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Mon, 27 Sep 2021 09:11:38 +0100
Coronavirus: £100 shop local card launches today
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons today announced that the portal for applications to the High Street Scheme is now open.

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Pride Crossing: FODC Council to identify and budget for crossing
THE Policy and Resources committee of the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have voted in favour of a proposal to identify and budget for a 'rainbow' crossing in both Enniskillen and Omagh.

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Crom Castle provides the backdrop for new BBC NI TV series - Farm To Feast: Best Menu Wins
Presented by Eamonn Holmes and introducing Michelin star chef Danni Barry and food critic Joris Minne as judges, Farm To Feast: Best Menu Wins is the first farm to fork cookery programme for BBC One Northern Ireland.

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Students loses halls place despite having paid deposit
A student who paid his deposit for his university halls and then had to change accommodation at the last minute has spoken out about the "frustrating" student property shortage in Belfast.

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Expert discusses trauma therapy work with Rotary Enniskillen
A leading psychiatrist was last week’s speaker at the meeting of the Enniskillen Rotary Club.

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
New South West College campus officially opened by Economy Minister
THE new £30 million South West College Erne Campus in Enniskillen was officially opened yesterday (Wednesday, September 22) by Minister for the Economy Gordon Lyons.

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Education Authority meeting ‘snub’ on Brollagh disappoints
Members of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have expressed frustration at correspondence from the Education Authority (EA) confirming it will not participate in a forthcoming meeting around the controversial decision to close St. Mary’s High Sc...

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
From Killybegs to Ederney: Tamara hikes in memory of Grandad
Just over a year since the passing of her grandfather from Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), Ballinamallard native Tamara Guy has completed her second fundraising challenge in his memory, raising over £2,500 for charity.

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0100
Evie Bowles (100) : Fermanagh family pay tribute to beloved Granny
A beloved local figure who received more than 1,400 cards to mark her 100th birthday during the height of the coronavirus pandemic has passed away in her 101st year.

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 15:49:44 +0100
Fermanagh PSNI investigating theft of trailer
The PSNI are currently investigating the theft of a dump truck trailer in Fermanagh.

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Organ Donation Week: ‘We are honoured and heartened by how much Oisín still means to people’
Oisín McGrath would have celebrated his 20th birthday last Wednesday but while he is no longer alive, his legacy and memory are as strong as ever thanks to those who loved him.

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh walks/hikes: Crom
This week's walk of the week is around the beautiful Crom estate.

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Inspector moves to reassure Fermanagh public after a spate of incidents
FOLLOWING a number of serious assaults and anti-social behaviour around Fermanagh in recent weeks, police are reassuring the public they are working as effectively as they can to tackle the issues.

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Belcoo Pharmacy marks 20 years as health hub for rural community
The importance of a pharmacy to a rural community has been emphasised as Belcoo Pharmacy celebrates 20 years in business.

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Housing Executive manager retires after 42 years of service
Maguiresbridge native Oonagh McAvinney has retired as South West Area Manager with the Housing Executive after more than four decades of service.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 23:00:00 +0100
Dinky McFarlane: Family heartened by tributes to Enniskillen character
The daughter of the late Dinky McFarlane has paid tribute to her football loving father, a very popular "character" who was known for his humorous nature.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:48:50 +0100
Western Trust visiting: All hospitals move to 1-1-1 model
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) has announced that all of its Hospital sites are to move to the same ‘1-1-1’ visiting restrictions, (one visitor per patient for one hour, once a day), with effect from 00:01, on Monday Sep...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +0100
Tyrone star Niall Sludden receives hero’s welcome to St. Mary’s
Tyrone star Niall Sludden received a hero’s welcome as the All-Ireland winner returned to work at St. Mary’s Primary School in Newtownbutler on Monday morning.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100
FLive returns this autumn with compact programme of live and online arts events
The Fermanagh Live Arts Festival (FLive) returns this autumn with a weekend of online and in-person events from October 1-3.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 12:58:33 +0100
Video of assault in Enniskillen car park emerges on social media
Police are conducting enquiries into an assault which took place in Enniskillen earlier this month involving a number of students, and that was filmed by a bystander.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 12:38:11 +0100
James Balmer: Fermanagh sex abuse accused to face trial
The first person charged as part of the Fermanagh sexual abuse inquiry is to stand trial next year after pleading not guilty to all allegations.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Organ Donation Week: Murphy family ensures Ciarán’s legacy will endure
The life of Ciarán Murphy will be remembered once again when his family from across Fermanagh and beyond will take part in the Fermanagh Endurance Activity Race (FEARmanagh) taking place in and around Derrygonnelly this Saturday, September 25.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 09:28:51 +0100
Fermanagh County Museum: The Changing of a Nation exhibit opens
“The Changing of a Nation” exhibition was formally opened at Fermanagh County Museum, Enniskillen Castle, on Friday, 10 September 2021 by the Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor Errol Thompson.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Mannok named one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies 2021
Mannok has been named as one of Ireland’s Best Managed Companies at a virtual awards ceremony held on Wednesday, September 8.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Sperrin Mountains: Powerline plan sparks a number of concerns
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is to respond to a consultation in respect of the proposed installation of a heavy-duty power cable by NI Electricity Networks through the Sperrins, after the Department for Economy (DfE) advised of an intention t...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Dermott to release new single this week, with album on track for 2022
Omagh singer-songwriter Dermott Taggart, a familiar face on the Fermanagh gig scene, is releasing his new single 'Find it all' on September 24. Ahead of its launch, Dermott spoke to The Impartial Reporter about his life as a musician, what inspires h...

