Impartial Reporter

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh tourism earns high praise after visits from senior ministers
There was a strong sense of optimism around tourism in Fermanagh this week, as First Minister Michelle O'Neill and Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly spent time meeting local businesses and seeing first-hand what the county has to offer.

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:41:17 +0100
'Stunning' artwork opened to raise awareness around domestic violence
A new mural in Enniskillen, commissioned by Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, has been officially marked at an event on Monday 20 April, following several weeks on display during which it has already prompted reflection and conversation within th...

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:34:18 +0100
Enniskillen estate agents’ team to take on Belfast Marathon relay challenge
Staff from Eadie McFarland & Co are set to take on the Belfast Marathon as part of a relay team, raising funds for the Air Ambulance Northern Ireland.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:23:54 +0100
Curlew conservation scheme makes breakthrough in Fermanagh
A significant breakthrough in curlew conservation has been announced to mark World Curlew Day, with the return of a ‘headstarted’ bird to breed in Co. Fermanagh.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:17:25 +0100
Blackmail and revenge porn accused granted bail 'with significant hesitation'
A judge has agreed to bail in a case of man accused of blackmailing his ex-partner and threatening to disclose a sexual image

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:13:21 +0100
Community honours Maguiresbridge victims at special memorial day
A special memorial day was held at the weekend at St. Patrick's Hurling Club, Lisbellaw, in memory of shooting victims Vanessa Whyte and her children James Rutledge and Sara Rutledge.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:55:57 +0100
Probe launched after man 'engaged in sex act' in front of woman in Tyrone park
Police are appealing for information after a man was alleged to have exposed himself and carried out a sex act in front of a woman in Omagh.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:28:53 +0100
Discovery of remains was 'like an animal graveyard', says councillor
Just days after coming across the remains of farm animals dumped in a field, Mid Ulster councillor Kevin McElvogue has now revealed in more detail what he saw, and where he saw it.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:47:48 +0100
Fermanagh community organisations take part in networking project
Magheraveely Community Development Association and Fermanagh Fun Farm – both based in Co. Fermanagh – were amongst ten community-based organisations from seven counties across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland completed the NetWo...

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:40:23 +0100
Diana Armstrong raises concern over ‘deeply unsettling’ scale of online sex ads
Diana Armstrong says reports that hundreds of women are being advertised for sex across Northern Ireland each day are ‘deeply unsettling’.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:03:04 +0100
Young farmer from Lisbellaw bids for YFCU presidential role
A member of Lisbellaw Young Farmers’ Club has put himself forward for a senior leadership role within the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:10:42 +0100
Digger buckets and cement mixer stolen from Tyrone building site
Police are appealing for information following the theft of construction equipment from a building site near Fivemiletown.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:07:48 +0100
Former Fermanagh principal remembered as 'a man of impeccable integrity'
Former of St. Aiden's High School, Val Cassidy, who passed away last week, has been remembered as "a man of impeccable integrity".

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:56:48 +0100
Community unites in prayer as father set to donate kidney to daughter
A special Mass was held in Drumquin at the weekend as the local community came together to support a father who is set to donate his kidney to his daughter.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:22:13 +0100
The Duke on the Test: Warmth, welcome and wonderful food
Our family stay at The Duke on the Test in Romsey felt, from the very beginning, like something quietly special.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:01:54 +0100
Successful cultural weekend pays tribute to respected musician
A celebration of traditional music, storytelling and community spirit drew strong crowds to Roslea over the weekend as the annual Sean McAloon Weekend once again proved a highlight of the cultural calendar.

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:01:56 +0100
Flood-damaged walkway nearing full reinstatement 12 months after initial repairs
Mid Ulster District Council’s Head of Property Services, Terry Scullion, has revealed that about 95 per cent of the Washingbay Walkway, which had sustained more storm damage in recent times, has now been reinstated.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:20:43 +0100
UUP vows 'fresh determination' as party AGM held
The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has struck an optimistic tone about its future following its Annual General Meeting in Fermanagh and South Tyrone over the weekend.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:41:50 +0100
Woman drove uninsured to take pregnant friend to hospital, court hears
A Trillick woman drove uninsured to take her pregnant friend, who was in labour, to South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), a court has heard.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:18:22 +0100
Police appeal after tractor debris damages passing car
Police are appealing for information following an incident on the A4 dual carriageway in Granville in which a vehicle was struck by debris.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:00:09 +0100
Man remanded in custody after victim left with 9cm stab wound
A man charged in connection with a stabbing incident in Omagh has been remanded in custody after appearing at Enniskillen Magistrates' Court today (Monday).

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:31:41 +0100
Planning bid submitted for wind turbine in rural Fermanagh area
An application has been submitted to erect a new windmill in Newtownbutler.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:19:47 +0100
Tyrone man convicted for fishing illegally on Lough Neagh
A commercial fisherman from Tyrone has been convicted of fishing illegally on Lough Neagh.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:04:39 +0100
Man to appear in court in connection with Omagh stabbing
A 44-year-old man is due to appear in court in connection with a stabbing incident in Omagh yesterday (Sunday).

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:30:51 +0100
Union receives 'unprecedented' cross-party support for fuel and fertiliser action
The Ulster Farmers’ Union has secured what is has described as "unprecedented cross-party political support" for action to address the escalating cost pressures facing farm businesses, with all six political party leaders backing the Union’s call...

