Impartial Reporter

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:12:49 +0100
LIVE: Erne Integrated College host political question time
Erne Integrated College is hosting a Live question time with local politicians from across County Fermanagh. The event, which has also welcomed schools from across the area, will give the opportunity to give students the chance to ask local politicia...

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:25:47 +0100
Man wanted over Galway rape allegations arrested in Dungannon
A 70-year-old man has been arrested in Dungannon in connection with a number of sexual offences in the Republic of Ireland.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:18:51 +0100
New Lidl store in Lisnaskea set to create 20 permanent jobs
A new larger Lidl store in Lisnaskea is set to create 20 permanent jobs following the granting of planning permission for the development.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:22:39 +0100
MLA salaries set to rise to over £69,000 under new pay proposals
MLAs are set to receive a £2,016 pay rise when the next Northern Ireland Assembly begins its new mandate in 2027, according to new proposals from the The Independent Remuneration Board

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh father and daughter’s TikTok account surpasses 100 million views
A Fermanagh father and his young daughter have become an unlikely social media sensation, with their TikTok account attracting more than 100 million views and its reach across platforms passing 200 million.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:43:24 +0100
Tyrone man accused of sexual assault granted bail despite police objections
A County Tyrone man accused of sexually assaulting a female relative of his now ex-partner has been granted bail despite strong police objections.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:22:12 +0100
St Michael's in 'Group of Death' draw in MacRory Cup
St Michael's College Enniskillen haven been given a tough draw as the MacRory Cup swings into action at the end of October/beginning of November.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:37:29 +0100
Share Discovery Village unveils Halloween programme with four new activities
Share Discovery Village has announced its biggest Halloween programme to date, with four new themed activities being added to its programme for October.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:10:21 +0100
Fermanagh pair shortlisted for All-Ireland sustainability awards
Two Fermanagh organisations have been shortlisted for this year’s All-Ireland Sustainability Awards.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:05:40 +0100
£63 electricity discount coming to 860,000 households in October
Around 860,000 households across Northern Ireland are to receive a £63 discount on their electricity bills from October 6.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Ciaran McMenamin: ‘When I’m here, my shoulders settle down’
Where would you be without the Ardhowen?

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Denzil McDaniel: Trump has entered the debate – but he isn’t the story
What does it mean if, just for once, Trump is right?

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
'I wouldn’t have joined had I known' - Ciara Dempsey on why she left the SDLP
Former SDLP Fermanagh and South Tyrone chair Ciara Dempsey has said she would not have joined the party had she known how she would be treated because of her unionist background.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:06:56 +0100
UUP launches independent safeguarding review into Jeffrey Donaldson
The Ulster Unionist Party has launched an independent safeguarding review into former party member Jeffrey Donaldson, covering the 21 years he was a member of the party.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:39:37 +0100
Fermanagh politicians react to Trump remarks on Irish unity
Fermanagh political representatives have expressed differing views on US President Donald Trump’s comments on Irish reunification, after he said he would “love to see” a united Ireland.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:41:15 +0100
Funding secured for Enniskillen A4 Bypass, says Finance Minister
The long-awaited A4 Enniskillen Southern Bypass has moved a significant step closer to construction, with Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins confirming that officials have been instructed to proceed towards awarding the contract.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:38:39 +0100
Councillor says Direct Payment Scheme is ‘not a solution’ for homecare users
A Western Health and Social Care Trust response on the Direct Payment Scheme for community care has been described as “not a good enough answer and certainly not a solution” by a Fermanagh and Omagh councillor.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:14:27 +0100
Mannok worker airlifted to hospital after workplace accident
An investigation is underway following a workplace accident at Mannok’s cement packaging facility in Ballyconnell in which a man in his 20s was hospitalised.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:41:54 +0100
Archibald visits Fermanagh following tourism campaign evaluation
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has visited Fermanagh after an evaluation of a £300,000 Tourism NI campaign promoting the county as part of the Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands brand.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:54 +0100
Enniskillen businesses compete for £2,000 in Northern Ireland favourite contest
Businesses in Enniskillen are being invited to take part in a search for Northern Ireland’s Favourite Local Business 2026.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:32:16 +0100
Safe parking needed for leisure centre users with young children
Councillor Clement Cuthbertson has called for Dungannon Leisure Centre users with young children to be facilitated, by allowing them priority access to the upper car park of the adjacent Dungannon Council Offices, so that they can make their way to t...

