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Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:31:00 +0000Equestrian ambitions: How Grace found her path at CAFRE Enniskillen
When Grace Harrison first set foot on the CAFRE Enniskillen campus, she knew almost immediately that she had found her place.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 01:07:32 +0000Security alert under way as homes evacuated
Police are dealing with a security alert in Omagh following the discovery of a suspicious object in the Culmore Park area.
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000The women at the end of the line
When women talk about reaching the end of the line, they are rarely talking about a single moment. They are talking about a long, often invisible process of coping, adjusting and enduring. They are talking about the slow accumulation of pressure, fea...
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000Council to meet Ofcom later this month over Royal Mail postal delays
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council are to meet with Ofcom after the communications regulator supported their concerns around Royal Mail postal delays. Councillors have previously discussed the apparent prioritising of parcels over letters which has...
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000Big insights and opinions from this week's Little Minds
There is no shortage of big opinions, bright ideas and bold dreams in the P1 class at Lisbellaw PS. From football stars and fairy ambitions to school dinners crowned with pink icing and sprinkles, the youngest pupils at the school have plenty to say ...
Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Today is as good a day as Monday to make a start again
With January done and dusted, you might, like me, be reviewing how well New Year’s resolutions are going thus far.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:28:49 +0000Police warn of disruption ahead of Enniskillen demonstration
Please be aware of possible traffic disruption in Enniskillen at the weekend due to a public demonstration.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000The Clinton Centre renaming a decision for partnership board - Diana Armstrong
The new Deputy Leader of the Ulster Unionist Party has said it will be up to the Fermanagh University Partnership Board to decide whether The Clinton Centre is renamed.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:58:24 +0000Police probe as politician arrested over alleged sexual assault
Mid-Ulster councillor Dan Kerr has been arrested for an alleged sexual assault, it can be revealed.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:29:31 +0000SEFF to mark 40 years since brutal killings in Maguiresbridge
SEFF has awknowledged the upcoming 40th anniversary of the murders of Derek Breen and John McCabe in Maguiresbridge.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:11:05 +0000Apprenticeship training in Sports Turf proves a winner for Tyrone woman
In today’s competitive job market, practical skills and real-world experience are more valuable than ever.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:32:50 +0000Tyrone man found 'not guilty' of paying for sexual services
Charges against a Tyrone man, who was accused of paying for sexual services from a woman, has been found not guilty and all charges have not been dismissed.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:19:06 +0000Fermanagh Cancer Support Centre receives £500k boost to fund two nurses
Two cancer specialist nurses and a range of other services will be funded for the next five years at Fermanagh Cancer Support Centre after a £500,000 lottery grant was received.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:45:00 +0000Public split over renaming of Enniskillen's Clinton Centre amid Epstein files release
The director of the group responsible for the care of The Clinton Centre says it would “premature, unjustified, and contrary to the principles of fairness and due process” if it was renamed amid controversy around Bill Clinton’s naming in the E...
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:35:47 +0000Enniskillen man remembered for his dedication to the community
Mourners have paid their final respects to well-known Enniskillen man, Robert 'David' Jackon.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:17:11 +0000Newly qualified nurses enter market shaped by staffing pressures
Newly qualified nurses emerging from Northern Ireland’s training system are entering a labour market shaped as much by fluid staffing pressures as by long term workforce shortages, according to correspondence from the Department of Health respondin...
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:58:30 +0000Father-of-six killed in Cavan road traffic collision
The victim of a fatal road traffic collision in Cavan on Monday has been named as father-of-six David McBride.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:47:12 +0000Paedophile horse stabber who misled customers avoids prison by 'narrowest of margins'
A convicted paedophile who went on to stab a horse to death in an act of revenge which he filmed has avoided prison by “the narrowest of margins” for his latest offending over the fraudulent sale of a horse.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:53:41 +0000‘It’s a disgrace’: Clogher residents hit out at rodent problem
Residents of a Clogher housing estate have raised serious concerns about a rodent infestation they believe is linked to Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) property.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 19:45:24 +0000Sadness at passing of much-loved Tyrone mum
The community of Coalisland is mourning a mother who sadly passed away on Tuesday.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:50:00 +0000Council urged to respond to Department's draft Speed Limit Review
Councillor Ian Milne (Sinn Féin) has urged Mid Ulster District Council to respond to a Department for Infrastructure (DfI) draft Speed Limit Review document, as the Moyola DEA representative feels strongly that everything needs to be done to reduce ...
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:13:44 +0000Public consultation on five-year budget strategy for education published
Education Minister Paul Givan has published a five-year budget strategy for public consultation in response to Northern Ireland’s deepening education funding crisis. Minister Givan said: “Northern Ireland’s education system has long been a sour...
