Impartial Reporter
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:25:00 +0100Council receive no complaints around online dump booking, FOI reveals
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council has not received any formal complaints relating to a potential move to an online booking system for its refuse centres.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:22:00 +0100Department 'oversight' sees mining licences relinquished
AN anti-mining group has welcomed a departmental decision to re-consult on local mining licences due to an "oversight" regarding a public notice.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:17:00 +0100Library demolition could see discovery of 'archaeological deposits'
IT is possible that "subsurface archaeological deposits" will be uncovered when Enniskillen Library is demolished for redevelopment.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:13:00 +0100Meet the team who are offering hope to those struggling with gambling
THE rise of online gambling is having an untold impact on families on both sides of the Border, yet many sufferers do not seek help until it is too late, a local addiction specialist has warned.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 09:09:00 +0100Fermanagh man handed additional prison sentence for unpaid driving fines
A Fermanagh man who is currently behind bars for non-recent child sexual abuse offences has received a further three-week prison sentence for unpaid driving fines.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:51:00 +0100Derrylin sisters raise vital funds for local heart charity
Two Derrylin sisters have gone the extra mile for a local charity and raised over £12,000 to honour the memory of their father, who tragically died of a cardiac arrest 10 years ago.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:48:00 +0100Murdered mother and children ‘together and finally safe’, funeral hears
The murder of a mother and her two children in County Fermanagh has shaken the community “to its core”, mourners have heard.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:46:00 +0100PSNI removes caravan while HE seek legal advice over issues in Ballinmallard
The Housing Executive (HE) has confirmed that it is seeking legal advice regarding a property in Ballinamallard following concerns about criminal and anti-social behaviour.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:43:00 +0100Algae linked to death of several fish on Lower Lough Erne
Blue-green algae has been linked to the death of several fish in Lower Lough Erne, prompting fresh concerns over water quality in the region.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:40:00 +0100Kesh: A close-knit village where community spirit thrives
OUR recent visit to Kesh may have been beset by rain, but the ever-changing weather certainly did not dampen the spirit of residents and visitors alike.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:36:00 +0100Sovereign Grand Master reflects on hugely successful parade in Derrygonnelly
THE Sovereign Grand Master of the Royal Black Institution has hailed what was a hugely successful and meaningful day for the local community in Derrygonnelly.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:35:00 +0100Carmel bids emotional farewell to Maternity Services at SWAH
After many dedicated years of service, Carmel Maguire, Maternity Support Worker at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), has officially retired, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, professionalism and heartfelt care.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:22:00 +0100Community bid final farewell to 'much-loved' Enniskillen midwife
Mary Reihill, of Menapin Way, Enniskillen, passed away peacefully at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) on Monday, surrounded by her loving family.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:51:00 +0100DfI and Council take action on 'noncompliant' retail park entrance
TWO statutory bodies have launched action after it emerged that access to the new Lakeland Retail Park does not comply with planning regulations.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 11:30:51 +0100Woman in her 70s dies following house fire
A woman in her seventies has died following a house fire in the Derrycush Park area of Aughnacloy.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0100Masked man allegedly points firearm at woman outside house in Tyrone
PSNI are investigating a report of a masked man who allegedly pointed a firearm at a woman in the Omagh area on Wednesday night, August 6.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100Life-saving surgery delayed due to lack of EGS at SWAH
Patrice Maguire shared her painful battle with appendicitis and the delay of surgery in 2023, due to the lack of Emergency General Surgery at SWAH.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100Beloved school secretary retires after 33 years of service
Beloved school secretary, Helen Thompson, retires after more than 30 years of "consistent, dedicated, and skilled service" to Enniskillen Model Primary School.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100Economic growth hinges on healthcare, say Fermanagh businesses amid SWAH debate
Fiacre O'Donnell, Sustainability Director at Encirc, spoke for a local business group welcoming the pause on permanent removal of Emergency General Surgery at SWAH.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:45:00 +0100'A few hours could save a life': Niamh urges others to join stem cell register
A young woman from Fermanagh has donated her stem cells in a procedure that could potentially save the life of a patient with blood cancer, all thanks to a conversation that started over a decade ago.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100A wonderful range of entries and results at this year's Clogher Valley Show
Once again, the Clogher Valley Show produced a wide variety of winners in several largely agriculture-related categories, celebrating everything from supreme animal breeds to top-class vegetables. The winners included the following categories.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Kesh: A close-knit village where community spirit thrives
OUR recent visit to Kesh may have been beset by rain, but the ever-changing weather certainly did not dampen the spirit of residents and visitors alike.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Farm walk explores the growing advantages of clover swards
A FERMANAGH farmer recently welcomed his peers for an event showcasing the value of clover to nature-friendly agriculture. Roy Mayers, a member of the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) Northern Ireland, hosted around 30 farmers for the event at ...
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Digging deep into old traditions with ‘The Ministry of Mumming’ expert
By his own admission, Jim Ledwith is a townie from Cornagrade housing estate close to Kilmacormack. Tongue in cheek, he explains that what differentiated Cornagraders from ‘Kilimuckers’ was that most Cornagraders were originally from the countrys...
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Laurence Speight: We are devouring the future - what will we leave our children?
Aside from the exceedingly disturbing daily news coverage about the ongoing genocide in Palestine, Putin’s war on Ukraine – and the occasional account on the war in Sudan in which an estimated 24.6 million people are suffering acute hunger – ar...
