Impartial Reporter
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 22:14:10 +0000Irvinestown GAA mourns death of former player and coach Martin McGuigan
The Irvinestown community is mourning the death of former player and highly respected coach Martin McGuigan, who died peacefully on Friday, January 17, at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen, surrounded by his loving family.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 21:44:12 +0000Appeal launched to help cover vet bills for beloved Enniskillen XL Bully
A fundraising appeal has been launched to help cover urgent veterinary costs for a much-loved pet from Enniskillen who has been left seriously ill.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:33:47 +0000Fermanagh community mourns loss of Pat Kingston
The death has occurred of Florence Ann Patricia Kingston (née Gordon), a well-known and much-respected figure within Enniskillen’s community life.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:45:01 +0000Enniskillen care worker denies ill-treatment charge
A County Fermanagh care worker is facing a charge of ill-treating a vulnerable man just under two years ago.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:28:28 +0000DfI confirms road safety upgrades after teenage campaigner raises concern
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has confirmed new road safety improvements in Enniskillen and outlined its wider approach to managing pedestrian and traffic safety, following concerns raised by a local teenager.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:06:48 +0000EA to review bus safety after crash in Co Tyrone
The Education Authority (EA) has confirmed that a review will be carried out after one of its buses, carrying 15 pupils, was involved in an early-morning road traffic incident in Co Tyrone.
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:08:26 +0000Fermanagh peacock search end in heartbreak as missing birds are found dead
Irvinestown peacock search ends in heartbreak as missing birds are found deceased
Sat, 17 Jan 2026 11:42:20 +0000Overturned lorry closes major road near Border
The A3 Cavan Road has been closed this morning following a road traffic incident involving an overturned lorry.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:52:12 +0000'Very upset family' appeal for help after pet dog goes missing
An appeal has been made in search for a dog that has gone missing in the Gortin Forest area.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:52:10 +0000Community group in North Fermanagh receives grant to modernise hall
Bannagh Community Project has received a grant of £5,282 from the National Lottery Community Fund to support the modernisation of Bannagh Hall.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:39:56 +0000Warning over traffic delays as priest's funeral to take place
Drivers in Omagh have been told to expect delays throughout this afternoon because of the funeral of Fr. Eugene Hasson.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:24:39 +0000Busy Donegal road closed overnight after man in his 80s injured in collision
A busy Donegal road remained closed overnight after a man in his 80s was seriously injured in a road traffic collision.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:41:07 +0000Omagh's Rachel realises her dream of becoming a firefighter
Today, 24 new Wholetime Firefighters officially graduated from Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS), including Omagh woman Rachel McKeown.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:01:10 +0000Christians Against Poverty launches ‘Break the Debt Blues’ campaign
Enniskillen Presbyterian Church, which partners with debt help charity, Christians Against Poverty (CAP), is offering free debt help and Money Coaching in 2026 to help people beat the winter blues and take control of their finances, particularly foll...
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:01:20 +0000MP highlights high fuel costs facing people in rural Fermanagh
Fermanagh and residents are facing pressure from high fuel costs, a reality highlighted by Jim Shannon during a House of Commons debate on 7 January.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:29:40 +0000Council calls on British Justice Secretary to step in over hunger strikers
Fermanagh and Omagh District has voted by majority to write to the British Secretary of State for Justice, David Lammy, calling on him to step in and negotiate over Palestine Action prisoners currently on hunger strike.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:21:10 +0000Arlene Foster: 'AI is 'frightening indeed' and carries serious risks'
Arlene Foster has warned that while artificial intelligence brings huge opportunities, it also carries serious risks that must be addressed through proper regulation.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:14:51 +000014-week public consultation launched over speed limits
A consultation on a Speed Limit Review has been launched by the Department for Infrastructure (DfI). The 14-week public consultation began on Wednesday, January 14, and will close on April 22.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:06:41 +0000Community to be consulted on ambitious Gortgonis project
The community will soon be consulted on ambitious plans for the construction of the new Gortgonis Leisure and Community Health Hub in Coalisland. Speaking at Thursday’s (January 15) Development committee meeting of Mid Ulster District Council, Coun...
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:59:16 +0000Mid Ulster councillors voice their support for Craic Theatre funding bid
Councillor Nuala McLernon (Sinn Féin) has praised the Craic Theatre and Arts Centre, in Coalisland, for the role they play at the heart of the local community. The venue actively promotes performing arts, and encourages young people to get involved ...
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:49:46 +0000Range of Mid Ulster district streets to get dual language street signage
Bilingual English-Irish street signage is going to be erected at Main Street, Coalisland, on the basis of just one resident requesting it. In all, seven survey letters had been issued; however, only that one resident elected to reply, which technical...
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:53:06 +0000Two officers injured following assault in Western Trust hospital
Police have arrested a man in his 30s following a violent incident in the Emergency Department at Altnagelvin Hospital , which left two police officers injured and hospital property damaged.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:43:44 +0000Future 'Tree Week' initiatives might involve more Mid Ulster locations
Councillor Deirdre Varsani (Sinn Féin) has spoken highly of the recent Tree Week initiative, which saw schoolchildren plant trees and wildflower bulbs, and she is now keen to see other locations in the Mid Ulster district benefitting from the popula...
