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Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:32:00 +0100Prison sentence for Fermanagh man who attempted to gouge police officer
A man has been convicted of assaulting two police officers and disorderly behaviour following an incident in Lisnaskea in May.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 12:18:44 +0100Police in Enniskillen investigating criminal damage to property
Police in Enniskillen are appealing for information regarding criminal damage in Enniskillen over the weekend.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 10:11:48 +0100Enniskillen man, 18, bit officer's thumb during arrest
A man who bit an officer's thumb twice during an incident has been given a prison sentence.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0100Poet Kate Ennals to judge Allingham Poetry Competition
Prize-winning poet Kate Ennals will judge the entries in the 2022 Allingham Poetry Competition. The competition is open now through to September 16.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:33:00 +0100Balcas employees celebrate 30 years of service at Fermanagh company
Wednesday, July 27 marked a special day in Balcas, where not just one colleague celebrated their 30th work anniversary with Balcas – but three!
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:13:00 +0100Fermanagh families enjoy Forum fun day hosted by SGN Natural Gas
There were plenty of smiles as local families enjoyed a range of activities at the 'Summer Daze' fun day organised by SGN Natural Gas and hosted at the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum, Enniskillen on Saturday, July 23.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100South West College set to host global sustainability leaders
South West College (SWC) has announced that it will host delegates from 26 countries as part of an International Passive House Association (iPHA) camp taking place at its Erne Campus in Enniskillen from Monday, September 26 to Friday, September 30.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 12:35:06 +0100Martin Lewis issues 'desperate' warning with energy bills set to hit £4,200
Ofgem is set to put the price cap at £4,266 for the average household in the three months from the beginning of January.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 17:06:54 +0100Disqualified Fermanagh driver warned he will go to prison if found behind the wheel of a car again
Police on mobile patrol at Lisnaskea stopped a car being driven by an uninsured and disqualified driver, a court has heard.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:03:38 +0100Trial for Enniskillen man who denies perverting justice by false rape claim
An Enniskillen man is to stand trial on a charge of perverting the course of justice after allegedly falsely claiming to have been raped.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:08:00 +0100SEFF's community allotments open day in Fermanagh
The wet weather didn’t put a dampener on (South East Fermanagh Foundation) SEFF’s community allotments open day as more than 150 people came out to enjoy the demonstrations and displays at the event hosted on Saturday, July 23 at the allotment on...
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh company Balcas celebrating 60 years with charity fundraisers
This month, August, heralds the beginning of a yearlong celebration of ‘Balcas at 60’.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 09:31:32 +0100Cost of living crisis: Iceland is giving £30 vouchers away to pensioners
Iceland has announced it will be giving pensioners a £30 voucher to help assist with the rising cost of living.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Councillor warns that mental health services ‘delays or inaction will cost lives’
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is ramping up action around ongoing issues of service provision in the Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust), particularly in respect of mental health support for both adults and young people.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Great fun had by all at Forthill Park picnic
SOME light rain failed to dampen the spirits of those who attended the ‘Hats off to the Forthill’ event last Friday (July 29), as many enjoyed an afternoon of fun at the picturesque park in the heart of Enniskillen.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Councillors divided over PSNI not charging private companies for escorting explosives
A voting pattern at Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has shown the Ulster Unionist Party diverged on some issues around the controversial PSNI move not to charge private companies for the escorting of explosives.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh and Omagh: Coroner's opinion sought on multiple deaths after care home closure
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are to continue to seek answers and accountability around serious concerns over the closure of the Valley Nursing Home.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Councillors open Book of Condolence for late Lord David Trimble
A Book of Condolence has been opened by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council following the death of Lord David Trimble, former leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Award gardens lauded as a ‘blooming success’
Irvinestown Fairs and Markets Trustees organised ‘Irvinestown Best Kept Garden Awards’ this year in conjunction with the Lady of the Lake Festival to recognise and celebrate residents who take pride in their gardens and outside spaces.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh kids' mental health boosted by cross-community fun
A recent summer scheme organised by a local teacher has been hailed a success, with the scheme, organised by Adrian McGurn, focusing primarily on physical health, mental health and wellbeing.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh County Show: Simply magnificent display of flowers, fruit and vegetables
The weather conditions in Fermanagh were obviously ideal for growing flowers, fruit and vegetables as there was a magnificent display at Fermanagh County Show this week.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 13:03:00 +0100Fermanagh County Show: £2,250 prize money in suckler and heifer championships awarded
The eagerly awaiedt result from Fermanagh County Show yesterday (Wednesday) was from the inaugural Suckler Cow Classic and Breeding Heifer Derby.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh County Show Foodhall stands and delivers top quality fayre
A vast array of local produce and homemade goods were on offer at the Fermanagh County Show Food Hall, with producers from across the district and beyond tempting visitors with their goods as they perused the stands.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100PSNI not told of drug use incident at Roscor Youth Village by Extern or WHSCT
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) has confirmed it was “satisfied” with Extern’s handling of an incident at Roscor Youth Village in which a number of servi1ce-users were caught taking drugs, despite this not being reporte...