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:35:56 +0000Council narrowly votes against China trip and will instead defer decision for a month
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council has voted to defer a decision on taking up an invitation to visit China in April. This followed a close vote to decline the trip completely, which was very narrowly defeated.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:59:06 +0000Works to start on Enniskillen library redevelopment later this year
Work on long awaited capital redevelopment at Enniskillen Library is expected to begin on site by this summer.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:32:28 +0000New UUP Deputy Leader : 'A woman’s rightful place is in leadership'
From Fermanagh to the frontline: Armstrong on her goals to transform Unionism
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:05:56 +0000The Longest Yarn returns to Enniskillen with new exhibition
The Longest Yarn returns to Enniskillen in February with a new exhibition at St Macartin’s Cathedral from February 9 until March 20
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:30:22 +0000Final call for PSNI recruits as applications close today
The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) has issued a final call for applications as the current recruitment drive for Student Officers and Custody Detention Officers is set to close.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:02:22 +0000Police attend 'serious' crash in Tyrone
The PSNI are in attendance at a 'serious' road traffic collision in County Tyrone.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:17:41 +00001,000 rainbow trout to be added to lake in Fermanagh
The Department of Agriculture, Environment, and Rural Affairs (DAERA) recently stocked various waters with "takeable" fish.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 23:02:40 +0000Family firm marks 50 years with arrival of ‘next generation’
A Fermanagh-based family business has marked a milestone year with the arrival of its newest, and youngest, member.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:09:09 +0000County Fermanagh visual artist completes 'enriching' international arts residency
Northern Ireland artist Diane Henshaw completes British Council-backed residency in Rajasthan, India, developing ecological art and leading community workshops.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:46:37 +0000Enniskillen Light Operatic to stage Disney’s Frozen in 2026
Enniskillen Light Operatic (ELO) has announced that its 2026 musical production will be Disney’s smash-hit Frozen, following the success of last year’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:27:09 +0000Thousands of parents in Northern Ireland urge MPs to raise social media age limit
Thousands of UK parents urge MPs to raise the minimum social media age to 16, backing a Smartphone Free Childhood campaign.
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:02:31 +0000Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:43:36 +0000Tesco Clubcard vouchers warning as £11m in rewards must be used by February deadline
Tesco customers are being warned to check their accounts urgently as £11 million worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers are set to expire
Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:41:55 +0000'Very rare' Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay
A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:15:47 +0000'It is a lifeline' - Irish government warned as fears grow over 'cancer flights'
A petition has been launched to save an afternoon flight from Donegal to Dublin which has been branded a ‘lifeline’ by those who use it.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:08:17 +0000Jane builds engineering career through higher level apprenticeship route
As part of NI Apprenticeship Week (February 2 to February 6), South West College (SWC) is highlighting the transformative impact of apprenticeships and the powerful opportunities created through strong local education and industry partnerships.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:49:33 +0000Donegal Gardai pay respects to ‘honorary garda’ after teenager’s death
Gardai in Donegal have paid tribute to ‘Honorary Garda’ Adam Mc Donnell after the teenager’s death on Tuesday.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:07:55 +0000Emergency services at scene after lorry overturns on Lough Shore Road
A lorry has overturned on the Lough Shore Road on Tuesday afternoon.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:43:02 +0000Public rally to be held this weekend as future of SWAH general surgery still unknown
The future of emergency general surgery and wider health services in Fermanagh and West Tyrone remains unresolved, with campaign group Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) to host a public rally on Sunday.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:18:50 +0000Former owner of Cavan hotel that was county's 'go-to place' dies
Tributes have been paid to a former hotelier in County Cavan who died earlier this week.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:04:37 +0000Artists unite in Enniskillen for mental health charity gig
Artists from the worlds of music, poetry and spoken word will unite on Saturday, February 21, for a very special charity gig in support of mental health.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:31:24 +0000Over 500 Invest NI-supported jobs already created in Fermanagh and South Tyrone
More than 500 of the jobs supported by Invest NI in Fermanagh and South Tyrone over the past five years have already been created, Economy Minister Caoimhe Archibald has said.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:18:03 +0000Substantial improvement works undertaken to West Tyrone roads
A programme of road, transport, flood protection and public realm projects has been delivered across West Tyrone since the restoration of the Executive last year, the Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins has said, with further major schemes planned in...
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:18:42 +0000No eradication method for highly invasive species in Lough Erne
There is no eradication method available to remove highly invasive quagga mussels from Lower Lough Erne, the Environment Minister Andrew Muir has said.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:34:39 +0000PPS withdraws charges against man (46) who was accused of assaulting sister
A charge against a forty-six-year-old man accused of assaulting his sister has been withdrawn.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:16:33 +0000Video- Enniskillen shoppers weigh in on proposed social media ban for under-16s
As the Government attempts to overturn the amendment made by the House of Lords, which backed the move to ban under-16s in the United Kingdom from social media platforms, we took to the streets of Enniskillen to see what locals think.
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 22:59:06 +0000Driver and passenger escape ‘unharmed’ after car fire outside hotel
Driver and passenger escape ‘unharmed’ after car fire outside hotel
Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:35:35 +0000Iconic TV character originated by Fermanagh actor set to die off-screen
It has been confirmed that Jim McDonald, the iconic Ulsterman who graced the cobbles of Coronation Street will die off-screen this year.