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Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Boris in Fermanagh: Sinn Féin MP not invited to meet PM
FOLLOWING his visit to the Enniskillen Covid-19 vaccination centre at the Lakeland Forum, Prime Minister Boris Johnson sat down with DUP leader and First Minister, Arlene Foster, in what was a frank discussion over issues around Northern Ireland (...

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fury as Enniskillen faces bomb threat
QUESTIONS have been raised as to why it took police two days to find a suspicious device in Enniskillen.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh school closure adding to the stress already on students
TWO students at St. Mary’s High School, Brollagh have spoken out about the decision to close the school by the Education Minister, and have pleaded with him to think again.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Prime Minister's fleeting surprise visit to Fermanagh creates a stir
THERE was palpable excitement in Fermanagh last Friday morning when Prime Minister Boris Johnson visited the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum in Enniskillen.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:45:57 +0000
29 year old arrested following incidents in Derrylin
Police investigating incidents in the Derrylin area of Fermanagh today (Friday, March 19) have arrested a man.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Denzil McDaniel: ‘Recollections may vary’ of NI or the Six Counties
APPROPRIATELY enough as our kids go back to school, I discovered this week that even at my age you’re never too old to learn something. In my case, a new word: Hyperthymesia. Huh?

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:57:40 +0000
What you can expect in family mediation
A decision to enter the process of family mediation can be quite daunting.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:53:37 +0000
Aldi and Lidl middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, March 21?
Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, March 21 2021.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:02:20 +0000
Enniskillen security alert: CIRA claims responsibility
THE Continuity IRA (CIRA) has claimed responsibility for an alleged attack on Enniskillen Police Station on Monday, and the planting of a suspicious device close to the station.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 15:00:33 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Five new cases of virus
Cases of coronavirus in those aged 60 plus has continued to remain low, there have been no positive cases in those aged 80 plus in the district for the past two weeks.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000
Fermanagh boxer get three years in prison for assault on Mannok directors
A FERMANAGH boxer has been jailed for assaulting two senior businessmen at a Cavan filling station two years ago.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:35:33 +0000
Covid vaccine rollout: 75,000 doses administered by Western Trust
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) has hit yet another major milestone in the delivery of its Covid-19 Mass Vaccination programme after officially administering its 75,000 dose as of March 16.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:20:00 +0000
St. Patrick's Day incident sees man suffer head injuries
A YOUNG man was taken to hospital on St. Patrick’s Day following an incident at a house in Enniskillen.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:14:00 +0000
Marble Arch Caves UNESCO Global Geopark creates ‘Heritage Champions’ of the Geopark
The Marble Arch Caves UNESCO Global Geopark (MACUGG) has added to its existing Geopark Ambassador cohort by training 20 local community heritage enthusiasts to become Geopark ‘Heritage Champions’ in West Fermanagh.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh native greeted Prime Minister in Enniskillen
A TEEMORE native greeted Prime Minister Boris Johnson when he arrived at the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum last Friday.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:14:12 +0000
Fermanagh man impersonated police to obtain ex-partner's information
AN IRVINESTOWN man who harassed his ex-partner after their relationship ended was able to obtain  her new phone number, shift patterns and other details from her workplace, after claims were made the information was required by police.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:53:13 +0000
Covid in Northern Ireland: 30 deaths in last week - NISRA
Latest figures published today by NISRA show that 30 deaths involving Covid-19 occurred in the week March 6-12, 2021.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:33:25 +0000
Newtownbutler kids mark St.Patrick's Day
The children at St. Mary's Primary School, Newtownbutler were getting in the swing of St. Patrick's Day early as they hosted a 'Green Day' earlier this week. Children and class teachers donned their finest green attire to mark upcoming St. Patrick...

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 09:02:16 +0000
Portugal will allow all Brits in for summer holidays 2021
Portugal wants to allow Brits through its borders by May.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fivemiletown man had drugs under car seat
A MAN who was found in possession of drugs has been given a probation order.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:20:29 +0000
Fundraising: Lakeland Community Care stepping out for challenge
Lakeland Community Care Office Staff are undertaking a Stepathlon challenge during the month of March to raise funds to provide the isolated elderly with additional resources to assist with the isolation that has resulted due to the COVID-19 pandemic...

