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Thu, 13 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Farm shop expands as award-winning Fermanagh jam business looks to future
What began as a 25-year-old jam business has grown into a thriving farm shop and coffee destination, with its owners now hoping to attract visitors from across Fermanagh and beyond.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Former SDLP MLA says party has ‘lost its identity'
Former SDLP MLA Richie McPhillips is to return to electoral politics as an Independent candidate in next year’s council elections, saying he no longer has confidence that his former party is connecting with voters.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:30:06 +0100
Criminal probe launched after DAERA minister receives death threat
Police have launched a criminal investigation after a death threat was made against DAERA Minister Andrew Muir.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:59:05 +0100
Deborah Erskine hits back at ‘400-year-old’ excuse for A5 delays
Deborah Erskine has hit out at Sinn Féin veteran Francie Molloy after he linked land ownership along the A5 route to the Plantation of Ulster more than 400 years ago.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:22:05 +0100
Massive crowd bids a tearful farewell to ‘incredible’ Seamus McGovern
The funeral of the much-loved Seamus McGovern has taken place today.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:58:01 +0100
Man in his 20s dies after river incident in County Cavan
A man in his 20s has died following an incident in a river in Co. Cavan.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:10:36 +0100
Country singer Lisa McHugh announces separation from husband Nathan
Fermanagh-based country music star Lisa McHugh has confirmed that she and her husband Nathan have separated after four years of marriage.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:01:44 +0100
40 people pull tractor in successful Derrylin fundraiser
A strong community turnout in Derrylin helped make a tractor pull and family fun day a major success, raising funds for Derrylin Parish Hall and Friends of the Cancer Centre.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:21:12 +0100
Man denied bail over alleged drug offences and campaign against woman
A Strabane man, who is charged with possession of heroin and various other drugs charges, was denied bail at Enniskillen Magistrates Court

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:59:43 +0100
PSNI clarify status of firearms used in Fivemiletown cattle cull
The firearms that were used in the controversial cattle cull in Fivemiletown have not been seized by the PSNI.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:36:16 +0100
Fermanagh and Omagh mourn Jack Doonan 'an officer & a gentleman'
Fermanagh and Omagh have mourned the passing of former RUC Sub-Divisional Commander John "Jack" Samuel Doonan, who died at Altnagelvin Hospital on Thursday, July 16, aged 90.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:23:08 +0100
16-year-old arrested after Fivemiletown police chase
A 16-year-old has been arrested after a police pursuit involving an uninsured vehicle in the Fivemiletown area.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:26:47 +0100
Respected Scottish stockman to join top pedigree sheep in Dungannon
A respected Scottish stockman will judge this year’s Beltex Premier Show in Dungannon.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:00:21 +0100
Fermanagh group calls for extension to Troubles payments scheme
Calls have been made for the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme to be extended, with Fermanagh-based victims’ organisation SEFF warning that people could be left behind when the scheme closes to new applications later this month.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:25:02 +0100
Defibrillator at Fermanagh angling club named among most extraordinary in UK
A defibrillator based at an angling club has been named one of the most extraordinary in the UK.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:54:54 +0100
Enniskillen Pilgrim's workers set for further industrial action
Workers at the Pilgrim’s plant in Enniskillen are to take strike action again later this month in a dispute over pay and working conditions.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 12:21:58 +0100
Former Irish chief vet appointed to review Fivemiletown cull
Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir has announced details of an independent review into DAERA’s handling of the controversial Fivemiletown cattle cull.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:35:36 +0100
Young astronomer shares eclipse safety tips ahead of tonight
Young astronomer Efan Dafydd joins Specsavers to warn about eye safety during the UK’s 12 August partial solar eclipse. Learn how to protect your vision.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:33:53 +0100
Muir reveals he received death threat amid Fivemiletown cull scrutiny
Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir defended the controversial cull of 51 cattle near Fivemiletown during a lengthy Stormont committee hearing on Monday, revealing that he had received a death threat in the aftermath of the incident.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:34:58 +0100
Fatal Cavan crash claims second victim as wife of GAA hero dies in hospital
The wife of Donegal GAA legend James McHugh has died following a serious road traffic collision in Co Cavan.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:47:11 +0100
Belleek man's court case delayed for pre-sentencing report
A Belleek man, who is pleading guilty to charges of criminal damage, attempted criminal damage and resisting police, had his case put back for a pre-sentence report, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 15:14:28 +0100
Fivemiletown woman accused of blackmailing partner to be heard in crown court
The case of a woman accused of blackmailing her former partner is to transfer to crown court for trial.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:24:17 +0100
Two people and two dogs rescued after barge runs aground on Lough Erne
A 13-metre barge carrying two people and two dogs had to be assisted by the RNLI after running aground on Lough Erne.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:10:55 +0100
Enniskillen teen steps up fundraising for Fermanagh dad with MND
Enniskillen teenager Milena Remedios is to continue her fundraising efforts after signing up for the Belfast half marathon.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:40:54 +0100
Fermanagh businessman proud to sponsor Sporting Champion of the Year award
Sport has the power to unite communities, improve health and inspire young people – and that is why well-known Fermanagh businessman Murat Kalbisen is proud to sponsor the Sporting Champion of the Year category at this year’s Impartial Reporter C...

