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Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Enniskillen Southern Bypass: Progress welcomed across Fermanagh
Advanced site works have started on the proposed Enniskillen Southern Bypass – news that has been welcomed across Fermanagh.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh mass vaccination hub closed
The Fermanagh Lakeland Forum has been stood down as a Coronavirus mass vaccination centre, with the centre closing for appointments on Saturday. All other mass vaccination centres in the Western Trust will close this week.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:42:23 +0000
International LEGO day: Shop the best LEGO sets at BargainMaxx to celebrate
January 28 is International LEGO day and we know only one way to celebrate - stocking up on LEGO Minecraft, City, Friends sets and more.

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 09:22:49 +0000
New Highway Code rules: Full list of changes affecting UK roads from tomorrow
The Highway Code, which contains advice and rules for people on Britain’s roads, is being amended this weekend.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:40:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council: Broadmeadow lighting failure
Public safety concerns have been raised at a meeting of the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Environmental Committee, around the lack of lighting along the lakeside Broadmeadow pathway, after it emerged the previously installed system was not wat...

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Abortion: Western Trust working to restore abortion service
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) are progressing plans to restore Early Medical Abortions (EMAs) in the Trust area by the end of March, a Western Trust spokesperson confirmed to The Impartial Reporter on Tuesday.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:06:43 +0000
First acts for Enniskillen Castle events announced
The first acts for 'Live at the Castle', a 10 day "extravaganza" of live music and comedy at Enniskillen Castle in March, have now been announced.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Enniskillen shoppers donate enough food to make 1.5 million meals
Generous Tesco shoppers in Fermanagh and South Tyrone have been thanked after helping to donate more than 1.5 million meals-worth of food to help charities feed people during Christmas and the winter months.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000
The land, sea, people all inspire Donegal artist to create
Artist Sinead Smyth specialises in painting, predominantly working in oils but occasionally adding other media. In her work, she likes to create the illusion of detail through energetic mark-making, focusing on abstract Impressionism.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh historic sex abuse: PSNI issue update
The PSNI have issued an update into the long-running historical sex abuse investigation in Fermanagh.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 10:30:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council leads the way in valuing all citizens
The Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, Councillor Errol Thompson, took the lead in being the very first signatory of the pledge of the Council’s new ‘Everybody Belongs’ pledge.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 10:30:00 +0000
Fermanagh South Tyrone MLA presents petition calling for action on Boho flooding
Sinn Féin MLA Jemma Dolan has presented a petition to the Minister for Infrastructure Nichola Mallon calling on her to take action to address Boho flooding.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:15:00 +0000
Why you should subscribe to the Impartial Reporter
The Impartial Reporter has a long history of bringing Fermanagh and South Tyrone news to our local residents.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:19:44 +0000
What can you find in the middle of Lidl and Aldi this week?
See what's in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl this Thursday.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:18:19 +0000
When is Chinese New Year 2022 and what is the Lunar New Year animal?
Chinese New Year is celebrated in February this year, here's everything you need to know about the Year of the Tiger.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
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Wed, 26 Jan 2022 17:04:11 +0000
Fermanagh in 2002: Calendar girl’s art impresses
THANKS to a skillful piece of penmanship, Marie Louise Bate has become Enniskillen’s top calendar pin-up.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 17:02:01 +0000
Fermanagh in 1992: First round to Erne in battle to keep maternity unit
THE Erne hospital has won the vital first round in the battle to keep its maternity unit. At a meeting on Tuesday, the Health Board’s management unit decided that Omagh and Fermanagh should have just one maternity unit – improved to give a better...

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:58:12 +0000
Fermanagh in 1922: Protest made over dissolved county council
THE Sinn Féin members of the dissolved County Council of Fermanagh were determined not to allow Thursday’s holding by the Commissioner to pass off without some show of opposition.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:56:15 +0000
Fermanagh in days gone by in The Impartial Reporter
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:52:50 +0000
Fermanagh patients to gain from health centre’s new booking system
A Fermanagh Health Centre is introducing a new booking mechanism for patients in order to increase the number of calls answered on a daily basis.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:09:45 +0000
Fermanagh politician apologises for historic tweets
Three Sinn Fein Stormont Assembly members have apologised for historical tweets containing offensive language.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:51:14 +0000
Enniskillen St. Patrick's Day parade: Call for community involvement
After a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, plans are under way for a “scaled-back” St. Patrick’s Day parade in Enniskillen – but only if there is enough interest, say organisers.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:43:00 +0000
Obituary: Mrs. Florence Ena Elizabeth Moore
There has been widespread sadness following the death of Mrs. Florence Ena Elizabeth Moore whose life came to a peaceful conclusion on Friday, October 22, 2021 at South West Acute Hospital after a brief illness.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 09:34:18 +0000
Stafford returns to Ballinamallard
Ballinamallard have announced the return of former captain Mark Stafford to the club.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 08:37:14 +0000
Fermanagh-based company RE-KKUR targeting growth in new markets following investment
After investing significantly in expanding its product range and upgrading its facilities to enable the recycling of raw polymer materials on site, Fermanagh-based manufacturer RE-KKUR is targeting growth in new markets in 2022.

