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Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:53:45 +0100Woman killed and child critically injured in fatal Cavan crash
A woman has died and a child has been left critically injured following a road traffic collision in Co Cavan on Friday evening.
Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:10:22 +0100Law student granted bail after appearing before court on explosives charge
A 25-year-old law student has been granted bail after appearing before court in the Republic of Ireland charged with possession of explosives.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:11:10 +0100Fermanagh author and broadcaster Bryan Gallagher dies
Former headmaster, author, broadcaster and well-known Fermanagh storyteller Bryan Gallagher has died peacefully, surrounded by his loving family.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 14:21:59 +0100UUP praises gardaí after 'extremely significant' device seized on N2
The Ulster Unionist Party has praised An Garda Síochána following the interception of what has been described as an "extremely significant" explosive device in Co Monaghan.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:45:14 +0100'Extremely significant' bomb intercepted in vehicle travelling near Border
An “extremely significant” bomb has been intercepted in a vehicle in transit near the Irish border in an operation targeting dissident republicans, gardaí have said.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:05:53 +0100Tree falls on road following concerns over strain on alternative route
The tree came down on Friday on the Ballydoolagh Road, just off the Coa Road diversion route, which has seen a significant increase in traffic since work began on the main route to the South West Acute Hospital earlier this week.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 11:28:50 +0100Man arrested after gardaí intercept suspected car bomb in Monaghan
A man in his 40s has been arrested as part of an ongoing Garda investigation following a security operation in Co Monaghan where gardai intercepted a suspected car bomb.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:06:55 +0100Smartphone Free Childhood NI now have strong ally in Mid Ulster
Notes to editors: This is the second and last article covering a presentation from Smartphone Free Childhood NI. It can be used either as a follow-up article or as a stand-alone story.
Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:58:24 +0100Strong support for smartphone ‘Parent Pact’
Notes to editors: This is a stand-alone article on a presentation from Smartphone Free Childhood NI, however I have also posted a related article.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:37:57 +0100Church ladies treat Princess Anne to lunch during Irvinestown visit
Princess Anne was treated to lunch prepared by the women of Derryvullen North Church of Ireland following her visit to the church in Irvinestown on Wednesday.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:59:17 +0100Veteran recalls pride in meeting Princess Anne in Irvinestown
Chief Observer William Ferguson has spoken of the pride he felt in meeting the Princess Royal during her visit to Irvinestown.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:48:01 +0100Princess Anne's 'nerve-wracking' encounter with two Fermanagh cadets
Two young RAF Air Cadets have described the “nerve‑wracking” but unforgettable moment they shared with the Princess Royal at a Second World War gravesite in Irvinestown.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:49:01 +0100Royal visit as Princess Anne meets cadets and community in Irvinestown
Princess Anne paid a visit to Irvinestown today.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:47:42 +0100Fermanagh entrepreneur's renewable energy firm acquired in major Irish deal
A renewable energy company co-founded by a Fermanagh businessman has been acquired as part of a major expansion by one of Ireland's leading engineering groups.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:39:01 +0100LIVE: Fermanagh Royal visit as Princess Anne visits county
Princess Anne is visiting Fermanagh today It is the first time since 2024 that a Royal has visited the county, when Princess Anne was here King Charles was last in the county in May 2023
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:55:31 +0100I drove the Coa Road SWAH diversion route - Here's what I found
Driving from the Killyhevlin Hotel to A&E at South West Acute Hospital would normally take 10 minutes; a 2.9 mile journey.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:26:15 +0100Balcas workers to commence week long strike as pay dispute continues
Around 150 workers at Balcas in Enniskillen are set to begin a week-long strike tomorrow (Friday) as a dispute over pay intensifies.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100Annual Irvinestown Truck run brings successful Lady of the Lake festival to an end
More than 400 trucks made their way through the streets of Fermanagh to end another successful Lady of the Lake Festival.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0100From postman to musician: The remarkable life of Michael Gallagher
Ballyshannon, reputedly the oldest town in Ireland, is the town of the Gallagher clan.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Joe Mahon praised as Old Fair Day draws crowds to Castle Irvine
There’s no show like a ‘Joe Show’.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:28:15 +0100Princess Royal plants Irish Yew at Castle Archdale
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has planted an Irish Yew tree at Castle Archdale Country Park, creating a lasting legacy to mark her visit to one of Northern Ireland's most significant Second World War heritage sites.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 18:02:21 +0100Band performance highlights Princess Anne's visit to Castle Archdale
The Ballyreagh Silver Band was given the honour of performing during the Princess Royal's visit to Castle Archdale on Wednesday, with members describing the occasion as a proud moment for the organisation.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:46:22 +0100Princess Anne's visit to Fermanagh centre supporting veterans
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has visited Brooke House Health and Wellbeing Centre in Co Fermanagh to see first-hand the support it provides to military and police veterans and their families.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:07:24 +0100Man jailed after filming couple in Airbnb and posting video on social media
A MAN who filmed a couple staying in the same Airbnb as him then shared it on social media has been jailed.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:59:09 +0100Tractor Factor: Derrylin pulls out all the stops for charity
The Derrylin community is preparing to pull together for a major fundraising tractor pull this summer, with proceeds going to Derrylin Parish Hall and Friends of the Cancer Centre, the charity supporting cancer patients and their families across Nort...
