Impartial Reporter
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:26:15 +0100Balcas workers to commence week long strike as pay dispute continues
Around 150 workers at Balcas in Enniskillen are set to begin a week-long strike tomorrow (Friday) as a dispute over pay intensifies.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100Annual Irvinestown Truck run brings successful Lady of the Lake festival to an end
More than 400 trucks made their way through the streets of Fermanagh to end another successful Lady of the Lake Festival.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0100From postman to musician: The remarkable life of Michael Gallagher
Ballyshannon, reputedly the oldest town in Ireland, is the town of the Gallagher clan.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Joe Mahon praised as Old Fair Day draws crowds to Castle Irvine
There’s no show like a ‘Joe Show’.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:13:55 +0100Groups collect over 200 bags of litter each during annual Big Spring Clean
Mid Ulster Environment committee members have praised all the dedicated residents who took part in the annual Big Spring Clean earlier this year, with some groups having collected over 200 bags of litter each.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:09:13 +010038 Mid Ulster schools presented with Eco-School Green Flag awards
A total of 38 Mid Ulster schools were presented with Eco-School Green Flag Awards at a ceremony held in Pomeroy Forest Visitor Centre on June 15, and their achievement did not go unnoticed at the July 8 Environment committee meeting of Mid Ulster Dis...
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:06:11 +0100No name change for Gortevin Terrace
A request for the renaming of Gortevin Terrace, Gortgonis, Coalisland, to Gortevin Park, has failed to meet the required ‘unanimity test’.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:17:51 +0100Bail refused to Cavan man who 'dragged female by throat' in Enniskillen
Bail has been denied to a Cavan resident who appeared via video link at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Man facing attempted rape and sexual assault charges has case pushed back
A defendant, who is facing charges of rape and sexual assault had his case put back to August 3, in a video link case, at Enniskillen Magistrates Course.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100Host announced for 2026 Impartial Reporter Community Champion Awards
The host of the 2026 Impartial Reporter Community Champion Awards in Association with Encirc has been revealed.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:22:33 +0100Life across the water: A Rosslea woman's life in England now part of major exhibit
Fond memories of Rosslea and a marathon journey to get home will soon be part of a major exhibition on the Irish in Britain – thanks to the stories of Rosslea woman Alice Delahunty.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:16:22 +0100Rosslea man accused of attacking partner with pitchfork has case put back
A Rosslea man, who is accused of attacking his partner with a pitchfork had his case put back for a Preliminary Enquiry on August 3, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:11:46 +0100Kesh woman to make sporting history as Fermanagh's first touch rugby international
A Kesh woman is set to make sporting history this week when she becomes Fermanagh's first ever international Touch Rugby player.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:16:20 +0100Rosslea man charged over threats to damage woman's car at hospital
A Rosslea man has appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court, charged with improper use of electronic communication, two counts of threats to damage property, namely a car belonging to a female at the South West Acute Hospital and using threatening or...
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:08:20 +0100Londonderry woman in 'dire straits' fined for Lisnaskea shop theft
A Londonderry woman has been fined after pleading guilty to a charge of theft, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:25:29 +0100Bail denied to Enniskillen man facing charge of assaulting woman
An Enniskillen man, who is facing assault charges, has been denied bail, at the Magistrates Court.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:33:51 +0100PSNI issue reminder of road closures and warning for HGVs
Road users are being reminded that diversions remain in place during roadworks on the A32 Irvinestown Road outside Enniskillen.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:01:07 +0100Endangered birds rescued from wildfire released back into the wild
Four endangered curlew chicks have been released back into the wild in Co. Fermanagh after their eggs were rescued from a major wildfire on Sliabh Beagh near Brookeborough.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:27:15 +0100RNLI called to assist narrowboat after it ran aground on Lough Erne
Carrybridge RNLI volunteers were called into action three times over a busy weekend on Lough Erne, assisting grounded and disabled vessels before helping to locate an overdue boater in the early hours of Monday morning.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:16:34 +0100Vehicle crashes into front of Dungannon premises
A vehicle collided with the front of a Dungannon premises in the early hours of the morning, causing damage to the building’s façade.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:23:57 +0100Feargal Shannon: 'If you didn’t have a love for it, you wouldn’t be here'
Feargal Shannon has spent most of his adult life on one side of a counter in The Crowe's Nest, one of Enniskillen's busiest bars, but his introduction to the pub came almost by accident.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:41:56 +0100Women in rural communities face additional risks to their safety
The Executive has acknowledged that women and girls living in rural communities face additional risks to their safety and greater barriers to accessing justice and support services.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:21:46 +0100Almost £3m paid to Fermanagh and South Tyrone farmers under DAERA scheme
Farm businesses in Fermanagh and South Tyrone have received almost £3 million through the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs' (DAERA) Suckler Cow Scheme, according to newly released figures.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:10:26 +0100Major £175k resurfacing works to begin Fintona next week
A £175,000 resurfacing of B0080 Tattymoyle Road, Fintona, begins July 27. Expect road closures, diversions and delays. Details at Trafficwatch NI.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:57:16 +0100Enniskillen equine students gain hands‑on insight on Belgian study tour
CAFRE Enniskillen equine students gain global industry insights on Belgium study tour, visiting top equine facilities and exploring international career pathways.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:29:25 +0100Bernadette McAliskey - 'We are hard-wired for hope, fairness and love, not war'