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:53:28 +0100
Tributes paid to 'well-known and much loved' man from Fermanagh
Tributes have been paid to well-known Fermanagh man Seamus McGovern following his death.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 12:39:33 +0100
Andrew Irwin joins cast for Northern Ireland Opera’s landmark Carmen production
Andrew Irwin stars in Northern Ireland Opera’s first Carmen at Belfast’s Grand Opera House, September 2026, with a stellar cast and modern themes explored.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:53:35 +0100
'Embarrassingly for her' - DUP and Sinn Féin Fermanagh MLAs clash
Fermanagh and South Tyrone DUP MLA Deborah Erskine has rejected a Sinn Féin claim that her party blocked the Good Jobs Bill from progressing to the Assembly floor before the summer recess.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:44:23 +0100
'The Fleadh is 75 years old and has been growing bigger and stronger every year'
That’s the Fleadh done and dusted for another year. The estimated number of attendees reads a bit like two-thirds of the population of the North were there.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:36:20 +0100
NI Water donation helps Lisbellaw allotments make every drop count
Lisbellaw Area Initiative receives water butt from NI Water to harvest rainwater for allotments, supporting water conservation and sustainable gardening in Northern Ireland.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:09:13 +0100
Jemma Dolan: 'DUP prepared to ignore vulnerable workers'
Sinn Féin MLA Jemma Dolan has criticised the DUP for blocking the Good Jobs Bill from progressing to the Assembly floor before the summer recess.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:24:55 +0100
Donegal football legend James McHugh dies in Cavan road collision
Donegal football legend and All-Ireland winner James McHugh has died following a road traffic collision in Co. Cavan.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:22:18 +0100
Government announces crackdown on betting and vape shops to revitalise high streets
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced plans to crack down on vape shops and betting stores to help revitalise the high street.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:06:13 +0100
Tributes paid to popular Fermanagh businessman Seamus McGovern
Tributes have been paid to well-known Fermanagh businessman Seamus McGovern, who has died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:44:37 +0100
Review: Andrew Irwin summons magic of Sinatra at special concert
Tenor Andrew Irwin paid tribute to Frank Sinatra with a jazz and swing concert at Saddlers, featuring Rat Pack classics and guest performances in the UK.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:20:47 +0100
Father fined and banned after ‘Shakespearean tragedy’ crash that injured his sons
A father of three children, whose driving caused them to suffer “devastating injuries”, has been fined and banned from driving at Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:34:43 +0100
Court case of woman accused of attacking man with fork adjourned
A Fivemiletown woman, who allegedly attacked a man with a fork has had her case put back to September 7, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:30:03 +0100
Protest outside Stormont dominated by calls for agriculture minister to quit
Calls for the resignation of Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir dominated a protest outside Stormont on Monday as farmers and political representatives gathered to voice their anger over the culling of 51 cattle near Fivemiletown last month.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 17:00:22 +0100
Three face assault and machete charges following alleged 2019 incident
Three men facing a series of serious assault charges, including the alleged possession of machetes, have had their cases adjourned for a further week at Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 16:32:47 +0100
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after collision near Donegal Town
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital following a two-vehicle road traffic collision in Laghey, Co Donegal, on Monday afternoon.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:53:36 +0100
Rising insurance costs are a barrier to young people entering haulage industry
Rising insurance costs and a lack of facilities for lorry drivers were raised as barriers to young people entering a career in haulage.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:43:41 +0100
Enniskillen farmer recognised among Ireland’s top potato growers
Enniskillen farmer Brian Donaldson wins fourth place at the Bord Bia All Ireland Quality Potato Championship at the Tullamore Show, Fermanagh news.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:56:44 +0100
Craft Month kicks off across Ireland with exciting events in Fermanagh
Fermanagh makers are taking part in August Craft Month with a packed programme of nearly 500 events set to take place.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:44:19 +0100
Fermanagh man 'used daughter as pawn' in domestic abuse case, court hears
A County Fermanagh man has appeared in court in relation to domestic abuse matters, during which it is contended he used his 14-year-old daughter as “a pawn” to carry out calculation and manipulation of her mother.

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:20:42 +0100
Farmers protest at Stormont as Agriculture Minister to appear before committee
Farmers are expected to gather at Stormont at 10am on Monday over the culling of 51 cattle near Fivemiletown.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:55:54 +0100
Police clarify large emergency presence near Lough Erne as they attend sudden death
A significant emergency services operation was mounted in Enniskillen on Saturday afternoon following the sudden death of a person in the Portora Wharf area.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:44:29 +0100
Farmers to protest at Stormont tomorrow over Fivemiletown cattle cull
Farmers are expected to gather at Stormont on Monday morning to protest over the handling of the culling of 51 cattle near Fivemiletown.

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:35:51 +0100
Firefighters tackle fire at popular tourist attraction
A fire at the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh on Sunday was caused by a hand dryer in a visitor centre bathroom.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:04:42 +0100
Woman airlifted to hospital after three car crash on Ballyshannon to Belleek Road
A woman in her 20s has been airlifted to Sligo University Hospital following a three-vehicle road traffic collision on the N3 Ballyshannon to Belleek Road.

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:05:08 +0100
Road closed near Fermanagh Border after serious road traffic collision
Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious road traffic incident on the Belleek Road in Ballyshannon, Co Donegal.

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