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Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Death in Fermanagh: Jimmy Dundas remembered by Joe Mahon
Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fine for Fermanagh man who “voluntarily handed over” bag with cocaine and cannabis
A man found in possession of cocaine and cannabis was warned that any further offending will not be dealt with by way of a monetary penalty.
Thu, 28 Apr 2022 08:43:44 +0100USC: Former B-Specials attend Fermanagh book launch
Over 150 people attended the launch of a new book on the Co. Fermanagh B-Specials at St. Macartin’s Cathedral Hall in Enniskillen on April 8.
Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:24:37 +0100New stamps released to pay tribute to women's work in World War II - How to buy
The stamps feature women across a range of roles during the Second World War.
Thu, 28 Apr 2022 09:11:05 +0100New junior church football tournament in Ballinamallard
A junior church football tournament is kicking off in Ballinamallard next week and teams of young people from all faiths in Fermanagh are being encouraged to enter.
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 20:00:00 +0100VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 17:06:33 +0100PSNI issue warning after Fermanagh woman scammed
Fermanagh PSNI have issued a warning after a local woman was scammed out of £400 while selling a phone online.
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100PSNI and others respond to Fermanagh Motion seeking review of deaths
A number of agencies and authorities including the PSNI have responded to a Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Motion (see panel) calling for an independent review into all deaths in which domestic violence may have been a factor, particularly thos...
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:25:11 +0100Tesco announces change to Tesco Clubcard scheme affecting customers across the UK
Tesco unveiled the planned changes ahead of a shake-up to the scheme expected over the coming months.
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:53:24 +0100Fermanagh in days of old
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:54:57 +0100Fermanagh in 1992: John’s award for ‘Good Grocer’
A FERMANAGH store, celebrating 21 years in the grocery trade this month, last week collected a leading accolade.
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:59:43 +0100Fermanagh in 2002: Marathon men step up to help girl
FOUR men will take on the challenge of the Belfast Marathon on the May Bank Holiday Monday to raise money to help a four-year-old girl suffering from Rett Syndrome.
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:01:41 +0100World Bath Bomb Day: 8 bath bombs to celebrate from Lush, Claire's and The Body Shop
It's World Bath Bomb Day! There's only one way that we can think to celebrate...
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 16:46:38 +0100Fermanagh and Omagh Council secures successful prosecution for dog attacks
A dog owner was successfully prosecuted at Omagh Magistrates Court on Monday, April 25, 2022 for allowing his two Akita dogs to attack another dog and livestock.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:05:00 +0100Western Trust cites pre-election sensitivity as it cancels Council meeting
The Western Health and Social Care Trust has pulled out of a scheduled Council meeting later this month, citing “pre-election sensitivity”.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:33:16 +0100Fermanagh drunk driver 'stumbled' out of his van
A drunk driver who was followed home by police was over twice the legal limit, a court has heard.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Tom Elliott: Northern Ireland Protocol claimed to be a ‘political trap’
Ulster Unionist Assembly election candidate Tom Elliott has called on the Republic's government to act on issues surrounding the Northern Ireland Protocol.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100Fermanagh Tottenhams exhibition opens at Enniskillen Castle
An exhibition focusing on one of Fermanagh's most distinguished families, the Tottenhams of Ely Lodge, has opened at Enniskillen Castle, hosted by Fermanagh County Museum in partnership with Fermanagh Genealogy Centre (FGC).
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100Enniskillen: Marking Fermanagh town’s history with art
New ceramic panels depicting old names and imagery of streets and areas of Enniskillen from times gone by are currently being installed across the island town.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100Assembly Elections 2022: Adam Gannon, SDLP
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...
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:04:32 +0100Millions of UK holidaymakers could see summer holiday cancelled amid passport backlog
As many as five million holidaymakers are said to have delayed renewing their passport during the coronavirus pandemic.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Assembly Elections 2022: Jemma Dolan, Sinn Fein
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...
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:14:08 +0100Uninsured driver was heading to accept job offer
A man who was travelling to a prospective job offer when stopped by police was a provisional driver with no insurance, a court has heard.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 17:00:00 +0100Easter in Fermanagh: Florence Court National Trust nature trail
THIS Easter, the National Trust hosted Easter-themed nature trails at each of its Fermanagh sites: Castle Coole, Crom and Florence Court.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100Actress speaks out on her and Matthew Broderick's car accident
Hollywood actress Jennifer Grey has revealed that she still thinks about the 1987 Fermanagh car crash that claimed the lives of two women outside Enniskillen.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0100Children's ward manager at SWAH in Fermanagh retires
After a nursing career spanning 40 years, 33 of which has been in the Children’s Ward at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), Irene Kettyle has retired from a job she believes she was “born to do”.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:31:54 +0100Man in Enniskillen received cut wounds during alleged assault
A man was arrested in Enniskillen following an incident last Wednesday in which another man allegedly received cut wounds.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Assembly Election: Donal O'Cofaigh, CCLA
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...
