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Thu, 18 Feb 2021 09:06:00 +0000
Fermanagh businesses warned of fake bank notes
Police are warning business owners in Fermanagh to be aware of counterfeit Royal Bank of Scotland bank notes "doing the rounds".

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 20:17:11 +0000
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's Impartial Reporter

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 17:19:00 +0000
Sky customers will see price hike of up to £72 per year from April
Sky has confirmed it will be increasing the cost of a number of TV and broadband services from April 1 2021.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 16:32:16 +0000
Fermanagh MLA pays tribute to late former UUP councillor
Fermanagh and South Tyrone MLA Rosemary Barton has led tributes to Robert Mulligan, the former Mayor of Dungannon and the former Chairman of the South Tyrone Association, who passed away last week.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:59:24 +0000
Covid-19 Vaccination programme is further extended
A major extension of Northern Ireland’s Covid-19 vaccination programme has today (Wednesday) been announced.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 14:22:00 +0000
Letter to the Editor: Retail workers deserve to be vaccinated soon
Retail workers deserve to be vaccinated soon

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 12:05:30 +0000
Fermanagh animal welfare investigation assisted by police
The PSNI has confirmed officers assisted officials from the Department of Agriculture Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in the course an investigation around animal welfare concerns in County Fermanagh, although details of scarce.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:32:38 +0000
Tesco shoppers urged to check if they have been charged twice by supermarket
Tesco say it is working to reverse the double transactions promising to refund all affected customers within a day.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:24:06 +0000
Coronavirus: Breakdown of Northern Ireland vaccination figures issued
The Department of Health has published a more detailed breakdown of Northern Ireland’s vaccination numbers.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 08:06:57 +0000
Drivers warned as the most stolen cars of 2020 revealed
Tracker’s analysis of how vehicles are stolen shows keyless theft is at an all-time high.

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
History and humour on coastal hoardings
I’M extremely privileged, having a picturesque little lake a few yards from my current abode near Glengormley. There are also several small rivers and streams nearby, meandering through forests, parks and undulating hills to Belfast Lough. After...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:58:17 +0000
Tyrone man subjected couple to sectarian and homophobic campaign of abuse
A County Tyrone man who subjected a couple to a sectarian and homophobic campaign of abuse, has been handed a suspended prison sentence and ordered to pay his victims compensation.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:51:42 +0000
1.7 million people added to Covid-19 shielding list in England
For some people being added to the list it will now mean they will be prioritised for the Covid-19 vaccine.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:30:00 +0000
Fermanagh in 1921: Acrimonious tones as the unlikely issue of Partition is discussed
THE question of the transfer of the townlands in the Clones No. 2 Rural District to Lisnaskea Union was again discussed at Lisnaskea Guardians on Saturday.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
A look at Fermanagh in days gone with The Impartial Reporter memories
Take a look at what was making the news in The Impartial Reporter in our Memories feature.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000
NI Commissioner urges veterans in need to get in touch
NORTHERN Ireland’s first Veterans Commissioner is urging former service personnel who need help or support to get in touch with him directly.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 15:33:52 +0000
Enniskillen man's 'good deed' results in fine and penalty points
A MAN who was stopped by police while carrying out a "good deed" for his mother had no insurance in place.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:28:55 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: Positive signs as case rates still falling
Fermanagh and Omagh Council area recorded the lowest number of positive Covid-19 cases in Northern Ireland in the last 24 hours.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:53:39 +0000
Hargey reduces entertainment licence renewal fees
Communities Minister Deirdre Hargey has announced a reduction in fees for the renewal of entertainment licences to alleviate the hardship being experienced by the industry as a result of Covid-19 restrictions.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh artist always happy to explore art styles
Artist Lewis Vance from Lisbellaw first took an interest in art during his time at school.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:12:48 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh: Telephone vaccination booking for clinically extremely vulnerable goes live
Telephone vaccination booking is now available for people who received a shielding letter because they are Clinically Extremely Vulnerable (CEV) to Covid-19.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 11:04:44 +0000
Fermanagh animal sanctuary receives Valentine’s Day surprise
Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary received a surprise donation of £2,000 into its bank account over Valentine's weekend to help provide for pets in its care during the pandemic.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:18:33 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh councillors say no to TV licences for over 75s
Members of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have unanimously called on Stormont to cover the costs of TV Licences for over 75s, who until recently were not required to pay. While there was some debate around the provision of funding, the chamber ...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:18:50 +0000
Popular Fermanagh DJ hoping to 'give a little back' to SWAH
WELL-known Irvinestown DJ Rockstar Conor McCann is hoping to raise £5,000 for the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) this weekend.

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 10:55:51 +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.

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
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...

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”.

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



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