Impartial Reporter

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
'Part of the furniture’: Debbie Burleigh celebrates 25 years at Leslie’s Bakery
On June 20, 2001, Debbie Burleigh walked through the doors of Leslie’s as a quiet young woman who wasn’t even keen on going out to get lunch herself.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Young woman helping to shape the future of farming
Faith Gould is part of a new generation of young women helping to shape the future of agriculture, combining strong family roots in farming with education, practical experience and active involvement in the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster (YFCU).

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Meet the Fermanagh woman turning passion for painting into thriving side role
For Erica Johnston, art has always been there in the background.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Bernadette McAliskey: we could learn a lot from the rhythm of the drum
Relaxing in my backyard a few nights ago, the rhythmic sounds of drumming practice drifted in my direction on a very light breeze.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Roses, resilience and rural life - inside the ministry of Rev. Rebecca Guildea
From Oxford to Lough Melvin, from anorexia to a vibrant faith: Reverend Rebecca Guildea’s story is rooted in prayer, pink roses and a parish that has become her family.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100
‘Farming was his life’: Wife pays heartfelt tribute to Mark Johnston
For those who knew Mark Johnston, he was a man whose life was defined by hard work, kindness and an unwavering love for farming.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:00:54 +0100
Seven people and a dog rescued in two Lough Erne RNLI callouts
Enniskillen RNLI volunteers were called into action twice over the final weeks of June after separate incidents involving vessels on Lower Lough Erne.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:31:11 +0100
Clarification sought over Enniskillen branch after banking giant announcement
Diana Armstrong has called for clarification on the future of the Halifax branch in Enniskillen.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:45:09 +0100
SDLP member announces decision to leave party
Ciara Dempsey has announced her decision to leave the Social Democratic and Labour Party (SDLP), saying the move came after considerable reflection over recent months.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:55:29 +0100
Application seeks modular cabins for holiday letting in Fermanagh town
An application has been made for development of modular cabins for holiday letting in Lisnaskea.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:36:09 +0100
Tributes paid to beloved daughter, mother and sister following her passing
Ciara Carron, who recently passed away, will be “forever loved and deeply missed by all who knew her,” the Ederney Community Development Trust have said in a heartfelt tribute.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:27:03 +0100
Derrylin man pleads not guilty to indecent child images charges
A Derrylin man has pleaded not guilty to multiple new charges relating to indecent child imagery and breaching court orders imposed to monitor his behaviour and protect the public.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:59:50 +0100
MLA whose mother was in a mother-and-baby home backs new inquiry
Sinn Féin MLA Áine Murphy has hailed the passing of legislation to establish an inquiry into Mother and Baby Institutions, Magdalene Laundries and Workhouses as a “significant step in restoring identity and, more importantly, dignity” for victi...

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:20:55 +0100
'Legendary' teacher at school retiring after 40 years
The Royal School Dungannon community is preparing to say farewell to long‑serving Deputy Head, Mr. Richard Clingan, who is retiring after an extraordinary 40 years at the school.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:20:17 +0100
Investigation launched after 'ransack' of home in Fermanagh
An investigation has been launched after a house in Newtownbutler was burgled over the weekend.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:20:56 +0100
Case involving man accused of assault and public order offence pushed back
An Enniskillen man, who is facing two assault charges and a public order charge, had his case put back for a week, for attitude, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:18:57 +0100
"Very painful" - body recovered from Lough Erne confirmed to be Lyndsey Rankin
The family of County Tyrone native Lyndsey Rankin have asked that donations in her memory be directed to search and rescue organisations, following the discovery of her body after a major multi-agency search on Lower Lough Erne.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:48:30 +0100
Man jailed over premeditated hammer raid on Enniskillen home
A so-called ‘vigilante’ who smashed his way into a house intending to seriously assault the occupant, targeting the wrong person and property, has been jailed.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:32:54 +0100
'Cherished' Mrs McDonald retires from Saint Kevin's College, Lisnaskea
Saint Kevin’s College has paid tribute to long-serving teacher Mrs. Evelene MacDonald as she begins her well-earned retirement after years of dedicated service to the school community.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:44:23 +0100
Criminal damage on Coalisland Main Street 'race motivated'
Police in Dungannon are appealing for information after criminal damage, believed to be race motivated, was reported in the Main Street area of Coalisland.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:11:09 +0100
Call for council to respond to draft education authority consultation
Councillor Gael Gildernew (SF) has asked Mid Ulster District Council officers to take part in a public consultation on a draft Refreshed Special Educational Needs (SEN) Framework for Specialist Provision.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:05:42 +0100
Concerns over Warm Healthy Homes Fund eligibility criteria
Councillor Clement Cuthbertson has called on Mid Ulster District Council to urge the Department for Communities (DfC) to increase the eligibility threshold for household income, so that more Mid Ulster residents can benefit from the Warm Healthy Home...

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:22:23 +0100
Halifax brand to vanish after 173 years as Lloyds confirms major banking overhaul
Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed the Halifax brand will be phased out. Here's what it means for your account, sort code, bank cards, branches and app.

