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Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Cost of mindless grafitti in Fermanagh revealed
The Impartial Reporter has recently seen a Freedom of Information request on the prevalence of graffiti across the Fermanagh district.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Caoimhin McGovern: Community rallies around GAA player following cancer diagnosis
The Border community of Cavan has rallied behind a 19-year-old county GAA player as he begins his fight against cancer.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh walks/hikes: Ely Lodge Forest - Carrickreagh Jetty Walk
THIS week’s walk of the week is the Carrickreagh Jetty Walk at Ely Lodge Forest.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Glendurragh River: Collective anger over major fishkill
LAST Thursday, a number of agencies and local anglers were working to clean up a large-scale fish kill in Kesh, whch prompted widespread shock at its major upset to the natural eco-system in the Glendurragh River.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Tributes to late Enniskillen 'gentleman' Derek Beresford, 73
THE son of well-respected sportsman, the late Derek Beresford, has paid tribute to his inspirational father following his sudden passing, calling him a “gentleman who would help anyone that he could, when he could”.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Joy as Fermanagh community rallies in memory of late Rachael
THE mother of a Ballinamallard woman who died suddenly in February says she was “blown away” by the community support for a charity fundraiser hosted at the weekend in memory of her much-loved daughter.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 19:31:00 +0100
Fermanagh students have a number of paths to a college place
IN THIS funny old time in which we live, not everyone who leaves school or college will have a place for this incoming year.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 18:32:00 +0100
Ryan enjoying new role as junior chef at Fermanagh hotel
NOW Group participant Ryan Melly, aged 25 from Enniskillen is loving his new role as a Junior Chef at the Lough Erne resort.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 17:00:00 +0100
RTÉ to air programmes on Seán Quinn and Barney Curley
Two new programs to be aired this season on RTÉ are to focus on Fermanagh natives.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen woman celebrates her 100th birthday with family
A birthday card from Her Majesty The Queen was hand-delivered to Margaret ‘Peggy’ Cathcart as she celebrated her 100th birthday at the weekend.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Northern Ireland Centenary to be marked with festivities in Enniskillen
THE past decade has had a significant number of centenaries to commemorate.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:40:42 +0100
Firefighters in Fermanagh tackle flooding in Lisnaskea
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) last night (Thursday) dealt with flooding in the Lisnaksea area.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0100
18 Fermanagh and Omagh schools hit with Covid in first week
18 schools in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area have sought support from the Education Authority (EA) with coronavirus cases during the first week of the new school term.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:56:56 +0100
Success at National Television Awards for Line Of Duty
Line Of Duty, which stars Enniskillen's own Adrian Dunbar, experienced double success at this year's National Television Awards (NTA), winning two awards at the ceremony in London on Thursday night (September 9).

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
9/11: Fermanagh woman's outlook in life shaped by infamous date she was born
THIS Saturday marks 20 years from the terrorist attack that shook the world: 9/11.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:04:09 +0100
Coronavirus: Schools no longer required to undertake contact tracing
Education settings will no longer be asked to carry out contact tracing of pupils following an agreement between the departments of Education and Health.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Western Trust launch new choir for adults with learning disabilities
THE Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust), in conjunction with the Adult Learning Disability Local Involvement Groups, has announced the creation of a new Inclusive Adult Learning Disability Choir.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:52:36 +0100
Outgoing manager and players want executive change
The Fermanagh Ladies senior squad has warned that a number of players will not continue to play for the county if the current executive remains in place.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 21:43:44 +0100
Kieran Donnelly ratified as new Fermanagh manager
Kieran Donnelly has tonight been ratified as the Fermanagh Senior Football Manager, taking over the reigns from Ryan McMenamin who stepped down from the post last month.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh Councillors demand answers over Post Office
MEMBERS of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have demanded answers over the future of Enniskillen Post Office, and criticised mixed-messages around the position.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
‘Positive’ meeting on flooding in Pettigo held
A LOCAL MLA has described her meeting with the Rivers Agency about flooding issues in Pettigo as positive.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 17:28:22 +0100
Three customers warned that roaming charges will return post-Brexit
Customers who are new or upgrading from October 1 will be affected, though the changes do not come into effect until May 23 2022.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Arlene Foster: Process underway in Fermanagh South Tyrone to find successor
FERMANAGH South Tyrone MLA Arlene Foster has indicated that she will stand down as an MLA at the end of this month.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:36:05 +0100
Harassment case adjourned for Enniskillen woman, 52
A WOMAN who is to contest a number of charges has missed an appointment with a psychiatrist who was to carry out an assessment on her mental health ahead of the case being dealt with.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 14:16:00 +0100
AstraZeneca boss issues warning to UK over Covid booster vaccines
More than half a million people with severely weakened immune systems will be offered another vaccine dose beginning this month

