.
Sat, 06 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Donation to Children’s Ward at the South West Acute Hospital
The Western Trust’s Children’s Ward at the South West Acute Hospital gratefully acknowledges a kind donation of two Nintendo Switch Games - Spyro and Super Mario Odyssey from Sarah Leonard from Belleek.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000Tributes to Fermanagh woman who played her part in WW2
THE late Rita Hamilton (96), a former Women’s Auxiliary Air Force (WAAF) driver, was an inspiration to many and will be remembered as a "very independent" and "respectable lady".
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 17:01:44 +0000Coronavirus: NI citizens to be fined for crossing the Border without a reasonable excuse
From Monday (February 8), Northern Ireland citizens will be fined €100 if they cross the Border without a reasonable excuse.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 16:30:00 +0000Denzil McDaniel: Stand up to the bullies who say we cannot disagree with what they tell us about Covid
Today’s the day for me. I’m booked in to have my Covid vaccination, now that the scheme has reached my age group. And I’m OK with having the jab.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 15:52:35 +0000Coronavirus:Over 300 thousand vaccines administered in NI
Health Minister Robin Swann has welcomed the continuing progress on Covid-19 vaccination, with the number of vaccines administered in Northern Ireland climbing past the 300,000 mark.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:50:18 +0000Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Another death brings total to 80
The Department of Health's daily updat today, Friday, has shown there was one further Covid-19 related death reported in Fermanagh and Omagh bringing the total to 80.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:29:45 +0000Fermanagh man handed suspended sentence for one-punch attack
A COUNTY Fermanagh man has been handed a suspended prison sentence for a “classic single-blow” attack, which had catastrophic consequences for the male victim.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 14:00:00 +0000Charlie’s bar in Enniskillen hosts live virtual gigs to lift spirits
WITH the aim of lifting people’s spirits during the lockdown while also supporting NI musicians, Charlie’s bar in Enniskillen are hosting a series of live virtual gigs.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:19:19 +0000Captain Sir Tom Moore: Fermanagh and Omagh council opens Book of Condolence
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has opened an online Book of Condolence in memory of the late Captain Sir Tom Moore, who passed away recently.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Cross-party condolences for former councillor Robert Donaldson
THE Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Diana Armstrong, has led the Chamber in tributes to former Democratic Unionist Councillor Robert Donaldson, who passed away last week.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 10:55:16 +0000Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: NISRA figures see further increase in deaths
There were nine Covid-19 related deaths up until January 29 reported in Fermanagh and Omagh by NISRA in their latest figures.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 10:13:00 +0000With £430million left to spend, the people of Fermanagh give their opinions on where Stormont should spend the money
STORMONT has £430 million of its budget still unspent in this financial year.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:44:25 +0000Trade unionist and Fermanagh singer-songwriter to support local foodbank
Davy Kettyles, former Enniskillen councillor, and now a Belfast-based singer-songwriter, is supporting Enniskillen Food Bank this week by donating ‘The Humanity album’ download and recording a mini-gig to be posted on his Facebook page at 7pm Fri...
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Fermanagh principal welcomes clarity on GCSE and A-Level grading
A principal in Enniskillen has welcomed changes to the GCSE and A- Level classifications in light of the continued Covid-19 pandemic.
Fri, 05 Feb 2021 09:07:52 +0000Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more: latest rules on cash payments
Major supermarket retailers have issued an update on payment methods.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:00:00 +0000Owner of Fermanagh care home set for rebrand
RESIDENTIAL, dementia and nursing care provider Runwood Homes, the owner of a number of care homes across Northern Ireland – including Meadow View Senior Living in Enniskillen – is rebranding, The Impartial Reporter understands.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:25:01 +0000Fermanagh nature reserve closed due to land slip
A popular Fermanagh nature reserve is currently closed to the public following a land slip.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000Fermanagh and Omagh councillors pay tribute to Captain Sir Tom Moore
ALL the main parties sitting on Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have paid tribute to the late Captain Sir Tom Moore on his passing – with the exception of Sinn Fein.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:40:00 +0000Fermanagh man charged with possession of cocaine and cannabis
A 19-year-old man is facing charges of drug possession and resisting police.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:00:15 +0000Enniskillen man stabbed in Dublin attack
An Enniskillen man is recovering in hospital in Dublin after being stabbed several times in a brutal attack.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +0000Fermanagh's Adrian Dunbar travels coast to coast in new Channel 5 travel series
Adrian Dunbar’s Coastal Ireland, a two-part series where the Enniskillen actor reconnects with his roots as he travels the wild and rugged west and north coasts of Ireland, airs on Thursday, February 4 at 8pm on Channel 5. The series was produced b...
