Splash! That is exactly what hardy Enniskillen swimmer John Vaughan has been doing for years.

POLICE in Enniskillen are appealing for any witnesses who may have observed a white van driving dangerously or acting suspiciously in the town in the early hours of this morning.

Here are another range of local schools celebrating their students' GCSE results last week.

WELL-KNOWN journalist, Julian Fowler, has been announced as the host of this year's Impartial Reporter Community Champion Awards, in association with Encirc.

A FORMER Enniskillen company that entered voluntary liquidation this month owes almost £140,000 to HMRC.

Schools, staff and students have been reacting to the GCSE results attained across the area. Here, The Impartial Reporter has spoken with principals across the area, who were all full of praise for their students’ results, wishing them well for the...

More than 200 people packed into Gillaroo Hall Community Centre in Garrison for a public meeting organised by campaign group Save Our Acute Services (SOAS), as concern continues to grow over the future of emergency general surgery at the South West A...

A 50-year-old former referee from West Tyrone has become the oldest probationer ever in An Garda Síochána.

DOCUMENTS obtained via Freedom of Information (FoI) have revealed how "thick dust" within the training kitchens at South West College resulted in grave health fears and saw major tension ignite between students, staff, and management.

South West College will reopen to first year full time further education students on Monday, September 1.

EVERY now and then intense investigative journalism is essential in order to bring the complete story to readers, and this is one of them.

THE grounds of Kesh NFC fell silent on Saturday in memory of the late Dale Virtue, who sadly passed away in Sydney, Australia.

A humble fundraising hero has been shortlisted for an Impartial Reporter Community Champion Award in association with Encirc in recognition of his role as the “heartbeat of fundraising” in County Fermanagh.

Knockninny Parish preparing for a Walk of Hope on September 6 at St. Ninnidh's Well in Derrylin, as part of the Catholic Church’s 2025 Jubilee of Hope.

Five girls from the Erne Highland Dancers have been selected to take part in the prestigious Belfast International Tattoo, which will be held at the SSE Arena on September 5th and 6th.

The quiet main street of Magheraveely buzzed with excited crowds eagerly awaiting the village’s annual Tractor Run and Fair Day on Sunday, August 24.

A Newtownbutler mother of four, Michelle Sherlock (33) has undergone three laparoscopic surgeries to diagnose endometriosis and adenomyosis.

Following the passing of her aunt, Vanessa Whyte, and cousins, James and Sarah Rutledge in July, Galway native Danielle Whyte has organised a fundraiser in their honour.

Last Thursday, August 21, marked the eighth anniversary of the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute for Victims of Terrorism.

Plans for a new 5G mast in Irvinestown were submitted for approval in early August, with the potential to improve connectivity in Fermanagh.

The agricultural show season has continued to enjoy the prolonged spell of warm, sunny weather seen this summer and Virginia Show was no exception last Wednesday, August 20.

In her column, Bernadette McAliskey argues that Northern Ireland’s education system prioritises grades and reputation over genuine learning and well-being.

A new wind turbine in Lackaghboy will be fitted with shadow flicker software following concerns about the nuisance caused by rotating blade shadows.

A LOCAL historian, shopkeeper and storyteller has been shortlisted for an Impartial Reporter Community Champion Award, in association with Encirc, in recognition of his contribution to the border village of Blacklion.

Undated family handout file photo of Columba McVeigh, who was murdered and secretly buried by the Provisional IRA.

More than 50 years after his death, Staff Sergeant Ronald Beckett, a bomb disposal officer from Hereford, will be honoured in a memorial service and plaque dedication in Pettigo, County Donegal.

A RETIRED minister who served as Dean of Clogher has been laid to rest outside his beloved Derryvullen North Parish Church. 

As summer draws to a close, Fermanagh is seeing a shift to darker skies, with wet and windy conditions expected in the final days of August.

End of an era for the popular Enniskillen fast food business Bigfoot Spuds as Gareth and Alex Prescott will serve their last spud this Saturday, August 29.

Seventeen-year-old Eden Cathcart rowed across Lough Erne last Saturday, 23 August, in memory of her grandfather, raising funds for two charities.

Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) has called on the Western Trust to “fully consider 20 recommendations identified” outlined in their integrated Roadmap.

Fundraiser launched for Kinawley man James Allan after serious Bali motorcycle accident. GoFundMe aims to help cover his medical and recovery costs.

Architect-turned-artist Richard Pierce reflects on life, love, and legacy from his Derrygonnelly home, shaped by Fermanagh’s landscape, struggles, and creativity.

There are plenty of events coming up on the Clogher Diocese calendar.

A book chronicling the life of Lord Trimble is set to be launched.

The Slieve Russell Hotel in Ballyconnell, County Cavan has been shortlisted for the Age Friendly Business Innovation Award at the 2025 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards.

A new study has revealed that trust in local media has grown significantly over the past year.

A 44-year-old man has appeared in court on motoring and immigration charges.

JUST over a week after appearing in court charged in connection with the attempted murder of former DCI John Caldwell, two Tyrone men have been granted bail.

AgriSearch will hold a GrassCheck Dairy farm walk on Cappagh Farm, at 71 Strathroy Road, Omagh on Thursday, September 4 at 12.30pm.

THE Western Health and Social Care Trust (WHSCT) will provide an update on the temporary suspension of Emergency General Surgery (EGS) at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) as part of an upcoming board meeting.

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has recorded one of the lowest borrowing debt levels among Northern Ireland councils, as new figures reveal a mixed financial picture across the region.

THE community of Irvinestown has been plunged into mourning following the passing of a highly-respected minister and former Dean of Clogher. 

Matthew Nelson, a Carrybridge local, who has volunteered with Carrybridge Lifeboat for the past five and a half years, has successfully completed his Navigator Pass Out. This is a new role under the RNLI’s new OCF competency structure.

THE Royal Black Institution will mark the finale of the parading season with major 'Last Saturday' demonstrations this Saturday, August 30.

Join runners from across Fermanagh for the Lisnaskea 5K Run/Walk on Friday, 29 August, beginning at 7pm.

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78-year-old John Carron from the Macken area in West Fermanagh is, “on paper”, a retired principal of Dowra village school County Cavan whose unwavering commitment to the growth of the Irish language has spanned more than four decades

A Tina Turner tribute act, Proud Mary and Her City Limits Band, fronted by Amanda Lane, will perform at Enniskillen’s Killyhevlin Hotel on September 12.

The Church of Ireland and Roman Catholic bishops of the Diocese of Clogher have joined growing calls against the proposed permanent closure of emergency surgery services at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) in Enniskillen.