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Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:12:31 +0100
Fermanagh burglary: Police appealing for information
Police in Enniskillen are appealing for witnesses and information following a burglary that occurred on the Swanlinbar Road yesterday, Thursday June 30.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:50:00 +0100
Platinum Jubilee Fermanagh: Tempo PS pupils celebrate
AS PART of a last look back at how the community celebrated The Queen's Platinum Jubilee recently, pupils of Tempo Primary School were delighted to share how they enjoyed Her Majesty's remarkable milestone, as they took part in various Jubilee-relate...

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh students could benefit from Department's plans for qualifications
And so the Education Minister – who isn’t technically in office, as we have no Northern Ireland Assembly – has announced a “clear plan for qualifications in 2023”.

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 09:37:40 +0100
Fermanagh students tackle mental health head on with a dedicated Sport for Good schools programme
Hundreds of secondary school pupils across County Fermanagh are benefitting from a dedicated Mental Health Athlete Mentorship programme delivered by Lidl Northern Ireland as part of the retailer’s established ‘Sport for Good’ initiative which a...

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Thompson ends his Chair role ‘with deep sense of satisfaction’
The then outgoing Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council reflected on his term in office, telling members he was leaving the role with “a deep sense of satisfaction”.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:13:54 +0100
Lewis Keogh Memorial match: Fermanagh football teams come together
Footballing friends will come together on Saturday at Byrne Park, Lisnarick to play in the Lewis Keogh Memorial Match.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:58:32 +0100
Coronavirus: PHA encouraging boosters for those with weakened immune systems
THE Public Health Agency (PHA) are encouraging immunosuppressed individuals to come forward for their Covid-19 vaccination spring booster dose.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 10:17:08 +0100
Fermanagh resident at centre of suspected modern slavery arrest
A man arrested in Enniskillen on suspicion of a number of offences relating to an investigation into alleged modern slavery is understood to be a doctor, it has emerged.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 11:48:12 +0100
Willowbridge School's delight as the children celebrate in style
Enniskillen-based Willowbridge School joined in with the UK-wide celebrations of Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee recently.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 16:26:48 +0100
Fermanagh councillor calls on Boris Johnson to return G8 table
A Sinn Fein councillor is continuing his quest to have a table specially commissioned by former Prime Minister David Cameron for the 2013 G8 Summit “repatriated” to Fermanagh.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Community heroes celebrated at South West College event
South West College (SWC) recently hosted a special gourmet dining event to celebrate the contributions of 16 community heroes at its Erne Campus in Enniskillen.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:56:45 +0100
Popular Heinz products from Baked Beans to Ketchup missing from Tesco shelves
Here's why you won't find some popular Heinz products on Tesco's shelves right now.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:14:09 +0100
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday June 30
Here's some of the items you'll find in Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles from Thursday, June 30.

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:13:28 +0100
Love Island inspired beauty tips to sweat proof your make up from The Organic Pharmacy
Couple up with flawless skin with this summer with these expert tips for your holiday make up.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:41:47 +0100
Fermanagh man accused of fraud charges over dozens of alleged victims
A hearing took place at Enniskillen Magistrates Court on Monday for a Rosslea man who has been charged with 25 counts of fraud by false representations and two counts of theft.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 14:34:00 +0100
Western Trust Human Milk Bank Service is appealing for more donor mums
The Western Trust’s Human Milk Bank service based at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen is appealing for more donor mums to come forward and help to provide essential donor breast milk for babies in neonatal units in hospitals throughout Ir...

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 08:57:54 +0100
Driver involved in Fermanagh crash had no insurance
Police who responded to a road traffic collision discovered the driver of one of the cars had no insurance, a court has heard.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 11:12:29 +0100
SWC to host information day on creative industries scheme
An information day will be held in Enniskillen this week for a scheme which aims to broaden access to the creative industries in Northern Ireland.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:14:27 +0100
Memories: Fermanagh in Days gone by
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:17:36 +0100
Fermanagh in 1922: Specials accused of assaulting Catholics
The following account of incidents in the Trillick district is taken from the Dublin Herald, a Sinn Féin newspaper, will some one let us know the why and wherefore of these outrages.

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:21:00 +0100
Fermanagh in 1992: Impressive parade marks opening of new Legion hall
A major event in the history of the Royal British Legion in Enniskillen took place on Saturday afternoon when the Legion hall, reconstructed at a cost of around £140,000 was re-opened by the Earl of Erne (pictured right), the Lord Lieutenant of Co. ...