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:53:11 +0100Adrian Dunbar receives Freedom of the City of London
Enniskillen-born actor Adrian Dunbar has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of his outstanding contribution to drama and his continued support for emerging talent.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:13:55 +0100Groups collect over 200 bags of litter each during annual Big Spring Clean
Mid Ulster Environment committee members have praised all the dedicated residents who took part in the annual Big Spring Clean earlier this year, with some groups having collected over 200 bags of litter each.
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:09:13 +010038 Mid Ulster schools presented with Eco-School Green Flag awards
A total of 38 Mid Ulster schools were presented with Eco-School Green Flag Awards at a ceremony held in Pomeroy Forest Visitor Centre on June 15, and their achievement did not go unnoticed at the July 8 Environment committee meeting of Mid Ulster Dis...
Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:06:11 +0100No name change for Gortevin Terrace
A request for the renaming of Gortevin Terrace, Gortgonis, Coalisland, to Gortevin Park, has failed to meet the required ‘unanimity test’.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:17:51 +0100Bail refused to Cavan man who 'dragged female by throat' in Enniskillen
Bail has been denied to a Cavan resident who appeared via video link at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0100Man facing attempted rape and sexual assault charges has case pushed back
A defendant, who is facing charges of rape and sexual assault had his case put back to August 3, in a video link case, at Enniskillen Magistrates Course.
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100Host announced for 2026 Impartial Reporter Community Champion Awards
The host of the 2026 Impartial Reporter Community Champion Awards in Association with Encirc has been revealed.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:22:33 +0100Life across the water: A Rosslea woman's life in England now part of major exhibit
Fond memories of Rosslea and a marathon journey to get home will soon be part of a major exhibition on the Irish in Britain – thanks to the stories of Rosslea woman Alice Delahunty.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 17:16:22 +0100Rosslea man accused of attacking partner with pitchfork has case put back
A Rosslea man, who is accused of attacking his partner with a pitchfork had his case put back for a Preliminary Enquiry on August 3, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:11:46 +0100Kesh woman to make sporting history as Fermanagh's first touch rugby international
A Kesh woman is set to make sporting history this week when she becomes Fermanagh's first ever international Touch Rugby player.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:16:20 +0100Rosslea man charged over threats to damage woman's car at hospital
A Rosslea man has appeared at Enniskillen Magistrates Court, charged with improper use of electronic communication, two counts of threats to damage property, namely a car belonging to a female at the South West Acute Hospital and using threatening or...
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:08:20 +0100Londonderry woman in 'dire straits' fined for Lisnaskea shop theft
A Londonderry woman has been fined after pleading guilty to a charge of theft, at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:25:29 +0100Bail denied to Enniskillen man facing charge of assaulting woman
An Enniskillen man, who is facing assault charges, has been denied bail, at the Magistrates Court.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:33:51 +0100PSNI issue reminder of road closures and warning for HGVs
Road users are being reminded that diversions remain in place during roadworks on the A32 Irvinestown Road outside Enniskillen.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:01:07 +0100Endangered birds rescued from wildfire released back into the wild
Four endangered curlew chicks have been released back into the wild in Co. Fermanagh after their eggs were rescued from a major wildfire on Sliabh Beagh near Brookeborough.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:27:15 +0100RNLI called to assist narrowboat after it ran aground on Lough Erne
Carrybridge RNLI volunteers were called into action three times over a busy weekend on Lough Erne, assisting grounded and disabled vessels before helping to locate an overdue boater in the early hours of Monday morning.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:16:34 +0100Vehicle crashes into front of Dungannon premises
A vehicle collided with the front of a Dungannon premises in the early hours of the morning, causing damage to the building’s façade.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:23:57 +0100Feargal Shannon: 'If you didn’t have a love for it, you wouldn’t be here'
Feargal Shannon has spent most of his adult life on one side of a counter in The Crowe's Nest, one of Enniskillen's busiest bars, but his introduction to the pub came almost by accident.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:41:56 +0100Women in rural communities face additional risks to their safety
The Executive has acknowledged that women and girls living in rural communities face additional risks to their safety and greater barriers to accessing justice and support services.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:21:46 +0100Almost £3m paid to Fermanagh and South Tyrone farmers under DAERA scheme
Farm businesses in Fermanagh and South Tyrone have received almost £3 million through the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs' (DAERA) Suckler Cow Scheme, according to newly released figures.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:10:26 +0100Major £175k resurfacing works to begin Fintona next week
A £175,000 resurfacing of B0080 Tattymoyle Road, Fintona, begins July 27. Expect road closures, diversions and delays. Details at Trafficwatch NI.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:57:16 +0100Enniskillen equine students gain hands‑on insight on Belgian study tour
CAFRE Enniskillen equine students gain global industry insights on Belgium study tour, visiting top equine facilities and exploring international career pathways.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:29:25 +0100Bernadette McAliskey - 'We are hard-wired for hope, fairness and love, not war'
Believe it or not, we are now halfway through the school summer holidays.
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:25:41 +0100Ann Widdecombe was hit on head repeatedly with hammer, court hears
Ann Widdecombe died on July 8 at her house in Haytor on Dartmoor after having sustained serious injuries.
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:06:15 +0100Tribute paid to former Fermanagh volunteer George Alexander Kilpatrick
Fermanagh Community Transport has paid tribute to former volunteer George Alexander Kilpatrick following his death earlier this month.