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Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Assembly race heats up with two more candidates
With only three weeks left until voters head to polling stations for Fermanagh and South Tyrone, the final list of candidates for the constituency is now available – with 16 candidates now in the running for the area.

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Jones Memorial: NI Hospice supported by Alice in Wonderland Trail
THE grounds of Jones Memorial Primary School in Enniskillen were recently transformed into a magical Wonderland as the school hosted a fantastical Alice in Wonderland Trail, raising more than £1,100 for the Northern Ireland (NI) Hospice in the proce...

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Assembly Elections 2022: Tom Elliott, UUP
WITH parties and individuals now jockeying for political position as Northern Ireland prepares to hold Assembly elections soon, there’s a lot to consider for an electorate keen to have their voices heard, but perhaps a little uncertain of where the...

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Assembly Election 2022: Colm Gildernew, Sinn Féin
WITH parties and individuals now jockeying for political position as Northern Ireland prepares to hold Assembly elections soon, there’s a lot to consider for an electorate keen to have their voices heard, but perhaps a little uncertain of where the...

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
ARC Healthy Living Centre in Irvinestown receives funding
The ARC Healthy Living Centre in Irvinestown has recently been awarded €9,000 of funding a year for three years from safefood, which will go towards supporting low-income families in the local community, particularly during the current cost of livi...

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Assembly Election 2022: Emma DeSouza, Independent
WITH parties and individuals now jockeying for political position as Northern Ireland prepares to hold Assembly elections soon, there’s a lot to consider for an electorate keen to have their voices heard, but perhaps a little uncertain of where the...

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Other Northern Ireland councils back call for Covid deaths inquiry
Two other councils have joined the call for an independent public inquiry into Covid-19 deaths in care homes which was initiated by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, passing by majority last year.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh PSNI working to prevent child sexual exploitation
Six children in the local area are at risk of child sexual exploitation (CSE), according to recent figures released by the PSNI.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Laytha: Fermanagh band release new single ahead of debut album
Fermanagh Indie-Folk duo Laytha have released their latest single, ‘Wavey Gamey’ (inset right), ahead of the launch of their debut album on April 22.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Assembly Election 2022: Kellie Turtle, Green Party
WITH parties and individuals now jockeying for political position as Northern Ireland prepares to hold Assembly elections soon, there’s a lot to consider for an electorate keen to have their voices heard, but perhaps a little uncertain of where the...

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Lough Erne swim raises funds for Enniskillen and Carrybridge RNLI
Carrybridge and Enniskillen RNLI were delighted to receive a donation of £1,500 from adventure activity provider Blue Green Yonder following a charity swim around Castle Island in Enniskillen.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 15:57:40 +0100
Easter movies on Netflix to watch this weekend 
WHETHER you are looking for a family friendly animation or something more religious, there are plenty of Easter movies to watch this weekend on Netflix.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 15:56:26 +0100
Covid: NHS guidance to regain your sense of taste and smell after coronavirus
Recovery from the coronavirus, responsible for the global pandemic, can often take weeks or even months.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:27:00 +0100
Denzil McDaniel: The real curse and power of darkness is the one that’s holding us back from a brighter future
Northern Ireland is a happy and hospitable place apparently; but according to some, Simon Coveney and his southern ilk aren’t welcome here.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:33:17 +0100
Enniskillen man convicted of drink driving after contest over recent change in law
A defence solicitor, representing a young man charged with driving with excess alcohol in his breath, argued that a change in the law some weeks before he was caught denied him the right to avail of other options that may have seen him come under the...

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 14:05:00 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh councillor expresses apparent disdain for media
An Ulster Unionist councillor has expressed what appeared to be disdain for the media, contending he “wouldn’t like to be dependent on it for information [and] wouldn’t like to depend on any form of Press”.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:35:45 +0100
‘Flagrant breach’ of the driving laws results in ban
A man who on three separate occasions was using a motor vehicle with no insurance has been disqualified from driving.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:02:35 +0100
Enniskillen pub crowned best in county in National Pub & Bar Awards
One Fermanagh pub has made it on the list of nearly 100 winners across the United Kingdom as it was named the best in the county.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Ardhowen: Enniskillen theatre to close for upgrade
The Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen will close next spring/summer to benefit from a full refurbishment at an estimated cost of £7.14 million, Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has confirmed to The Impartial Reporter.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Cost of living crisis: Fermanagh food banks see clients increase
With the cost of living rising in Northern Ireland, impacted by the surge in fuel prices and increase in cost of food, local food banks in the Fermanagh area are experiencing an influx of clients.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Joy in Enniskillen as St. Macartin’s Cathedral holds service
THERE was great jubilation in Enniskillen last Sunday morning as St. Macartin’s Cathedral marked Palm Sunday with a procession from the Cathedral Hall to the Cathedral.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Assembly Election 2022: Alex Elliott, TUV - No Sea Border
WITH parties and individuals now jockeying for political position as Northern Ireland prepares to hold Assembly elections soon, there’s a lot to consider for an electorate keen to have their voices heard, but perhaps a little uncertain of where the...