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Kerrie Flood: How do we ‘get a handle’ on grim violence against women?
On July 10, I wrote in this paper about the murder of Sarah Montgomery. I did my best to scream through the ink on the pages that we had reached the ceiling on how many times we can offer condolences before the words become hollow. Now, 13 days later...
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +0100Bernadette McAliskey on the wait for Society to change and value women’s rights
The mortal remains of Vanessa Whyte (45) and both her children, James (14) and Sara (13) Rutledge, have now been laid to rest. May they rest in peace. The man who murdered them in their own home and then sought to evade the consequences of his action...
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100A life of kindness and care: Mandy Corrigan’s remembered by family
Well-known Enniskillen woman Mandy Corrigan [58] passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July, 30 .
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100Finalists revealed for 2025 Community Champion Awards
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100‘A man of God’: Archdeacon Cecil Pringle laid to rest at Rossorry
The late Venerable Cecil Pringle, Archdeacon Emeritus of the Diocese of Clogher was laid to rest last week.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100Sports camp forced to relocate due to 'intolerable odour' from factory
A County Tyrone GAA Club has been forced to move its summer camp ten miles away because of an “intolerable” odour coming from a nearby compost factory.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0100'Deadly Silence' bestseller list as new titles make their mark
Waterstones Enniskillen highlights Deadly Silence as top seller; new book picks include works by Phillips, Cavanagh, Knapp, and Howarth.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 20:00:00 +0100Nesbitt: Removal of Emergency Surgery at SWAH ‘not a done deal’
HEALTH Minister Mike Nesbitt has stressed that the removal of Emergency General Surgery (EGS) at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) "isn't a done deal" after recently ordering the Western Trust to pause a "besieged" consultation on the issue.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 15:00:00 +0100Sick animal died during welfare inspection on Fermanagh farm
A DAERA welfare inspection at a Fermanagh farm found "a large amount of lame animals", which were being kept in "dirty conditions", with a water drinker that was "contaminated with dung", a court has heard.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:08:00 +0100Schools entries on view this weekend as part of Fermanagh Show
Thousands of entries from Fermanagh schoolchildren will be on view this weekend at Enniskillen Campus, CAFRE as part of Fermanagh Farming Society's 2025 reduced show.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0100'The people of Fermanagh have found their voice': hundreds crowd SOAS meeting
Crowds of over 400 people flooded the Westville Hotel to attend the Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) public meeting on Tuesday evening [August 5].
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:37:11 +0100Dreams come true for Fermanagh Rose as she prepares to take to the Tralee stage
The Fermanagh Rose has shared her excitement about representing her county in the Rose of Tralee.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100Hundreds honour Enniskillen dad and sportsman with Cuilcagh trail memorial walk
On the morning of Michael Kerr’s Month’s Mind Mass, scores of family, friends and teammates gathered to honour his memory.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100Cuilcagh Mountain trek returns to mark World Suicide Prevention Day
A trek is set to return this September as part of efforts to promote conversation around suicide prevention.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 16:47:48 +0100LIVE: Council Chair to address public meeting on SWAH's future tonight
Updates from The Impartial Reporter as Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) host a public meeting in the Westville Hotel, Enniskillen.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 19:46:29 +0100Fermanagh man named among Northern Ireland’s new changemakers
LEWIS McVitty has been named as one of just 28 people selected for the prestigious Fellowship Programme run by the Centre for Democracy and Peace Building.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:20:00 +0100'Substantial update' provided in 'complex' catfishing case
The case of Scott Toothill (36) of Glendarragh Park, Ederney was discussed at Enniskillen Magistrates' Court on Monday.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 11:32:29 +0100Carrybridge RNLI assist five people in separate rescues
CARRYBRIDGE RNLI has assisted five people in separate rescues over a 24-hour period.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:36:59 +0100Enniskillen roadworks causing major delays for drivers
MAJOR traffic disruption is being experienced in Enniskillen this morning (Tuesday) as a result of planned lane closures.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:09:50 +0100Police investigate criminal damage to moored boat
Police in Fermanagh are appealing for witnesses to criminal damage of a moored boat.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 08:14:00 +0100Heavier fines needed to curb speeding ‘epidemic’, says senior PSNI officer
Heavier fines may be needed to combat an “epidemic” of speeding motorists in Northern Ireland, a senior police officer has said.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:36:36 +0100Belcoo doctor becomes first Fermanagh woman to swim the English Channel
A doctor from Belcoo has made waves across Fermanagh and beyond after becoming the first woman from the county to successfully swim the English Channel.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:18:00 +0100Church leaders demand return of Emergency Surgery to SWAH
A group of prominent church leaders from across Fermanagh has issued an impassioned open letter urging Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and the Chief Executive Officer of the Western Trust to reverse plans to permanently remove emergency general surgery ...
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 17:10:00 +0100Staff and clients face uncertainty as care provider set to end services in Fermanagh
Hundreds of homecare service users across Fermanagh are set to be transferred to new providers after North West Care announced it will cease operations in the region later this year.
Tue, 05 Aug 2025 17:17:08 +0100Murphy: 'Trust must ensure no one is left behind in care changes'
Áine Murphy has urged the Western Health and Social Care Trust to ensure that rural communities across Fermanagh are not adversely affected by the forthcoming changes to homecare provision in the county.