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Mon, 14 Feb 2022 19:24:19 +0000
Coronavirus: Northern Ireland removes Covid-19 rules
All remaining Covid-19 legal restrictions in Northern Ireland are to be lifted and replaced by guidance from February 15, the Health Minister has said.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 19:13:52 +0000
Road closed in both directions following crash In Dromore
The Drumlish Road, Dromore is currently closed in both directions following a crash this evening.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 17:40:30 +0000
Appeal for information on Enniskillen thefts on tonight's episode of Crime NI
In tonight's episode of Crime NI, which airs on BBC One NI at 10.35pm, police are appealing for information on thefts at two businesses in Enniskillen.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh acts to join Sister Sledge at Stendhal festival
Two Fermanagh acts will be joining R&B legends, Sister Sledge this summer at Stendhal as organisers announce a first set of performers for this year’s festival.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:38:14 +0000
Tyrone rape accused returned to custody after police find partially clothed woman in his bedroom
A County Tyrone man “considered a danger to females”, who is awaiting trial for raping a woman he met through a dating website, has been returned to custody after breaching bail terms.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:54:57 +0000
Farmers advised to consider proposed significant changes to the future of Agriculture
Fermanagh South Tyrone MLA Rosemary Barton is calling for all of those involved in agriculture to consider the impact of a range of future agricultural policy proposals and to have their say before it's too late – with the clock almost running out ...

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:08:05 +0000
Alleged Enniskillen theft: PSNI seek to identify individuals
Police in Fermanagh are calling on the general public to help them identify two individuals in relation to an alleged theft at a commercial premises in Enniskillen.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Aontú deputy leader enters Fermanagh South Tyrone election race
A candidate for Aontú will be entering the race for a Fermanagh South Tyrone Assembly seat.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:46:27 +0000
Public urged to be wary of online fraudsters this Valentine's Day
The Police Service of Northern Ireland has chosen Valentine’s Day to kick-start a campaign that, over the coming weeks, will ask local people to be on their guard against heartless scammers.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:22:00 +0000
Storms Dudley and Eunice expected to hit Fermanagh
Fermanagh residents should be aware of strong winds as two storms are due to hit Northern Ireland later this week.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
The Princess and the poteen – recalling Elizabeth’s memorable visit to Fermanagh
As The Queen's Jubilee approaches, local historian Charlie Warmington looks back at Her Majesty's visit to Enniskillen in 1946, when the then young Princess Elizabeth's arrival created great excitement in the town.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Queen's accession to the throne marked in Enniskillen
The anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the throne was marked in Enniskillen last Friday morning with a special tree planting.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Final phase of St. Macartin's Cathedral renovation commences
The first phase of the major restoration work on St Macartin’s Cathedral has just been completed, and now preparations for the redecoration of the inside of the cathedral have started, that will see the building’s interior refreshed.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:06:26 +0000
How much Universal Credit will I get? April pay rise amounts in full
Here is how much Universal Credit payments will rise in April 2022.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 11:54:29 +0000
BBC Peaky Blinders season 6 to premiere on 'February 27'
It comes after fans of the show pleaded for a release date as the new trailer aired on BBC One.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:40:07 +0000
The Range reveals new outdoor living collection for Spring with hot tubs and egg chairs
The Range has launched a new outdoor living collection including popular hot tubs and egg chairs. Shop the best deals.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 17:02:37 +0000
Burglary at property in Fermanagh
Police are appealing for information regarding a burglary at a property within the vicinity of Dublin Road, Enniskillen.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh Islanders aiming for cot racing success
A father, with the help of his daughter, and a group of men are in the middle of constructing a Lough Erne cot in the hope of winning the annual cot races held on the lough.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh South Tyrone election: Greens back Kellie Turtle
Another candidate hoping to draw local support has thrown their hat into the ring for the upcoming 2022 Assembly elections.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh activist Dylan Quinn calls on people to use vote
Stormont is continuing its work despite having no First Minister or Deputy First Minister in place – however, the clock is ticking on some Bills which may not be passed before the end of this mandate, including two Bills proposed by Fermanagh South...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Over £7,000 donated to Air Ambulance NI from Enniskillen tractor run
A sum of £7,240 was donated to Air Ambulance NI recently, proceeds of the tractor run in Enniskillen which was held just before Christmas 2021.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh Anti-fracking groups welcome Minister’s move on fracking ban
During the debate on the Onshore Fracking (Prohibition) Bill Second Stage at Stormont on Tuesday night, the Economy Minister told the Assembly that his preferred policy option on fracking would be a moratorium on all forms of exploration and extracti...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Suspended sentence for disorderly Enniskillen man
A man who refused to let police officers search him for drugs has been given a suspended sentence.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh native speaks about life in Qatar
Fermanagh native Eimer Maguire is currently living in Doha, Qatar. Moving to the Middle East was Eimer's first move away from home after finishing university in Belfast – which she says is a "big change from driving down the road every Friday!"

