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Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:10:00 +0000
Rev. Stephen McWhirter spends his first night in Rossorry
The new rector of Rossory Parish Church got to know his new congregation and new church in a unique way at the weekend by spending the night sleeping in the church.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:20:00 +0000
Dame Arlene Foster receives damehood at Windsor Castle
Dame Arlene Foster has said she hopes her status as the first woman to become First Minister of Northern Ireland will inspire other women to become involved in public life.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 07:50:00 +0000
UK drivers £2,500 fine warning for breaking 7 winter driving laws
You could be fined £2,500 for driving while wearing gloves, coats or scarves, experts have warned

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 07:45:00 +0000
Enniskillen Bomb’s victims remembered with love during service
Many of those who were killed and injured on November 8, 1987, when the Enniskillen Bomb exploded on Remembrance Sunday were expecting to head to their churches after the wreath-laying ceremony at the Cenotaph.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 07:45:00 +0000
Animal health, Brexit and climate change dominate farming agenda
Animal disease control, climate change and the future of Northern Ireland farming post Brexit are among the many issues facing UFU President, David Brown, as he is now six months into his two-year term with the farming organisation.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 08:05:00 +0000
Trust welcomes new Tiny Life Family Support Officer
The appointment of a new Family Support Officer for the charity, Tiny Life at South West Acute Hospital has been welcomed by the The Western Health and Social Care Trust (Western Trust).

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 07:38:00 +0000
Gerard Butler: Dance teacher to host jiving classes in Enniskillen
Award-winning international dance teacher Gerard Butler will host his ever-popular jiving classes at The Enniskillen Hotel, starting on Tuesday, November 15.

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 07:35:00 +0000
Hope Street: 'It's a dream job', says Fermanagh actor Ciarán McMenamin
With the first episode of the second series of popular Northern Ireland-based drama ‘Hope Street’ airing earlier this week, The Impartial Reporter spoke to Enniskillen actor Ciarán McMenamin about reprising his role as Inspector Finn O’Hare an...

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Communities prepare to mark Remembrance Sunday
A wide range of services will take place across Fermanagh this Sunday, November 13, as communities again gather to mark Remembrance Sunday. The events include the following.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 21:30:00 +0000
Brave Fermanagh children's quick thinking saves granny from car fire
A brave brother and sister from Ederney have spoken about how they saved their own lives and their precious granny’s life when her car caught on fire.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 16:24:00 +0000
Denzil McDaniel: The danger of lies on Twitter
If one politician made a very intellectual speech about world peace and another fell off the stage, which one do you think would get most of your attention on the evening news?

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 16:14:00 +0000
Fermanagh war hero Captain Robert Robinson passes away, aged 99
The Fermanagh-born war hero Captain Robert Robinson, who was awarded the prestigious Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) for his gallantry during World War II, has sadly died at the age of 99.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 15:22:00 +0000
Enniskillen Bomb 35th anniversary commemorated by victims' families
At 10.43am on November 8, the families of the victims of the Enniskillen Bomb gathered together to lay wreaths at the site where 35 years ago, on that date, at that time, an IRA bomb exploded, stealing the lives of their loved ones as they attended t...

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 13:45:00 +0000
Save our SWAH campaign: 'Don't assume this is a done deal'
People power is continuing across Co. Fermamagh as many gather to join the fight to save services at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), with further meetings and demonstrations planned in the coming weeks.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:36:50 +0000
Cost of living: National Insurance contributions fall this month
The National Insurance rise was originally introduced under Boris Johnson, while Rishi Sunak was Chancellor in April

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 21:30:00 +0000
Community support helps Frances deal with trauma of cancer diagnosis
A Fermanagh woman who was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 40 is urging everyone to be vigilant to signs of breast cancer.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council reveal Christmas events
The Christmas lights in Enniskillen will be turned on this year in Enniskillen, it has been confirmed. However, no official switch-on event has been announced.

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 08:50:00 +0000
All welcome at great fundraising Fermanagh model railway exhibition
Railway fans of all ages will be delighted by the upcoming Model Railway Exhibition and Collectors’ Fair taking place in Enniskillen early next month

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 15:17:42 +0000
Best Christmas Adverts 2022: John Lewis, Aldi, Tesco and more
Ready or not, the festive adverts have arrived which means the countdown to Christmas is well and truly on.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:20:00 +0000
Mother of missing man Michael McGirr grateful for community's support
The mother of Michael McGirr, who has been missing since October 29, has shared her gratefulness to members of the local community and rescue teams who are doing all they can to help find her son as the search continues on Lough Erne.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:06:12 +0000
‘Save Our SWAH’ meetings taking place across Fermanagh
The Save Our SWAH services group are asking for volunteers to organise meetings in areas that have not previously had a meeting.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:30:00 +0000
Shelley sings the praises of inspirational Fermanagh Brightstarz
A former member of Fermanagh Brightstarz has spoken about the “loving family feel” of the group.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000
Keith Farmer: Shock following death of Tyrone motorcycle ace
There has been shock across the local area and across Northern Ireland following the sudden death of Keith Farmer, one of Northern Ireland’s top motorcyclists.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:45:44 +0000
Secretary of State gives updates on election and £400 energy payment
The Northern Ireland Secretary of State, Chris Heaton-Harris, has provided a number of updates today on pressing issues facing the people of Northern Ireland.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:25:21 +0000
Johns Lewis Christmas advert 2022 - watch it here
The special meaning behind this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, set to a cover of All the Small Things by Blink-182

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 22:30:00 +0000
Councillors criticise then Health Minister's ‘snubbing’ of Council
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has made seven requests to meet with the then Minister for Health Robin Swann over five months – none of which have been acknowledged – leading one member to suggest “a level of disdain”.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 17:15:00 +0000
Ulster Unionist councillor Bert Wilson announces retirement
Veteran Ulster Unionist Councillor Bert Wilson has announced his retirement at the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council monthly meeting.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 09:47:00 +0000
Enniskillen Indie-Folk duo Laytha to release self-titled debut album
Irish Indie-Folk duo Laytha are set to release their self titled debut album tomorrow (Friday, November 11) accompanied by the beautiful impact single 'Still'.