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Two Fermanagh projects shortlisted for RICS awards
THE new Erne Campus, of South West College (SWC), and Necarne Castle, have been shortlisted for the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) Awards 2022.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100Party calls for teachers to receive mandatory autism training
An Alliance Assembly candidate in Fermanagh and South Tyrone has called on mandatory autism training for teachers to ensure all students receive the support they need.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100‘The language of Republicanism must be the language of sovereignty’, gathering hears
The Sean MacDiarmada Society Fermanagh held its Annual Easter Commemoration at the Derrylin graveside of Jim Murphy on the 48th anniversary of his killing.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100Country musician set to bring entertaining show to Ardhowen
Pettigo musician Paul Kelly will be joined by a number of friends from across the local music scene for an entertaining show at the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen next Thursday, April 28.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:52:51 +0100Asda slashes prices and lifts pay in £73m investment plan
Asda slashes prices and increases pay in £73m investment plan. Read more:
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:05:00 +0100Council backs move to support Fermanagh tourism recruitment
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has backed a Motion for the instigation of measures to alleviate staff recruitment difficulties in the Hospitality and Tourism sector, given its importance to the local economy.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100‘Regional rebalance’ is a big part of our party manifesto – Eastwood
Underinvestment in the west of Northern Ireland is a big part of the SDLP’s manifesto and the party will look at “rebalancing” the regional economy, the party leader, Colum Eastwood has said.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Well-known local police officer appointed Deputy Lieutenant of Tyrone
A local police officer and community volunteer has described his appointment as Deputy Lieutenant of Co. Tyrone as a “fantastic honour”.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh community activist to host election hustings event
A Fermanagh community activist will host a hustings event ahead of the Assembly election.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100‘Irish Unity benefits all of our people,’ Áine Murphy tells Donagh gathering at commemoration
In her speech at the Easter Commemoration in Donagh, Sinn Féin Assembly candidate Áine Murphy told those in attendance the “division of this island has held back our true potential for far too long”.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100New Rector is welcomed to the Grouped Parishes of Garrison
The Grouped Parishes of Garrison, Slavin, Belleek and Kiltyclogher in Clogher Diocese welcomed their new Rector, the Rev. Rebecca Guildea, at the Service of Institution on Thursday April 7.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Holy Trinity PS: 'Food for thought' at Fermanagh school
The Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor Errol Thompson, recently visited Holy Trinity Primary School, Enniskillen to view its very successful School’s Food Project, that was set up through funding provided by the Council.
Sun, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Assembly Elections 2022: Rosemary Barton, 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, 24 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh Choral Society: Concert delights at church
On the evening of Palm Sunday, great numbers of people came out to enjoy an evening of music as Fermanagh Choral Society performed ‘A Requiem for All’ at St. Michael’s Church in Enniskillen.
Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Tributes to Fermanagh boater following tragic death
There was shock and sadness across the boating community in Fermanagh this week following the tragic death of one of its most esteemed members.
Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Easter in Fermanagh: Fun at Forthill Park
After a changeable Easter weekend, the sun shone brightly on Easter Monday, encouraging hundreds of people to come out and enjoy the eggs-citing festivities at Forthill Park in Enniskillen as the annual Easter Monday Picnic in the Park returned after...
Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Injured Enniskillen woman taken to hospital in car after being told no ambulances available
A woman who was badly injured in a fall and had broken her ankle had to be brought to A&E in a car after being told it would be several hours before an ambulance was available.
Sat, 23 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100Assembly Elections 2022: Deborah Erskine, DUP
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, 22 Apr 2022 16:52:00 +0100Fermanagh Easter Commemoration: Councillor questions what has been gained
At the Robert Emmet 1916 Society, Lisnaskea commemoration on Easter Sunday in Rosslea, Independent Councillor Eamon Keenan questioned what has been gained by the Good Friday Agreement and the Peace Process.
Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100Denzil McDaniel: The culture of lies is leaving democracy in a dangerous place
Don’t you just hanker for those heady fun days, about three or four short years ago, when the TV news channels went live most afternoon and evenings to the latest shenanigans at the House of Commons as Theresa May tried to get her Brexit withdrawal...
Fri, 22 Apr 2022 15:31:39 +0100Fermanagh and Omagh council services may be disrupted with strike action
There may be some disruption to public services across Fermanagh next week as trade union Unite has served notice on Fermanagh and Omagh District Council that they will be striking.
Fri, 22 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +0100Western Trust says no 'imminent threat' to SWAH
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) has denied reports that the Emergency Department (ED) or General Surgical Service at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) is under threat of closing.