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Family come to Fermanagh to scatter parents’ ashes on Lough Erne
It is not always possible to fulfil the wishes of those who passed away, but one family were able to do this, with far flung family crossing the world to come to Fermanagh to complete their late parents’ wishes.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Fermanagh man's shock as up to 100 tyres dumped at forestry sites
A man and his wife were left shocked and disappointed while out walking their dog in a forest not far from their home when they came across up to 100 tyres dumped across two sites last Sunday.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Free fitness challenge at Castle Coole
As part of its ‘come out and play’ summer programming, the National Trust in Fermanagh is working in partnership with Pulse Fitness Gym to offer an hour of fun sporting activities at Castle Coole, Enniskillen this month.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:45:55 +0100Number of Fermanagh businesses impacted by lack of water
A number of businesses in Enniskillen are reporting that they have no water this morning, with many unable to open or having to push back their opening time until the issue is resolved. Follow our live blog for updates.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:26:27 +0100Man arrested in Fermanagh on suspicion of intent to supply Class-B drugs
A man has been arrested by police today, Friday, August 5, on suspicion of drug offences following the search of a property in Belcoo.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100Fermanagh football legend 'Busty' was a gentleman
Tributes have poured in from across the football community for Gerard ‘Busty’ McClintock, a gentleman both on and off the pitch, who passed away on Wednesday from cancer.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 16:10:00 +0100Enniskillen man repeatedly filled up and drove away from pumps without paying
A man who drove off from fuel pumps on four occasions in the space of two weeks without paying has been given a suspended sentence.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:05:00 +0100Fermanagh events: What's on at the Ardhowen, Enniskillen?
This week at the Ardhowen, Just Stage It Academy present the fun musical ‘Annie KIDS’, performed by a local cast of youngsters who successfully auditioned to take part in a weeklong workshop with the international award-winning school of performi...
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100Out of order charge points in Fermanagh see electric vehicles stuck
An electric vehicle (EV) owner has highlighted how a number of EV charging points available in the Fermanagh area are out of order and awaiting replacement, leaving many people stuck, particularly tourists.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100Fermanagh playwright and producer join forces to make new comedy series
Two Fermanagh natives, a producer and a playwright – both award-winning in their fields – have joined forces to create a comedy series set in their home county.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Fermanagh playwright Kat Woods' new play set to debut at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Award-winning Fermanagh playwright Kat Woods is bringing her newest play, ‘Birds of Passage in the Half Light’ (inset), to the Gilded Balloon Teviot, Edinburgh, from August 16 to 29 as part of this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Fermanagh Royal Black Institution set for parade in Maguiresbridge
The Fermanagh Royal Black commemoration will take place this Saturday, August 6 in Maguiresbridge, with a service and parade.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Enniskillen BT workers join historic strike action
BT workers in Enniskillen joined colleagues across the UK last Friday and Monday on strike against real-term pay cuts.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100Shock and anger as Sliabh Beagh Arts trail is wrecked by vandals
Sliabh Beagh Arts and the local community of The Knocks area of Fermanagh have been left devastated following the wanton destruction of artworks that were displayed along the Lough Lea Arts Trail.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 09:02:53 +0100Fermanagh man treated bail conditions ‘with disdain’, says judge
A Rosslea man has been refused bail following a breach of bail conditions which prohibited him from contacting the alleged victim in the case against him.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:02:03 +0100Praise as bilingual signage erected in Enniskillen as part of the Public Realm Scheme
New bilingual signage has been erected in Enniskillen town centre as part of the Public Realm Scheme.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 09:28:34 +0100Alliance candidate steps away from the party and politics
Matt Beaumont, an Alliance Party candidate in Fermanagh and South Tyrone, has announced he has left the party and taken a step back from politics.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0100National Trust Fermanagh: Windows of two Florence Court buildings broken
The National Trust Fermanagh is appealing for witnesses after the windows of two buildings were smashed at Florence Court.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:38:07 +0100Fermanagh ceramic artist's talent showcased at Strule Arts Centre
The final preparations are being put in place at Strule Arts Centre, Omagh, for the annual celebration of August Craft Month 2022 which this year will showcase two exceptional craftsmen, Fermanagh native ceramicist Padraig Drugan and Des Cullen.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:21:41 +0100Poll shows that Fermanagh and Omagh householders are quite avid recyclers
According to a recent poll on recycling in Northern Ireland, eight out of 10 householders in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area are happy with how the Council has asked them to recycle.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:08:30 +0100Ulster Fleadh committee slams pro-IRA chanting
Following the emergence of a video showing the singing of pro-IRA chants in a bar in Dromore, the Ulster Fleadh Executive Committee has come out in strong condemnation of the contents of the video.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 09:52:36 +0100Missing Fermanagh man may have travelled to Germany
The family of missing Fermanagh man Frank McCaughey (29) are still appealing for information as to his whereabouts, with police now believing that he may have travelled to Germany from Denmark.
Thu, 04 Aug 2022 10:06:11 +0100Availability of Covid-19 lateral flow tests has been extended
The availability of lateral flow testing for people with Covid-19 symptoms has been extended into this month, August.
Wed, 03 Aug 2022 20:00:00 +0100VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper
Wed, 03 Aug 2022 07:54:00 +0100Late Mickey McPhillips to be remembered in 'Ray of Hope' weekend
After many months of hard work, the line-up for this year's 'Ray of Hope' (Mickey Mac's Memorial Weekend) in Newtownbutler is now official.
Wed, 03 Aug 2022 17:12:20 +0100Police find woman asleep in her car after night out
A Co. Down woman who had come up to Enniskillen to meet and stay with friends ended up sleeping in her car following a disagreement.