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Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:53:22 +0000
Snow in Fermanagh: Schools closed due to snow
Due to severe weather in Fermanagh this morning (Thursday, February 24), following overnight snow and more expected throughout the day, one school in the area has closed and another has asked certain year groups not to come in.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:32:02 +0000
Brent crude oil prices soar past $100 as Russia invades Ukraine - how it affects UK
Russia is the world’s second-largest oil producer and is a major supplier to Europe.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:04:40 +0000
Road closed following crash on Fermanagh Tyrone Border
The Tummery Road, Dromore is currently closed following a two vehicle road traffic collision.

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:22:44 +0000
World Book Day kids fancy dress costumes from Sainsbury's, Matalan, Disney and more
World Book Day is held on Thursday, March 3 - here are some amazing costume ideas for your little ones.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:15:00 +0000
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 17:21:44 +0000
Irvinestown man fined for improper use of communication
A man has been fined at Enniskillen Magistrates Court after he was convicted of improper use of communications.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:56:25 +0000
Fermanagh in 1992: Discovery of rotting sheep
FARMERS who indiscriminately dispose of animal carcases have been severely criticised by a public health official.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:51:07 +0000
Fermanagh in 2002: Lack of funding a problem for cardiac treatment
TWO members of the local cardiac support group met with Health Minister Bairbre de Brin to present a petition asking for better services for cardiac patients.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 12:42:32 +0000
Fermanagh in 1922: Terror and tragedy as IRA strike at Clones train station
A TERRIBLE tragedy took place at Clones railway station on Saturday evening on the arrival there of the Down (Dundalk) train at 5.45.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:46:28 +0000
Fermanagh in days gone by
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:04:00 +0000
Farming: Advice on getting the best from high cost fertilisers this year
Using fertilisers effectively in the light of recent increases in the cost of fertiliser was the topic of a recent joint webinar from AFBI, Agrisearch and CAFRE. A number of speakers addressed issues affecting the cost effective use of fertilisers an...

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Saint Kevin's College launch eco-project
Saint Kevin's College, Lisnaskea officially launched its Eco Project on Wednesday, February 2.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:37:16 +0000
Kevin Lunney abductor launches appeal against conviction
Alan Harte has launched a High Court challenge aimed at setting aside both the conviction and the 30 year prison sentence he received from the Special Criminal Court for his role in the kidnapping and attack on businessman Kevin Lunney.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:47:34 +0000
UK weather: Met Office issue snow warning as 'Storm Gladys' looms
Days after Dudley, Eunice and Franklin hit, Storm Gladys could be next with weather warnings issued across Wednesday and Thursday.

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:40:29 +0000
Rare 2p and 50p coins could be worth THOUSANDS - how to check if you have one
A number of coins with specific designs or mistakes on them can be worth thousands

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 18:30:00 +0000
Footballer airlifted to Belfast following serious injury
A youth footballer was airlifted to hospital from the Bawnacre Centre, Irvinestown following an injury during a football match on Monday, February 21.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:01:00 +0000
North Country Cheviot sale marks family's 50 years breeding
The first North Country Cheviot in-lamb sale sponsored by Agri Lloyd Ltd was held at Beattie’s Pedigree Centre in Omagh, had a good crowd by ringside and had online viewers and bidders from the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 16:46:45 +0000
Fermanagh neonatal nurse speaks on 'rewarding' role
A newly qualified nurse has spoken about the rewarding nature of working at South West Acute Hosptial (SWAH).   Paediatric Nurse Michelle McElroy, based at SWAH's Neonatal Unit is encouraging others to consider a career in neonatal nursing and paed...

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:58:00 +0000
Fermanagh sheep farm appointed Technology Demonstration Farm
Technology Demonstration Farms (TDFs) provide a network of local farms which allow other farmers the opportunity to see new technology and innovations which they could adopt within their own businesses. William Egerton, Rosslea, Co. Fermanagh has rec...

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:55:00 +0000
AA champion bred at Belleek's Home Farm
The male champion at the Aberdeen Angus Club's show and sale of bulls and females at Dungannon Farmers' Mart was bred by Fintan Keown of Belleek.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 11:36:18 +0000
Fermanagh to expect snow as weather warning announced
A two day weather warning will come into effect from tomorrow, Wednesday, February 23 in Fermanagh for wind and snow.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 10:21:00 +0000
Enniskillen officers to test out new digital notebook
The PSNI have announced they will be testing out a new digital notebook over the coming weeks.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:56:55 +0000
Call for post-primary applications to be made before deadline
Parents of primary seven pupils are being asked to ensure they have applied for a post-primary place before the deadline of Wednesday, February 23.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:54:29 +0000
Health Department to 'carefully consider' Living with Covid Plan for England
The Department of Health will carefully consider the UK Government’s Living With COVID Plan for England and its implications for Northern Ireland.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:15:55 +0000
Iceland is selling a Pancake Day bundle for £5
Get everything you need for Pancake Day from Iceland.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:16:20 +0000
Britain’s top 5 holiday destinations – see the list and book flights
Flights to top holiday destinations for 2022.

