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Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:10:33 +0100
Fermanagh Gymnastics Club gets three prestigious BGNI awards
SPLITZ Gymnastics Club has been awarded three top awards for 2020 by the sport’s official governing body, British Gymnastics Northern Ireland (BGNI), with the winning categories including ‘Club of the Year’, ‘Volunteer of the Year’, and ‘...

Sun, 11 Jul 2021 07:30:00 +0100
Fermanagh firm Balcas fundraises for Aisling Centre in memory of Erne Jones
REPRESENTATIVES from Balcas recently completed a unique challenge to raise money for the Aisling Centre in memory of the late Erne Jones.

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh motorcyclists show thanks for NHS with charity drive
TO SHOW their appreciation for the work of health care staff and key workers throughout the pandemic, a large group of Fermanagh motorcyclists joined other groups from across Northern Ireland on a bike tour of Belfast hospitals, raising money for Nor...

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh crash victim, Laoise Nolan mourned by heartbroken family
THE heartbroken family of the late Laoise Nolan (22) have paid tribute to “a wonderful, unique and amazing person”.

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Lady of the Lake 2021: Music events to rock Fermanagh
One of the many events that people can look forward to at this year’s Lady of the Lake festival in Irvinestown is the numerous music events which will take place both in person and online.

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Late Nika McGuigan posthumously wins Best Actress Film at IFTA awards
THE late Nika McGuigan, daughter of Olympic boxer Barry McGuigan, posthumously won Best Actress Film at the 2021 IFTA Film and Drama Awards on Sunday night (July 4) for her performance in ‘Wildfire’, which was in post-production when the actress ...

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 08:51:20 +0100
St. Mary's Tempo: Lily picks up Sharon Campbell Memorial Cup
Every year St. Mary's Primary School, Tempo remembers former colleague Sharon Campbell by recognising the contribution of one Primary Seven pupil to school life over the past seven years.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:30:00 +0100
Denzil McDaniel: Despite reckless Boris, Covid isn’t over
IN THE animated film, 'Shrek', Lord Farquaad addresses his knights as they’re about to go into battle, and assures them: “Some of you may die, but it’s a sacrifice I’m willing to make.”

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh native on coping with extreme temperatures in Canada
EXTREME temperatures in Canada made news around the world last week as citizens dealt with the extreme heat.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:53:27 +0100
Cavan man in court on cash and drugs conspiracy charges
THE latest person to be arrested as part of the National Crime Agency (NCA) and PSNI investigation into encrypted phone data has been remanded in custody following detection in County Fermanagh earlier last week.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:11:56 +0100
Popular Fermanagh National Trust property damaged
The gates at a popular National Trust property were damaged overnight.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Lady of the Lake 2021: Plenty to look forward to in Fermanagh
A SCALED-DOWN Lady of the Lake Festival will take place this weekend in Irvinestown. The popular festival had been cancelled last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but this year it is back with a bang.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Electricity cost rise coming for Electric Ireland customers
ELECTRIC Ireland will increase its electricity prices by 10.2 per cent from August 1.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 11:44:16 +0100
Fermanagh Twelfth 2021: Public health appeal
The Orange Institution is reminding all its members, supporters and spectators of the need to respect the Health Guidelines currently in place.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:33:47 +0100
Fermanagh Open: Local successes served up amid top tennis
The Fermanagh Open tennis tournament, sponsored by Flogas and Mahon’s Hotel, came to a spectacular end on Sunday at Irvinestown Lawn Tennis Club when spectators were treated to a thrilling display of high-quality action and tightly-fought finals.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Getting back to nature with a bank holiday retreat
THIS July bank holiday weekend, escape to nature with Aurora Yoga Studio NI’s ‘Wild River Yoga and Nature Retreat’ at Cladagh Glen, Florencecourt.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 08:42:26 +0100
Man arrested in Enniskillen charged with drugs offences
A 37-year-old man who was arrested in Enniskillen on Wednesday (July 7) has been charged in connection with several "serious" drugs and money laundering offences.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 09:44:19 +0100
Fermanagh walks/hikes: Castle Caldwell Forest – Beechwood Walk
THIS week’s walk of the week takes us to the Castle Caldwell – Beechwood Walk. The headland is home to a number of walks, which take you through a wooded area that's yet close to the lovely waters of the nearby lake on all sides, with a number of...

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:20:00 +0100
Family's anger as man arrested within year of prison release
THE family of a County Tyrone teenager killed by a dangerous driver have spoken of their anger on learning the man responsible for his death has been arrested for alleged motoring charges, less than a year after his release from prison on licence.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Stormont ministers agree series of relaxations for July 26
Stormont ministers have provisionally agreed to introduce a further series of Covid-19 relaxations in Northern Ireland on July 26.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh sound engineer blasts the noise restrictions on live music
ON MONDAY, July 5, restrictions on live music were eased to an extent, with musicians now permitted to perform in licensed and unlicensed hospitality businesses.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 16:44:23 +0100
Oscar Wilde-themed mural unveiled in Enniskillen
A new mural inspired by Oscar Wilde was revealed in Enniskillen today, Thursday, July 8, bringing some more vibrancy to the local community and visitors alike.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 16:20:00 +0100
Enniskillen Post Office expected to close
THE Post Office in Enniskillen town centre is expected to close at its current location on Townhall Street at the end of August, with a new location yet to be found.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Air Ambulance NI raise £2,174 in Fermanagh street collection
Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (AANI) have thanked the public for their great generosity in raising £2174 on Saturday, June 19 during a street collection in Enniskillen.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh South Tyrone DUP not giving anything away over Arlene Foster’s replacement
THERE was silence from the DUP Fermanagh South Tyrone camp yesterday morning following reports that Councillor Deborah Erskine is the favoured choice to replace Fermanagh South Tyrone MLA, and former DUP Leader and First Minister, Arlene Foster, when...

