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Wed, 18 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Killyhevlin prepares to celebrate 50 years of the Watson family ownership
For almost 50 years the Killyhevlin Lakeside Hotel and Lodges has been a staple for the people of Fermanagh under the Watson family.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:28:04 +0000
Fermanagh farmers collaborate on sustainable farming storytelling project
Fermanagh farmers join the JUSTLANZ project, sharing stories on sustainable farming and Just Transition at the Northern Ireland Science Festival 2026.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 09:18:29 +0000
Irvinestown school explores wonders of H2O with Northern Ireland Water
St Paul’s Primary pupils join NI Water’s H2O education programme in Irvinestown, learning about water conservation, treatment, and WaterAid’s vital work.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:29:11 +0000
Emergency services attend 'serious' collision in Cavan town
Emergency services are in attendance at a "serious" road traffic collision in Cavan town this evening.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:27:48 +0000
Fermanagh GAA crowd addressed about violence against women during game
Fermanagh and Omagh Women’s Aid were invited to speak to the crowd at half time in Fermanagh’s National Football League game with Clare.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:50:04 +0000
Major part of Castlederg to Ederney road to close for two weeks for roadworks
A £440,000 resurfacing scheme is to begin on the Castlederg to Ederney road from next week, leading to the closure of it for two weeks.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:22:28 +0000
Donegal Cancer Flights campaigners to meet with transport minister
Campaigners fighting to keep Donegal’s Cancer Flights in place will meet with Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:18:57 +0000
Noah Donohoe police search was hampered by 'hostile' crowd claims ex-police inspector
A police search in a Belfast park for Noah Donohoe was delayed due to a large crowd, some of whom were behaving in a “hostile fashion”, an inquest into the schoolboy’s death has heard.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:42:40 +0000
New requests for Irish language signs on these Mid Ulster streets
Mid Ulster District Council is currently conducting surveys about dual language street signs

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:19:19 +0000
Fermanagh venue named among the best golf resorts in the world
Lough Erne Resort has been named as one of the top 100 golf resorts in the world.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:55:58 +0000
More than 700 jobs created in Fermanagh and Omagh over the last year
Fermanagh and Omagh saw a 1.5% rise in employment in January 2026, adding 710 jobs. WageSight and ONS data highlight Northern Ireland job growth trends.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:20:43 +0000
Irvine's Steakhouse among three Fermanagh businesses nominated for prestigious awards
Three Fermanagh businesses have been nominated for the 2026 Countryside Alliance Awards.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:45:05 +0000
Nursing home mourns dog who 'brought so much joy and smiles
A nursing home in Fermanagh has announced the passing of its well-known dog, Jess.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:34:27 +0000
Catholic Church changes confirmation pledge to include vow against vaping
Young people making their confirmation pledge in the Catholic Church will now have to vow to abstain from vaping and smoking.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:13:22 +0000
Ballinamallard butcher appointed to key role in Northern Ireland association
A Fermanagh butcher has been appointed as the chairman of the Northern Ireland Elite Butchers Association.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 17:31:06 +0000
County Fermanagh Grand Orange Lodge hold presentation and awards evening
County Fermanagh Grand Orange Lodge held its annual Awards and Presentation evening on Friday, February 6, at Enniskillen District Orange Hall.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:42:28 +0000
Stormont tribute to former DUP councillor ahead of funeral
The late Bert Johnston MBE has been remembered at the Northern Ireland Assembly ahead of his funeral tomorrow.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:00:17 +0000
Fermanagh businesses get boost through new tourism campaign
The hospitality industry has been described as "a cornerstone of town centres, rural communities and the wider tourism economy" by the Economy Minister as Fermangh's thriving hospitality sector feature in a new campaign.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:26:21 +0000
Minister confirms how the emergency services work together across the Border
Formal agreements allow emergency services to cross the border to respond to incidents when they are the nearest available resource, the Health Minister has confirmed.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:05:59 +0000
Eyes on Senator George Mitchell Peace Bridge amid Epstein files fallout
The fall-out from revelations contained within the Epstein files has continued in County Fermanagh, with eyes now falling on the Senator George Mitchell Peace Bridge, which lies on the Fermanagh – Cavan Border.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:27:20 +0000
Issue of access to cash raised directly with banks and LINK, minister confirms
Access to cash in rural communities has been raised directly with the banking sector and ATM network operator LINK, the Finance Minister has confirmed.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 22:47:08 +0000
Woman accused of stealing items worth £500 from Asda
A woman is due to appear in Enniskillen court tomorrow (Wednesday) accused of stealing over £500 of food, clothing and toys from Asda almost 13-years-ago.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:47:34 +0000
Fermanagh must not be left behind in rail plans, MLA warns
A west Tyrone MLA has said Fermanagh must not be left behind in future rail plans as part of a push for major investment in transport across the west.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:50:02 +0000
Landowners told they must manage ash dieback on private property
Landowners in Fermanagh have been told they hold primary responsibility for monitoring and managing ash dieback on their property, as the disease is now considered widespread and no longer subject to plant health controls.

