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Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:24:00 +0000
Fermanagh UFU breakfast raises funds for Rural Support
A charity Christmas breakfast held at Enniskillen Mart has raised funds for Rural Support, supporting farmers and rural families during the festive period.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:54:00 +0000
Patient speaks out over corridor care crisis in A&E departments
A woman who had to lie on the floor of the A&E department at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) to get relief has said it is “ridiculous” that people in Northern Ireland are treated in hospital corridors compared with elsewhere in the UK.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:53:00 +0000
Breeders praised for producing quality stock at multi-breed calf show
A tremendous turnout of calves were recently presented for judge Victor Chestnutt at the Fermanagh Pedigree Breeders Calf Show at the Ulster Farmers’ Mart Exhibition Centre, Enniskillen.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:38:00 +0000
Jonathan Pinnick: The role farmers play in helping wildlife this winter
With the long, sunny days of summer but a distant memory, and summer migrants (human and feathered) long since departed for warmer climes, you could be forgiven for thinking that now would be a quiet time for birds and other wildlife in our countrysi...

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:48:00 +0000
Kelly Lynch: New forensic report shows family concerns were 'justified', say family
A grieving mother has said that the findings of a new forensic pathology report into her daughter's death confirm her concerns that the case was not properly investigated.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Annual Boxing Day Meet sees horses and hunters create a colourful sight
Fermanagh Harriers once again held a very successful Boxing Day meet, with the annual event drawing plenty of onlookers as the participants passed through Enniskillen shortly after noon.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Family's hurt as killer of GAA star set for release
The family of the late Ciaran Woods have spoken of a deep sense of “frustration” and “disillusionment” with the legal system.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:31:00 +0000
Former DUP councillor remembered for devotion to ‘faith, family and farming'
Wills Robinson is remembered with love by his family.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Paul Breen: A Janus Moment - Resolutions for 2026
New Year always feels as if we are stepping into the shoes of one of Fermanagh’s most famous residents. No, I am not talking about Adrian Dunbar, Arlene Foster, or even Fr. Brian D’Arcy.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Melissia Phair: Crafting Irish soul into timeless resortwear
Meet Melissa Phair, who weaves stories into fabric as part of her clothing collection.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Anne Marie McAleese: 'Walking in a Winter Wonderland'
I'm strolling away from Fermanagh and South Tyrone, yet my roaming brings me into contact with wildlife that remind me of lovely spots in the province.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Christmas came early for Brookeborough family with arrival of baby Charlie
Baby Charlie Kenneth Wallace Andrews was due to enter the world on January 1, but instead arrived one week early as a special Christmas gift for his family.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Jane and Jordan say "I do" at glamorous New Year's Eve wedding
Wedding bells rang in Holy Cross Church, Lisnaskea, on New Year’s Eve as Newtownbutler influencer Jane McDermott married Jordan Sproule in a celebration that marked the close of the year in style.

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +0000
A life built at home: Nick Finlay on sport, family and Fermanagh
In a town like Enniskillen, where connections run deep and reputations are built over generations, it takes more than a job title to stand out. Nick Finlay is well known as an estate agent, but to describe him only through his profession would be to ...

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:43:44 +0000
Domestic abuse accused 'flicked blood at police and claimed to be HIV positive'
A Fermanagh man accused of domestic abuse charges against his mother, “flicked blood at police and claimed to be HIV positive”, a court has heard.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:20:05 +0000
Community figures named on New Year Honours list
Community figures from across Fermanagh and South Tyrone have been recognised for their dedication to public service in the King's New Year Honours list 2026.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:37:58 +0000
Man accused of multiple theft and fraud charges remanded in custody
Multiple theft and fraud charges which allegedly occurred over two different dates a month apart have been put to thirty-year-old man who appeared in court.

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 09:47:41 +0000
Enniskillen woman was four times over drink-drive limit at 3pm
The PSNI have said that the level of intoxication of a number of local drivers over the festive period has "beggared belief".

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 14:09:08 +0000
Sydney’s antisemitic attack condemned by DUP at Mid Ulster Council meeting
Councillor Paul McLean (DUP) has spoken of his party’s sense of shock following the Bondi beach terrorist attack which killed at least 15 people, and injured dozens more, as crowds of Jewish families gathered to celebrate Hanukkah in Sydney on Dece...

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Laurence Speight: 'Take the disintegration of the biosphere as seriously as Covid-19'
Why does the steady stream of scientific reports on the rising global temperature, the catastrophic loss of biodiversity, and more, not result in a concerted collective effort to reverse these monumental harms?