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:46:00 +0000
Bon Jovi tribute act set to rock the Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen
In its programme of entertainment, the Ardhowen has a treat for rock fans with a fantastic concert featuring Wrong Jovi tonight (Thursday, November 10) at 8pm. Wrong Jovi are widely considered to be “the best Bon Jovi tribute band in the world!” ...

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:19:31 +0000
Rishi Sunak accused of enabling 'pathetic bully' Sir Gavin Williamson
Labour's Sir Keir Starmer said: “He is a pathetic bully but he would never get away with it if people like the Prime Minister didn’t hand him power"

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Irvine Memorial Pipe Band, Clabby to host 'An Audience with Pipe Major Dr. Richard Parkes'
Following on from its very successful 'An Audience with Champions' night last year, Irvine Memorial Pipe Band in Clabby are delighted to be able to bring the record breaking pipe major Dr. Richard Parkes MBE of Field Marshall Montgomery Pipe Band to ...

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 15:23:46 +0000
Nurses vote to strike for first time in 106 year history
Nurses across the UK have voted to strike in a dispute against pay.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:58:53 +0000
Costa Coffee offers drink deal for £1 at Shell petrol stations
Costa Coffee is offering a regular drink for only £1 for two days this month and here's how you can get the discount.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 09:13:26 +0000
Martin Lewis shares 'no-brainer' tip that can save £100 on energy bill
The Money Saving Expert founder was speaking on his ITV The Martin Lewis Money Show on Tuesday.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 17:11:00 +0000
MOT centre officially opens
COUNCILLOR Fergus McQuillan, Chairman of Fermanagh District Council, officially re-opened the DOE’s Driver and Vehicle Testing Agency’s (DVTA) Enniskillen MOT Centre, which has been completely re-equipped with the latest computerised vehicle test...

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 14:45:00 +0000
Bridge and road in ‘extremely dangerous’ condition
THE structural state of Ballindarragh Bridge, outside Lisnaskea, is causing local residents concern.The bridge, on the Lisnaskea-Carrybridge Road, has been the scene of many accidents and is presently in a poor state of repair with a gaping hole in t...

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:43:00 +0000
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Tue, 08 Nov 2022 15:48:15 +0000
Harassment accused must attend court or face arrest
An Irvinestown man facing a number of charges against a female must appear in court or an arrest warrant will be issued.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:40:45 +0000
Man (64) returned for trial on multiple rape charges
A 64-year-old man who has been returned for trial on allegations of multiple rapes, kidnap and false imprisonment.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:55:00 +0000
100 years of Enniskillen war memorial marked
100 years of Enniskillen War Memorial was marked last week by the Lisbellaw & South Fermanagh World Wars Society.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 16:30:00 +0000
ELO bring Disney magic to Enniskillen following fireworks cancellation
There has been much disappointment locally at the cancellation of the Halloween fireworks in Enniskillen and Omagh. People were understandably looking forward to the return of the spooky festivities after a Covid enforced absence, and Fermanagh and O...

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:45:00 +0000
Jones Memorial PS in Enniskillen host charity fundraising trail
The latest literary-inspired trail hosted by Jones Memorial Primary School in aid of charity certainly was a hoot as pupils, their families and members of the local community enjoyed fun activities with a few surprises along the way.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:55:00 +0000
Ardhowen Set for Country Music Hoedown!
Back by popular demand “A Night With the Country Stars” returns to the Ardhowen Theatre,Enniskillen on Friday November 11 for another night of hand clapping magic with an super array of Ireland's top stars.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:18:00 +0000
Lisnaskea recycling centre to close temporarily for improvement works
Lisnaskea Household Recycling Centre will be closed temporarily for approximately six months as Fermanagh and Omagh District Council commences significant improvement and modernisation works at the site to support increased recycling and re-use withi...

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:45:30 +0000
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council illuminates Enniskillen Castle on various dates in November
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council will illuminate Enniskillen Castle and Strule Arts Centre, Omagh on selected dates throughout the month of November.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 09:01:34 +0000
Royal Mail reveal December Christmas delivery deadline for 2022
The Royal Mail shared its latest recommended posting dates for mail to arrive in time for Christmas.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:13:00 +0000
Appeal for witnesses in relation to dog killed in Fermanagh after being hit by car
Police are appealing for witnesses in relation to a dog that was killed after being hit by a car.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Excitement builds as ELO prepare Disney's The Little Mermaid for stage
The world can seem to have nothing but doom and gloom at the moment – but Fermanagh’s longest-running musical theatre group, Enniskillen Light Operatic (ELO), are doing all they can to blow the dark clouds away.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 20:54:00 +0000
Locals unite for week of ‘green activities’ at South West College
Young people in Fermanagh enjoyed a week-long schedule of activities as South West College (SWC) celebrated ‘The Great Big Green Week,’ a nationwide celebration of action on climate change.



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