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:35:42 +0000Hopes for two-hour on-street parking in Dungannon
Councillors Clement Cuthbertson (DUP) and Deirdre Varsani (Sinn Féin) have welcomed a set of DfI Roads proposals which could see on-street parking in much of Dungannon town centre extended from one hour to a maximum of two hours.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000Live by the water’s edge: Inside Derryad Country Park’s waterside homes
Derryad Country Park is an exclusive lakeside development of just nine private homes, set directly on the shoreline with access to the lough and nearby marina facilities.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:41:53 +0000Masked men flee Tyrone home after burglary
Detectives are appealing for information following a burglary at a house in Cookstown, during which three masked men were seen fleeing the scene.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:18:38 +0000First Minister ‘deeply concerned’ over trajectory of legacy bill
Northern Ireland’s First Minister Michelle O’Neill has said she is “deeply concerned” with the trajectory of legislation addressing the legacy of the Troubles.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:46:24 +0000‘Grey area between ages of 10 and 14’ in terms of criminal responsibility
There is a “grey area” between the ages of 10 and 14 when it comes to who should be held criminally responsible, the Stormont Justice Committee has heard.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000Artificial intelligence, deepfakes and the law: why we must act now
The ability for Grok – X’s (formerly Twitter) artificial intelligence feature – to 'undress' women dominated headlines in the last week.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:46:23 +0000MP remembers Lewis Keogh as he calls for stronger protections against gambling
The case of a Lisnarick man who lost his life to gambling has been highlighted in the House of Commons.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:45:54 +0000Magnificent former rectory offers rare chance to own a landmark Georgian home
A former rectory, dating from circa 1830, has come to the housing market in County Donegal.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:33:23 +0000Women’s Health Fermanagh delivers talk to 170 girls at Derrylin school
St. Aidan’s High School Derrylin hosts Women’s Health Fermanagh Support Group to raise endometriosis awareness among 170 girls, with NHS thanks.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:34:34 +0000New sensory room launched in Lisnaskea for adults and children in need
A new sensory room at Castle Park Centre, Lisnaskea, supports adults and children with sensory needs. Book sessions via Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:19:44 +0000Cattle showcase helps raise vital funds for Air Ambulance NI
Redhouse Holsteins hosted the World Wide Sires Progeny Showcase, advancing dairy genetics and raising funds for Air Ambulance Northern Ireland in rural farming.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:11:04 +0000Jon Burrows moves a step closer to become next Ulster Unionist leader
Former senior police officer Jon Burrows has moved a step closer to becoming the next leader of the Ulster Unionist Party.
Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:22:18 +0000Is X down? Users report issues with loading messages and posts
Users of X have reported issues with X this afternoon, saying they are unable to load messages and posts.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 15:15:17 +0000'Dead fish placed on door latches' in serious vandalism incident
Dead fish were placed on door latches by vandals who caused "significant damage" to a block of public toilets, the Council has revealed.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:42:21 +0000Busy Donegal road to be closed 'for hours' as emergency services attend crash
A busy road in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal is expected to remain closed for a ‘number of hours’ after a road traffic collision.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:23:11 +0000Funeral details announced for Mark Flanagan after unexpected death
The funeral details have been released for Mark Flanagan, after the father-of-four’s unexpected death earlier this week.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:49:09 +0000Police attempt to locate lorry driver involved in Tyrone collision
Police are attempting to speak to the driver of a lorry who was involved in road traffic collision in South Tyrone this week.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:20:21 +0000How Tomasia overcame challenges to achieve success
South West College (SWC) is proud to celebrate the achievements of graduate Tomasia da Costa Ximenes, from Dungannon whose educational journey highlights the value of exploring interests, embracing change, and progressing with confidence.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:40:14 +0000SOAS announces date of major public rally in Enniskillen
Health campaign group Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) has announced it will hold its public rally in Enniskillen next month.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:09:48 +0000Murder case preparing to transfer for trial as one year mark approaches
A case which began as grievous bodily harm but was upgraded to murder after the victim passed away from his injuries is preparing to move to crown court for trial.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:56:00 +0000Award-winning pupils bring soil health message to Kesh
A group of award-winning pupils from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School have been sharing their message on the importance of soil health with local farmers at the Courthouse in Kesh.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:30:00 +0000People of Irvinestown: There's something for everyone in this thriving town
It may have been a dreary afternoon in early January, but Irvinestown was still bustling with life when The Impartial Reporter rolled into town.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:07:25 +0000Permission sought for new holiday homes in North Fermanagh
Planning permission is being sought for the development of four holiday homes on Boa Island in North Fermanagh, along with associated car parking and landscaping.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 21:02:00 +0000More than 10,000 potholes logged across Fermanagh and Omagh
The condition of roads across Fermanagh and Omagh has once again been thrust into the spotlight, as new figures highlight a sharp rise in the number of potholes recorded locally.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000Pin-drop moments of inspiration featured at sold-out Hope, Healing and Growth event
While the chill winds of an early January ushered in a bitter morning last Saturday, January 10, there was the warmest of welcomes and words for all those attending this year’s annual Hope, Healing and Growth event in Enniskillen.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:31:15 +00001926 Irish Census opens new doors for Fermanagh family history
For anyone in Fermanagh with an interest in family history, April 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark moment with the publication of the 1926 Census.
Thu, 15 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000The world belongs to all of us - not to the one per cent
How did we get to the point where the President of the USA, whose physical and mental health would appear to be no better than that of the former president, Joe Biden, is holding the entire world to ransom without the rest of the world doing anything...