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Rethinking education in Fermanagh: Equipping students to navigate a changing world
Following the landmark ruling asserting that many Christian schools are law-breaking in how they deliver religious education, it is important to reflect.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 17:02:37 +0000
Man requires reconstructive surgery following bus depot assault
A man is believed to require facial rescontructive surgery after being involved in an assault near a bus depot.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:39:25 +0000
'Twelfth flasher' insists seized magic mushrooms aren't illegal, court told
A woman nick-named the 'Twelfth Flasher' after exposing her breast during a parade in Belfast is facing drugs charges, which he insists are not illegal substances.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 14:40:14 +0000
Graffiti in support of Palestine Action hunger strikers appears in Lisnaskea
Graffiti in support of hunger strikers in England has been reported to the PSNI.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:01:16 +0000
Woman, 28, dies in hospital after two-vehicle crash in Lisnaskea
A 28-year-old woman has died in hospital after a road traffic collision that took place in Lisnaskea earlier this month.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:57:45 +0000
Planning bid submitted for new building at Enniskillen primary school
A planning application has been submitted by Holy Trinity Primary School for a new pre-fabricated library building.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 10:05:48 +0000
Cold tub and sauna included in wishing well enhancement plan
Plans are in place to provide visitor access to one of Ederney's most valued historic landmarks - along with a sauna and cold tub.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:26:11 +0000
Permission sought for new car wash and valet facility in Ederney
A planning application has been submitted for a new enclosed car wash and valet facility within community and recreational grounds at St. Joseph’s Park in Ederney.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:37:11 +0000
NI Water staff to end the year with strike action
Some Northern Ireland Water employees will end the year with strike action.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:25:00 +0000
Council Chief rejects claim that Dungannon Swifts were ‘snubbed’ at sports awards
The Chief Executive of Mid Ulster District Council, Adrian McCreesh, has strenuously denied any suggestion that the local authority ‘snubbed’ Dungannon Swifts and their manager, Rodney McAree, at the Sports Awards 2025, held recently at the Burna...

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:24:04 +0000
Council called on to tackle sewage smells at development in village
Councillor Clement Cuthbertson (DUP) has called on Mid Ulster District Council officers to take action to ensure that the issue of sewage smells at The Hamlet, Killyman, is properly addressed.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:57:05 +0000
Evri parcels fiasco sparks calls for shoppers to be more informed
Businesses should tell online customers which delivery agent they use before any online orders are placed insists Councillor Dan Kerr.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
'Hope is Here' to be key theme of upcoming Hope, Healing and Growth event
Organisers have released more information about the upcoming annual ‘Hope, Healing and Growth’ 2026 event taking place on January 10. Running under the theme of ‘Hope is Here’, this year’s upcoming event will continue to build on the legacy...

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:11:06 +0000
Dylan Quinn dismisses social media rumours following paragliding accident
A Fermanagh-based dance artist has dismissed rumours that he was involved in a paragliding accident at the weekend.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:27:18 +0000
Students showcase innovative products to Pilgrim’s Europe
Food students and staff at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) were delighted to welcome representatives of Pilgrim’s Europe New Product Development (NPD) team to Loughry Campus.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:27:58 +0000
Students showcase innovative products to Pilgrim’s Europe
Food students and staff at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) were delighted to welcome representatives of Pilgrim’s Europe New Product Development (NPD) team to Loughry Campus.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:57:40 +0000
Ederney Plough On members enjoy visit to Fermanagh sheep farm
Members of the Ederney Plough On group enjoyed a farm visit in late November as part of an outing focused on local food production and rural learning.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 12:27:00 +0000
Why do people eat 12 grapes on New Year's Eve? Tradition and meaning explained
There is a Spanish tradition to eat 12 grapes under the table on New Year's Eve, but why is this done, and what does it mean?

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:30:00 +0000
King's New Year's Honours list revealed with Fermanagh and Tyrone recipients
Superintendent Robert McGowan is among those from Fermanagh and Tyrone to be named on the New Year’s Honours list.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:09:51 +0000
Police warning as shops targeted by 'organised gang' in shoplifting spree
Police are appealing for help tracing an ‘organised gang’ they believe to be behind a rise in thefts from local shops in Fermanagh and Omagh.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 11:17:45 +0000
Mother and son extradited from Malta returned for trial
A mother and son extradited from Malta on multiple charges of child abuse have been returned for trial.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:41:29 +0000
Clogher man accused of serious assault returned for trial
A forty-year-old Clogher man accused of what was described in court as “an extremely serious assault in a prolonged attack" has been returned for trial.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:33:43 +0000
Tributes paid to 'selfless' Padraig McDonald after death after Boxing Day crash
Tributes have been paid to a Tyrone man who died after a road traffic collision in Cookstown on Boxing Day.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:23:16 +0000
'Serial domestic abuser' accused of stalking ex-partner
A 33-year-old man accused of a campaign of domestic abuse against his ex-partner, including harassment and stalking, has been refused bail.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:20:39 +0000
Appeal for witnesses after BMW damaged in road traffic incident
The PSNI are appealing for witnesses after a BMW was damaged in a road traffic collision in Fivemiletown.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:05:28 +0000
Woman found with marks on neck and footprint on her chest
A 33-year-old man has appeared before a special court sitting accused of domestic abuse charges after his partner was found with neck marks and a footprint on her chest.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:56:29 +0000
Farmers welcome Government climbdown on Inheritance Tax changes
Farmers have welcomed a move by the Labour Government to increase Inheritance Tax (IHT) thresholds from £1million to £2.5million.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:48:31 +0000
There should be plenty angling to go fishing on New Year’s Day
Talking of the New Year, I’m sure regular readers of this column will be aware that it is all about fishing, and specifically the start of the salmon fishing season on the River Drowes on January 1. So what happened this time last year, just as ang...

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:19:07 +0000
Joy as Christmas Day baby born at South West Acute Hospital
Midwives at the South West Acute Hospital were in a celebratory mode last week after welcoming a Christmas Day baby.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:56:46 +0000
'Sleepless nights' over these three elderly residents denied home care
Councillor Frances Burton has revealed how she is having sleepless nights over the plight of three elderly residents she knows well and who are in desperate need of home care.

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