Believe it or not, we are now halfway through the school summer holidays.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:25:41 +0100Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, court hears
Ann Widdecombe died on July 8 at her house in Haytor on Dartmoor after having sustained serious injuries.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:06:15 +0100Tribute paid to former Fermanagh volunteer George Alexander Kilpatrick
Fermanagh Community Transport has paid tribute to former volunteer George Alexander Kilpatrick following his death earlier this month.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:35:59 +0100Erne Family Centre celebrates Carmel's 47 years of service
Colleagues, family and friends gathered at the Erne Family Centre in Enniskillen to celebrate the retirement of long-serving Family Worker Carmel Barron after 47 years with the Western Trust.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:01:58 +0100Holy Trinity PS pupil earns enviromental recognition with help from 'Wipezilla'
A Holy Trinity Primary School pupil has been recognised for helping promote an important environmental message after winning an NI Water colouring competition.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:15:31 +0100Enniskillen man receives top national life-saving award after Crom rescue
An Enniskillen man has been given a top national life-saving honour after rescuing a drowning man near Crom in Newtownbutler.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:52:56 +0100Gardai in appeal to find Cavan teen missing since Friday
Gardaí are appealing for the public's help in tracing a 15-year-old boy who has been reported missing from Co Cavan.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:40:37 +0100£175k resurfacing scheme on road between Tempo and Fintona to start later this month
Motorists travelling between Fintona and Tempo are being advised to plan ahead as a major road resurfacing scheme worth £175,000 is due to begin later this month.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:25:36 +0100Man with 'offensive weapon' arrested after alleged assault in Tyrone
A man has been arrested following a reported disturbance in the Barrack Street area of Coalisland on Sunday afternoon.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:09:05 +0100Fermanagh and Omagh District records highest number of NI road deaths
Fermanagh and Omagh records highest number of NI road deaths so far in 2026
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:51:38 +0100Dungannon residents to see increased police presence to tackle crime
Residents can expect to see a greater police presence in parks, walkways and housing developments as efforts continue to tackle anti-social behaviour.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 20:36:18 +0100Monaghan civic offices development plans approved to the tune of €43.6m
Monaghan County Council has formally approved plans for a major new Civic Offices development in Monaghan Town, marking a significant milestone in one of the local authority's largest infrastructure projects in recent years.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:11:09 +0100Fermanagh Pride 2026 fills Enniskillen streets with families and friends
Rainbow flags filled the streets of Enniskillen on Saturday as hundreds of people gathered for Fermanagh Pride 2026, with families, children, supporters and community groups joining the colourful parade through the town before celebrations continued ...
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:41:42 +0100Chewing Gum Task Force £27,500 funding welcomed
Mid Ulster District Council has been successful in its bid for funding from the Chewing Gum Task Force, with a full grant to the value of £27,500 being offered, bringing the total funding received over the past five years to £127,500.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:35:33 +0100“Not going to give up” until bus shelter is installed
Councillor Denise Johnston has renewed her appeal for the provision of a bus shelter on the Hillhead Road, Castledawson, and for the installation of a footpath between Broagh and Creagh Roads.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:28:29 +0100Damage to dual-language road signs in Cookstown and Coagh condemned
Councillor John McNamee has condemned recent criminal damage targeting English-Irish street signs in Cookstown and Coagh.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:14:53 +0100Western Trust confirms shuttle service will operate during A32 roadworks
No parking available at Erne Integrated College during A32 roadworks, Trust confirms
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:09:24 +0100Man arrested following discovery of a cannabis factory in the Moy area
A man has been arrested following the discovery of a cannabis factory in the Moy area on Friday 18th July.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:32:03 +0100Countryside comfort meets modern family living as exceptional property enters market
For families seeking the perfect balance between rural tranquillity and everyday convenience, this beautifully presented four-bedroom home on the outskirts of Irvinestown offers an opportunity that is difficult to overlook.
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:22:48 +0100World junior golf championship to return to Lough Erne Resort
Lough Erne Resort poised to host world's top junior golfers as three-day tournament set take place from July 21-23, 2026 in CO Fermanagh
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:59:30 +0100Police ‘concerned’ as they launch appeal to find missing Fermanagh teenager
Police have issued an appeal for information to help trace a 13-year-old girl who was last seen in Brookeborough on Saturday afternoon.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:15:19 +0100Beltany Road closed following road traffic collision
The Beltany Road between Newtownstewart and Omagh has been closed in both directions following a road traffic collision.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:13:31 +0100Belleek man appears before special court on domestic abuse charges
A thirty-one-year-old man has appeared before a special court sitting in relation to a number of domestic abuse charges, most of which culminated over a two day period last week.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:28:39 +0100Hundreds mark Fermanagh Pride while counter-protesters gather in Enniskillen
A sea of colour descended on Enniskillen this weekend as Fermanagh Pride 2026 paraded through the town for a third year in a row.
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:26:37 +0100Jeffrey Donaldson to appeal child sex offence convictions
Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson is to launch an appeal after being convicted of a string of child sex offences.