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Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh South Tyrone election: Greens back Kellie Turtle
Another candidate hoping to draw local support has thrown their hat into the ring for the upcoming 2022 Assembly elections.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh activist Dylan Quinn calls on people to use vote
Stormont is continuing its work despite having no First Minister or Deputy First Minister in place – however, the clock is ticking on some Bills which may not be passed before the end of this mandate, including two Bills proposed by Fermanagh South...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Over £7,000 donated to Air Ambulance NI from Enniskillen tractor run
A sum of £7,240 was donated to Air Ambulance NI recently, proceeds of the tractor run in Enniskillen which was held just before Christmas 2021.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh native speaks about life in Qatar
Fermanagh native Eimer Maguire is currently living in Doha, Qatar. Moving to the Middle East was Eimer's first move away from home after finishing university in Belfast – which she says is a "big change from driving down the road every Friday!"

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh Anti-fracking groups welcome Minister’s move on fracking ban
During the debate on the Onshore Fracking (Prohibition) Bill Second Stage at Stormont on Tuesday night, the Economy Minister told the Assembly that his preferred policy option on fracking would be a moratorium on all forms of exploration and extracti...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Suspended sentence for disorderly Enniskillen man
A man who refused to let police officers search him for drugs has been given a suspended sentence.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
GP crisis in Fermanagh deepens as under-pressure practice to lose two more doctors
A meeting between local politicians and representatives from Maple Health Centre in Lisnaskea revealed that two doctors have left the practice since August, with another two due to leave this year.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh GP services 'crying out' for investment MLA tells Health Minister
Fermanagh and South Tyrone is "crying out for investment" a local MLA has told a Stormont debate on the the issue of GP services.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh forester and team to walk 100,000 steps in 24 hours for charity
A number of Northern Ireland Forest Service employees are taking on the Olympian Sandals challenge, aiming to walk 100,000 steps in less than 24 hours to raise vital funds for children with the eye disease trachoma.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
The wedding of John and Julie Carney
After 18 years together, John Carney married Julie Murphy on October 29, 2021 at Enniskillen Castle, surrounded by their family and close friends. Following the ceremony, the couple held their wedding reception at The Coach Inn, Omagh.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Family pay tribute to late Fermanagh musician Sean Maguire
The family of the late multi-talented Fermanagh musician Sean Maguire have paid tribute to a loving husband, father and grandfather who had a strong community focus and "lived for music".

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Work well under way for new extension at Fermanagh primary school
Construction of the new £6 million extension for Enniskillen Integrated Primary School is well underway with the completion of the building's steel frame.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Sports funding available from the Fermanagh Recreational Trust
The Fermanagh Recreational Trust continues to support the County’s sporting talent and is currently open for applications to support local individuals and sporting clubs. The fund supports the organisation, development and funding of sporting activ...

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
When do the clocks go forward UK? Exact date clocks change in 2022
Here is everything you need to know about the UK clock changes in 2022.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Cheaper energy bills: Which? reveals how to save more than £3,000
Further pressure has been piled on families after Ofgem announced a 54% increase in the energy price cap last week. 

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
IKEA, Aldi Tesco and more issue 'do not eat' warning amid health concerns - full list
IKEA, Aldi Tesco are among supermarkets and retailers sharing 'do not eat' warnings with customers amid health concerns - see the full list.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:00:00 +0000
Joan Trimble Bursary Awards are open for application
The Joan Trimble Bursary Awards are open for application. Administered by The Fermanagh Trust, the bursary scheme was set up in 2002 in memory of the Enniskillen-born musician and composer. Established by her family, the Awards recognise Joan’s lif...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:26:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh Council wants to lead charge SWAH against neo-natal crisis
A proposal for Fermanagh and Omagh Council to lead the charge against the neonatal crisis at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) has passed unanimously.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:50:00 +0000
Denzil McDaniel: Will everybody get what nobody wants as a year of political crisis unfolds?
The old saying “by your friends ye shall know them” may not be an exact truism, but it’s accurate enough to be significant when looking at the line-up of allies backing the DUP decision to collapse the office of First Minister over the Northern...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 13:31:00 +0000
Night of traditional Lithuanian food and music at Mahon's Hotel
Fermanagh is the home of many Lithuanian natives, and on Friday, February 18, Mahon’s Hotel in Irvinestown is welcoming Lithuanian natives, relations and people who have a keen interest in immersing themselves in new cultures to an evening of wonde...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
29 birds killed in Fermanagh bird flu outbreak
Two geese have died in Fermanagh as a result of contracting avian flu and a further 27 birds have been culled as a result of the outbreak.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:04:00 +0000
New Rector instituted to Parish of Lisbellaw with Coolbuck in Clogher Diocese
A new Rector of the Parish of Lisbellaw with Coolbuck has been instituted at a special service in Lisbellaw Parish Church led by the Bishop of Clogher, the Right Revd Dr Ian Ellis.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:51:00 +0000
Rev. Lindsay Farrell instituted as rector
The Rev. Lindsey Farrell has been instituted as rector of the grouped parishes of Maguiresbridge and Derrybrusk in Clogher Diocese at a recent service.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Call for new investigation into killing of Michael Leonard 'no further on'
A response to a request to the Minister for Justice, Naomi Long, to increase Police Ombudsman resources for Legacy investigations, but particularly around the 1973 shooting of Michael Leonard, has revealed additional funding has been granted for such...

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 18:54:00 +0000
Netflix to axe 40 films and TV shows from March 1 - see the full list
Full list of content being scrapped by Netflix in March including TV shows, Netflix originals and films. 

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
EE customers warned as glitch appears to add thousands to bills
A problem has arisen with a number of users of EE's services.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000
PIMS disease: Covid-linked illness affecting children - full list of symptoms
Paediatric Inflammatory Multisystem Syndrome (PIMS) is a new condition which is affecting children weeks after becoming infected with coronavirus.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:52:13 +0000
McDonald's Chicken Big Mac dropped from menu one month early
The burger was made available in the 1,300 stores across the UK from February 2.

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 11:43:46 +0000
Adidas bares all with new sports bra campaign - Shop the collection
The sports leisure brand is promoting its new product with a daring social media post.

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.



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