Impartial Reporter
Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:45:04 +0100Bank of England interest rates set to rise today
It would be the highest interest rate that the UK has had since the financial crisis
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 19:59:00 +0100Video: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's Impartial Reporter
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:21:00 +0100Western Trust recruits new staff for SWAH Neonatal
The Western Trust has been successful in recruiting staff for the Neonatal Unit at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH).
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100Enniskillen Model PTA to host 5k Run and Walk to honour late Shirley Rowland
The Enniskillen Model Primary School Parent Teachers’ Association (PTA)’s 5k Run and Walk in memory of Shirley Rowland – a much-loved colleague and friend who passed away on the 30th October 2020 - will now take place on Friday, September 23 at...
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100Fermanagh business CavanaghKelly gears up for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust
This Friday, September 23, accountancy and business advisory practice CavanaghKelly gears up to cycle 100 miles between its Dungannon, Omagh and Enniskillen offices in aid of the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (KBRT).
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 13:22:00 +0100Toccata Musical Productions to entertain local audiences in aid of Fermanagh Women's Aid
Toccata Musical Productions will perform their show, ‘Gimme Some Lovin’, at the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen next month to raise vital funds for Fermanagh Women’s Aid.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 09:47:56 +0100Tax warning to 500,000 pensioners who could be forced to pay more
State pensions could rise to more than £200 a week next year
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 08:19:00 +0100Fermanagh FLive festival launch to coincide with art exhibition opening
Fermanagh Live Arts Festival (FLive) will officially launch on Friday, September 23 with an evening of art and music at the Devenish Gallery in Enniskillen.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 07:50:00 +0100Pedigree Aberdeen Angus females on sale in special timed auction
Four leading Aberdeen Angus herds have announced details of a timed auction which will feature specially selected females from many of the breed’s proven bloodlines.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:24:21 +0100Fermanagh in 1992: Boxing judge Lany almost floored by UK award
A KESH grandmother, who judges boxing and helps run an award-winning community hall, was named this year’s ‘Woman of Today’.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:40:00 +0100Fermanagh in 2002: Men drive 4,000 miles with aid
SIX Fermanagh Ulsterbus drivers took time out of their personal holidays to drive 4,000 miles and deliver aid to deprived children in Romania.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 12:09:22 +0100Fermanagh in days gone by
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.
Wed, 21 Sep 2022 15:27:00 +0100Fermanagh in 1922: Local, Social and Political Gossip by W.E.T.
AN applicant for the position of cook at Clogher Infirmary forwarded to the Guardians her latest testimonials, which were found to be 23 or 24 years old. She was not successful.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0100Mummers Foundation ready to show historic newspaper clippings at Culture Night
If proof was ever needed to verify the countless, hearsay stories of 'the good and bad' of masked customs involving Mummers, Strawboys, Wrenboys and Hogmanay men, then look no further than the Mummers Foundation’s exhibition next week of newspapers...
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:40:01 +0100One man taken to hospital following crash in Fermanagh
One man was taken to hospital following a motorbike crash on the outskirts of Derrygonnelly yesterday evening (September 19).
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:34:00 +0100Scripture Union Northern Ireland to take over Devenish Island to strengthen their ministries
Following some months of discussion, the Trustees of the Kilravock Christian Trust (SCIO) and Scripture Union Northern Ireland are delighted to announce the transfer of Kilravock’s Northern Irish assets – including much of Devenish Island – to ...
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:28:00 +0100Tempo farm shows faster turnaround for new reseeds with 'stitch-in' machine
When the weather conditions are changeable and the short window for conventional plough and cultivation reseeding makes it difficult, then an alternative is stitching in the grass and clover seed mixtures into the existing sward.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 11:51:00 +0100Bank of England issues 'long queues' warning ahead of £20 and £50 September deadline
As well as banks, Brits will also be able to exchange the old notes on Post Offices too.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:00:00 +0100Enniskillen singer-songwriter Annie Falconer to perform at the Ardhowen
Enniskillen-born singer-songwriter Annie Falconer, who is currently in the process of recording her debut album, will perform a live set at the Ardhowen Theatre Gallery Bar at the end of this month.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:30:00 +0100Busy Fermanagh Gardening Society finds seeds of inspiration
Over the summer months, members of Fermanagh Gardening Society have enjoyed visiting gardens throughout the country, some of which have featured in magazines, television and radio programmes.
Tue, 20 Sep 2022 08:50:00 +0100Department won't be drawn on weekly publication of social care complaints
Two Northern Ireland (NI) authorities have indicated a willingness for the weekly publication of complaints against Health and Social Care facilities; however, the Department of Health refused to be drawn, citing the Minister’s respect for the inde...
