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Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:55:51 +0000
Dog walker's anger at littering at Fermanagh beauty spot
An Enniskillen woman who walks her dog at Trory every day of the year, come rain or shine, has expressed her anger at the disrespect and disregard some people are treating the place with.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Brexit: Greentown Environmental discusses strategies
A FERMANAGH company has been working to become more environmentally-friendly in order to stand out in the market of environmental management.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 19:00:00 +0000
What price our lost education in pandemic and how best can imbalance be redressed?
As far as paying for the pandemic is concerned, it looks like the proverbial drinks are very much on the house.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh church donates computers to Jones Memorial PS to help children during lockdown
COMMUNITY spirit is in abundance as members of Enniskillen Methodist Church showed great generosity by donating computers to Jones Memorial Primary School to help support learning during the current Covid-19 lockdown.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 17:16:25 +0000
Man crashed Volkswagen Polo into garden while drink driving
Enniskillen Magistrates Court on Monday has heard how a man who crashed into a garden was over three times the legal limit for alcohol.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:19:03 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh Council: Survey seeking opinions on public space CCTV launched
An online survey has been launched by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to seek public opinion on Public Space CCTV.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Western Trust launches service to help seniors at home
A WESTERN Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) pilot project for Fermanagh and West Tyrone has been successfully launched to help make the home a hub for delivering health and care for our elderly population.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 14:28:44 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Rates continue to fall
The encouraging signs that Covid rates are falling in Fermanagh and Omagh continued as the Council area continued to have the lowest rate of positive cases in Northern Ireland.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Enduring Covid-19 lockdown by focusing on ‘light at the end of the tunnel’
IN THE modern world, many of us take for the granted the ease in which we can connect with people almost anywhere in the world. A few clicks on a computer, or a tap on your phone screen, and you are able to see and chat with your nearest and deare...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:42:23 +0000
Teachers and police to be prioritised for Covid vaccine after over 50s
The body in charge of prioritising the vaccine rollout, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation, will publish guidance later this month.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:41:34 +0000
'Double masking' could improve protection from Covid-19 by up to 90 per cent
The US’s top infectious disease expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, has recommended the practise of double masking in the past.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:56:34 +0000
Tyrone man to stand trial on alleged theft of cattle herd
Multiple charges dating back up to 10 years, including the theft of a cattle herd worth almost £50,000 are to proceed to trial after all matters were denied at Dungannon Crown Court.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:07:00 +0000
Brexit: Northern Ireland delivery disruption continues
It comes as a number of major UK retailers remain unable to deliver products to customers in Northern Ireland.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Busy year for Trillick Young Farmers despite pandemic restrictions
TRILLICK and District Young Farmers Club (YFC) recently held its AGM via Zoom online meeting, with Colin McKinley, Club Leader, welcoming David Oliver from Dungiven YFC, who conducted the meeting.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
St.Tierney's Primary School: Fermanagh pupils use art to send special message
THE children of St.Tierney's Primary School in Rosslea have been working hard at home to mark what should have been their Grandparents Day in school – a special annual event to celebrate all of the grandparents in the childrens' lives and their ...

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Tributes to charitable and loving Tyrone woman
TRIBUTES have been paid to the late Lilly Jamieson, who was highly regarded in her community for her kind and charitable nature.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh: 31 year old tells of his 'terrifying' encounter with virus
A 31-year-old man who was rushed to hospital two days after first displaying symptoms of Covid-19 has said he “couldn’t believe how quickly it affected me”.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Having the River Drowes on doorstep helps Joe land first salmon
How lucky do you have to be to catch Ireland’s first salmon of the year?

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Achievements of pupils from Fermanagh school St. Fanchea's recognised
AT THIS year's Prize Night at St. Fanchea's College, which took the form of a virtual ceremony due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, Principal Maurice Collins congratulated students on their achievements, commenting that the teaching staff and wid...

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 13:06:04 +0000
Two males rescued from house fire in Fermanagh
Firefighters rescued two men from a fire at a flat in Tempo in the early hours of this morning (Saturday, February 13).

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 12:32:23 +0000
Lorry crash on rural Fermanagh road
An articulated lorry has overturned on the Newbridge Road outside Lisnaskea. The collision occurred in the early hours of this morning (Saturday, February 13) amid a yellow weather warning for snow and ice implemented by the Met Office.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 11:38:47 +0000
Snow drifts as blizzard strikes Fermanagh
Snow and strong winds overnight have created snow drifts across County Fermanagh today (Saturday, February 13).

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:18:35 +0000
The Help-to-buy scheme is changing - how does it affect you?
The Help to Buy equity loan scheme is a Government programme which aims to help people get on the property ladder.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:17:56 +0000
'Romance fraud' is on the rise - how you stay safe when dating online
If you're single and usign Tinder,

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:16:49 +0000
Major UK supermarkets including Lidl, Aldi, Asda and Tesco issue urgent recalls over health risks
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below from UK supermarkets you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:15:58 +0000
Netflix, Amazon and Now TV's best romantic films this Valentine's Day weekend
Here are 19 films perfect for a Valentine’s evening in that are readily available to stream in the UK

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:12:17 +0000
Brexit: DUP call to trigger Article 16 to be debated at Westminster
Arlene Foster said unionist anger and concern over the Northern Ireland Protocol must be heard.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Western Trust: Campaign highlights importance of reporting domestic abuse
The ‘Western Domestic Sexual Violence Partnership’, a group of representatives of the Western Health and Social Care Trust and other organisations working together to help raise awareness of domestic abuse in the community, have launched a new ca...