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 16:24:30 +0100
Fermanagh in 2002: Brazil fans dance the samba
While most Fermanagh football fans are ruing the premature departure of the Republic of Ireland and England from the World Cup, one Carrybridge family are dancing the Samba after Brazil's victory over Turkey in the semi-final.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:18:06 +0100
Western Trust steps in to take on Tyrone GP practices
The Department of Health has confirmed that the Western Health and Social Care Trust has agreed to take on the contract for the Dromore and Trillick GP Practice in Co. Tyrone.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:38:50 +0100
Driving ban and fine for Fermanagh learner driver
A driver of a BMW stopped by police in Bellanaleck was an unaccompanied L driver and had no L plates displayed.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:00:09 +0100
Man threatened ex-girlfriend she would go to jail if she did not resume relationship
A man who harassed his ex-girlfriend has been handed a prison sentence and a restraining order.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:47:36 +0100
Johnson’s plan to rip up NI Brexit deal clears first Commons test
Boris Johnson’s bid to effectively tear up parts of the Northern Ireland Protocol has cleared its first Commons hurdle, amid Tory warnings the plans are illegal.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Irvinestown PS: Blooming great show by young pupil gardeners
Irvinestown Primary School is delighted to have won the competition for the ‘Best School Garden Award’, awarded at the Fermanagh Gardening Society and Daffodil Show.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:12:08 +0100
Marks and Spencer releases 2022 summer women and men's occasionwear - Shop the range
Take on summer in style in Marks and Spencer's men's and women's collections perfect for any occasion.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:11:30 +0100
Universal Credit claimants face major '12 hour' rule change to keep receiving payments
The move comes as the UK reports high levels of job vacancies, which rose to a record 1.3 million unfilled roles in May.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:09:41 +0100
Cost of living: RAC accuses retailers of ignoring chance to lower petrol prices
The RAC claimed significant reductions in wholesale costs for petrol mean companies have a “clear opportunity” to stop raising pump prices

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 17:27:28 +0100
Fermanagh man kicked officer in the leg following arrest
A man has been convicted of disorderly behaviour following an incident with police in Enniskillen.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:43:47 +0100
Prison sentence for Fermanagh man who breached restraining order of ex-partner
A man who had a restraining order preventing him from contacting his former partner has been given a prison sentence for breaching the order.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:34:13 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh Council increasing patrols to tackle littering and dog fouling
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have stepped up resources to tackle littering and dog fouling in the district with an increase in the number of enforcement officers patrolling towns and villages.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0100
SWC Erne Campus Clerk of Works wins prestigious award
Declan Canning has been announced as the recipient of the Rex S. Reynolds Memorial Award for his work on South West College’s (SWC) Erne Campus development.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Gardening Society recognises young gardeners
Members of Fermanagh Gardening Society recently visited local schools to present new awards to young gardening enthusiasts.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council: Councillors take dim view of strategy not to give site lights
Campaigners in Belcoo who have been lobbying Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to have lighting installed in the Cottage Meadow have been handed a boost in their fight.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:21:00 +0100
Tributes following death of former Impartial Reporter director
Tributes have been paid to the late Caroline Gant, the former chairperson of the Joan Trimble Bursary Awards and a former director of The Impartial Reporter, who “believed intensely in supporting people”.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Tempo Vintage Day in Fermanagh proves to be great success
There was a great atmosphere at the recent Tempo Vintage Day event.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Healthcare in Fermanagh: Decision on Stroke Unit pushed back until 2023
THE decision on whether or not the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) would retain its Stroke Unit has been pushed back until 2023.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Devenish Island: Repair works completed at Fermanagh site
A programme of essential conservation repairs at the medieval monastic site of Devenish Island has now been completed, at a cost of £122,000.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Cost of living crisis:‘Enough is enough’ cry cost of living protestors
As the cost of living crisis continues, a protest was held in Enniskillen organised by the North West Anti-Poverty Action Group last Saturday.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Healthcare in Fermanagh: SWAH ‘poised to take advantage’ of any future health changes
As the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) celebrated its 10th anniversary the hospital’s Assistant Medical Director said they are “poised to take advantage of any changes in the future”.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
UUP MLA hopes his lecture will help to promote respect between communities
An Ulster Unionist MLA who gave a lecture at the Seán MacDiarmada Summer School in Kiltyclogher last weekend hopes that while offering a different perspective on history, that perspective will be respected.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen Model PS: Education minister officially opens new £7m school
Education Minister Michelle McIlveen officially opened the new £7 million Enniskillen Model Primary School on Wednesday, June 22.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Country singer Malcolm McDowell releases new single
Fermanagh Country singer Malcolm McDowell has just released a fantastic brand new single entitled 'I will stand by you'.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Plans for business expansion of Gourmet Bros in Enniskillen
Following the success of their pandemic project Gourmet Bros, the Cassidy Hospitality Group are expanding their portfolio to open a new retail store in Enniskillen town centre in the coming months.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0100
Tributes following the death of Fermanagh woman Beanie, 'a true Enniskillener'
A TRUE Enniskillener, a colourful character and a late local legend has been fondly remembered by her loving family.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 18:40:20 +0100
Denzil McDaniel: There are many different strands of Protestant culture, whatever the heck that means
My old editor Mervyn Dane used to describe Protestants as being a bit like Heinz …..there’s 57 varieties of us, he’d say with a grin.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:51:05 +0100
Tyrone road closed due to discovery of suspicious object
The discovery of a suspicious object in Omagh has led to the closure of a road in the town.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:18:00 +0100
‘Violent offenders’ refused bail following an alleged assault
Two men accused of allegedly assaulting another man have been refused bail and remanded in custody.



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