Impartial Reporter

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
A Nursing home in Lisnaskea have raised more than £1,000 for charity
A Lisnaskea nursing home has managed to raise more than £1,000 for charity.

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
60 people in County Fermanagh have received support from this innovative service
Sixty people from County Fermanagh have been referred to an innovative support service for victims of serious sexual offences.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:51:00 +0100
Nesting birds disturbed on Upper Lough Erne, PSNI reveal
The PSNI, in partnership with RSPB NI and NIEA, are issuing a timely reminder to the public of the importance of not disturbing our native breeding waders and other ground nesting birds.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Successful conference celebrates transformative £500,000 community programme
A successful conference has celebrated a transformative £500,000 community leadership programme.

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:35:45 +0100
New initiative to help people with dementia launched in Enniskillen
A new initiative to help people with dementia has been launched in Enniskillen

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 11:04:39 +0100
Enniskillen girls kick off determined campaign to wear trousers in school
Two determined Enniskillen schoolgirls have kicked off a campaign to allow girls to wear trousers at school

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
This initiative wants Fermanagh youth to end mental health silence
A programme in Fermanagh is encouraging people to break the silence around mental health.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:41:17 +0100
‘Why was he still singing?’: St. Macartin’s under scrutiny after Baxter conviction
Concerns have emerged over the handling of safeguarding matters within St. Macartin’s Cathedral following the conviction of former choir member David Baxter for sexually assaulting a schoolgirl.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:20:04 +0100
School distances itself from former board and principal
ERNE Integrated College has responded to concerns about safeguarding in the wake of the conviction of former teacher Dr Baxter — pointing to actions taken before the current leadership was in place.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:29:21 +0100
Frances Hunter: How a much-loved community worker still making a difference
A dedicated community worker from Irvinestown, who proudly received a royal honour in 2022, is still making a difference after her passing in January.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:56:00 +0100
Visitors of all ages are invited to CAFRE Enniskillen
VISITORS of all ages are invited to CAFRE Enniskillen this June as it takes part in Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend, which has proven to be a much-loved initiative celebrating Northern Ireland’s rich farming heritage.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:45:00 +0100
School responds to investigation into concerns around former teacher
THE Board of Governors at Integrated College has responded an investigation in today's Impartial Reporter which revealed that it did not adequately respond to concerns over former teacher and convicted sex offender, David Baxter.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:33:00 +0100
USCPA calls for stronger penalties after Enniskillen farmers convicted
THE USPCA has called for tougher sentencing after a father and son from Enniskillen were convicted of animal welfare charges.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:39:04 +0100
Community mourns following passing of Emily Rhodes
THE community of Ballinamallard is in mourning following the passing of well known local woman, Emily Rhodes.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:29:00 +0100
Historic farming photo offers a glimpse into the past
AN historic photo from our archives has offered a glimpse into life in yesteryear.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:23:00 +0100
New life on the farm also brings fresh husbandry challenges
THERE are plenty of lambs dotted around the countryside enjoying the good weather. Preparing for lambing is crucial for a successful lambing period.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:16:00 +0100
UFU dinner held in Tyrone raises over £3,000 for Rural Support
“Rural Support's primary mission is to assist farmers and farm families dealing with financial stress, physical and mental health issues, as well as addressing isolation and loneliness. They have a team of dedicated trained volunteers and are avail...

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:12:00 +0100
Youth leader who admitted sexual activity with teenage girl walks free from court
THE Public Prosecution Service (PPS) have been asked if they  consider if a sentence imposed was unduly lenient in the case of a Tyrone man who admitted to have sex with a teenage girl who was a long-term, regular attendee at the youth club were he ...

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:10:00 +0100
Seamus McGovern: Mourners hear of a life filled with love, sport, and family
ON Monday, mourners turned out to pay their final respects to well-known Enniskillen man Seamus McGovern.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:08:00 +0100
We need to close the vacuum of food education beyond farming families
During a farm visit, a pupil asked, “What colour of cow does the blue top milk come from?” The farmer replied, “Where do you think milk comes from?” The pupil answered; Asda.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:03:00 +0100
Stern debate and terse exchanges as councillors approve new £70m Forum
COUNCILLORS have approved a £70m redevelopment of the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum following a meeting marked by tense exchanges and sharp debate.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:03:00 +0100
Alleged air quality issues sees student drop out of course at SWC
A FORMER student has dropped out of South West College after experiencing "respiratory issues" allegedly linked to the campus building.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:01:00 +0100
PSNI challenged over 'no lawful purpose' claim to provide sex offender image
THE PSNI have been challenged after contending there is ‘no lawful purpose’ to release an image of a convicted sex offender whose identity was cloaked in court enforced anonymity until the press successfully argued against this.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:58:00 +0100
Lakeland Dairies reports profit of over £21 million
 

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:44:00 +0100
An unexpected harvest: Making hay while the sun shines in Florencecourt
THE old phrase "make hay while the sun shines" certainly rang true in Florencecourt last week.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 08:36:00 +0100
South Tyrone farmer is one of the best silage makers in Northern Ireland
A SOUTH Tyrone farmer has been recognised as a top silage maker in Northern Ireland. 

