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Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:28:00 +0100
Fermanagh wedding: Wedding day was magical for Harry Potter fans Lesa and Daniel Verner
Surrounded by their family and friends, Lesa Moffitt married Daniel Verner on June 22 with an outdoor ceremony at Lavender Manor, Ballinamallard.

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:31:35 +0100
Cost of living: Pound falls to all-time low against US Dollar
Experts warned the pound’s plunge towards parity with the dollar will send the cost of goods soaring even higher

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 20:51:00 +0100
Festival Lough Erne: Week-long celebration of Fermanagh Lakelands comes to a close
Festival Lough Erne – a celebration of the beautiful Fermanagh Lakelands and the extensive local product available in the area – came to a close on Sunday night after a week-long programme of events and activities.

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 20:25:00 +0100
Rock the Lough to return to Enniskillen to kickstart 2023
Rock the Lough – a live music festival in aid of charity – is returning to Enniskillen early next year to kick off 2023 in style.

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 19:50:00 +0100
Council to seek assurance of human rights compliance for discharged patients
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are to write to the Western Health and Social Care Trust seeking assurances of human rights compliance in care package assessments for patients being discharged from hospital.

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 10:50:00 +0100
Councillors concerned about Out-of-Hours GP response from Department
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has voiced concerns over a response from the Department of Health after requesting clarification of measures taken to address a lack of Out-of-Hours GP cover in both Enniskillen and Omagh.

Sun, 25 Sep 2022 07:45:00 +0100
King Charles III in Belfast: Fermanagh locals travel to see new monarch
Thousands of people, which included a number of people who travelled up from Co. Fermanagh, lined the streets of Belfast to catch a glimpse of the King and the Queen Consort on their visit to Northern Ireland on Tuesday, September 13.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 16:24:38 +0100
Tyrone incident: Tractor rams police cars
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three police vehicles were substantially damaged during an incident in Fivemiletown in the early hours of Saturday, September 24.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 21:29:00 +0100
Council chair calls for transparency at Noah Donohoe protest
The Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council addressed a ‘Justice for Noah Donohoe’ rally in Enniskillen on Saturday afternoon, and called for “absolute transparency” in relation to the case of Belfast teenager Noah (14), who died in unk...

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:40:00 +0100
Recalling when Prince Charles charmed all on Fermanagh trip
WHILE millions of people all around the world on Monday saw the weight of his new duty – and the emotion of a son grieving his beloved mother – that was plain to see on the face of now King Charles III (right), many people here in Fermanagh were ...

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:35:00 +0100
St.Kevin's College Prizegiving: Principal calls on students to be leaders
The prizegiving for St.Kevin’s College, Lisnaskea took place last Friday (September 23) and those present were encouraged by Principal Gary Kelly to be the next leaders in society.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 22:35:00 +0100
Fermanagh kids declutter their toys for good causes
A sister and brother, overloaded with toys, came up with a worthy idea to get rid of them and at the same time do something for charity.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 21:09:00 +0100
Stroke services at SWAH doing better than Altnagelvin – report
An audit by the Sentinel Stroke National Audit Programme (SSNAP) from January to March, 2022, has shown stroke services at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) are outperforming many of those at Altnagelvin.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:56:00 +0100
World Butchers' Challenge: Tyrone butcher recognised with top award
A local butcher who recently competed in the World Butchers’ Challenge in Sacramento, California, is delighted to have won a top accolade at the competition, which saw teams from 13 countries across the world compete.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:29:00 +0100
The Queen: Fr. Brian pays tribute to Her Majesty who had 'outstanding' faith
Father Brian D’Arcy met the late Queen on several occasions – in Northern Ireland, when she visited Ballinamallard in 2002 and Enniskillen in 2012, and also at events in England.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:15:00 +0100
The latest phase of Lisnaskea health centre to be completed in November, says Minister
The latest phase in the development of a new health and care centre in Lisnaskea is expected to be completed in November.

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh folk join the crowds over in London to say farewell
THE Impartial Reporter spoke to some Fermanagh people who travelled to London to join with people from across the United Kingdom who wished to pay tribute to the late monarch, and to be part of the historic moment

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 06:57:00 +0100
Entrepreneurs celebrated as new businesses premises open in Enniskillen
Work appears to have begun at the former Costcutter site on The Diamond in Enniskillen, with The Impartial Reporter understanding that Gordons Chemist will open a franchise in the premises.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 15:21:00 +0100
Chris Farrell steps away from Munster duties amid ongoing French criminal case
Fivemiletown rugby player Chris Farrell has stepped back from involvement with Munster Rugby.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:55:00 +0100
Kyle Lafferty axed by Northern Ireland over social media video
Kyle Lafferty has been axed from Northern Ireland’s squad for their Nations League fixtures against Kosovo and Greece after a video emerged which appeared to show the Kilmarnock striker using sectarian language.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:15:00 +0100
Feelings follow footsteps as Enniskillen churches unite to honour Queen’s legacy
Last Sunday evening saw peace-making in action in Enniskillen as a congregation gathered in St. Macartin’s Cathedral and crossed the road to St. Michael’s Church as part of a Service of Prayer and Thanksgiving for the life of Her Majesty, Queen E...