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:56:20 +0100
6 household items that will keep spiders out of your home
The early autumn months are not exactly a great time for those scared of spiders, as mating season for the critters commences.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:33:49 +0100
Enniskillen named one of the best places to live in Ireland
Enniskillen has been named as one of the Top 20 places to live in Ireland as part of the Irish Times 'Best Place to Live in Ireland 2021' competition.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:21:00 +0100
How the National Insurance rise for social care reform will impact payslips
A UK-wide 1.25% health and social care levy based on National Insurance (NI) contributions will be introduced.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Universal Credit claimants face £1,000 losses as Boris Johnson faces pressure
The £20 weekly uplift was introduced temporarily to help claimants weather the storm of the coronavirus pandemic.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 09:01:44 +0100
Appeal for information on speeding vehicle in Fermanagh
Police in Fermanagh are appealing information regarding a speeding vehicle in the Boa Island and Pettigo Road areas yesterday afternoon (September 8).

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 22:32:55 +0100
Solheim Cup: Ballyconnell's Leona Maguire comes home
The Slieve Russell Hotel played host to a jubilant homecoming for golfing star Leona Maguire this evening (Wednesday).

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:51:38 +0100
Fermanagh in 2001: Twins and triplets show how to multiply
THE new Primary One pupils at St. Naile’s Primary School, Kinawley, were given an introduction to multiplication on their first day at school this week.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:48:47 +0100
Fermanagh in 1991: Approval for ‘Donaldson dream’
A PERFECTLY played bowl by Council Chairman, Caldwell McClaughry, officially opened phase one of the new £4.5 million Castle Entertainment Centre in Enniskillen. The complex is expected to create almost 100 new jobs in Fermanagh.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:47:11 +0100
The Impartial Reporter down through the years
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:45:53 +0100
Cross words as the value of the Irish language is discussed
ENNISKILLEN Guardians met on Tuesday, with Mr. J. M. Geddes, Chairman, presiding.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Dylan’s on the ball with his work in a new play, Rough Girls
FERMANAGH artistic director and choreographer Dylan Quinn is currently working alongside Derry Girls actor Tara-Lynne O'Neill as Movement Co-ordinator on her upcoming new play, 'Rough Girls', at the Lyric Theatre, Belfast.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 11:46:55 +0100
Fermanagh man is accused of seriously assaulting cousin
An Irvinestown man with a prolific criminal record who is managed in the community by a specialist police unit, has been remanded in custody accused of seriously assaulting his cousin during a fight.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Tyrone man makes donation to Northern Ireland Air Ambulance
Liam O’Neill makes a donation of £3,200 to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland fundraising manager Damien McAnespie following his birthday cycling fundraiser for the helicopter emergency medical service. Liam and members of the Big Ridge Cycle Club und...

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 17:47:03 +0100
Lakeland Forum vaccination centre to close this weekend
THE doors of the vaccination centre in the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum will shut for the final time this weekend.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 17:13:40 +0100
Fermanagh summer sports camp a huge hit
THE Bawnacre Centre, Irvinestown, was a hive of activity every day last week with a Bumper Fun Camp funded by the Education Authority for primary school boys and girls.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh properties offer free entry for European Heritage Open Days
A number of Fermanagh attractions are offering free entry as part of the 24th annual European Heritage Open Days (EHOD).

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh beekeepers say '2021 is a revelation for beekeepers'
THIS year has proved to be a revelation for members of Fermanagh Beekeepers’ Association, says Ethel Irvine in her report for August.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh groups join forces to promote good relations
A new £44,845 project will be used to foster good relations in the Lisnaskea area.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
£8,000 cheque presented to The Community Rescue Service
The family of the late Ernie Kells from Fivemiletown recently presented a cheque for £8,000 to The Community Rescue Service from donations received following his death. Included in the photograph are Sean, Ivan & Brenda from The Community Rescue Ser...

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh artist encourages people to put down their worries and pick up a paintbrush
LOCAL artist Gail Turner believes art is a great way for people of all ages to express themselves and work through their frustrations.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Kesh Carnival: Cross community fun for all
Great fun was had by all who attended the wide range of events and activities of Kesh Community Carnival.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Gas firm’s infrastructure works by Lakeland Forum welcomed
Councillor Errol Thompson, the Chairman of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, welcomed the recent opportunity to visit a major river crossing that is currently being carried out in Enniskillen by SGN Natural Gas.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen a town of interest for Civil Service hub – Murphy
FINANCE Minister Conor Murphy was in Enniskillen recently to meet business people, politicians and Council representatives to discuss a range of issues facing the town.

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 09:58:51 +0100
Fermanagh family's livelihood gone as dairy herd wiped out by TB
A dairy farm in Fermanagh lies empty and silent this week as the ravages of bovine TB wipes out the milking herd.



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