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Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:02:48 +0000
Fermanagh residents encouraged to join in 'Big Spring Clean'
Community and civic pride initiative, Live Here Love Here, is delighted to announce Belfast Harbour as the sponsor for the 2022 Big Spring Clean. Together, they are encouraging individuals, schools, community groups and businesses across County Ferma...

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Ukraine crisis: Where you can donate in Fermanagh
As the ongoing humanitarian crisis unfolds in Ukraine, many people from across Fermanagh and the surronding areas have come together to set up donations drives.

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 09:04:24 +0000
MPs to get £2,200 pay rise as UK families face cost of living crisis
MPs will see pay increase from £81,932 to £84,144 as UK families brace for a rise in the cost of living.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:59:00 +0000
Tesco Enniskillen making a difference
Lough Erne Yacht Club Sailability would like to thank Martina, Tesco champion and all the Tesco customers for their support on the book stand at the store which raised £255.17. The monies raised will go a long way to getting Disabled people on the w...

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:17:34 +0000
Fermanagh man convicted of no insurance and licence after contest
A Derrylin man who had pulled in to a jetty on his way to work before being approached by police has been convicted of having no insurance or driving licence, and possession of cannabis.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:27:34 +0000
New dog fouling signage rolled out across Fermanagh
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is stepping up efforts to help address the issue of increased dog fouling throughout the district with the roll out of new signage to encourage dog owners to clean up after their dog.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Young leaders in Fermanagh ready to award £4,000 fund
A GROUP of young leaders in Fermanagh will be awarding a grant of up to £4,000 to groups with goals that are compatible with theirs.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council: Police give advice on dealing with online fraudsters
A NWE PSNI campaign is asking people to be on their guard against heartless scammers, in response to increasing reports of online blackmail of an intimate or sexual nature – blackmail that is commonly known as ‘sextortion’.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:42:31 +0000
Fermanagh driver avoids ban by 'the skin of his teeth'
An R driver who was detected travelling more than twice the legal speed limit told police he was on his way to buy paracetamol for his girlfriend.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:48:47 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh protesting councillors say they will not be silenced
A NUMBER of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Independent members have held a protest against the latest rates increase amid what they alleged are continuous efforts to silence them in the Chamber, ultimately impacting on constituents.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:45:00 +0000
Website designed to help farmers deal with stress
A new interactive website launched this week by the Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland has been designed to help the farming community identify and deal with stress and pressure of farming.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 08:43:00 +0000
Boho flooding: Boho residents feel 'abandoned' and 'forgotten'
The residents of Boho feel "abandoned" and "forgotten about" as once again their lives have been severely disrupted by flooding.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:08:00 +0000
Royal Mail celebrates FA Cup's 150th anniversary with new stamps
Royal Mail is celebrating 150 years of the FA Cup with a special set of stamps.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 14:07:00 +0000
When do the clocks go forward UK? Exact date clocks change in March
Here is everything you need to know about the UK clock changes in 2022.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 13:06:00 +0000
McDonald's announce Chicken Big Mac will return this week
It comes weeks after the Chicken Big Mac was pulled from menus earlier than planned.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 12:06:00 +0000
10 concerning symptoms that could be cancer - NHS guidance on when to see your GP
In a new media campaign, NHS leaders and cancer charities are urging people not to delay vital checks.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 11:05:00 +0000
HMRC urges parents to check child benefit or risk £100 fine and tax charge
Here’s everything you need to know about the child benefit tax and how to pay it.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 10:05:00 +0000
'Complicated' UK Covid travel rule set to be changed ahead of Easter holidays
Current rules require all tourists to fill out a Covid travel form before returning to the UK.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:08:00 +0000
McDonald's 'trick' can save you 50 per cent on your order every time
The offer is only open to people aged 16 and over.

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 09:09:11 +0000
Top 10 PlayStation 5 games and PS5 restocks including GTA V and Elden Ring
Here are the top 10 PlayStation 5 games in 2022 and where you can purchase a PS5.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 17:02:37 +0000
Fine and disqualification for Tyrone driver who was ‘swerving’ over the road
A driver who was observed swerving over the road by police officers has been banned from driving.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 14:52:42 +0000
Fermanagh businesses set for digital surge as new programme launches
Digital Surge, a £1 million Digital Programme for businesses across Northern Ireland (NI), has officially launched this week with registrations now open for the first in the series of workshops, beginning tomorrow, March 1.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:52:27 +0000
Gardai appeal for information as unarmed officer attacked near Blacklion
An attack on an unarmed uniformed officer of An Garda Síochána near the Fermanagh-Cavan Border is being investigated.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh youth festival seeks young creatives to take part
The Inside Outside Youth Festival is returning to the streets and screens of Fermanagh from March 21 to 31 and are calling out for young people to get involved.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:53:15 +0000
Domestic violence accused released on bail despite police objections
Despite police objections, a judge has granted bail for a man accused of domestic violence offences.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:50:54 +0000
Police appeal for information following assault in Enniskillen
Police in Fermanagh are appealing for witnesses to an assault that occurred at a commercial premises in Enniskillen town centre on Sunday afternoon (February 27).

