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Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:39:04 +0100
Queen's funeral bank holiday explained - will I get a day off?
King Charles III approved a bank holiday to take place for the Queen’s funeral as he was proclaimed King on Saturday

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:20:00 +0100
There's much to consider from Northern Ireland's 2022 GCSE results, and their breakdown.
With Covid-19 now in the back seat of the car and keeping its mouth shut, the world has waited with bated breath to see how the first exam results since 2019 would fare.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 12:01:57 +0100
Accession Proclamation for King Charles III to be read in Enniskillen today
Following the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, the Accession Proclamation of King Charles III will be read today (Sunday, September 11) at 3pm from the Townhall balcony, Enniskillen.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:21:59 +0100
King Charles III formally declared as King - See pictures of historic Accession Ceremony
See pictures as King Charles III is formally declared King at the historic Accession Council.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh people are connected to everyone else facing the same major world problems
“Outside of the two world wars, it is difficult to think of a time when so many in this country have been facing such a direct threat to the way they live.” (Presenter of World At One, BBC Radio 4, August 25.)

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:50:00 +0100
Motor enthusiasts raise £24,000 for MND Association
There was a fun-filled day for all of the family last week when the annual Land Rover Fun Day and family carnival was held at Castle Irvine, Necarne, Irvinestown hosted by Trillick Autoparts Centre.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:50:00 +0100
Safeguarding processes strengthened, stress Extern directors
Following recent articles highlighting poor practice and safeguarding issues in recent years, Extern have stressed they strengthened and improved their safeguarding processes.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Dot travels over 3,000 miles to celebrate 90th in Fermanagh
On the edge of Lough Erne, friends old and new gathered to celebrate the 90th birthday of Dorothy ‘Dot’ Leonard, a proud Irish-American who travelled over 3,000 miles from her home of Maryland, to mark her special milestone in Fermanagh, the coun...

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 07:54:00 +0100
Fermanagh Omagh Council due to commence works at Fintona play parks
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is due to commence works to upgrade Ecclesville and Ashfield Gardens Play Parks in Fintona on Monday, September 12.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 07:50:00 +0100
Tractors big and small take over Magheraveely
Magheraveely was invaded by tractors of all sizes last month as the annual Tractor Run and fair day took place in the village.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Bishop of Clogher enthronement services in Clogher and Enniskillen cathedrals
The Bishop of Clogher, the Right Revd Dr Ian Ellis will be enthroned at two services this week.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:20:59 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II's funeral date confirmed and will be held at Westminster Abbey
The Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk has confirmed the news.

Sun, 11 Sep 2022 08:22:44 +0100
Bank Holiday announced for Queen's funeral as as King Charles III formally declared
The announcement comes after King Charles III was formally declared as the new monarch following the death of his mother aged 96.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 19:22:00 +0100
Joy as Headhunters Railway Museum in Enniskillen turns 25
Local railway enthusiasts at Headhunters Railway Museum celebrated their 25th anniversary recently with the visit of Lord Faulkner of Worcester, President of the Heritage Railway Association (UK & Ireland).

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 17:31:00 +0100
Fermanagh doctor researching a breakthrough on prostate cancer
A Fermanagh-born cancer researcher has been awarded £280,000 from Prostate Cancer UK to develop the first-ever personalised radiotherapy treatment for advanced prostate cancer based on men’s genes.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:50:00 +0100
Tour of Fermanagh charity cycle returns after break
The first Tour of Fermanagh sportive and leisure charity cycle since the coronavirus pandemic outbreak proved to be a great success despite the poor weather conditions.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:11:00 +0100
Tributes paid after death of popular Methodist minister
Tributes have been paid following the death of a popular local Methodist minister following his death two weeks prior to his 98th birthday.

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
‘Building a Sustainable Future’ conference coming to SWC
South West College (SWC) has announced a number of keynote speakers for the upcoming ‘Building a Sustainable Future’ conference which will be taking place over the course of two days at the College’s Erne Campus in Enniskillen on Tuesday, Septe...

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 06:50:00 +0100
Fermanagh beekeepers have done well despite August's mixed weather conditions
Fermanagh Beekeepers have had a bumper honey harvest this year, reflecting the hardiness of our local bees in the face of what, on the whole, has been a cool summer with a couple of short hot spells, writes Ethel Irvine of Fermanagh Beekeepers' Assoc...

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 06:34:00 +0100
Fermanagh poultry farmers ‘always on edge’ at flooding risk
A local poultry business has raised questions regarding drainage following yet moredisruption to their business following flooding at the weekend.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:11:04 +0100
The Queen dies: Council makes announcement on weekend's events in Fermanagh
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has confirmed that Festival Lough Erne will go ahead as planned following the passing of Her Majesty The Queen due to the nature of its events and activities, which "may provide a positive outlet for reflection".

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 14:38:08 +0100
Clogher Diocese clergymen pay tribute to The Queen following death
Clergymen of the Clogher Diocese have paid tribute to the late monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, following her passing yesterday afternoon (September 8).