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:56:41 +0000
Fermanagh MLA slams due changes over red diesel
Sinn Féin MLA Áine Murphy has said the changes to the entitlement to use red diesel coming into effect in April will hit businesses already struggling with increased costs, and could put jobs at risk.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 09:05:43 +0000
Omicron symptoms: Common Covid symptom affecting men and women differently
Generally, people are reporting milder reactions to the virus however many patients have noticed they are different to Alpha, Beta and Delta.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 09:06:32 +0000
Covid UK: Four Omicron strains now circulating, World Health Organisation warns
The Omicron variant of Covid-19 sparked a return of stricter regulations across the UK after it was discovered late last year.

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 09:07:04 +0000
Warning driving with a dog in your car could land you £5,000 fine
Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 17:31:01 +0000
Fermanagh man avoids jail following ‘outrageous’ behaviour
A MAN who was convicted after contest of public order offences and possession of cannabis has avoided a jail sentence, and has been ordered to complete 200 hours of community service.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 17:11:23 +0000
Line of Duty star Adrian Dunbar beams with pride as he cradles baby granddaughter
Adrian Dunbar is beaming with pride in recent photographs with his baby granddaughter.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:04:14 +0000
Fine for Fermanagh man in possession of cannabis
A Newtownbutler man has been fined for possession of cannabis.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh SDLP councillor calls for more stable politics
SDLP Erne West Councillor Adam Gannon has said he is frustrated and angry at the continued threats to stability and delivery from the DUP and Sinn Fein.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 12:27:23 +0000
Order revoked for Fermanagh man who 'behaved outrageously' towards Probation
A man who breached his Probation order had the order revoked and has been resentenced to one month in prison.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 11:18:50 +0000
Fire and Rescue Service: On-call firefighters wanted in Fermanagh
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) is recruiting for On-Call Firefighters in 15 Fire Stations across Northern Ireland, including Enniskillen.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:40:00 +0000
Obituary: Mr. Wesley William Armstrong
The death has taken place of Wesley Armstrong of Derryscobe, Letterbreen, who passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 10, aged 94.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:16:49 +0000
William of Orange to feature on new coin to be released by Royal Mint
King William III, famously known as William of Orange or King Billy, will feature in a new collection of coins remastering the portraits of historic monarchs from the past 500 years which are to be released over the next number of years, the Royal Mi...

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:53:01 +0000
Martin Lewis tip could save hundreds on mobile phone bills with each year
Mr Lewis said the price of the average 4GB phone deal has halved over the past five years.

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh Choral Society concert funds for roof restoration
The Dean of St Macartin's, The Very Rev Kenneth Hall is pictured receiving a donation from Fermanagh Choral Society for the Organ Restoration Fund. The Society was delighted to support the fund with proceeds from their Christmas Concert and wish to t...

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:54:16 +0000
Lidl and B&Q: Rare plants worth thousands are being sold in stores
Features that are often mistaken for disease can see plants reduced in price

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 09:53:37 +0000
McDonald's reveal Chicken Big Mac is coming to UK menu for first time ever
The burger will be available in the 1,300 stores across the UK from February 2.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 19:31:06 +0000
Cavan man was 'clearing his head' when drinking driving
A trainee accountant has been convicted of driving with excess alcohol in his blood after he was stopped outside a shop in Enniskillen following a report of a suspected drink driver.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 17:16:40 +0000
Visiting once per day re-introduced for Western Trust hospitals
While there remain continued high transmission rates of Covid-19 in the community, the Western Health and Social Care Trust is further easing restrictions on hospital visiting rules from after midnight

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 17:01:32 +0000
Police in Fermanagh: Vehicle with false number plates seized
The owner of an Audi A4 had their vehicle seized for displaying false number plates among other offences following an operation by the PSNI last week.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:24:56 +0000
Fermanagh woman, 28, stopped twice while driving with no insurance
A woman was stopped twice in the space of nine days driving with no car insurance, Enniskillen Magistrates Court has heard.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Ryan McGovern Inquest: Coroner rules on tragic accident
A FOUR-DAY inquest into the tragic death of a seven-year-old boy in 2015 has found that neither the driver of the car that struck him, nor the boy, could see each other in time to stop before the fatal collision.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 15:07:42 +0000
New Highway Code: Changes to rules this week could see increase in road rage
An AA survey showed one in three drivers are unaware of major changes to road rules.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:41:11 +0000
Fermanagh Omagh district: Winter drink/drug driving arrest figures released
The PSNI has confirmed that in Northern Ireland, almost 300 people were arrested for drink/drug driving offences throughout the 2021 festive period, with 23 people arrested in the Fermanagh and Omagh policing district alone.

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000
'My art is a sort of journal of my life', says Fermanagh-based artist Cilla Patton
Fermanagh-based artist Cilla Patton works predominantly in acrylic paints, creating fine art pieces that have evolved from figurative to nearly abstract in style.



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