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Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Maguiresbridge family fundraising for Cancer Focus
A big-hearted Fermanagh family is pulling out all the stops to March a Million steps for Cancer Focus Northern Ireland.

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
A graphic art style that’s full of stories and detail
GROWING up in the foothills of Benaughlin Mountain, surrounded by creative family members, Mark Healy's interest and enthusiasm for art and design developed from a young age.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:16:41 +0000
Northern Ireland Executive announce easing of restrictions
The Executive has today agreed several measured relaxations to the current Coronavirus Health Regulations.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 16:59:17 +0000
Two car collision on Belfast Road
Emergency services were in attendance at a road traffic collision close to Lisbellaw this afternoon.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:16:17 +0000
Covid-19 cases remain low in Fermanagh and Omagh
The low rate of postive cases in Fermanagh and Omagh continued as only five people tested positive for Covid-19 in the last 24 hours.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh arts representatives recognised with awards in memory of Sir Ken Robinson
A LOCAL arts ambassador and a Fermanagh school have been awarded a share of the £20,000 Unlocking Creativity award fund, in memory of Sir Ken Robinson.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:51:44 +0000
Fermanagh Farming: Footage of dead and dying cattle raises questions
THE Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has moved to reassure concerns after a video emerged of dead and dying cattle on a County Fermanagh farm.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 10:41:29 +0000
British Airways to trial Covid vaccine travel 'passport' - how it could work
The move comes as Boris Johnson said he will give the go-ahead for a return to international travel from 17 May at the earliest.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Charlie’s Bar to host special St. Patrick’s Day Facebook Live gig by Sinéad Quinn
OVER AT Charlie’s Bar in Enniskillen, St. Patrick’s Day is usually one of the popular watering hole’s biggest and best nights of the year.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Stammering: Lisbellaw man running 100km to raise awareness of condition
A Lisbellaw man is raising awareness for children with stammers as he runs 100 kilometres throughout the month of March.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council chief discusses rates rise
MEDIA coverage in recent weeks has highlighted the issue of domestic rates in the Fermanagh and Omagh District, and how they are set to change.

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Tyrone film maker to release documentary on rally driver Albert Grainger
A TRILLICK filmmaker has released a special new documentary, ‘63’, on the Irish rallying scene – and it has a special twist, as it will be focused on the rallying career of his late grandfather, Albert Grainger.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 18:35:49 +0000
PSNI conduct search following claim of shots fired at police station
Following claims by the Continuity IRA (CIRA) that they had fired shots at Enniskillen Police Station and a device left close to the station, the PSNI say they found "nothing untoward" during searches of the area.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 17:49:48 +0000
Newtownbutler Security Alert: Investigation ongoing
Police in Fermanagh are continuing to advise the local community to be aware of any suspicious objects located in the Border area.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:50:00 +0000
Claims Fermanagh police station targeted by dissident Republicans
The Continuity IRA have claimed they have fired shots at Enniskillen Police Station today, Monday.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:09:18 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: No cases in BT93
One postcode in Fermanagh has not had any positive cases of the virus in the past 24 hours. The BT93 postcode area which covers Kesh, Garrison, Belleek and many other small settlements has had no positive cases of coronavirus in the past seven day...

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 09:07:39 +0000
Coronavirus: Vaccines now available to everyone aged 50 and over
Anyone aged 50 or over across Northern Ireland can now book their Covid-19 vaccination appointment, Health Minister Robin Swann has announced.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Tributes to acclaimed sailing enthusiast Robin Eagleson
TRIBUTES have been paid to the late Lough Erne Yacht Club (LEYC) member and lifelong J/24 sailing enthusiast, Robin Eagleson, who died suddenly on board his motor yacht on Lough Erne.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Councillors demand action on rural roads crisis
MEMBERS of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have hit out at the state of rural roads during a meeting of the Environment Committee.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Enniskillen-based Irish language group celebrate membership in official body
AS PART of the promotion of the Irish language during Seachtain na Gaeilge (Irish language week), the Enniskillen-based language group, Sruth na Heirne (the river Erne) celebrated its recent membership as a registered branch of Conradh na Gaeilge,...

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Readers strongly in favour of vaccinating teachers immediately as key workers, social media shows
WITH some teachers and children preparing to return to the classroom next Monday, there is still debate abut whether or not schools are as safe as they can be to stop the spread of Covid-19.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:39:50 +0000
BT are offering iconic red phone boxes to communities for £1
Though they are now rarely used for their intended purpose, red phone boxes have been repurposed as book exchanges, art galleries, museums and more.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:36:20 +0000
Netflix has revealed new TV series and films coming this week
Netflix has released a whole host of new shows and movies coming this week.