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:28:43 +0100
Clergy warn Dalradian mine could damage churches and collapse graves in Sperrins
Clergy warn Dalradian mining project could damage churches and graveyards in Gortin and Greencastle, urging a one-mile exclusion zone around sacred sites.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:26:56 +0100
Traffic-calming measures and disabled parking  bays welcomed
Councillor Denise Johnston has welcomed plans for the introduction of traffic-calming measures on the Glen Road in Maghera, in the form of speed cushions.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:21:25 +0100
Pupils praised for supporting eco-friendly SCRiBE scheme
Councillor Christine McFlynn has praised all the pupils from right across Mid Ulster who are enthusiastically supporting the SCRiBE environmental scheme through a range of eco-friendly outdoor activities.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:16:39 +0100
Former health minister criticised for unanswered questions over dental crisis
Mike Nesbitt faces criticism from Fermanagh and Omagh councillors over delayed replies on Northern Ireland’s NHS dentistry crisis and emergency clinic plans.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:13:41 +0100
Green Flag praise for Pomeroy Forest Park
Councillor John McNamee has praised Pomeroy Forest Park for securing its first-ever Green Flag Award.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:43:19 +0100
Report sought on council staff time and costs for prolonged Dalradian inquiry
Fermanagh and Omagh Council seeks a report on staff time and projected costs for the prolonged Dalradian Public Inquiry, including legal and consultancy fees.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 19:17:15 +0100
Western Trust warns of ‘difficult decisions’ over £30 million cuts 
Difficult decisions will be required as the Western Health and Social Care Trust implement a £30 million savings plan for 2026/27.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:59:15 +0100
Fermanagh Fishing Cup return expected to boost local economy by £130,000
The return of the Fermanagh Cup Fishing Festival is expected to generate around £130,000 for the local economy, and a boost to the local hospitality sector across the County.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:38:34 +0100
Arlene Foster warns Fermanagh faces ‘practical’ questions over united Ireland
Baroness Arlene Foster warns constitutional change could create uncertainty for Fermanagh farmers and businesses over tax, pensions, healthcare and farm support.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:23:17 +0100
Tractors roll out for Cavanacarragh charity run
The annual Cavanacarragh Tractor Run will once again take place on September 20, raising funds for Stroke Warriors.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:40:25 +0100
Monthly drop-in sessions bring business support to Enniskillen
Monthly Business Support Drop-Ins at The Workhouse, Enniskillen, connect Fermanagh and Omagh entrepreneurs with South West College, council and Invest NI advice.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:13:42 +0100
Remember when Florencecourt’s ostriches tuned into Downtown?
In the pages of The Impartial Reporter back in 1996 , the story of a brood of young chicks being raised by Reuben and Diana Carson captured the imagination of readers.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:20:54 +0100
Enniskillen man’s SOPO breaches and child indecent image case adjourned
An Enniskillen man who, is facing charges of breaches of a Sexual Prevention Offences Order (SOPO) and having indecent photographs had his case put back to November 19, at Magistrates Court.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:45:06 +0100
Fintona man accused of biting girlfriend and two officers refused bail
Fintona man Duane Farry refused bail at Enniskillen Magistrates Court over alleged assaults on his girlfriend and five police officers, plus knife possession.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:24:17 +0100
Derrygonnelly man facing threat to kill charge has case put back until October
Derrygonnelly man Gareth Parker faces charges including threat to kill, domestic abuse and assault occasioning actual bodily harm; case adjourned to October 12.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:32:17 +0100
New cross-border MacNean Hurling Club launches with call to plant a seed for hurling
GAA president Jarlath Burns backs MacNean Hurling Club, a cross-border Belcoo and Shannon Gaels initiative bringing hurling to local children.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:18:22 +0100
25 Years Ago - 'Enniskillen hospital would provide equity of access to all patients'
Fermanagh campaigners urged support for a new Enniskillen hospital, citing equitable access, acute care needs and better services for border communities.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:23:57 +0100
100 Years Ago - Dukes, disappointments and a battle for Fermanagh’s county show
The Impartial Reporter recalls the Duke and Duchess of Abercorn’s Fermanagh visit, a broken-down motor car and rivalry over the county show.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:27:07 +0100
£3,500 reward deadline approaches for rural thefts
A £3,500 reward is available for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for a series of rural thefts across Fermanagh and the wider South Area.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:44:06 +0100
Ederney woman faces four drug charges at Enniskillen Magistrates Court
An Ederney woman has appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court, charged with a number of drug related offences.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:02:00 +0100
Rosslea man facing SOPO breach charge has case put back to agree witnesses
A Rosslea man who is facing a breach of a Sexual Offences Prevention Order had his case put back to September 21, to agree witnesses, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:18:51 +0100
Fermanagh and South Tyrone MP says Irish Unity is now “firmly on the table”
Sinn Féin MP Pat Cullen has said the conversation around Irish Unity is now “firmly on the table” across the island of Ireland and increasingly beyond these shores.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:21:53 +0100
Unite calls for investigation into alleged agency workers at Fermanagh site
Unite has called on the Department for the Economy to investigate the alleged use of agency workers at Pilgrim’s Europe Enniskillen factory during ongoing strike action.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:32:37 +0100
Plans lodged for new MRI facility at Enniskillen site
Plans have been lodged for a new relocatable modular MRI unit at a healthcare site on the Tempo Road in Enniskillen.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:08:42 +0100
Cancer Focus calls for urgent action as demand for services grow
Cancer Focus Northern Ireland is calling for urgent action to improve cancer services, with the charity highlighting the demand for accessible support in rural communities through its Fermanagh centre.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:17:02 +0100
Brookeborough man warned he is on his last chance to engage with Probation
Brookeborough man David William Kerr receives a final warning to engage with Probation at Enniskillen Magistrates after admitting assault on February 6.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:40:35 +0100
£7,500 raised as Olivia celebrates her first birthday
More than £7,500 has been raised for two charities supporting a Fermanagh family whose daughter spent the first weeks of her life receiving specialist care.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:30:58 +0100
From Brian Friel to Dana: Ardhowen celebrates 40 years
The Ardhowen Theatre has marked its 40th anniversary with a special celebration bringing together performers, staff, volunteers and patrons who have helped shape the Enniskillen venue over four decades.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:18:46 +0100
Car fire in Enniskillen treated by PSNI as deliberate
Police are appealing for information following a car fire in Enniskillen which is being treated as deliberate ignition.

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