Impartial Reporter

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:36:23 +0100
Concern growing for teenage girl missing from Cavan
Gardaí have issued an appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a 15-year-old girl who has been reported missing in Co. Cavan.

Fri, 01 May 2026 18:18:13 +0100
Car on fire in Kesh as emergency services attend scene of incident
Emergency services are in attendance after a fire in a car in Fermanagh this evening.

Fri, 01 May 2026 16:49:24 +0100
Investigation launched after Nazi flag seen flying in Donegal
An investigation has been launched after a Nazi flag was seen flying in Donegal last month.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:49:43 +0100
Critically endangered birds rescued from Fermanagh fire
Firefighters rescued eggs laid by a critically endangered bird during a gorse fire in Brookeborough yesterday.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:08:30 +0100
Fermanagh gorse fire believed to have been started deliberately
A gorse fire in Brookeborough is believed to have been deliberately ignited.

Fri, 01 May 2026 13:58:41 +0100
Man arrested in Fermanagh as part of Metropolitan Police investigation
The PSNI have arrested a man in Kesh on behalf of the Metropolitan Police.

Fri, 01 May 2026 12:24:19 +0100
Funding boost for Fermanagh festivals and events
A fresh wave of support is set to boost a busy events agenda across the Fermanagh and Omagh district.

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:06:59 +0100
R J Mitten & Sons now hiring in Fermanagh
R J Mitten & Sons Ltd is seeking to recruit an experienced HGV / Heavy Plant Mechanic for a full-time position based at its Lisnaskea site.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:14:38 +0100
Bumper summer activities line-up for young people in Fermanagh and Omagh
A bumper line-up of summer events returns.

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:31:57 +0100
Global firm seeks accounting technician to join Enniskillen team
A leading global energy markets technology company is offering an exciting career opportunity for a motivated Accounting Technician to join its growing team in Enniskillen.

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:36:27 +0100
Shared Education Day turns into culinary adventure
Pupils and staff were delighted when their Shared Education Day turned into a food extravaganza.

Fri, 01 May 2026 09:18:04 +0100
Price of fish and chips set to skyrocket due to Iran war and 'exceptional costs'
Britain is set to see an increase in the cost of fish and chips.

Fri, 01 May 2026 15:16:09 +0100
'Pressure makes diamonds': Kai's journey from homelessness to independence
A young man who became homeless after caring for his terminally ill father has spoken about how he rebuilt his life with the support of Centrepoint

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:54:01 +0100
85 firefighters involved in battling Fermanagh gorse blaze
More than 80 firefighters were in attendance to battle a blaze in Brookeborough this evening.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:36:00 +0100
Fire crews battle 'large gorse fire' in Fermanagh as public told to stay away
Fire crews are currently battling a large gorse fire in Fermanagh.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:57:34 +0100
Sadness after death of popular Donegal hotelier after illness
There is immense sadness in Donegal after the death of a popular hotelier.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:17:58 +0100
Tyrone pig farmer part of newly-elected UFU leadership team
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has announced their newly elected leadership team following its Annual General Meeting (AGM), which includes a pig farmer from South Tyrone and a hill farmer from Claudy in Londonderry.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:51:46 +0100
Sex offender claims he was forced out of home due to 'community tensions'
A convicted sex-offender who claims he was forced out of his home due to community tensions, has appeared in court for breaching a Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO) and allegedly attacking his partner’s relatives after they took him in.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:48:19 +0100
HSENI: Farm kids, farm life - and the simple steps that keep children safe
Growing up on a farm has taught me lessons that have stayed with me for life.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:26:30 +0100
Major supermarket announces plans to open new Fermanagh store
Marks & Spencer and Elm Grange Ltd have submitted a planning application to Fermanagh and Omagh District Council for a new, state-of-the-art Foodhall at Lakelands Retail Park, Enniskillen, as part of M&S’s ongoing store rotation programme.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:32:53 +0100
Charity golf event raises £12,000 for children's hospice
A charity golf competition has raised £12,000 in support of the Northern Ireland Children's Hospice.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:15:04 +0100
Darts competition raises funds for two worthwhile causes
A charity darts competition has raised funds for local causes, bringing together members of the local community in support of dementia and stroke services.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:26:47 +0100
James Morrison seeks to create new opportunities for YFCU members
The Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster (YFCU) are proud to announce that James Morrison has joined the 2026 Presidential team as Vice President.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:19:49 +0100
£11m construction of new Tyrone primary school begins
Education Minister Paul Givan has cut the first sod on a major capital construction project at Edendork Primary School near Dungannon.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:06:27 +0100
Education Minister approves enhancement works for St. Mary's PS
Enhancement works for St. Mary's Primary School in Newtownbutler will progress to the construction stage following an annoucement from Education Minister, Paul Givan.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:58:00 +0100
Bernadette McAliskey: Supposed conspiracy is often explained by incompetence
One of the many gems of good advice I have been given over time was not to look for conspiracy where incompetence provides the explanation.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:29:00 +0100
Breaking the cycle: A letter to the next generation
We were already carrying too much. So we built something new, piece by fragile piece.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Lambs bask in the Spring sunshine following busy lambing season
Farmers Emma and Rodney Balfour have completed a busy lambing period at Mullygarry Farm near Letterbreen, Co. Fermanagh, with the new arrivals now taking full advantage of the recent spring sunshine.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:53:00 +0100
Helpline provides vital support to FQAS producers
The Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) is reminding producers that support is available through its Farm Quality Assurance Scheme (FQAS) helpline.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:47:00 +0100
Paul Breen: Violence we condemn and violence we celebrate
There is, at present, a great deal of public conversation about domestic violence, about male violence against women, about coercion, control, and abuse behind closed doors. It is right that this conversation is happening. It is long overdue