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:08:28 +0100
Driver fined after crashing into Enniskillen traffic lights
A man who crashed into a set of traffic lights in Enniskillen before driving away from the scene has been sentenced.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:27:56 +0100
Motorist clocked at 134mph following five-year driving ban
Road policing officers have detected a number of speeding offences over the weekend, including one driver travelling at 134mph who had previously been banned from driving for five years.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:21:51 +0100
Reverend Edwin Aiken makes history at St. Macartin’s Cathedral
The Reverend Edwin Aiken has become the first Vicar in the 400-year history of Enniskillen Parish following his institution at St Macartin’s Cathedral on April 19.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:35:54 +0100
The Killyhevlin's 50th birthday - in pictures.
The Killyhevlin Hotel marked a remarkable milestone this month, celebrating 50 years of family ownership with a night filled with memories, gratitude and pride

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:35:32 +0100
Omagh hairdresser makes major final breakthrough
An Omagh hair stylist has secured a place in the national final of the L’Oréal Colour Trophy following the Northern Ireland semi-finals in Belfast.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:31:41 +0100
Fermanagh fashion show packed with style for grassroots causes
A strong turnout and a vibrant community atmosphere marked a successful evening of fashion and fundraising at the Killyhevlin Hotel in Enniskillen, as local organisations joined forces for a stylish showcase in support of grassroots initiatives.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:18:32 +0100
Thomas Kelly portrait of Gabriel McArdle added to museum collection
A portrait of traditional musician Gabriel McArdle has been presented to Fermanagh County Museum and added to its permanent collection at Enniskillen Castle.

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:11:46 +0100
Exceptional elevated country residence with panoramic views across Fermanagh for sale
Set within one of County Fermanagh’s most striking and unspoilt rural landscapes, 12 Newtown Road, Derrygonnelly is a substantial five‑bedroom country residence

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 11:51:14 +0100
Man arrested following stabbing in Tyrone
A man has been arrested following a stabbing in Omagh in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:56:26 +0100
Sadness in Monaghan after death of community stalwart Leo McMahon
Community stalwart and environmental champion Leo McMahon passes away

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:50:27 +0100
Police share shock image of ‘direct consequences’ of drink or drug driving
Police have shared a shock image that shows the “direct consequences” of driving while unfit through drink or drugs.

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:41:23 +0100
North Fermanagh property raided by police with drugs and cash seized
Police have seized drugs, cash and made an arrest following two separate operations in Fermanagh and Omagh over recent days.

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:36:51 +0100
From the archives: When fire destroyed a 200 year old cottage Derrygiff, Fermanagh
Leafing back through The Impartial Reporter archive, there are stories that still stop you in your tracks. Some because of their drama, others because of what they reveal about a community at its best

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 12:05:30 +0100
Man accused of throwing boiling water over murder-accused’s brother refused bail
A 34-year-old man has been remanded in custody following a serious attack in Strabane Magistrates Court on Thursday.

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:54:19 +0100
Discover Fermanagh: Ireland’s hidden gem of Lakes, Castles and natural beauty
Known for its tranquil waterways, rich heritage, and unspoiled landscapes, Fermanagh offers a perfect escape for visitors seeking relaxation, adventure, and authentic Irish charm

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 21:15:40 +0100
Former Dungannon School Principal Paula Jordan MBE passes away
A highly respected educator and former principal of Sperrinview Special School in Dungannon, has died peacefully following a short illness. She passed away on April 16, 2026, at Craigavon Area Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 17:15:00 +0100
Investigation launched after graffiti sprayed on commercial premises
Police are investigating after graffiti was daubed on the wall of a commercial premises in Enniskillen.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:28:58 +0100
Fermanagh and Tyrone pupils excel in UFU schools' competition
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) in partnership with Bank of Ireland Open Farm Weekend (BOIOFW) and sponsors Asda, are pleased to confirm the winners of the 2026 ‘Grow it, know it. eat it!’ schools’ competition.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:20:50 +0100
Mid Tyrone UFU group celebrates award success after busy winter programme
The Mid Tyrone group of the Ulster Farmers’ Union has reported a busy and productive winter programme, marked by strong member engagement, educational visits and a major award success.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:16:41 +0100
'Shock' after dead animals dumped on Clogher Valley road
Councillor Kevin McElvogue has spoken of his sense of shock upon coming across the remains of sheep, calves, and a cow at a particular rural spot in Clogher Valley – a scene so harrowing he described it as “a graveyard”.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:56:40 +0100
Sadness in Enniskillen after death of grandmother of 12
There is sadness in Enniskillen after the death of a grandmother of 12.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 15:03:01 +0100
Meeting planned to address pay and conditions of classroom assistants
A meeting being hosted by UNISON in Enniskillen will hear calls for greater respect, recognition and improved working conditions for classroom assistants across the education system.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:01:34 +0100
Unionist councillor compared to Brad Pitt’s Benjamin Button
Unionist Councillor stance likened to Brad Pitt movie character Benjamin Button

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:52:05 +0100
21-year-old accused of 'extreme violence' against pregnant partner
A 21-year-old man accused of “extreme violence” against his heavily pregnant partner, which continued after she gave birth, has been remanded in custody.

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:41:36 +0100
C2K school services restored following cyber attack
The Education Authority can confirm that C2k services across schools have now been largely restored following a recent cyber attack.

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