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:59:18 +0000
1.7 million Covid-19 vaccine doses have been delayed
Matt Hancock said the UK vaccination programme remains on course to hit its targets amid delay in 1.7 million Covid-19 doses.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 15:50:00 +0000
Coronavirus: AstraZeneca vaccine still being used
THE Northern Ireland Executive is still actively encouraging people to keep their vaccination appointments if they are booked.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:19:51 +0000
Covid in Fermanagh and Omagh: No positive cases in over 80s in last week
The seven-day positive Covid-19 case rate per 100k of population has remained unchanged in Fermanagh and Omagh for the last two weeks.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 11:30:00 +0000
Enniskillen woman gets prison sentence for misuse of emergency services' numbers
AN ENNISKILLEN woman has been given a two-month prison sentence after she was convicted of persistent improper use of communications and wasting police time and false reporting.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 09:20:56 +0000
Coronavirus vaccine jabs – on a high street near you
Community pharmacies across Northern Ireland will join the Covid-19 vaccination programme from the end of this month, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:34:08 +0000
Census 2021: everything you need to know and what questions you will be asked
The census occurs every 10 years, with the last occurring in 2011, and it acts as a survey that charts all of the people and households.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 21:00:00 +0000
VIDEO: Making the headlines in Fermanagh this week
An insight into some of the news and sport in this week's paper.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 18:50:31 +0000
Enniskillen Security Alert: PSNI confirm alert has ended
THE Security alert in Enniskillen has ended following the discovery of a suspicious device in the Lough Shore Path area, in the vicinity of Riverside, this morning (Wednesday, March 17).Police accompanied by Army Technical Officers (ATO) have att...

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 17:07:08 +0000
St. Patrick's Day 2021 in Fermanagh
St.Patrick's Day 2021 will be remebered as a most unusual day for years to come due to current lockdown restrictions. However, it didn't stop some of our readers enjoying the fun.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 11:26:31 +0000
Enniskillen Security Alert: Bomb Disposal team in area
The bomb disposal team have arrived in the Riverside area of Enniskillen this morning.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:45:05 +0000
Enniskillen Security Alert: Suspect device found
The PSNI are currently at the scene of a security alert this morning as a suspect device has been found in the Riverside area of Enniskillen.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Maguiresbridge family fundraising for Cancer Focus
A big-hearted Fermanagh family is pulling out all the stops to March a Million steps for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
A graphic art style that’s full of stories and detail
GROWING up in the foothills of Benaughlin Mountain, surrounded by creative family members, Mark Healy's interest and enthusiasm for art and design developed from a young age.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:16:41 +0000
Northern Ireland Executive announce easing of restrictions
The Executive has today agreed several measured relaxations to the current Coronavirus Health Regulations.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:59:17 +0000
Two car collision on Belfast Road
Emergency services were in attendance at a road traffic collision close to Lisbellaw this afternoon.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:16:17 +0000
Covid-19 cases remain low in Fermanagh and Omagh
The low rate of postive cases in Fermanagh and Omagh continued as only five people tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh arts representatives recognised with awards in memory of Sir Ken Robinson
A LOCAL arts ambassador and a Fermanagh school have been awarded a share of the £20,000 Unlocking Creativity award fund, in memory of Sir Ken Robinson.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:51:44 +0000
Fermanagh Farming: Footage of dead and dying cattle raises questions
THE Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has moved to reassure concerns after a video emerged of dead and dying cattle on a County Fermanagh farm.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:41:29 +0000
British Airways to trial Covid vaccine travel 'passport' - how it could work
The move comes as Boris Johnson said he will give the go-ahead for a return to international travel from 17 May at the earliest.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Charlie’s Bar to host special St. Patrick’s Day Facebook Live gig by Sinéad Quinn
OVER AT Charlie’s Bar in Enniskillen, St. Patrick’s Day is usually one of the popular watering hole’s biggest and best nights of the year.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Stammering: Lisbellaw man running 100km to raise awareness of condition
A Lisbellaw man is raising awareness for children with stammers as he runs 100 kilometres throughout the month of March.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council chief discusses rates rise
MEDIA coverage in recent weeks has highlighted the issue of domestic rates in the Fermanagh and Omagh District, and how they are set to change.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Tyrone film maker to release documentary on rally driver Albert Grainger
A TRILLICK filmmaker has released a special new documentary, ‘63’, on the Irish rallying scene – and it has a special twist, as it will be focused on the rallying career of his late grandfather, Albert Grainger.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 18:35:49 +0000
PSNI conduct search following claim of shots fired at police station
Following claims by the Continuity IRA (CIRA) that they had fired shots at Enniskillen Police Station and a device left close to the station, the PSNI say they found "nothing untoward" during searches of the area.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:49:48 +0000
Newtownbutler Security Alert: Investigation ongoing
Police in Fermanagh are continuing to advise the local community to be aware of any suspicious objects located in the Border area.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:50:00 +0000
Claims Fermanagh police station targeted by dissident Republicans
The Continuity IRA have claimed they have fired shots at Enniskillen Police Station today, Monday.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:09:18 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: No cases in BT93
One postcode in Fermanagh has not had any positive cases of the virus in the past 24 hours. The BT93 postcode area which covers Kesh, Garrison, Belleek and many other small settlements has had no positive cases of coronavirus in the past seven day...

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 09:07:39 +0000
Coronavirus: Vaccines now available to everyone aged 50 and over
Anyone aged 50 or over across Northern Ireland can now book their Covid-19 vaccination appointment, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 11:58:38 +0000
History and heritage unveiled in Fermanagh as new BBC series explores forgotten homes of local WWI veterans
The forgotten homes of WW1 veterans in Fermanagh are to be explored in a new series starting next week on BBC Two Northern Ireland.



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