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 09:02:15 +0000
NHS Covid scam warning issued across the UK
It’s important to remember the NHS and the Government will never ask for personal details.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Captain Preet Chandi visits Enniskillen school
The students from Devenish College welcomed an inspiring guest last week – an avid explorer who trekked across the South Pole.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 17:11:04 +0000
Suspended sentence for Cavan man who stole lorry batteries
A man who stole lorry batteries from a business in Enniskillen has received a suspended sentence.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 17:02:12 +0000
Western Trust puts out appeal to free up beds in hospitals
The Western Trust has put out an urgent appeal for family and carers to help support timely discharges as the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) and Altnagelvin remain under significant pressure.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:12:34 +0000
Coronavirus: Mobile vaccine clinic in Fermanagh
The Western Health and Social Care Trust has announced plans for a fresh phase of mobile vaccination clinics over February and March, taking its vaccine programme right into the heart of communities.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 12:41:29 +0000
Adrian Dunbar reflects on his life and career in new series
Popular UTV series ‘Eamonn Mallie Face to Face with……’ returns tomorrow night (Tuesday) for its fifth series, with the veteran journalist and writer sitting down with actor Adrian Dunbar.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 10:33:52 +0000
One man taken to hospital following assault in Fermanagh
A man in his 20s was taken to hospital after being assaulted in Fermanagh recently.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:07:49 +0000
Storm Franklin: Fermanagh impacted by high winds
Numerous trees have fallen and many residents have been left without electricity as Storm Franklin continues to ravage Fermanagh as yellow weather warning for wind is currently in place.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fivemiletown couple to feature in next episode of Rare Breed
UTV’s hit farming series, ‘Rare Breed - A Farming Year’, continues on Tuesday with the farmers making the most of the better weather after a very wet and cold May.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Áine Murphy raises organ donor Bill’s passage
Sinn Féin MLA Áine Murphy has welcomed the passage of the Organ Donation Bill through its final stage in the Assembly last week.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:16:20 +0000
Storm Franklin UK tracker: How long will Storm Franklin last?
The public have been warned to brace for strengthening winds and lashing rain as Storm Franklin moves in overnight.

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:18:34 +0000
UK weather: Met Office issues fresh 'threat to life' warning amid Storm Franklin
The severe weather comes just days after Storm Dudley and Storm Eunice battered large parts of the UK

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh family grateful for TinyLife support following birth of premature baby
A Fermanagh mum-of-one is grateful for the support she received from the charity TinyLife after the traumatic experience of giving birth prematurely during lockdown.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh Council’s committee chair rejects ‘undemocratic’ criticism
The Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Regeneration and Community Committee, Councillor Victor Warrington, has rejected criticism of his handling of a previous meeting, after some members branded him ‘undemocratic’.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Noelle and Alan Davis' magical Minnie Mouse and farming themed wedding
Surrounded by their family and friends, Noelle McClave married Alan Davis at a unique wedding inspired by their favourite things: Minnie and Mickey Mouse and farming.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Living on the Erne’s shores is a real generation game for Eric, 95, and the Cathcarts
When your family has been living on the shores of Lough Erne for approximately 300 years, it is only natural that they would become involved in such things as boat building and commercial fishing.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Judge did not ‘believe a word’ in Donegal man's contested drink-driving case
A judge said he did not believe a word of what was said by a defendant and witness during a contest over a drink driving charge at Enniskillen Magistrates Court on Monday.

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Married dad of four Paul proud to be ordained as a new Deacon
A man with a wife and four children was recently ordained in the Roman Catholic Church as a permanent Deacon.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 22:40:00 +0000
Fermanagh native speaks about life in Australia
Ballinamallard native Leesa McCormick (née Evans) and her husband Gary currently live with their family in Australia.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 22:30:00 +0000
Fermanagh victim of alleged child prostitution issues legal action at the High Court
A woman who was allegedly victim of years of sexual abuse while at a children’s home in Fermanagh has issued legal proceedings against the Western Health and Social Care Trust (WHSCT), the Chief Constable of the PSNI and Care (NI) Ltd who managed t...

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Friends of the Cancer Centre fundraising group raise £3,500 in memory of late Fermanagh man
Members of Friends of the Cancer Centre’s Fermanagh fundraising group recently invited their local community to join them in making a donation to the charity, in celebration of the life of Neville Gamble, who passed away on November 8, 2019.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
UUP Councillor's casting vote blocks further answers over PSNI explosives escorts
The casting vote of the Chair of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council’s Policy and Resources Committee has blocked a proposal to seek further answers after members were unhappy with responses around a PSNI decision to provide escorting explosives f...

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh Country music stars shine at NI Country Music Awards
Fermanagh was well represented at the Northern Ireland Country Music Awards 2022, with a number of local Country music stars winning top awards.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Response to care home Covid-19 public inquiry call criticised as ‘fundamentally disrespectful’
Despite Fermanagh and Omagh District Council agreeing a motion supporting the call by Commissioner for Older People Eddie Lynch for a public inquiry into the handling of Covid-19 in care homes, and advising all Stormont Departments of this position, ...



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