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 09:27:30 +0100
From difficult beginnings to teacher and a life rebuilt through determination
A man who experienced housing instability during his teenage years has spoken about the positive impact a youth charity had on his journey to independence.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:10:33 +0100
Man to stand trial for sexual assault on child and breaching SOPO
A Fivemiletown man is to stand trial on charges of sexually assaulting a female child and Breaching a Sexual Offences Order (SOPO), which allegedly occurred almost four years ago.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:36:24 +0100
Key timelines and tips for successful autumn reseeding
For many farmers, autumn reseeding represents one of the most important opportunities of the year to reset pasture performance.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:04:14 +0100
Fermanagh landmarks to be lit up in July for international events
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is set to light up two of the area’s best-known landmarks this July to mark a series of significant international events and awareness initiatives.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:39:46 +0100
Minister orders report after claims over SWAH consultation
Sinn Féin MLA Jemma Dolan has said she was left “really shocked” after hearing claims from Health Minister Mike Nesbitt that the Western Health and Social Care Trust had engaged extensively with local stakeholders on its vision for health servic...

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:44:58 +0100
This year's Lady of the Lake Festival is 'a journey through time'
When visitors arrive in Irvinestown this July, they may notice something unusual before the festival even begins.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:36:11 +0100
Clogher man accused of serious injury driving charge appears in court
A Clogher man has appeared in court in relation to a road traffic collision in which serious injury was caused to a woman.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:11:41 +0100
Tributes flow in for 'lovely gentleman' after death of Mark Johnston
There is sadness across Fermanagh and South Tyrone after the death of a much-loved husband.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:47:41 +0100
Family of Lyndsey Rankin informed as body found in search for missing woman
A body has been found in the search for missing woman Lyndsey Rankin.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:29:07 +0100
Call for action over 'dangerous' double corners in Letterbreen
Diana Armstrong MLA has renewed calls for urgent safety improvements at the notorious ‘Double Corners’ on the Letterbreen road, after newly obtained data revealed four recorded collisions at the site over the past five years.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:28:36 +0100
Fermanagh bridge closed after road traffic accident
A bridge connecting Derrylin and Lisnaskea is currently closed after a road traffic accident.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:03:05 +0100
Drumharvey Pipe Band’s inaugural parade strikes a chord in Irvinestown
Drumharvey Pipe Band Irvinestown’s first annual parade took place on Friday, May 8, 2026, with crowds lining the route to enjoy an evening of music and celebration.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:16:04 +0100
Olympians mentor Fermanagh students to build resilience through sport
Devenish College joins Lidl Northern Ireland’s Sport for Good 2025/26, receiving athlete mentorship and sports equipment to boost pupils’ mental health.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:40:05 +0100
Fermanagh man drove tractor into parked car outside village pub
A Newtownbutler man, who drove his tractor into a parked car in the village, has been given a suspended jail sentence, a fine and banned from driving at Enniskillen Magistrates Court on Monday.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:34:47 +0100
Bench warrant issued after defendant failed to appear at court
A bench warrant has been issued for a defendant who failed to appear at Enniskillen Magistrates Court on a charge of burglary on Monday.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:20:52 +0100
Historic convention returns to Enniskillen with message of hope
A historic convention is set to return with a message of hope and renewal.

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:19:44 +0100
Arts groups to benefit after closure of Fermanagh arts festival
Fermanagh arts groups receive funds from the closure of Fermanagh Arts Festival Ltd/FLive, supporting local organisations like Fermanagh Film Club and Choral Society.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:55:47 +0100
'I shall miss him' - Mike Nesbitt pays tribute to 'mentor' Tom Frawley
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has led tributes to Dr. Tom Frawley CBE following his sudden death last week, describing him as one of Northern Ireland’s most distinguished public servants.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:35:42 +0100
Man accused of attacking dog given court date
A 45-year-old man has been given a court date after allegedly attacking a dog on Sunday.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:39:20 +0100
Co Fermanagh founder's product helps farmers cut reliance on lime
In a challenging time for farming, when input costs are rising and sustainability pressures are growing, Eco Eggshell is offering a simple, proven way to improve soil health – and reduce reliance on traditional lime.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:08:11 +0100
Unlicensed Fermanagh driver jailed for killing pregnant mum in drunk driving crash
A County Fermanagh woman who knocked down and killed a pregnant mother-of-one and seriously injured her mother and young daughter has been jailed.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:02:16 +0100
Stick with the programme: Reseeding for increased performance
Perennial ryegrass-dominated swards will outperform older, less productive swards due to their higher yield and forage quality, resulting in increased meat and milk production

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:50:40 +0100
Omagh Show 2026: the agricultural event returns for its 184th year
The Omagh Show returns this week for its 184th year, and it remains one of the standout fixtures in the local calendar – a celebration of farming, family and the best of rural community life.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:07:19 +0100
Trial date set for Fermanagh mother and son charged with child abuse
A trial date has been fixed in the case of a mother and son extradited from Malta on multiple charges of child abuse.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:59:33 +0100
£3,500 reward offered for information following rural thefts
Crimestoppers is offering a £3,500 reward for information following a number of rural thefts across the South Area.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:45:22 +0100
Fermanagh student leaves Queen's University with Master's degree
A Fermanagh student has been praised for her hard work after graduating from Queen’s University Belfast with a Master’s degree.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:31:31 +0100
Person hospitalised after early hours fire in Omagh
A person has been taken to hospital following a fire at a property in Market Street, Omagh, in the early hours of Sunday morning.

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