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Drumclay Court: Hope Enniskillen resident's pothole plight will end
Exasperated residents of Drumclay Court, Enniskillen are still waiting for the roads within their development to be completed, commenting that large potholes that have formed at the site are hazardous.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:03:44 +0100
Sainsbury's, Tesco and Aldi among supermarkets issuing food recalls
Food allergies and incorrect packaging are among the reasons behind a number of product recalls.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:59:57 +0100
Universal Credit: 'Disastrous' cuts will leave workers struggling to afford food
Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng admitting this week it could be a “very difficult winter” for some families.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:51:45 +0100
Mickey McPhillips: Memorial raises £10,000 for Fermanagh charities
On the weekend of August 13 to 15, the McPhillips family from Newtownbutler hosted a memorial event in memory of a much-loved son and brother, Michael, or Mickey as he was better known, who died by suicide in November 2020.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Jane and Summer win at Miss International competition
There was great success locally at the Miss International MSc 2021 competition as Enniskillen's Jane Farmer and Summer Cunningham from Fivemiletown were recognised with titles.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 15:40:34 +0100
Fermanagh man to stand trial on child sexual activity charges
A Lisnaskea man is to stand trial in relation to allegations around obtaining sexual gratification through activities with a child.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:02:35 +0100
Derry Girls creator give crushing blow over future of Channel 4 hit show
Lisa McGee didn’t rule out the possibility of the loveable characters returning in the future somehow.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 13:01:19 +0100
South West College: New interim Principal and Chief Executive appointed
The Governing Body of South West College has appointed Colin Lewis as interim principal and Chief Executive.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:25:24 +0100
Festival Lough Erne makes quite a splash
A WEEK-LONG programme of activities took place across the Erne water system as Festival Lough Erne returned for a sixth year last week.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:15:11 +0100
Tesco sends warning to Government over UK food shortages this Christmas
The Road Haulage Association has warned that there is a shortage of around 100,000 drivers.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 09:26:02 +0100
South West College Erne Campus: Walk in vaccine centre available today
THE demand for pop-up Covid-19 vaccination centres across the South West College (SWC) campuses is proving strong as a two-week student-focused vaccination programme continues.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's Impartial Reporter

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:10:03 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh Council voices opposition to proposed Integrated Care System
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Regeneration and Community Committee has voted to send a stern response opposing a Department of Health consultation around an Integrated Care System (ICS) Draft Framework.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:04:03 +0100
Fermanagh store secures win at prestigious retail awards
A local store has come out on top in the Independent Retailer of the Year category (1,201 sq ft – 3,000sq ft) at the 2021 Retail Industry Awards.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:19:09 +0100
£30m Erne Campus of South West College officially opened
The new £30million Erne Campus of South West College in Enniskillen was officially opened today, Wednesday by Economy Minister Gordon Lyons.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:40:47 +0100
Fermanagh in 1921: Australian trip prompts thoughts of Fermanagh
An Enniskillen and Fermanagh dispatch from Australia

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:37:55 +0100
Fermanagh in 1991: Derrykerrib’s past celebrated
ISLANDERS from Derrykerrib along the Fermanagh Border have been recalling the history of their area for publication.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:34:52 +0100
Fermanagh folk stand in solidarity with America
CLARE Molloy of Holy trinity Primary School is pictured carrying a dove of peace, with New York-born Mrs. Rose. McCaughey carrying the US flag – two people of different generations, yet united in peace by the horrors of the recent terrorist attacks...

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:52:41 +0100
Balmoral Show returns as NI Food hailed as 'best in the world'
Northern Ireland’s farming community is embracing carbon neutrality and producing the best food in the world, Stormont’s Agriculture Minister has said.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:05:08 +0100
Bike to School week: Enniskillen Model pupils gear up for event
Enniskillen Model School pupils Aaron Hannan and Mirna Hilal getting into gear ahead of the Bike to School week which will run next week from Bike to School Week, which runs from September 27 to October 1.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:48:06 +0100
Police in Fermanagh appealing for public's help to identify woman
Police in Fermanagh are seeking assistance from the public to help identify a woman who may be able to assist them with their enquiries.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 13:00:30 +0100
Fermanagh in days gone by
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:50:07 +0100
Northern Ireland High Street Voucher scheme: The key details
The long awaited high street voucher scheme will launch next week with members of the public being able to apply from next Monday.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:30:25 +0100
Jet2 issue 'URGENT' scam warning as UK's Covid travel restrictions ease
The airline is one of the most popular in the country and operates out of airports across the UK.



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