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Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Belfast man with MS running Ireland in 10 days will pass through Enniskillen
Colin Goodman, who lives with MS, is planning to run the length of the island of Ireland, including passing through Enniskillen, to help raise money to help stop MS – something he believes new developments show is possible, and is a target that res...

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Waterways Ireland signs off on Phase 2 of Ulster Canal redevelopment project
Phase 2 of the Ulster Canal Restoration has been officially initiated with a contract signing in Clones, Co. Monaghan on Monday morning, July 25.

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Comhaltas impresses at Ulster Fleadh in Dromore
There was great success for Fermanagh Comhaltas over the weekend as a number of members who participated in Ulster Fleadh competitions were placed highly, with many taking the top spot in their respective musical fields.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Tributes following death of former Fermanagh nurse
Tributes have been paid to the late, well-respected former nurse and founder member of Combat Cancer (Cancer Focus), Jane Packham, who used her many talents to the full and took great care of her patients.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:19:14 +0100
Police appeal for information on missing man with Fermanagh links
Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of a Cookstown man who has links to the Fermanagh and Tyrone areas.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:34:00 +0100
Suspended sentence for man who allowed himself to be carried in van taken without consent
A report by a member of the public about two men attempting to start a van in the early hours of the morning has led to a conviction for one of the men at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Family pays tribute to local horseman who loved people
The family of the late horseman William Bradburn has paid tribute to the fun-loving community figure, describing him as a “real character who made friends wherever he went”.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 16:02:00 +0100
Fermanagh lakelands: Boat owner hits out at lack of jetty facilities
A local boat owner has highlighted the lack of jetty facilities – including electric hook up points, showers, water taps and toilets – available at mooring sites on Lower Lough Erne and around Enniskillen town, compared to those provided on Upper...

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
SOS Rosslea campaign keeps pressure on to get a GP service
Independent Councillor for Erne East Eamon Keenan has spoken out following the Chief Executive of the Western Health and Social Care Trust, Neil Guckian's comments that he "wouldn’t raise expectations" in regards to the provision of a GP in Rosslea...

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:57:00 +0100
Fun and music ahead at Forthill Pleasure Park in Enniskillen
Pack a picnic and visit Enniskillen’s beautiful Forthill Pleasure Park for a summer’s afternoon of fun for all ages.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh Musical Theatre to host fundraising Cabaret Night at Blakes
As Fermanagh Musical Theatre prepare to bring ‘9 to 5 – The Musical’ to the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen next month, the local theatre company are hosting fundraisers to help fund the production.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:37:33 +0100
Comedian Conal promises a night filled with craic at Ardhowen
ONE of Ireland’s funniest men – Donegal comedian Conal Gallen – is back at the Ardhowen Theatre with his hilarious show on Thursday, July 28 at 8pm.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 14:15:55 +0100
Two Fermanagh schools get creative with Elmer's Trail designs
SCHOOLS are off for the summer, but the creative talents of pupils from two local Fermanagh primary schools are delighting art-loving residents and tourists visiting Belfast, as part of the city’s feelgood event of the summer.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh political figures pay tribute to the late Lord Trimble
Fermanagh political figures have paid tribute to former Northern Ireland First Minister, the late Lord David Trimble, describing him as a "visionary".

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:37:00 +0100
BBC and Sky News to show first televised sentencing from Old Bailey today
Legal history will be made at the Old Bailey as the first televised sentencing will take place, the Ministry of Justice has announced.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:13:01 +0100
Mental health charity AWARE seeking volunteers for Fermanagh group
AWARE, the depression charity for Northern Ireland, is looking for volunteers in the Fermanagh area to help facilitate a weekly support group for people living with depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:35:41 +0100
Martin Lewis shares £1,000 email address tip on ITV This Morning when switching broadband
The Money Saving Expert founder was taking calls from ITV viewers on Wednesday morning’s instalment of This Morning.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 13:39:00 +0100
Met Office: 2021 temperatures show how perception of climate change is changing
Prior to 1990, the “unremarkable” temperatures of 2021 would have been near record-breaking, the Met Office has said.

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:37:40 +0100
One in 20 Covid patients suffer from long-term taste or smell issues, study finds
The study comes as the NHS announced plans to improve long Covid services for people suffering ongoing illness after infection

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 09:38:23 +0100
Bernard Cribbins, star of The Railway Children and The Wombles, dies aged 93
The veteran actor also appeared in Doctor Who and the Carry On series in a career which spanned seven decades.

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Delight as school’s £2,100 fundraising efforts set to support Cancer Focus
Fivemiletown Primary School and Nursery Unit staff have been fundraising for Cancer Focus, with school principal Florence Pryce running Belfast City Marathon, whilst staff members Alecia Warrington and Arlene Millar, along with their spouses, complet...

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 20:00:00 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
In this week's newspaper

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:42:27 +0100
Looking back at Fermanagh in days gone by
Here are some of the photographs from the archives of The Impartial Reporter.Do you recognise anybody or are you featured?Do you have a photo that we could feature? If so send it to ciaran.flaherty@impartialreporter.com

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:49:49 +0100
Fermanagh in 1922: Appeal made from South Donegal for Enniskillen to provide assistance
THE FREE Staters in South Donegal have appealed to the British military headquarters at Enniskillen for ammunition. A quantity of arms and ammunitions were despatched, but no troops left to help the Provisional Government’s forces.