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:48:16 +0100
Enniskillen's Baloucoune to make Irish debut against USA
Enniskillen winger Robert Balaucoune is set to make his international debut when Ireland take on the USA this weekend.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 09:50:27 +0100
Ulster Unionist Councillor stands down from role in Council
A former Fermanagh and Omagh District Council chairman is to stand down.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 09:16:00 +0100
Range Rover stolen from Fermanagh residence
A Range Rover has been stolen following a burglary at a house in the Swanlinbar Road area of Enniskillen on Wednesday (July 7).

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 09:00:19 +0100
Man arrested in Enniskillen as part of major police drugs investigation
A 37-year-old man has been arrested in the Enniskillen area on suspicion of a number of drug offences.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 20:00:00 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 16:21:28 +0100
McKinney Murder Trial: Husband will give no evidence
The jury in the Dungannon Crown Court trial of a 44-year-old father of two accused of murdering his wife four years ago, were told on Wednesday that he will not be giving evidence in his own defence.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:20:32 +0100
Fermanagh road closed with diversion in place
The Derrylin Road, Mackan is currently closed for civil engineering works and a road diversion is in place.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:52:05 +0100
Fermanagh in 1921: Can scarcely believe what was read in a recent letter
Letters to the Editor

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:46:32 +0100
Fermanagh locals warned to be on lookout for suspicious vehicle
PSNI in Fermanagh are advising residents to be on the lookout for a suspicious vehicle.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 09:44:46 +0100
Fine and points for Fermanagh man who let a disqualified driver drive van
A MAN who allowed another person to use his vehicle without having insurance in place has been handed penalty points and a fine.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 09:37:12 +0100
Google scam warning issued to anybody with a driving licence
Brits are being misled into paying more for important documents including health cards, driving licences and visas.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 08:40:00 +0100
Ex-RUC officer shares tales from time stationed in Fermanagh
A former RUC officer has collated an anthology of short personal stories featuring the highs and lows of life in the police whilst stationed in Fermanagh during The Troubles.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen Rotary-sponsored show of art shares refugees’s stories
St. Macartin’s Cathedral in Enniskillen recently homed a special exhibition of works on the theme of peace building and conflict prevention by artist and peace activist Hannah Rose Thomas.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:00:47 +0100
Fine for Fermanagh man with incorrect plates on car
A MAN who was detected by police with the incorrect form of registration mark on his car has been handed a fine, following conviction.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 10:12:16 +0100
Council encourages people to take regular Lateral Flow covid tests
People who do not have any symptoms of Covid-19 are being encouraged to undertake regular rapid testing to help reduce the spread of the virus.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:50:44 +0100
Revealed: Fermanagh and Omagh Council resident's most popular baby names
When it comes to children’s names, the parents of the Fermanagh and Omagh District are largely keeping up with the Northern Ireland trends according to figures released recently by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council.

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 09:08:35 +0100
Fermanagh man is granted bail despite police objections
DESPITE objections from police, a man who is facing burglary and driving charges has been released on bail.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:03:25 +0100
Dishwasher cleaning led to emergency services call-out in Fermanagh
The mixing of chemicals to clean a dishwasher led to the call out of the emergency services in Enniskillen this morning (Monday) .

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Ballinamallard Accordion Band celebrate 60 years of music and parading
MEMBERS of Ballinamallard Accordion Band are delighted to be back out parading this summer as they celebrate the 60th anniversary of the band's formation.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:19:10 +0100
Fermanagh men fined for possession of drugs
TWO men who were in a car stopped by police while in the possession of drugs have been handed down fines at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Walk of the Week: Castle Caldwell Forest - Rossergole Point Walk
THIS week’s walk of the week is Rossergole Point Walk at Castle Caldwell.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Coronavirus: Walk-in vaccination clinics to be rolled out in NI
MOBILE walk-in vaccination clinics are to be rolled out across Northern Ireland (NI) as public health officials claim that a drive to increase the country's vaccine take-up rate could reduce hospital admissions by as much as 50 per cent this summer.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 10:12:45 +0100
Emergency services in attendance at incident in Fermanagh
Emergency services are this morning, Monday in attendence at an incident in Enniskilen.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 09:08:11 +0100
Interim scheme launches for foreign travel vaccine proof
The Department of Health in NI has introduced interim arrangements to provide holiday makers with short-term written confirmation of full vaccination.

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh man Paul to reach new heights in fundraiser
A Fermanagh man is set to take on new heights at Fair Head, County Antrim, ditching his bed to spend a night sleeping out in a suspended portaledge with the hope of raising funds to help young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.



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