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0100
Expert repeats call for mandatory domestic violence offender registration
“Should new powers or responsibilities be introduced, we will work with partners to implement them effectively and responsibly” - Detective Superintendent Brennan

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
The names beyond the data: Fermanagh’s older murders still demand answers
Across Northern Ireland, official figures on violence against women are often drawn from a defined window - five years, sometimes less. But what about the deaths of women and children at the hands of violent men before that time?

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
I am a victim of Philip O'Shea, I fear the day he walks the streets again
A young woman who was a victim of serial stalker Philip O’Shea admits she is terrified of what will happen when he is released from prison.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
'He Meant Every Word' – Mother breaks silence on psychological abuse
"You’re a mess.”

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Why didn’t she leave? Abuse survivor reveals the truth behind staying
It is a question that is often asked: “why didn’t you just leave him?”

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
‘I was in the room with the devil’: Domestic violence survivor speaks out
A domestic abuse survivor has bravely recounted the horrifying moment her ex-partner tried to strangle her, saying she believed she was going to die.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
'I blame him for taking away the mother my child deserves to have'
For many people, domestic abuse is about the physical side of it.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
She was 14, he was 40: Ciara Dempsey’s story of abuse and survival
It is almost 20 years since Ciara Dempsey was able to escape from an abusive relationship.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:35:40 +0100
NI Water reminds farmers to check for leaks as Spring supplies in full flow
As spring progresses and livestock return to outdoor grazing, NI Water is reminding farmers to check their land and farm buildings for water leaks.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 07:09:00 +0100
The role of firearms in violence against women - and the urgent need for action
The killing of a woman and her two children with a legally held firearm in Maguiresbridge last year occurred as the Women's Resource and Development Agency (WRDA) was conducting research into the role of firearms in violence against women and girls.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:55:36 +0100
Fermanagh MLA 'thrilled' after £45m announced for grammar school
Democratic Unionist MLA Deborah Erskine has welcomed a £45 million investment for Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, announced by the Education Minister.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:26:52 +0100
Laurence Speight: We have lived through times of plenty, but must remain cautious
The idea of preparing for a rainy day, of having savings to pay for an unexpected setback such as repairing a much needed home appliance or buying your child a new pair of shoes is an intrinsic part of our culture.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:16:07 +0100
Fundraiser in memory of Tyrone man raises over £10,000
A fundraising appeal that was launched to support the family of a young Drumquin man who tragically died earlier this year has raised over £10,000.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:27:49 +0100
Fermanagh primary pupils raise funds for vital cause
Pupils and staff from Brookeborough's primary schools have raised funds for a vital cause.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:39:19 +0100
Minister praises road crews after 10,000 repairs in just eight weeks
Road crews have repaired 10,000 defects in just eight weeks as part of a major push to tackle damage caused by severe winter weather, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has said.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:17:53 +0100
Punching up: Enniskillen gym raises thousands as members step into the ring
Members of an Enniskillen gym have stepped into the ring to test their endurance while raising thousands of pounds to support young people across the district.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:01:14 +0100
Motorcyclists take to the roads for May bank holiday as Gardaí issue warning
An Garda Síochána and the Road Safety Authority have urged all road users to slow down and remain alert ahead of the May Bank Holiday weekend, as a major nationwide enforcement operation gets underway.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:23:39 +0100
Fermanagh secondary school seeks special needs classroom assistants
St Michael’s College, Enniskillen, is seeking to appoint dedicated and enthusiastic Classroom Assistants (Special Needs) to join its team from September 2026.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0100
Community Champion 2026: What you need to know
The Impartial Reporter is thrilled to launch the 3rd annual Community Champion Awards 2026 in association with Encirc.

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 06:30:00 +0100
Rosalyn Millar: We need to ask why abusers continue
When I first began researching domestic abuse in 2020, 20 women had been killed in domestic homicides. Six years on, that number has risen by ten. Some of those women were known to police, others were not.

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