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:13:00 +0100
Some supplements might help Fermanagh people recovering from Covid-19
The Omicron variant of Covid-19 may be less severe than earlier variants, but it is much more contagious, and is circulating rapidly among us.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 09:42:09 +0100
Stay Safe this Easter – Your Health and Care Services
With Easter period approaching, the public are being reminded of the different healthcare services available in Northern Ireland - and how to access them.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:50:00 +0100
Tributes paid to late footballer, Ciaran McBride
Tributes have been paid to talented Irvinestown footballer, Ciaran McBride, who has passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:45:09 +0100
Legal bid to dismiss case against bomb accused refused
A legal bid to dismiss a case against a man charged with making a bomb that was planted under a police officer's vehicle was refused on Tuesday.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:57:23 +0100
More vandalism of Enniskillen town centre trees
There has been further annoyance as a second tree planted as part of the Enniskillen Public Realm works scheme has now been vandalised and destroyed.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:03:02 +0100
Lonely Planet: Fermanagh pub named one of best in Ireland
Enniskillen’s Blakes of the Hollow has recently been named by Lonely Planet as one of the 20 best pubs on the island of Ireland for “pints, music and the time of your life”.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:15:00 +0100
Fermanagh farmer fined for water pollution offences that caused a fish kill
A County Fermanagh farmer was convicted today at Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court for water pollution offences that caused a fish kill.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:02:14 +0100
Fermanagh publican welcomes changes to the Easter licensing laws
The change to licensing laws will be welcomed by some across Fermanagh this weekend as the previous Easter opening hours have now been abolished.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Murder She Wrote interactive play at Fermanagh's Ardhowen
The Ardhowen has a fantastic programme of entertainment and workshops lined up for the coming weeks.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:50:27 +0100
Ciarán McMenamin: Hope Street to return for series two
Police drama 'Hope Street' starring Fermanagh actor Ciarán McMenamin has been recommissioned for another series featuring 10 episodes by BBC Daytime, BBC Northern Ireland and BritBox International.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Easter activities and events in Fermanagh
There are plenty of eggs-citing activities planned for this Easter across Fermanagh.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:25:05 +0100
NOW Group graduates’ delight plain to see at their ceremony
The NOW Group has celebrated the graduation of more than 200 young adult participants from its range of bespoke academies at a ceremony held on Tuesday, March 29, at City Hall, Belfast.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:48:13 +0100
Northern Ireland's most popular baby names in 2021 revealed
Jack and Grace were the most popular first names given to babies in Northern Ireland, for births registered in 2021.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 10:21:40 +0100
Lunchtime recital was a hit with organ music lovers
St. Michael’s Church organ hit all the right notes as part of a series of free lunchtime recitals celebrating 10 years of the Northern Ireland International Organ Competition (NIIOC) last Tuesday, April 5.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:52:25 +0100
New PS5 stock at Game today - how to get yours
The new PS5s are released today, with a range of bundles available.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:52:48 +0100
Healthier Easter eggs to enjoy from Tesco and Aldi
Healthier chocolate eggs to enjoy this Easter from Tesco and Aldi. Read more:

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:53:34 +0100
Fermanagh in 2002: Principal takes up new role
THE NEW principal of St. Paul’s Primary School in Irvinestown, Mrs. Shauna Cathcart, who lives in Enniskillen, takes up her appointment after the Easter holidays.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:52:08 +0100
Fermanagh in 1992: Health Board says YES- Erne gets the vote
THE ERNE Hospital, Enniskillen, will be the site of a new upgraded maternity unit for the Fermanagh and Omagh area.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:47:35 +0100
Fermanagh in days gone by
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:59:37 +0100
Enniskillen works: New public art projects currently being installed
New Public Art projects, supported by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council and Enniskillen BID, are currently being installed all over the town of Enniskillen and are part of the wider Enniskillen Public Realm project.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 19:51:47 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's Impartial Reporter

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:21:55 +0100
Hepatitis outbreak warning issued to parents in the UK - full list of symptoms
The UKHSA said that it is investigating a “number” of possible causes behind the spike in cases.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:14:17 +0100
Student loan interest rates set to increase to 12%
Student loan interest rates set to skyrocket from 4.5% to 12% this year. Read more:

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:06:54 +0100
Covid: Omicron sub-variants being monitored by WHO after detection in UK
The news follows Boris Johnson’s warning that it would be “irresponsible” to rule out further lockdowns if more deadly coronavirus variants emerge.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:07:25 +0100
Pugs and French Bulldogs could be banned in UK amid calls for crackdown on breeders
Calls for action could see laws drawn up which will have a huge impact on the availability of such breeds in the UK.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 08:16:50 +0100
Boris Johnson fixed penalty notice paid with “full apology”
The Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said he has paid the fixed penalty notice relating to a gathering in the Cabinet Room.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:08:07 +0100
Last day to post with Royal Mail for Easter delivery
Royal Mail last day to post for guaranteed Easter delivery. Read more:

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:08:37 +0100
Third of GPs to quit within 5 years, according to new study
Many GPs are either set to quit or retire within the next five years



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