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Fri, 12 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh tribute: Late young mum Jenny celebrated as a loving soul
Tributes have been paid to the late mother-of-one Jenny Kavanagh, hailed as a free and adventurous soul who “always tried to help people”.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:36:44 +0100
Section 44 health and safety at work act heatwave: Your rights amid Met Office warning
Drought could be declared for some parts of England on Friday, as the country bakes in another heatwave.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:32:35 +0100
Boris Johnson told to 'wake up' as UK energy bills could cost two months' wages in 2023
Average take home pay after tax will be £2,054 a month in 2023, so two months’ worth will be less than the £4,200 predicted cost of energy bills.

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:30:32 +0100
Perseid Meteor Shower: Where to see the shower this week
The Perseid meteor shower is set to peak in the early hours of Saturday.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh farming: Fermanagh area is top in the UK for Agriculture
The Fermanagh and Omagh local authority region is the area across the UK most dominated by the Agriculture industry, new research has revealed.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:17:22 +0100
Police close Belfast road as NIFRS tackle gorse fire
The PSNI have closed a main road due to ongoing gorse fires.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:48:00 +0100
Covid-19 Northern Ireland: 20 more Covid deaths recorded
Despite some people declaring the Covid-19 pandemic to be over, many people across Northern Ireland are continuing to die as a direct result of Covid-19 related illnesses.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh man Mickey Mac’s legacy continues on at ‘Ray of Hope’ weekend
‘Ray of Hope’ (Mickey Mac’s Memorial Weekend) – a now annual community event hosted in memory of the late Mickey McPhillips – starts this Friday night, August 12, in Newtownbutler.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:20:00 +0100
What's on at the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen
The Ardhowen has two fantastic new workshops coming up as part of its busy programme of events for the whole community. Join Mary McGuigan for a Step Dancing workshop for adults on Saturday, August 13 at 10am to learn the steps from the dance called ...

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:08:50 +0100
Fermanagh poetry and spoken word event ‘The Thing Itself’ to return
‘THE Thing Itself’ – a night dedicated to showcasing spoken word and poetry – will return to Enniskillen next Friday, August 19 with headline performances from acclaimed poets Stephen Murphy and Cat Brogan, along with a poetry open mic.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Missing Fermanagh man: Family continue to appeal for information
The family of missing Fermanagh man Frank McCaughey (29) are continuing to appeal for information on his whereabouts as police in Germany continue to monitor the situation in an attempt to make contact with him.

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:52:25 +0100
Ryanair to scrap cheapest fares due to soaring fuel prices
Ryanair's trademark one euro and 10 euro fares will not be seen for a “number of years”

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:41:13 +0100
The Royal Mint reveals Queen's signature to feature on coins for first time - how to buy
Prices range from £13 for what is called a brilliant uncirculated coin to £2,865 for a gold proof version.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 17:03:20 +0100
Brief driving ban for Fermanagh man having no insurance
A man has been convicted of having no insurance after being stopped by police driving a motorcycle.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:46:18 +0100
Damien Heagney: PSNI appeal as vehicle of interest seen in Fermanagh
PSNI are appealing for information regarding the disappearance and murder of Damien Heagney (47) who was last seen in Dromore, County Tyrone on December 31, 2021.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:45:15 +0100
Man, 29, was driving car in Enniskillen with tyre missing
A man who drove a vehicle in Enniskillen with a tyre missing has been given a suspended sentence and a driving ban.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 20:28:00 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 16:52:37 +0100
Fermanagh in days gone by with the Impartial Reporter
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh: Council’s open air theatre experience a success
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s first district-wide outdoor theatre season has come to a close.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 16:57:43 +0100
Fermanagh in 1992: Motorist rescues a ‘big bird’
A MOTORIST from the county came to the rescue this week of a large bird, which lay stunned on the road between Maguiresbridge and Lisbellaw.

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 16:59:51 +0100
Fermanagh in 1922: Things in general and nothing in particular
DUCK SHOOTING UNDER WAY

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:32:18 +0100
Royal Mail strikes: Four day strike over August and September to take place, Union confirms
Over 115,000 Royal Mail postal workers will stage a series of strikes in the coming weeks amid a pay dispute.

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 17:32:00 +0100
Prison 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 +0100
Police 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 +0100
Enniskillen 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 +0100
Poet 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 +0100
Balcas 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 +0100
Fermanagh 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 +0100
South 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 +0100
Martin 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 +0100
Disqualified 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 +0100
Trial 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 +0100
SEFF'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 +0100
Fermanagh 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 +0100
Cost 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 +0100
Councillors 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 +0100
Great 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 +0100
Councillor 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 +0100
Fermanagh 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.

Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh 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 +0100
Councillors 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 +0100
Award 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 +0100
Fermanagh 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.

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 13:03:00 +0100
Fermanagh 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 +0100
Fermanagh 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 +0100
PSNI 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 +0100
Fermanagh 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 +0100
Free 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.

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Family 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.

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:45:55 +0100
Number 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.



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