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
GP crisis in Fermanagh deepens as under-pressure practice to lose two more doctors
A meeting between local politicians and representatives from Maple Health Centre in Lisnaskea revealed that two doctors have left the practice since August, with another two due to leave this year.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh GP services 'crying out' for investment MLA tells Health Minister
Fermanagh and South Tyrone is "crying out for investment" a local MLA has told a Stormont debate on the the issue of GP services.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh forester and team to walk 100,000 steps in 24 hours for charity
A number of Northern Ireland Forest Service employees are taking on the Olympian Sandals challenge, aiming to walk 100,000 steps in less than 24 hours to raise vital funds for children with the eye disease trachoma.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
The wedding of John and Julie Carney
After 18 years together, John Carney married Julie Murphy on October 29, 2021 at Enniskillen Castle, surrounded by their family and close friends. Following the ceremony, the couple held their wedding reception at The Coach Inn, Omagh.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Family pay tribute to late Fermanagh musician Sean Maguire
The family of the late multi-talented Fermanagh musician Sean Maguire have paid tribute to a loving husband, father and grandfather who had a strong community focus and "lived for music".

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Work well under way for new extension at Fermanagh primary school
Construction of the new £6 million extension for Enniskillen Integrated Primary School is well underway with the completion of the building's steel frame.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Sports funding available from the Fermanagh Recreational Trust
The Fermanagh Recreational Trust continues to support the County’s sporting talent and is currently open for applications to support local individuals and sporting clubs. The fund supports the organisation, development and funding of sporting activ...

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
When do the clocks go forward UK? Exact date clocks change in 2022
Here is everything you need to know about the UK clock changes in 2022.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Cheaper energy bills: Which? reveals how to save more than £3,000
Further pressure has been piled on families after Ofgem announced a 54% increase in the energy price cap last week. 

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
IKEA, Aldi Tesco and more issue 'do not eat' warning amid health concerns - full list
IKEA, Aldi Tesco are among supermarkets and retailers sharing 'do not eat' warnings with customers amid health concerns - see the full list.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:00:00 +0000
Joan Trimble Bursary Awards are open for application
The Joan Trimble Bursary Awards are open for application. Administered by The Fermanagh Trust, the bursary scheme was set up in 2002 in memory of the Enniskillen-born musician and composer. Established by her family, the Awards recognise Joan’s lif...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:26:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh Council wants to lead charge SWAH against neo-natal crisis
A proposal for Fermanagh and Omagh Council to lead the charge against the neonatal crisis at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) has passed unanimously.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:50:00 +0000
Denzil McDaniel: Will everybody get what nobody wants as a year of political crisis unfolds?
The old saying “by your friends ye shall know them” may not be an exact truism, but it’s accurate enough to be significant when looking at the line-up of allies backing the DUP decision to collapse the office of First Minister over the Northern...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:31:00 +0000
Night of traditional Lithuanian food and music at Mahon's Hotel
Fermanagh is the home of many Lithuanian natives, and on Friday, February 18, Mahon’s Hotel in Irvinestown is welcoming Lithuanian natives, relations and people who have a keen interest in immersing themselves in new cultures to an evening of wonde...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
29 birds killed in Fermanagh bird flu outbreak
Two geese have died in Fermanagh as a result of contracting avian flu and a further 27 birds have been culled as a result of the outbreak.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:04:00 +0000
New Rector instituted to Parish of Lisbellaw with Coolbuck in Clogher Diocese
A new Rector of the Parish of Lisbellaw with Coolbuck has been instituted at a special service in Lisbellaw Parish Church led by the Bishop of Clogher, the Right Revd Dr Ian Ellis.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:51:00 +0000
Rev. Lindsay Farrell instituted as rector
The Rev. Lindsey Farrell has been instituted as rector of the grouped parishes of Maguiresbridge and Derrybrusk in Clogher Diocese at a recent service.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Call for new investigation into killing of Michael Leonard 'no further on'
A response to a request to the Minister for Justice, Naomi Long, to increase Police Ombudsman resources for Legacy investigations, but particularly around the 1973 shooting of Michael Leonard, has revealed additional funding has been granted for such...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:32:36 +0000
Swann seeks ministers’ input over Covid relaxations after legal advice
Health Minister Robin Swann has written to other Stormont ministers asking for their input before he makes any decisions on easing remaining Covid restrictions in Northern Ireland.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh theatre group EADS back with some suite comedy at the Ardhowen
Enniskillen Amateur Dramatic Society (EADS) returns to the stage with Neil Simon’s ‘Plaza Suite’ at the Ardhowen Theatre, running from February 17 to 19.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Driving ban for Kinawley man who went to collect his friends who were ‘stuck for a lift’
A man who went to collect friends who were stuck for a lift has been convicted of driving with excess alcohol in his breath.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Suspended sentence for thief who stole alcohol from ASDA
A man barred from ASDA but who stole vodka and whiskey from the store has been handed a suspended prison sentence.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh woman grateful for quick action of NHS following shock cancer diagnosis
A FERMANAGH woman is praising the quick action of the NHS and support of local charities following her shocking cancer diagnosis early last year.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 18:54:00 +0000
Netflix to axe 40 films and TV shows from March 1 - see the full list
Full list of content being scrapped by Netflix in March including TV shows, Netflix originals and films. 

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
EE customers warned as glitch appears to add thousands to bills
A problem has arisen with a number of users of EE's services.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000
PIMS disease: Covid-linked illness affecting children - full list of symptoms
Paediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome (PIMS) is a new condition which is affecting children weeks after becoming infected with coronavirus.



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