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:26:04 +0000
Ireland vs Israel - 'Why politics can’t stay off the pitch'
Sport is not my passion. Like many other people, my interest and contribution are exclusively as an armchair spectator and supporter of family, friends, and neighbours. Allies in social justice also count. When it comes to soccer, Dungannon Swifts, L...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:07:18 +0000
Councillor deems it 'discriminatory' to charge more for black wheelie bins
COUNCILLOR CLEMENT CUTHBERTSON DEEMS IT “DISCRIMINATORY” TO CHARGE MORE FOR BLACK WHEELIE BINS

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:22:23 +0000
The family trip that sparked frustrated mum's push for Fermanagh facility improvement
A mum who started a petition calling for more indoor facilities for children in Fermanagh says the lack of options is ‘not right’.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:06:55 +0000
Enniskillen man denies domestic abuse charge against woman
An Enniskillen man has pleaded not guilty to a domestic abuse offence against a woman.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:21:55 +0000
Woman over drink-drive limit failed to report damage, court hears
An Enniskillen woman who failed to remain at the scene of a collision while intoxicated has been disqualified from driving for 18-months.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:27:55 +0000
Second Noah Donohoe witness 'thought it was a prank' when he saw him cycling naked
A witness has told the Noah Donohoe inquest that he thought it was a “prank” when he saw the schoolboy cycling naked on the day he disappeared.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:22:42 +0000
Justice Minister and criminal barristers hold 'constructive' meeting
Joint statement by Justice Minister and Criminal Bar Association

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:18:26 +0000
Two police officers receive final written warnings for committing dishonesty
Two PSNI officers have received final written warnings for being dishonest to members of the public – one who was assaulted in a bar, and another who suspected that thousands of pounds had been stolen from her late father.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:15:55 +0000
Families welcome sentencing uplift in death by driving
The Sentencing Bill which contains a range of significant reforms, will shortly be introduced in the Assembly and include  maximum penalty for death or serious injury driving charges to be increased from 14 to 20 years.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:13:45 +0000
Commissioner for Older People signs up to ‘Share the Road to Zero’
The Commissioner for Older People for Northern Ireland, Siobhan Casey has added her backing to the Department for Infrastructure’s ‘Share the Road to Zero’ road safety campaign.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:08:31 +0000
New residential development in Mid Ulster to be named 'Fortview Close'
A new residential development off Chapel Road, Cookstown, is going to be named “Fortview Close”.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:55:32 +0000
'Make our leisure centres more accessible' - Mid Ulster Councillors
Cookstown DEA councillors, Eva Cahoon and Donna Mullin have asked Mid Ulster District Council to carry out a review of civic facilities within the district

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:14:12 +0000
Long-running Enniskillen business to close after 30 years as owner retires
A long-serving Enniskillen shop has announced it will close down after 30 years in business.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:15:41 +0000
Person blew reading four times the drink drive limit during Fermanagh & Omagh arrest
Police across the Fermanagh and Omagh District made nine arrests for drink-driving over the course of last week.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:44:00 +0000
In pictures: Young farmers gather for annual county dinner
Members of the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster gathered at the end of January for their annual County Dinner, held at the Westville Hotel.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
£300k campaign to promote Fermanagh's 'Hidden Heartlands' to begin
A marketing campaign marking Fermanagh’s introduction to the Hidden Heartlands campaign will start today.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:56:47 +0000
Popular Fermanagh singer announces new business venture
Glór Tíre winner Paddy Treacy has announced an exciting new chapter – taking the reins of a long-established wholesale business.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:07:47 +0000
Tyrone Grand Orange Lodge host awards night
The County Tyrone Grand Orange Lodge Awards Night brought together lodges, bands and supporters from across the county for a memorable evening of recognition, music and fellowship in the Burnavon Theatre, Cookstown.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:44:23 +0000
Pomeroy Players set to bring Friel’s ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ to life
It’s that time of year again when the Pomeroy Players invite loyal supporters and new audiences alike to experience the warmth, tension, and quiet heartbreak of rural Ireland through their production of Dancing at Lughnasa by acclaimed playwright B...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:37:06 +0000
Drama as 'Doubt' comes to the Ardhowen stage
Enniskillen Theatre Company are set to premiere their All-Ireland Drama Circuit production of Doubt: A Parable this Friday, 20 February, at the Ardhowen Theatre.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:24:54 +0000
Night of 'uplifting' gospel music set to return to Omagh this weekend
Gospel Fest Goes West returns to Omagh’s Strule Arts Centre on 21 Feb 2026, featuring Philippa Hanna and more. Fundraising for Irish Methodist missions.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:37:59 +0000
What to look forward to at the Ardhowen Theatre in the coming weeks
Ardhowen Theatre is gearing up for an exciting week of music, drama, and community workshops to inspire local audiences.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 16:13:15 +0000
Traffic-calming measures to be introduced outside schools after concerns raised
After much lobbying, traffic-calming measures are going to be introduced at School Lane, Coalisland, and on Dunnamore Road, Cookstown, both being busy thoroughfares with primary schools requiring additional road-safety features.

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:06:11 +0000
Is X down? Users report issues relating to app and website across the UK
X users have reported problems with the social media platform this afternoon (February 16).

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 22:24:23 +0000
Popular Rossnowlagh restaurant owners in tribute to 'kindest' sister killed in crash
The owner of a popular Donegal restaurant has paid tribute to his sister after she died in a road traffic collision.

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:20:27 +0000
Tributes paid to 'Mr Ballinamallard' after death of popular businessman
Bert Johnston has been described as ‘Mr. Ballinamallard’ after his death on Sunday.

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