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Farm workers are set to get a wage rise from April 1
The Agricultural Wages Board for Northern Ireland has announced proposed increases to the minimum wage rates for agricultural workers of five per cent from April 1. The proposed new rates are as follows.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 11:23:00 +0000
Russia's invasion of Ukraine set to become 'more violent', Ben Wallace warns
The defence secretary warned to expect 'ruthless, indiscriminate bombing of cities'.

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:22:22 +0000
Tesco meal deals are going up in price TODAY but Clubcard members won't be affected
he new prices will be introduced across all Tesco stores from Monday (28 February).

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 09:22:55 +0000
Jet2: Here's the deadline to change a booking without an admin fee
The deadline is looming for Jet2 customers who wish to change their booking without paying an admin fee.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Picture special: Night of celebration for Fermanagh hurlers
The Fermanagh Senior hurlers enjoyed a night of celebration at Mahon’s Hotel on Saturday as they received their Lory Meagher Cup winners medals following their victory in the competition last season.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
‘Refocus, renew and remember’ at The Graan’s Novena of Hope in Fermanagh
Attendees of this year's Novena of Hope at The Graan Monastery, Enniskillen, which begins on March 5, and will continue twice daily until March 14, will be encouraged to "refocus, renew and remember" during the 10 days of devotional prayer.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Enniskillen Motor Club donate £1,000 to Homestart in Fermanagh
Members of Enniskillen Motor Club presented a cheque for £1,000 to members of the Homestart Lakeland group as their nominated charity for 2021.

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Royal recognition for South West College
South West College (SWC) has been recognised by The Queen for becoming an outstanding leader in environmental sustainability, by winning a Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2020/2022.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Picture special: Fermanagh Harriers Hunt Ball
THERE were plenty of smiles and good cheer last Saturday evening as the annual Fermanagh Harriers Hunt Ball took place in the Killyhevlin Hotel.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh student (14) shares how her mental health spiralled out of control in the pandemic
A 14-year-old student, who became addicted to alcohol as a coping mechanism for depression and attempted to take her own life, has spoken out about her struggles in the hope of helping others her age who may have been going through the same experienc...

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Trust to target Fermanagh expats to fill neonatal vacancies
The Western Health and Social Care Trust have reaffirmed their commitment to neonatal and maternity services in South West Acute Hospital.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
2 Royal Irish lay colours to rest in their 1689 Fermanagh birthplace
On Sunday evening, overlooking the River Erne and with the late winter Fermanagh sun setting over Enniskillen, the 2nd Battalion The Royal Irish Regiment (2 R Irish) laid their Colours to rest at the Inniskilling Museum within the grounds of Enniskil...

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
‘Bishop Joe’ joins line-dancing lovers at Mahon’s Hotel
JOE Mahon donned colourful garb as he dressed up as a bishop at Mahon’s Hotel in Irvinestown recently, where the hotelier extraordinaire and master purveyor of the occasional memorable tall tale or two welcomed lovers of line-dancing for a wedding ...

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Wedding: Fermanagh couple Nikita and Mark Domer
In the presence of their family and friends, Nikita Eastham married Mark Domer on June 5 last at Magheracross Parish Church, Ballinamallard.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
INTO Northern Chair: Pay offer ‘not a fair reflection’ of teachers’ work
The latest proposed pay offer from employers and the Department of Education does “not acknowledge the contribution teachers are making”, according to Belleek woman Marie O’Shea, Chairperson of the Irish National Teachers’s Organisation’s (...

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh man felt ‘threatened’ after pine marten broke into his house
A Fermanagh resident was left feeling scared and helpless after a wild animal broke into his house causing physical damage to his property and personal distress.

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Iceland announce change to bonus card scheme across UK stores
The change could affect thousands of Iceland customers.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh politicians slam Minister's Boho stance
Fermanagh politicians have been united this week in their calls for Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon to do more in regards to flooding in Boho.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Enniskillen Rotary Club hosts regional final of the young leadership competition
The Rotary Club of Enniskillen recently hosted one of the seven regional finals of the Rotary Youth Leadership Development Competition, with two successful candidates receiving places on a team-building trip to Belfast and Dublin.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Denzil McDaniel: Who sets the agenda for what people want, what they really really want?
When Tony Blair’s New Labour swept to power in the 1997 UK General Election, the biggest-selling British daily newspaper’s headline the next day was “It was the Sun wot won it” with the Rupert Murdoch paper unashamedly claiming credit for inf...

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Live at the Castle: Full festival line-up announced
The full line-up for Live at the Castle has now been announced with a great variety of entertainment from local performers to international acts scheduled to perform at Enniskillen Castle over seven days this March.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Coronavirus: Fermanagh GP urges cautious approach
As Boris Johnson sets an end date in place for isolation for those who test positive with coronavirus, a Fermanagh GP has urged people to take a cautious approach.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 11:03:53 +0000
Fermanagh golf course to the 'fore' on Instagram
Research by Jura Wathces has revealed the Lough Erne golf course is one of the most Instagrammable courses in the UK.

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 10:46:39 +0000
NISRA reveals excess mortality and Covid-19 related deaths
On Thursday, the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency (NISRA) published a report on excess mortality and Covid-19 related deaths in Northern Ireland up to December 2021.



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