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Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:32:36 +0000
Swann seeks ministers’ input over Covid relaxations after legal advice
Health Minister Robin Swann has written to other Stormont ministers asking for their input before he makes any decisions on easing remaining Covid restrictions in Northern Ireland.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh theatre group EADS back with some suite comedy at the Ardhowen
Enniskillen Amateur Dramatic Society (EADS) returns to the stage with Neil Simon’s ‘Plaza Suite’ at the Ardhowen Theatre, running from February 17 to 19.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Driving ban for Kinawley man who went to collect his friends who were ‘stuck for a lift’
A man who went to collect friends who were stuck for a lift has been convicted of driving with excess alcohol in his breath.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Suspended sentence for thief who stole alcohol from ASDA
A man barred from ASDA but who stole vodka and whiskey from the store has been handed a suspended prison sentence.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh woman grateful for quick action of NHS following shock cancer diagnosis
A FERMANAGH woman is praising the quick action of the NHS and support of local charities following her shocking cancer diagnosis early last year.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 09:26:58 +0000
Captain Sir Tom Moore charity under investigation after accounts published
The Second World War veteran whose charity walks inspired the nation at the start of the coronavirus pandemic died last year, aged 100.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 08:34:43 +0000
Apple shares AirTag and Find My Network update plans amid concerns of 'unwanted tracking'
Apple has announced significant plans to update its AirTag and Find My Network tracking devices. See what's changing.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:51:37 +0000
Robin Swann considering legal advice over lifting remaining Covid restrictions
Northern Ireland’s Health Minister Robin Swann is considering legal advice over lifting Covid restrictions.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Over £6,000 raised in memory of Kieran Curley
A fantastic £6,140 was recently raised for the Northern Ireland Air Ambulance by the Curley family in memory of Kieran Curley. The money was raised via an online music event which was organised by Kieran's son, Gary Curley.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Enniskillen woman directing a powerful play that captures some of the emotional impact of Bloody Sunday
Sole Purpose Productions will be presenting ‘Scenes From An Inquiry’, written by Dave Duggan and directed by Enniskillen’s Kat Woods, as part of the Festival of Theatre for Social Change to mark 25 years of award-winning theatre.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 12:48:46 +0000
Coronavirus in Fermanagh: 20 Covid patients in SWAH
It is understood that Health Minister Health Minister Robin Swann is awaiting legal advice on the removal of further Covid-19 restrictions in Northern Ireland.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:30:59 +0000
No changes to Highway Code in Northern Ireland
Recent changes to the Highway Code for Great Britain will not be implemented in Northern Ireland (NI) at this time, it has been confirmed by the Department for Infrastructure (DfI).

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:00:32 +0000
Paint by the pints a hit at Charlie's Bar, Enniskillen
With a paintbrush in one hand and a pint in the other, participants of Charlie's Bar's 'Paint by the Pints' event had a great night of craic and creativity as they embraced their inner artist.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:58:37 +0000
B&M launches hanging egg chair in black, white and cream for just £30
Shoppers will need to be quick as B&M predict the range will sell out for a second year running.  

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:58:58 +0000
Royal Mail first and second class stamps to be scrapped from January 2023
Royal Mail will introduce new "reinvented" stamps after a successful trial of the new designs. 

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 09:54:18 +0000
Ofgem smart meter surge pricing: UK households face Uber-style energy charges
Smart meters will automatically send updates on energy usage every 30 minutes, Ofgem announced.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:21:22 +0000
The Perfume Shop reveals its Valentine's Day deals - here's what's on offer
The Perfume Shop has plenty of Valentine's Day deals for that special someone, here is what's on offer.

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 10:20:51 +0000
Last minute Valentine's Day gifts from MenKind, H Samuel and more
Here are some of the best last-minute Valentine's Day gifts to buy this year.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:07:38 +0000
Fermanagh in 2002: Elaborate bomb hoax interrupts GAA dinner
THE finger of blame is being firmly pointed at Loyalist paramilitaries for the elaborate bomb hoax which caused a GAA dinner to be abandoned at the Manor House Hotel on Friday night.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:04:46 +0000
Fermanagh in 1992: Glen transforms grey walls
ARTIST Glen Harron had to race against the clock to complete the biggest painting job of his life.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh in 1922: Pilgrims held up in roadside armed robbery on way home
THE methods of the armed robber gangs of the South of Ireland have begun in Fermanagh, with the first highway robbery taking place on Tuesday night.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 15:38:00 +0000
BMW knocks down police officer in early morning incident
THE PSNI are searching for information after a police officer was hit by a car whilst on patrol in Clogher on Sunday morning.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 15:29:09 +0000
Police investigating boiler burglaries in Tyrone
Police are investigating a spate of burglaries in Tyrone following six boilers being taken.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Looking back at Fermanagh through the pages of The Impartial Reporter
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 13:01:34 +0000
Pair accused of stealing over £1,000 in money
A MAN and a woman have been returned to the Crown Court to face charges including aggravated burglary and theft.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Far Caspian to release deluxe edition of album
Fermanagh songwriter-producer and multi-instrumentalist Joel Johnston – who releases work under the name ‘Far Caspian’ – has announced that the deluxe edition of his debut album, ‘Ways To Get Out’, will arrive on February 25 via Tiny Libr...

