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Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:49:50 +0000One dead following single vehicle crash in Lisnaskea
A 69-year-old man has died after a single vehicle road traffic collision in Lisnaskea on Thursday afternoon.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:43:27 +0000Police probe repeated vandalism to property in Brookeborough
A property in the Grogey Road area of Brookeborough has had two incidents of vandalism in recent weeks.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 09:35:54 +0000Festive appeal for cats seeking new homes this Christmas
Bright Eyes Animal Sanctuary has issued a heartfelt appeal this week as seven of its long-term resident cats continue their search for permanent homes in time for the festive season.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:39:14 +0000Emergency services at scene of 'serious' crash with Lisnaskea road closed
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious road crash in Lisnaskea.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 17:05:00 +0000Forward-thinking genetics drive success for winning herd
Beef farmer Neil Henderson was among the standout winners at this year’s Fermanagh County Show Awards.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:45:00 +0000Neil Guckian retires as Western Trust begin bid to appoint new chief executive begins
Neil Guckian has announced his retirement from his role as Chief Executive of the Western Health and Social Care Trust.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:08:47 +0000Fermanagh building firm fined following unsafe practices
A Fermanagh building contractor has been fined in connection with the refurbishment works at Sacred Heart Chapel, Boho.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:12:00 +0000Glamour, glitter and 'I Do': Jane’s magical festive season
As Christmas decorations sparkle across living rooms and bridal planners everywhere fill with glittering winter weddings, Jane is embracing a season that feels like the perfect blend of glamour, romance, and celebration.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:04:00 +0000NFU donation helps launch cancer support programme in Fermanagh
NFU Mutual’s Enniskillen Agency has provided a donation of £7,899 to local charity SWELL (Supported We Live Life) through the insurer’s national Agency Giving Fund, helping to deliver vital support for people affected by cancer in the Fermanagh ...
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:58:21 +0000New PSNI District Commander appointed in Fermanagh and Omagh
A new District Commander has been appointed in Fermanagh and Omagh. Superintendent Pete Cunningham has been appointed as the new District Commander for Fermanagh and Omagh.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:35:17 +0000Men with crowbars attack family home as police appeal for information
Two men with crowbars forced their way into a house in Pomeroy on Wednesday night.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:18:00 +0000Bluetongue definitely not on the Christmas wish list for farmers
Having bluetongue confirmed in Northern Ireland was definitely not something farmers had on their Christmas wish lists, writes Chris McCullough.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:59:00 +0000Photos reveal welfare breaches that led to conviction of farmer
Exclusive images have revealed the shocking conditions on a farm where a calf was euthanised by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:46:00 +0000Established tyre business seeks planning approval for extension
Plans have been submitted to expand a well-established tyre business in Newtownbutler.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:31:00 +0000Suspected cocaine seized during Enniskillen patrols
During proactive patrols by our District Support Teams and Local Policing Team colleagues in Enniskillen town centre at the weekend, a number of people were stopped and searched and quantities of class A drugs, mostly suspected to be cocaine, were su...
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:20:00 +0000Grassland club hears talk on ABP calf to beef system
The speaker at Fermanagh Grassland Club’s November meeting, Stuart Cromie, delivered a comprehensive presentation on Blade Farming, ABP’s calf to beef system.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:26:00 +0000Planning sought for major community hub at Aghadrumsee
A major new community development has been proposed for Aghadrumsee, where plans have been lodged for a modern two-storey community hub and a series of upgraded outdoor facilities.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:30:00 +0000How Fermanagh's inclusion in the Hidden Heartlands can boost tourism
Tourism in County Fermanagh is set for a significant uplift following the confirmation that the county is to be officially included in the ‘Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands’ brand.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:23:00 +0000Desperate mum 'begging' for mental health help after child told she was 'too young'
A Fermanagh mum is begging for help after revealing her young child was refused access to mental health treatment because of her age.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:10:00 +0000Western Trust chairman criticised over women GP claims made during SWAH meeting
The chairman of the Western Health and Social Care Trust has been criticised for comments made during a Health Committee meeting which suggested more women becoming GPs is affecting the service.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Devenish College pantomime returns with Dick Whittington and His Cat
Devenish College’s panto returned this week with a production Dick Whittington and His Cat.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000What makes the perfect Christmas present? Enniskillen jewellers have their say
It didn’t even take a second for the answer to come out of Amanda Coulson’s mouth when she and her business partner Yvonne Treacy were asked about this year’s must have Christmas presents.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:09:48 +0000Two new bus shelters to be installed in Mid Ulster district
Two new bus shelters in the Mid Ulster district have obtained the necessary approvals and are due to be installed, with one at the Ballyness Road, Clogher, and one at the Fardross Road, also in Clogher. Also recommended for approval is a bus shelter ...
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:57:46 +0000Mid Ulster councillors raise their concerns about Bluetongue virus and farmers
Councillor James Burton (DUP, Dungannon DEA) has expressed concerns regarding the recent Bluetongue virus (BTV) outbreak in County Down. The virus was initially discovered in Bangor, leading to the introduction of a 20km Temporary Control Zone (TCZ).