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Staff accuse school of failing to stop sex offender teacher
SERIOUS allegations of child protection failings, and staff intimidation have been levelled against Erne Integrated College, an investigation by The Impartial Reporter has found.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:18:00 +0100
Monthly storytelling evening returns to Culley's Bar with Sinead O’Brien
The second monthly Fermanagh Yarnspinners storytelling event returns to Culley’s Bar of Cornagrade with guest storyteller Sinéad O’Brien on 28 April at 7.30pm.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:40:00 +0100
‘I woke up in hospital with no memory’: Enniskillen woman’s meningitis battle
In February Sinead Tummon was rushed to A&E following a sever headache that would not subside with painkillers, due to bacterial meningitis.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:01:06 +0100
Convicted teacher Baxter 'sent unsolicited image of schoolgirl'
A former tutor at Enniskillen Integrated College has revealed how they received an unsolicited photograph from David Baxter – convicted last month of sexually assaulting a female pupil – showing a schoolgirl at the school in uniform and seated in...

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:44:05 +0100
Who knew what?: Mystery still surrounds resignation of governors
Mystery still surrounds the mass resignation of nine out of 11 members of Erne Integrated College’s board of governors in May 2023.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 10:10:13 +0100
‘We were let down’: Child safeguarding failings laid bare by staff at school
Staff at Erne Integrate College say they were “not listened to” by the Board of Governors and the school’s child protection officer before teacher David Baxter was found guilty of sexually assaulting a pupil. “Both the current and the previou...

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:36:12 +0100
Parent: ‘We told the school about the assault, they did nothing’
The parent of Baxter’s victim has criticised the response of Erne Integrated College after her daughter was sexually assaulted.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Bowler Hats and Beckett: Enniskillen comes alive for 'Oh My Godot!' festival
The first weekend of the ‘Oh my Godot’ festival kicked off in a unique fashion when students donning bowler hats walked through Enniskillen wheeling around large chess pieces as part of the first series of ‘Beckett Moves’.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
'The Councillors don’t realise how much this is affecting our lives'
300 people attended public meeting at Enniskillen Hotel regarding Lakeland Forum redevelopment.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
St. Michael's will honour priest who oversaw the building of the church 150 years ago
A stone plaque will be placed inside St. Michael's Church to honour Fr. James McNeil, who oversaw the building of the church's current site 150 years ago.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:56:57 +0100
Future business leaders celebrated at special SWC breakfast event
Future business leaders were celebrated at a special breakfast event at South West College.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 16:36:35 +0100
App launched by Fermanagh native for people with disabilities to find accommodation
A new app has been launched to help people with disabilities to help find suitable accommodation.

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:56:47 +0100
Eight new iPads presented to pupils at Dromore Controlled Primary School
Eight new iPads have been presented to pupils at Dromore Controlled Primary School

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Fifth PSNI officer retires while under investigation for Creswell case
Another PSNI officer has retired while under investigation into the mishandling of the Jonathan Creswell case, pushing the total who have quit up to five.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:16:47 +0100
Councillors approve £70m Lakeland Forum redevelopment
Councillors have voted to approve a £70 million redevelopment of the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:53:44 +0100
Major vote on new £70m Lakeland Forum imminent
COUNCILLORS will make their final decision on whether to proceed with the new Fermanagh Lakeland Forum tonight (Tuesday). 

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 17:32:49 +0100
Community in mourning following passing of Seamus Creegan
THE community of Enniskillen is in mourning following the passing of well known local man, Seamus Creeghan.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:06:00 +0100
Full scale of Lakeland Forum redevelopment revealed at public meeting
The Lakeland Forum redevelopment will now cost £70 million, according to SDLP Councillor Adam Gannon following public meeting in Enniskillen Hotel.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Cooneen Group's recent donation 'very well received' by SWAH children's ward
A children's hospital ward in Enniskillen has received a "fantastic" donation this week.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 14:01:00 +0100
Tyrone village to introduce Neighbourhood Watch Scheme after spate of burglaries
A Neighbourhood Watch scheme is to be set up in Caledon after a spate of recent burglaries in the area. The decision was made at a meeting of village residents on Monday night at The Woolstore Daycare.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
'The best decision' - Belleek woman earns university place after apprenticeship
A young woman from Belleek has secured multiple unconditional offers to study dentistry at University after completing an apprenticeship.

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
'A wonderful opportunity' - Fermanagh group celebrate charity milestones
A Fermanagh fundraising group has recently celebrated a milestone.

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:39:56 +0100
PSNI at the scene of road traffic collision
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Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:23:05 +0100
'Challenging and exhausting': The impact of wildfires on firefighters
FIRE Service staff worked through "challenging and exhausting" conditions to deal with several wildfires across Fermanagh, the Chief Fire and Rescue Officer has said.

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