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:24:38 +0100
The Queen dies: Fermanagh and Omagh Council to open Book of Condolences
A Book of Condolences will open across Fermanagh and South Tyrone for residents who wish to mark the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 08:35:00 +0100
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II has died
Her Majesty The Queen has passed away at the age of 96.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:41:52 +0100
King Charles III makes promise to nation after death of Queen Elizabeth II
King Charles III gave his first address to the nation following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:45:00 +0100
Denzil McDaniel: Before you Truss in Liz, it’s worth looking at who gave her the keys to Downing Street
There’s a funny post doing the rounds on social media showing some pictures of a horse stuck between the bars of a gate and a car somehow perched on top of a concrete pillar. It includes the line: “Do you ever look at stuff and wonder how it got ...

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:45:39 +0100
The Queen dies: Service of prayer and reflection to be held in Enniskillen
A Service of Prayer and Reflection will take place in St. Macartin’s Cathedral, Enniskillen at 6pm on Sunday, September 18 to give thanks for the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II following Her Majesty's passing.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:29:51 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II: National mourning guidance issued to businesses & sport
The guidance from the Cabinet Office was published Friday morning

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:44:00 +0100
Valley Nursing Home: Second health authority snubs questions
A second health authority has snubbed enquiries relating to the Valley Nursing Home's closure, adopting a similar stance to the Department of Health by instructing these should be submitted by Freedom of Information (FOI) request.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 07:02:00 +0100
Poacher 2022 Jamboree: Friends made from all around world
Fermanagh Ranger Guides were among the 10,000 Guides and Scouts from around the world who recently attended the Poacher 2022 International Guide and Scout Jamboree.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0100
‘We are so proud of Dad and his positive influence on so many’
Stephen Cairns’ life was a true love story and a life well lived, his family have said.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 19:50:00 +0100
Heartbroken family's brain cancer warning as they mourn late dad
The heartbroken family of a man who died from brain cancer in a matter of months wants to pay tribute to him and also raise awareness of the condition.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Veteran Fermanagh Ulster Unionist councillor stands down
A long-standing Ulster Unionist member of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has announced his decision to retire.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:25:03 +0100
The Queen dies: Fermanagh and Omagh District Council pays tribute
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has paid tribute to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, following her death on September 8 at the age of 96.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 13:50:00 +0100
RQIA confirms Valley Nursing Home was not an emergency closure
The Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA) has responded to a number of enquiries around the decision to close the Valley Nursing Home in Clogher.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:45:00 +0100
Range of free events in Fermanagh for European Heritage Open Days 2022
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has organised a number of free events as part of this year’s European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) event.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 12:39:41 +0100
UK newspaper front pages: Newsquest pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
On Thursday evening (September 8) the world was hit by the sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, aged 96.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:33:02 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II: NIFL postpone all fixtures as a mark of respect
Following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II all football fixtures in Northern Ireland have been postponed this weekend.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh councillors vote in opposition to Flintridge borehole recommendation
Members of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have voted by majority against the recommendation of planning officials to permit Flintridge Resources Limited to carry out proposed mineral exploration works in County Tyrone.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:50:00 +0100
Top award nod for Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism
Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism has been announced as a finalist for ‘Best Use of Social Media in Hospitality/Tourism over 10k (10,000 followers)’ in the 2022 Northern Ireland Social Media Awards, in partnership with the Corner Bakery.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:37:14 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II dies: What changes are needed now from stamps to passports?
The news of Her Majesty's death was announced in a statement on behalf of the Royal Family on Thursday evening.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:42:16 +0100
King Charles III to address the nation tonight following Queen Elizabeth II's death
King Charles III will address the nation in his first televised statement as King.

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 11:43:52 +0100
Premier League and EFL fixtures postponed following Queen's death
The EFL is expected to follow the decision of the Premier League

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 13:59:00 +0100
The Queen under 'medical supervision' after royal doctors become concerned for her health
The 96-year-old monarch’s latest setback will raise fresh fears for her health the day after she was pictured in a historic audience with Liz Truss.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0100
Fire engines tackle blaze but house lost
Four fire engines were tasked to deal with a house fire on Wednesday afternoon, September 7.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 13:00:49 +0100
Prince Charles and Prince William travel to Balmoral amid Queen health fears
The Queen’s close family including the Prince of Wales have been informed

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 17:23:41 +0100
Queen's family rush to Balmoral as crowds gather at Buckingham Palace
Crowds are gathering outside Buckingham Palace in London as doctors monitor the health of Her Majesty The Queen.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:05:00 +0100
Erne Model Railway Club back on track after Covid break
The Erne Model Railway Club (EMRC) are in the midst of making preparations for their exhibition which returns this year after a two-year absence due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:50:00 +0100
The late Ernie Beacom, 74, remembered by moving gesture
As the funeral cortège of the late Ernie Beacom travelled through Enniskillen town centre on the afternoon of Thursday, September 1, in a special tribute, his beloved Massey Ferguson 35 accompanied the hearse on his final journey.

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:50:00 +0100
Fermanagh man accused of assaulting another male
A Newtownbutler man has been remanded on bail after an alleged incident of assault and breach of a restraining order last month,



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