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Short film series by Fermanagh artists to be supported by arts fund
A FERMANAGH arts project is one of 36 all-island projects spanning music, theatre, dance, opera, and the visual arts set to receive support from the first phase of the Bank of Ireland's Begin Together Arts Fund.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Talented young Fermanagh drummer receives £10K grant to help develop musical career
A TALENTED young percussionist from County Fermanagh has been awarded a grant from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland to help develop his musical talents.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Tributes paid to Enniskillen stalwart Eugene Kelly
A well-known and familiar stalwart of the community in Enniskillen has passed away following a brave battle with cancer.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Tributes paid to inseparable Fermanagh couple who died days apart
The local community has been left in shock following the death of Eamonn Dolan (81), who died suddenly just a week after the passing of his beloved wife Patricia (80).

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 20:00:00 +0000
Extension of deadline for broadband access in Fermanagh survey
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council is currently undertaking a survey to better understand the level of broadband access across the district, and has extended the closing date for public responses until Friday, February 26.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 18:30:00 +0000
Denzil McDaniel: How we treat black people says a lot about our character
Who remembers the 1970s slogan 'Save Ulster From Sodomy', the crude, homophobic campaign launched by the Rev Ian Paisley when he warned that decriminalising homosexuality would bring down God’s curse on Northern Ireland?

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 18:27:17 +0000
Large 'deliberate' fire on Co. Tyrone mountain
Approximately 20 firefighters tackled a "deliberate" blaze on Murley Mountain, between Fivemiletown and Fintona in Co. Tyrone this evening (Friday, February 12).

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Jazz and Blues duo to perform special Valentine’s Day virtual gig
THE Ardhowen at Home continues with a variety of virtual events that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 15:03:37 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Seven day case rate remains lowest in NI
Friday's figures from the Department of Health's daily update have show an increase in the number of positive cases in Fermanagh and Omagh in the last 24 hours, however the positive case rate over seven days is still the lowest in Northern Ireland...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:17:57 +0000
Fermanagh man remanded in custody on attempted murder charge
A County Fermanagh man has been remanded in custody charged with attempted murder and possessing an offensive weapon, which relate to an incident earlier this week.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:03:00 +0000
Should I book a summer holiday this year? - your rights and chances of a refund explained
The UK government is due to outline its lockdown exit roadmap in the week commencing 22 February.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh woman had to go private to get tumour diagnosis
A Lisnaskea woman has spoken out about the pressures facing the Health Trusts around treating cancer patients after her mother was forced to go private to find out that she had a cancerous tumour.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 11:47:00 +0000
BT and EE customers face price hike from next month
The price increases will vary among customers depending on when they signed up to their contract.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 11:03:11 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh: Clinically vulnerable can now book vaccine
People in Northern Ireland who received a shielding letter because they are Clinically Extremely Vulnerable (CEV) to Covid-19 will be able to book their vaccination appointments, the Department of Health has announced.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:44:51 +0000
Lidl issues urgent health warning over food product
The notice to all customers reads: “If you have bought the above mentioned product with the affected Use By Date. We advise you not to eat this."

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Transfer test in Fermanagh: Enniskillen Royal Grammar to use P5 test
ENNISKILLEN Royal Grammar School will use standardised testing to decide whether a child will be admitted into year eight of secondary school. The other two grammar schools in Fermanagh, Mount Lourdes Grammar School and St. Michaels College have set ...

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:17:09 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Further deaths registered with NISRA
Latest figures published today by NISRA show that six deaths involving Covid-19 occurred in Fermanagh and Omagh area in the week January 30 to February 5, 2021. It brings the total number of deaths here registered by NISRA to 92.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Coronavirus: Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA - Border fines should work both ways
Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA Rosemary Barton believes fines for crossing the Border during the current restrictions should work both ways.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 21:40:00 +0000
Coronavirus: Fermanagh double lung transplant recipient’s joy at getting vaccine
A Fermanagh woman who has been shielding for almost a year is delighted to have received her first Covid-19 vaccine, saying that it is one step closer to getting her life back.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Sex scams: PSNI warn of the dangers of ‘sextortion’
POLICE are raising awareness of 'sextortion' and the dangers associated with interacting with someone you don’t know online.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 17:47:27 +0000
Two males arrested for motoring offences in Fermanagh
Two males were arrested by the PSNI Fermanagh and Omagh District Support Team for motoring offences in the Belleek area after their vehicle was stopped for a routine check this afternoon (Thursday, February 11). Earlier in the day, the PSNI arrest...

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Sadness in Cavan after bodies of well known couple found
There was great shock and sadness on Monday following the discovery of two bodies in the Cloverhill near Belturbet.



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