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:43:47 +0000Mid Ulster to work on developing an Ulster-Scots Language Policy
As progress is being made on delivering an Irish Language Policy in Mid Ulster, the need to devise a similar policy to promote Ulster-Scots was highlighted at a recent Development committee meeting of Mid Ulster District Council.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:30:20 +0000Councillors clash over dual language policy in the district
Councillors at Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have again clashed over dual language signage at the latest meeting of the Environment Services Committee, with a Sinn Féin councillor telling opposing Unionists: “If you’ve nothing to contribu...
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000Sisterhood and success celebrated at Mount Lourdes annual prize-giving
Mount Lourdes Grammar School hosted its annual prize-giving ceremony this week, a celebration marked by academic excellence, community spirit and a powerful message about the lifelong sisterhood forged within its walls.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Western Trust ‘dismayed’ by Council criticism over SWAH surgery
The Chief Executive and Board of the Western Health and Social Care Trust claim to be “dismayed” by comments made during a meeting of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council, but stopped short of fully responding to enquiries put to them regarding f...
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000Bernadette McAliskey: 'We can’t wait for another child in an outhouse to save us'
Somebody needs to make room in the Inn. Somebody needs to stop the world’s leaders gallop to a world war and destruction. We can’t keep leaving it to some refugee child born in an outhouse to save the world.
Thu, 11 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Prominent former student speaks at St.Michael's Prize Day
St Michael’s College, Enniskillen, welcomed one of its most distinguished former pupils this week as Ray McAdam, the 358th Lord Mayor of Dublin, returned to the school as guest speaker for the school’s annual Prize Day.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:24:00 +0000Arson attack in Clogher condemned with death 'luckily' avoided
Two men have been arrested after an arson attack on a house in Clogher on Tuesday night.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:15:55 +0000Belleek residents left without cash due to ATM fault
Belleek residents have been left without access to cash for several days after local ATMs stopped functioning.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:59:58 +0000Two men arrested after arson attack on Clogher house
Two men have been arrested after setting fire to a house in Clogher.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 09:13:00 +0000'A dogs dinner': Lawyer hits out at handling of arson case
A lawyer representing a 21-year-old man charged with arson attack in Dungannon which saw 12 people treated in hospital, including two children has branded the current handling of the matter as a ‘dog’s dinner’.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:39:28 +0000Man banned from owning animals after dog loses eye
An Enniskillen man has been given a lifetime ban from owning animals after one of his dogs was forced to have an eye surgically removed due to an untreated condition.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:02:33 +0000Man with 210 convictions charged over alleged kidnap and sexual assault
A convicted sex offender with more than 200 previous convictions has appeared before Enniskillen Magistrates’ Court, accused of kidnapping and sexually assaulting a woman during an alleged incident last weekend.
Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:11:49 +0000Donnelly Group expand with new £7m showroom
A new £7million showroom has been opened in Dungannon by car trading giants Donnelly Group.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:31:32 +0000Two people killed in fatal crash on Derrylin road named
The two people killed in a fatal crash on the Derrylin road have been named as Michal Lisiecki and Adam Telus.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:33:37 +0000Man who punched driver during road rage incident is jailed
A case in which an Omagh man admitted punching a driver in the course of a road-rage incident has been jailed.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:24:30 +0000Man charged after attempted rape, arson and kidnapping in Irvinestown
A 42-year-old man has been charged with attempted rape, non-fatal strangulation, arson and kidnapping in Irvinestown on Saturday night.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:13:44 +0000Farmer sentenced for causing suffering to cattle, sheep and pigs
A calf had to be euthanised after multiple animals were found to have been caused unnecessary suffering on a farm in Tyrone, a court has heard.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:47:14 +0000LIVE: Storm Bram sees amber weather warning issued
Storm Bram is to hit Fermanagh and Tyrone today. A yellow warning is in place this morning but will upgrade to amber later this afternoon.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:22:01 +0000Appeal after 'number of masked men' raid Enniskillen house
Three people were held captive in a residential property while a gang of masked men searched the house for valuables on Monday night.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:12:13 +0000Man, 27, to appear in court after being charged with breaching sexual offences order
A 27-year-old man will appear in court later today charged with breaching a sexual offences prevention order.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:03:30 +0000Storm Bram warning increased to Amber as Met Office issue 'danger to life' message
The weather warning for Storm Bram has been raised to Amber for Fermanagh and Tyrone.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:43:20 +0000Contest date fixed in case of alleged hit-and-run
A contest date is to be fixed in the case of offences arising from an alleged hit-and-run incident.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:38:28 +0000Two arrested after 'large quantity' of drugs found in Fivemiletown
Two men were arrested after police uncovered a large quantity of Class B drugs in a vehicle stopped by officers in Fivemiletown on Monday, December 8. Local Neighbourhood officers were conducting vehicle checkpoints as part of Operation Season's Gree...
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:17:23 +0000SOAS welcomes report highlighting SWAH’s potential as cross-Border health hub
Hospital campaign group, Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) has welcomed the publication of an advocacy report which highlights the potential for South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) to be a special north-south project for shared services within a wider bord...
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 12:57:48 +0000Man who queried domestic abuse classification given suspended sentence
A forty-six-year-old man who questioned why he was charged with domestic violence offences when the reason for his arrest was an “exchange” between him and his wife has been handed a suspended prison sentence.
Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:45:20 +0000Teenagers charged with breaking into popular hotel
Two teenagers have appeared in court accused of breaking into a Fivemiletown hotel earlier this year.