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 16:33:50 +0000
There is 'no doubt' UK faces fresh Covid wave, ONS chief warns
The warning backs Chris Whitty’s prediction of a new deadly surge in coronavirus cases in the UK.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Derrylin community figure Cyril Gunn (68) passes away
THERE was widespread community sadness in the village of Derrylin following the passing of well-known resident Cyril Gunn (68) on March 6.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Arlene Foster won't rule out donating surplus vaccines to Republic of Ireland
First Minister Arlene Foster has not ruled out the possibility of donating surplus vaccinations to the Republic of Ireland in order to speed up the Coronavirus vaccination programme.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
New Enniskillen Model PS building nearing completion
THERE is great excitement in the Enniskillen Model Primary School community as the first phase of the school's new-build is nearing completion, with hopes that pupils will be able to move into the new building after the Easter holiday.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Kenny Boylan on retirement, getting back out on his bike and 47 years with NIE
Retirement for some is a welcome respite from year of toil and grind. A rest for the weary body.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 07:30:00 +0000
St. Macartin's Cathedral in Fermanagh's ambitious refurb
RENOVATIONS at St. Macartin's Cathedral in Enniskillen are to begin in April, as the historic landmark, now in its 400th year, faces the major task of re-roofing the cathedral.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 18:09:01 +0000
PSNI searching for suspicious object in Fermanagh
Police in Fermanagh are urging anyone who comes across, or who notices any suspicious objects, in the Fermanagh Border area not to touch it. Chief Inspector Rory Hoy said: “We received a report earlier today (Saturday March 13) that some type of...

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
In-lamb ewe auction raised over £6,000 for NI Children's Hospice
The McFarland family from Trillick have raised a total of £6,065 for the Northern Ireland Children’s Hospice by auctioning an in-lamb Texel ewe.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh PSNI appoint new two Chief Inspectors to area
The Police Service of Northern Ireland have made two appointments to the area command team in Fermanagh and Omagh.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Devoted dad and well-known farmer passes away
TRIBUTES have been paid to the late farmer and family man Jim Jack, who was always generous with his time and advice.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
NIEA accused of turning a blind eye to Erne sewerage overflows
MEMBERS of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are to write back to Minister for Infrastructure Nicola Mallon after recent correspondence around the flow of sewerage into rivers was held to be inadequate.

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 12:08:56 +0000
New Netflix feature could stop you sharing passwords with friends and family
The move could lead to a crackdown on the sharing of passwords.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 17:00:00 +0000
Piers Morgan, Meghan Markle and the difficult message about suicide
The Harry-Meghan interview with Oprah has produced an orgy of publicity, raising serious issues about racism, mental health, the behaviour of the media, privilege and the British Monarchy. The show is deeply dividing people as to what side they’re ...

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 16:10:20 +0000
Coronavirus Fermanagh and Omagh: Six new cases reported in local council area
Six new cases of Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh have been reported in the past 24 hours to the Department of Health. There were 208 cases of the virus recorded across Northern Ireland.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Residents of Fermanagh housing development still left in limbo as situation deteriorates
The residents of Ravensbrae have been left high and dry following the disconnection of the power to the sewage treatment plant (STP) on their development which could lead to significant health and environmental issues in the development and in the wi...

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 15:40:22 +0000
One patient taken to hospital following three-vehicle crash in Fermanagh
ONE patient has been taken to hospital following a road traffic collision (RTC) involving three vehicles near Johnston Bridge on the Cornagrade Road, Enniskillen this afternoon (March 12).

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 15:23:14 +0000
Crash on busy Enniskillen road
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision near Johnston Bridge on the Cornagrade Road, Enniskillen.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 12:36:48 +0000
Boris Johnson in Fermanagh: PM visits Enniskillen vaccination centre
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is currently meeting with healthcare staff and members of the public at the Fermanagh Lakeland Forum in Enniskillen where the Covid-19 vaccination programme is taking place.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 12:02:29 +0000
Prime Minister Boris Johnson visits Fermanagh
The Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson is visiting County Fermanagh this morning (March 12).

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Delight as Fermanagh P1-P3 children return to school
CHILDREN, teachers and parents were delighted on Monday when P1-P3s were allowed to return to school as part of the gradual 'road map' out of lockdown.

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh school cannot appeal or review decision to close school
The Department of Education has said there is no provision in legislation to appeal or review the closure of St. Mary’s High School, Brollagh in a statement to the Impartial Reporter yesterday (Wednesday).

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 10:44:02 +0000
McDonald's is dropping 4 popular items from the menu this month
The global fast food chain has announced a number of changes being made to menus in UK restaurants.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 14:52:19 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: no cases recorded in over 80's
There has been welcome news today as there have been no new cases of coronavirus in people aged over 80 in the past week, a sign that the vaccination programme may be working.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:01:16 +0000
Fermanagh boxer pleads guilty to assaulting Mannok directors
A medal-winning Fermanagh boxer has pleaded guilty to assaulting two senior local businessmen at a local filling station almost two-years-ago

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 12:22:21 +0000
Bullying: Talk to someone you trust
Phyllis Stephenson is originally from Mulleek, near Belleek in County Fermanagh.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:19:10 +0000
Don’t let depression or anxiety stop you from realising people do want to help you
SARAH (not her real name) has been living with depression and anxiety for many years. Following a diagnosis with breast cancer, her mental health deteriorated further.

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:07:06 +0000
‘Social Prescribing’ was unknown to me – but it helped me so much
OPINION: User of the Arc Healthy Living Centre's Social Prescribing service



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