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 17:26:00 +0100Kind-hearted patient makes gift donation to help others
A kind-hearted patient of the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) Children's Ward has donated a gift for other patients to use.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:11:12 +0100King Charles III issues statement hours before the Queen's funeral
Charles spoke out in a new statement hours before Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is buried.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:39:00 +0100Health Matters: Omega 3 Oils and the Transfer test
If you have a child currently preparing for the transfer test, you may wish to consider supplementing their diet with Omega 3 oils as part of the preparation.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 17:30:00 +0100Cavanacarragh Hall community turns out for fun tractor run
Cavanacarragh Hall welcomed a tractor run at the weekend, with community-minded drivers, neighbours, families and locals all coming together in the spirit of fun and fundraising alike.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 17:20:00 +0100Abbey ruin in west Fermanagh still a site of deep importance
Keenaghan Monastery ruins in the townland of Tievealough is said to be one of the oldest in Ireland.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 17:15:00 +0100Cormac now holds a Master's degree through part-time study
One of the well-known faces of agriculture in Fermanagh, Cormac McKervey, has graduated with a Master’s in Business for Agri-Food and Rural Enterprise
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:15:00 +0100Fermanagh Indie-Folk duo Laytha release new single ‘Strawberry Moon’
Fermanagh Indie-Folk duo Laytha released their wonderful new single, ‘Strawberry Moon’ last Thursday, September 8.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:13:53 +0100Where will the Queen be buried? Queen Elizabeth II laid to rest
Thousands travelled to London and millions more tuned in to see the Queen’s funeral on Monday.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:08:30 +0100When is the two minute silence on Monday? Queen's funeral to end with national silence
Queen Elizabeth II will be reunited with her late husband Prince Philip later today.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:50:00 +0100Ploughing championships to attracts huge crowd to Co. Laois site
Many farm families from Northern Ireland will be travelling to the National Ploughing Championships in Co. Laois next week for three days of competitive ploughing, viewing trade stands and activities.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:07:06 +0100The Queen's funeral in pictures: Tears shed as the UK mourns Queen Elizabeth II
Crowds of mourners have flocked to London, Windsor and royal sites throughout the UK while the royal family gathered at Westminster Abbey.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 09:46:00 +0100Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral: How to watch funeral on TV and live stream
The late Queen will be buried with her husband, the Duke of Edinburgh in King George VI’s chapel in Windsor Castle.
Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:02:29 +0100King Charles III's handwritten message for the Queen on day of funeral
King Charles III was left close to tears during a state funeral service at Westminster Abbey.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 07:54:00 +0100Queen Elizabeth II: Community stalwart remembers a Queen who made him feel so 'at ease'
For George Beacom, Centre Manager of the Bawnacre Centre in Irvinestown his three meetings with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II over the years were each very special occasions for him. George met the Queen on two visits to Northern Ireland.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 09:10:00 +0100Cost of living: State pension set to hit more than £200 a week
State pensions could rise to more than £200 a week next year.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 07:25:00 +0100Cuilcagh walk for Peter Jones raises over £21,000
Following on from their successful charity walk in memory of the late Peter Jones on August 27, the staff from Tracey's Concrete and family of the late Mr. Jones came together to present a cheque for £21,439 to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (AANI).
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 21:51:00 +0100Fermanagh woman receives MS Society Impact Award
Philomena Mulligan has become one of the first recipients and indeed the first from Northern Ireland to receive an MS Society Impact Award.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 06:11:00 +0100Queens funeral will see one thing 'banned' as world leaders travel to UK
World leaders will be making plans to attend the historic ceremony but will have to abide to one specific request.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 09:50:00 +0100People of all ages have laid flowers in tribute to Her Majesty
THE death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II prompted young and old alike from all walks of life in the Fermanagh and Omagh region, including those from the area who are farther afield, to lay flowers in tribute to The Queen in the days after her deat...
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 08:50:00 +0100Fermanagh and Omagh councillors deem Minister's response on Valley Home 'inadequate'
While a tabled motion around the Valley Nursing Home was not reached at the September meeting of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, members have briefly discussed correspondence received from the Minister for Health and the Coroner’s Office.
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 07:50:00 +0100Festival Lough Erne gets off to a relaxing start
Festival Lough Erne got off to a fine start last weekend as events took place on both the land and the water.
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 11:38:00 +0100Speeding teen driver detected driving over 100mph gets minimum disqualification
A teenager detected at over 100mph as a Restricted Driver has been at fine and disqualified or two weeks.
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 06:25:00 +0100Vigil to be held in Enniskillen for National Moment of Reflection
A vigil will be held in Enniskillen on Sunday evening as part of The National Moment of Reflection to mourn the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflect on her life and legacy.
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 06:30:00 +0100Asda, Tesco, Aldi. Lidl 'do not eat' warnings amid product recalls
UK supermarkets including Asda, Tesco, Lidl and Aldi have issued 'do not eat' warnings
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 21:00:00 +0100Queen's funeral: how to watch, what will happen, when will it happen?
This is everything you need to know about the Queen’s funeral - how to watch, plans for the day, and travel issues
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 09:50:00 +0100Fermanagh and Omagh District Council meeting about cost-of-living crisis
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is to convene a special meeting to discuss the cost-of-living crisis, and while the Chair said “emergency planning mode” was triggered in 2020 for the Covid-19 pandemic, the Chief Executive advised a revised b...
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 07:50:00 +0100The Queen’s compassion and sparkle have left a lasting impact on Susan
When Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visited the then-newly opened South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) in 2012, Susan Doyle was not expecting to rub shoulders with royalty.
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 07:39:00 +0100Tributes pour in for Fermanagh man who died in an industrial accident
A man who died in a tragic industrial accident on Monday has been described as a “kind-hearted” and “hardworking man”.
Sat, 17 Sep 2022 07:27:00 +0100Hallowe’en fireworks display set to finally return to Enniskillen
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has confirmed the return of fireworks display for Hallowe’en.