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 15:59:19 +0100
Fermanagh in 1992: Girls keep calm in a mountain rescue drama
A GROUP of teenage hill walkers averted a possible tragedy in the Mournes when they followed the guidelines of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme to help a companion who took ill.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 20:45:43 +0100
Man United defeat for valiant Fermanagh side at Super Cup
Fermanagh Juniors 0 Manchester United 1 A goal line clearance in injury time denied Fermanagh what would have been an historic draw against Manchester United at the Northern Ireland Super Cup on Tuesday evening.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:20:50 +0100
Suspended sentence for man found with 4.2g of cocaine in house
Police calling at a man's house in Lisnaskea found him at a table with 4.2g of cocaine, a court has heard.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 11:54:42 +0100
David Trimble: Tributes pour in for former First Minister
Political leaders past and present have paid tribute to David Trimble’s contribution to peace in Northern Ireland following his death.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 15:10:04 +0100
Frank McCaughey: Family appeal for information on missing Fermanagh man
The family of Frank McCaughey (29) are appealing for information as to his whereabouts, with the man - from Enniskillen - missing for 13 days. 

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 12:00:55 +0100
Amazon Prime Video subscription to increase for UK viewers in September
Amazon said it will increase the price of Prime from £7.99 each month to £8.99 from September 15 for new customers, or on the date of the customer’s next renewal.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 08:29:00 +0100
Western Trust issues tips on staying safe this summer
The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust) is reminding parents and children of all ages to play safe this summer to avoid preventable attendances to Emergency Departments (EDs).

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 14:28:30 +0100
Man to appeal prison sentence for conviction of common assault and disorderly behaviour
A man is to appeal the prison sentence he was given after being convicted of common assault and disorderly behaviour.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 09:03:30 +0100
Brits heading to Spain face proving they can spend £85 a day in new rule
Brits entering Spain may have to follow new entry requirements and prove that they can afford their stay.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh singer Jozef releases new single with EP and gigs on the way
Singer Jozef Michael Rigo is on top of the world following the release of his new single last week.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 10:05:37 +0100
Long Covid symptoms: 8 new symptoms recognised in new study including hair loss
According to figures from the Office for National Statistics in June, two million people in the UK are suffering from long Covid.

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 08:59:58 +0100
Martin Lewis issues two-month warning to UK households amid 'horrendous' energy price hike
The Money Saving Expert founder shared the message ahead of a further increase in energy bills expected this winter.

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 10:22:07 +0100
Fermanagh police appeal for missing teenager
Following an appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing teenager this morning, Police have confirmed that she has been found "safe and well".

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 11:04:16 +0100
Police seize drugs and make arrest in Tyrone
Police have seized a quantity of drugs over the weekend in the local area, with Class-B drugs seized in Clogher and in Omagh on Saturday

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Matty’s Legacy happy to donate £1,200 to support a great cause
Local fundraising group Matty's Legacy have presented their donations to local charities.

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 15:18:49 +0100
Fine for woman after cannabis found during search of house
A woman who was found in possession of cannabis has been issued a fine.

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Fresh blow for Devenish College as site opening is delayed again
The opening of the Devenish College new-build school site has been delayed until the new year.

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 12:41:00 +0100
Gildernew: US support 'critical' for Border poll
In a visit to the United States of America, Fermanagh and South Tyrone Sinn Féin MP Michelle Gildernew told a group of Irish-Americans that US support is “critical” to securing a Border poll.

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Multiple residents died in aftermath of move from nursing home, councillors hear
Multiple vulnerable residents died in the “immediate aftermath” of being moved from the Valley Nursing Home, which was ordered to close during the Covid-19 lockdown, by the Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority (RQIA).

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
'Negativity' around comments on SWAH criticised by Fermanagh councillor
An Ulster Unionist councillor has criticised remarks expressed around a consultation exercise which included emergency surgery provision at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), warning: “Negativity breeds negativity.”

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh to feature on new series of UTV show
Joe Mahon returns to UTV on Sunday, July 24 with ‘Mahon's Way’ for another series in which he will travel the length and breadth of Northern Ireland (and sometimes a wee bit further), exploring the rich veins of heritage, history and culture whic...

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 17:24:12 +0100
Tyrone farmer fined for 2020 water pollution offence
A Tyrone farmer has been handed a fine after pleading guilty to a pollution offence.

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Reilly family request PSNI reopen Shauna's file
The family of the late Shauna Reilly (23), who took her own life after being allegedly sexually assaulted by a man after he spotted her attending a local church, are calling for th PSNI to review her case.

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Cyclists undertake fundraising cycle to honour their colleagues
A NUMBER of cyclists from Fivemiletown RBL cycling club toured West Tyrone last Friday and Saturday to pay their respects to 43 murdered colleagues from 6 UDR, in an initiative that saw them cycle more than 180 miles.

Sun, 24 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Lady of the Lake Festival: Quirky fun for all ages at great festival
The Lady of the Lake Festival concluded on Sunday, July 17 following 10 days of events ranging from traditional family-friendly activities to unique competitions that saw some competitors from countries across the world take part.

Sat, 23 Jul 2022 09:29:00 +0100
Family pay tribute to Enniskillen man Joe Blake, 88
Tributes have been paid to well-known businessman Joe Blake (88), who passed away peacefully last Thursday, July 14.



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