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:20:29 +0000Coronavirus: Pandemic payment agreed for students
Almost 40,000 students studying in Northern Ireland will receive a £500 Covid Disruption Payment, Economy Minister Diane Dodds announced today.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 14:21:53 +0000Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Lowest cases in NI recorded for third day
There were 14 positive Covid-19 cases reported in Fermanagh and Omagh Council area on the Department of Health's daily update today, Thursday.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 11:26:30 +0000GPs warn of Covid-19 symptoms you may not know about
The NHS focus on three key symptoms but doctors have urged officials to add other symptoms to the official list.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:59:19 +0000Police in Fermanagh and Omagh issue appeal for missing man
POLICE have issued a public appeal about a missing man who has not been seen since Tuesday.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:10:07 +0000Brexit: "Northern Ireland Protocol cannot work and must be replaced"
Brexit’s contentious Northern Ireland Protocol “cannot work”, and must be replaced, First Minister Arlene Foster has said.
Thu, 04 Feb 2021 09:15:41 +0000Netflix announce new TV series and Films coming in February
The streaming giant has released a whole host of new shows and movies for February, with more still to come throughout the month.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 20:37:09 +0000VIDEO: Making the headlines in Fermanagh this week
In this week's Impartial Reporter
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:38:15 +0000Western Trust Chief Executive announces retirement
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) Chief Executive Dr. Anne Kilgallen has announced her plan to retire this summer.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 15:49:07 +0000Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Positive cases continue to fall
The effects of the Covid-19 lockdown are well and truly being seen in the latest figures from the Department of Health on Wednesday.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 14:56:07 +0000Fermanagh roads re-opened following clean-up of animal waste spillage
Roads in the Lisnaskea area have now been re-opened following the clean-up of a spillage of animal waste which occurred on Monday (February 1).
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:47:32 +0000Fermanagh man who breached bail remanded in custody
A 36-YEAR-OLD man who breached his bail conditions as well as Covid-19 restrictions has been remanded in custody.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Lidl Northern Ireland on the hunt for kids with bags of style to design new recycled shopping bags
LIDL Northern Ireland is calling on budding young artists across the region to unleash their inner Picasso and create an eye-catching design to feature on the retailer’s brand-new reusable shopping bags, made from 100 per cent recycled plastic.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:09:05 +0000Tougher penalties in place for mobile phone use while driving
Legislation brought forward by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon to increase penalty points and fines for those using a hand-held mobile phone while driving comes into effect today (3 February 2021) for all motorists in Northern Ireland.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 08:45:00 +0000Bail refused for man who allegedly tried to strangle partner
A 33-year-old man has been remanded in custody after a judge refused to grant him bail following an alleged domestic violence incident at a house in Enniskillen.
Wed, 03 Feb 2021 07:21:00 +0000Obituary: Mrs. Elizabeth Bolton
THERE has been widespread sadness following the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Bolton.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 18:29:00 +0000Irish natural honey full of 'powerful' antioxidants
WHEN we are shopping for our groceries, we will no doubt walk down the aisles which offer a wide range of jams, conserves and honey – but what type of honey do you buy?
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 18:18:35 +0000Fermanagh roads closed for clean up of animal waste spillage
Roads in the Lisnaskea area have been closed due to the spillage of animal waste which requires "specialist environmental health expertise to deal with the clean-up".
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000Newcastle-based Fermanagh singer writes about the impact of bullying in emotional new song
FERMANAGH singer-songwriter Jozef Michael Rigo has recently released his deeply personal and emotional second single.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 15:47:56 +0000Charlotte Johnston, one of Fermanagh's oldest residents laid to rest
One of Fermanagh's oldest residents has been laid to rest this afternoon (Tuesday).
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:45:29 +0000NISRA data reveals record number of alcohol specific deaths in Northern Ireland
Latest figures published by NISRA show that the number of alcohol-specific deaths in 2019 was the highest on record, with 336 of the 15,758 registered deaths being due to alcohol-specific causes.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:26:01 +0000Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Three more deaths reported
There were another three death related to Covid-19 reported by the Department of Health today (Tuesday), bringing the death toll here to 79.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:56:53 +0000Coronavirus: Schools to assess GCSE and A-level grades
Schools will determine pupils’ GCSE and A-level grades in Northern Ireland, it has been announced.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:16:00 +0000Why local honey stands out for taste
Reports: Brian Donaldson
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:14:46 +0000Coronavirus in Fermanagh: Vaccination booking line for 65-69 year-olds now open
A telephone booking line for vaccination appointments has now been introduced for those unable to use the online system.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 10:43:21 +0000Fermanagh man in court on alleged child sexual assault charges
A Fermanagh man is set to face trial in relation to a number of charges of sexual activity with a child.
Tue, 02 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000Fermanagh artist's motivator is 'the want for constant progression'
ARTIST Jordan Breen is from Enniskillen but is currently studying a degree in Graphic Design in Liverpool.