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:45:00 +0100
National Moment of Reflection vigil held in Enniskillen
Members, family and friends of the County Fermanagh Royal Black Institution gathered on Sunday evening for a National Moment of Reflection vigil.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:34:00 +0100
Aisling Centre Cuilcagh Mountain dawn trek a great success
World Suicide Prevention Day aims to start a conversation about suicide and promote a worldwide message of Hope.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 12:45:00 +0100
UUP confirms that Roy Crawford to replace Councillor Thornton in the Enniskillen DEA
Fermanagh Ulster Unionist Association has confirmed that Enniskillen man Roy Crawford has been selected to replace Councillor Howard Thornton in the recently vacated UUP Enniskillen DEA seat.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 21:14:00 +0100
Fermanagh business owner calls for government help as their electricity bill doubles
A local business owner has said her electricity bill has increased by 100 per cent due to the ongoing price rises in energy, supplies and food.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 20:50:00 +0100
The whole world watched the funeral in London that was fit for The Queen
From the sight of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s remains being borne through the streets of London to Westminster Abbey on the Victorian State Gun Carriage, pulled along by 142 naval ratings, to that of her coffin quietly, gently sinking into the...

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:20:00 +0100
Our children are special, but does our education system bring out creativity or kill it off?
The American writer, the late Gore Vidal didn’t mince his words when it came to his cynicism about U.S. society, when he said the country was “a hoax”.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:58:00 +0100
Culture Night: Fermanagh groups hosting a range of arts and cultural forms
Culture Night – the UK and Ireland-wide initiative where local arts and cultural organisations, venues and public spaces usually open their doors to the public to host free entertainment, as part of a celebration of arts, heritage and culture – w...

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:41:00 +0100
Balcas at 60: Fermanagh company celebrates with family fun day
The families of Balcas employees came together to celebrate the Fermanagh-based company's 60th anniversary year at a special Family Fun Day on Sunday, September 4.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:28:09 +0100
Organic Centre's Apple Day to be bigger and better than ever
The Organic Centre in Rossinver, Co. Leitrim are calling on the people of Fermanagh to visit for Apple Day - Harvest Festival, this Sunday, September 24.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 08:45:00 +0100
Aqua Legends programme to commence this month
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, in partnership with the Public Health Agency (PHA), has organised an Aqua Legends programme commencing later this month at Fermanagh Lakeland Forum, Enniskillen and Omagh Leisure Complex.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 07:50:00 +0100
Fermanagh councillors continue pressing for answers over explosives escort costs
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are continuing to press for answers as to how the PSNI reversed its position not to charge for the escorting of explosives for the mining industry.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 14:20:50 +0100
Morrisons, Asda, Sainsbury's, Tesco and Aldi prices increase
Prices of common household items have risen by nearly two pounds at supermarket chain Morrisons in the past three months.

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 12:03:59 +0100
Mini budget and income tax: 5 things Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng announced
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng has put an end to the top rate of income tax for the highest earners as he spent tens of billions of pounds in a “gamble” to increase growth during the cost-of-living crisis.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 21:29:00 +0100
Mum mourns: ‘I will never meet anybody like my Katie again’
When Katie Donnelly was born 18 years ago, her mother, Erin, could not take her eyes off her. She stared the whole night through at her perfect daughter.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 15:52:06 +0100
Kyle Lafferty subject of Kilmarnock probe over alleged use of sectarian language
Kilmarnock have launched an investigation after a video appeared to show striker Kyle Lafferty using sectarian language.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:27:23 +0100
Women’s Institute members celebrating 90 years of operating with special exhibitions
The Erne Area of the Women’s Institute (WI) is celebrating 90 years of the WI in the province. Erne Area members are celebrating with special displays across the county with displays in Enniskillen, Irvinestown and Lisnaskea libraries.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:29:06 +0100
All welcome at Lisnaskea Historical Society meeting
Lisnaskea Historical Society is set to host its next superb monthly heritage talk, by Seamas McAnnaidh, next Monday, September 26.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 17:25:00 +0100
Edinburgh Fringe Festival performance ‘exhilarating’ for Mimi
An actress from Fermanagh has reflected on her experience of performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival last month.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:40:00 +0100
Enniskillen works: Council to commences works on carpark
A town centre car park is set for a major upgrade over the next few months as part of Environmental Improvement Scheme works.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 20:22:00 +0100
Accession Proclamation of King Charles III in Omagh: Fermanagh man honoured to take part
Fermanagh man Gary Wilson was “honoured” to be invited to act as Master of Ceremonies for the ancient ritual of the Accession Proclamation of King Charles III on Sunday, September 10 in Omagh town centre. Gary said: “It is an experience I will ...

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 18:42:00 +0100
Book of Condolence hosted at Castle Coole for Her Majesty The Queen
Following the death of Her Majesty, The Queen, the National Trust in Fermanagh hosted a Book of Condolences for visitors to sign during opening hours at Castle Coole last week.

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 17:14:00 +0100
Good Relations Week 2022: Fermanagh groups host events
Local groups and organisations in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area are helping to deliver a positive message that ‘Change Starts With Us’ with a creative and inspiring programme of cross-community and multicultural events as part of ...

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 16:41:00 +0100
What's on at the Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen
This week at the Ardhowen Theatre, Paddy Cullivan tells an incredible story in ‘The Murder of Michael Collins’ on Friday, September 23 at 8pm, delving into the events of the fateful day in Béal na mBlath, Co. Cork on August 22, 1922 that saw Col...

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 09:45:04 +0100
Bank 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 +0100
Video: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's Impartial Reporter

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 17:21:00 +0100
Western 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 +0100
Fermanagh 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 16:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen 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 13:22:00 +0100
Toccata 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.



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