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 11:39:07 +0000
Universal Credit, child benefit, pension - full list of benefits rising in April 2022
Universal Credit, child benefit and statutory pension are among payments that will be increased in April to keep up with the rising cost of living.

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 09:20:30 +0000
St. Patrick’s Day Parade will not go ahead in Enniskillen this year
Organisers of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Enniskillen have taken the decision not to go ahead with a parade this year due to the sense of unease which still remains among the community due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:27:29 +0000
Community service for woman who assaulted police
A WOMAN who assaulted two police officers at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) has been given community service.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Air Ambulance NI receives donation from Royal Black Preceptory
A donation of £250 was made to the Air Ambulance NI charity following money raised from car parking at the Royal Black Preceptory's parade in Kesh in August 2021.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh native speaks about life in Canada
IN THE first of a new occasional series catching up with far-flung Fermanagh folk, The Impartial Reporter talks with Lisbellaw native Gavin Johnston, who currently lives in Alberta, Canada, with his English wife, Hayley, and their son, Callum.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Bird spotting: best bird food to attract wildlife to UK gardens in nesting season
Robins, Bramblings and Goldfinches are among the birds commonly seen at this time of year.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:15:28 +0000
Woman who stole sweets given suspended sentence
A woman who stole sweets from an Enniskillen store has been handed a suspended sentence.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:45:51 +0000
Case of bird flu confirmed in Fermanagh
An official case of avian influenza has been confirmed in County Fermanagh.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Ryanair reveals top 5 destinations for summer 2022
Ryanair has revealed its top five destinations for this summer.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Due recognition for inclusivity at Jones Memorial PS
Mark Baker, Chief Executive of the Controlled School Support Council visited Jones Memorial Primary School to "celebrate and discuss" how the Enniskillen school are open to all children and young people from "all faiths, backgrounds and abilities".

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Northern Ireland sees shocking rise in online child sex abuse crime
THE PSNI have today marked Internet Safety Day ( February 8) with the release of  shocking statistics related to online child sex abuse crime.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:23:54 +0000
Rise in number of sexual offences reported in NI
The number of sexual offences reported to police in Northern Ireland has increased by 16 per cent in a year.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:12:51 +0000
Asda announcement will help customers save on their shopping
Asda make announcement to help customer budgets "stretch further" following Jack Monroe complaints.

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 09:42:28 +0000
Valentine's Day stationery from Paperchase, Papier and more
We're rounded up some of the best Valentine's Day stationery from Paperchase, Papier and more.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh stabbing accused returned to Crown Court
A woman accused of stabbing another person with a kitchen knife has been returned to the Crown Court.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 17:26:25 +0000
Driver who struck oncoming car was uninsured
An uninsured driver who clipped the side of an oncoming car when pulling out on to a road has been handed penalty points and fines.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:41:00 +0000
Important deadlines for farmers and food producers
DAERA have two important deadlines for farmers, food producers and event organisers to comply with.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:56:12 +0000
Fermanagh man admits possession of indecent child image charges
A Fermanagh man who has admitted guilt over indecent child image charges, initially tried to have his identity withheld, claiming disclosure of the allegations would exacerbate the ill-health of a relative.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh High Sheriff: Pat O'Doherty selected for 2022
A new High Sheriff has been appointed for County Fermanagh.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh man raises over £18,000 for Sands NI from Peaks for Peter challenge
Belfast-based Fermanagh man Eddie Roofe has donated a total of £18,836.50 to Sands Northern Ireland following the success of his Peaks for Peter challenge.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000
Covid UK: Dog owners issued warning over mystery illness thought to be Covid
It is thought the sudden wave of cases could be caused by a type of coronavirus.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 09:12:09 +0000
Tesco warn 'worst is yet to come' amid rise in food prices
The warning comes as Ofgem confirmed the energy price cap will rise by 54% in April.

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:38:00 +0000
Health Matters: Why CoQ10 is essential for cell energy
CoQ10 is essential for cell energy. Our cells, tissues and organs cannot survive without it. CoQ10 exists within every single living cell of our body, where it plays a vital role in the process of energy production for that cell.



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