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Tue, 20 Oct 2026 13:52:41 +0100Irvinestown man, 78, denies two sexual assault charges in court
An Irvinestown man who is facing charges of sexual assault will be denying those charges, Enniskillen Magistrates Court heard.
Wed, 21 Oct 2026 08:54:02 +0100Fermanagh road closed following crash
The Enniskillen Road near Irvinestown may be closed for some time following a road traffic collision, police have warned.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0100Fermanagh farmers receive almost £29m in bovine TB compensation since 2021
DAERA figures show Fermanagh farmers received almost £29m in bovine TB compensation since 2021, including £1.87m in early 2026.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:37:31 +0100Derrylin hall committee and 50-year volunteer honoured at Fermanagh awards
A volunteer committee which has breathed new life into Derrylin Parish Church Hall and a Maguiresbridge man who has given more than 50 years of service to his community have been honoured at the Fermanagh Rural Community Network’s Celebrating Commu...
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:59:53 +0100Fresh appeal made 19 years after Paul Quinn murder in Co Monaghan
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information into the murder of Paul Quinn as the 19th anniversary of his death is marked.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:41:08 +0100Full file received in Ellie Flanagan murder case as Enniskillen man returns to court
An Enniskillen man, who is charged with murdering a woman in the town, had his case put back for on-going investigation at the Magistrates Court.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:56:24 +0100Revolut customers unable to access app or make payments as global disruption hits services
Revolut is reporting issues with its services across the world.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:31:14 +0100Man told alleged victim 'If you call the police I will kill you'
A Dungannon man, who allegedly told another male that he "would smash his brains out" with a glass ash tray has been granted bail at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:36:44 +0100Council urges minister to prioritise new unit at Tyrone and Fermanagh Hospital
Fermanagh and Omagh councillors urge Health Minister Robbie Butler to visit ‘Dickensian’ Lime and Elm wards and prioritise a new acute mental health unit.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:00:00 +0100Fermanagh pupils turn water protection lessons into village-wide art exhibition
A children’s art exhibition in Garrison is delivering a creative message about environmental protection and the importance of clean water.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 20:39:00 +0100‘They were being dishonest’: SOAS barrister challenges Western Trust in court
The first day of the Save Our Acute Services (SOAS) judicial review has concluded in the Royal Courts of Justice, with the case set to continue in the High Court in Belfast on October 21 and 22.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0100Fermanagh South Tyrone MP to contest Assembly seat in Belfast
Sinn Féin has selected Fermanagh and South Tyrone MP Pat Cullen to contest the new South Belfast and Mid Down constituency at next May’s Assembly election.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:25:34 +0100Enniskillen’s WildeDay 'exceeds expectations' for organisers
Enniskillen’s WildeDay celebration exceeded expectations, bringing Oscar Wilde’s legacy to life with performances, a procession and community events in Fermanagh.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:28:06 +0100Andrew Muir vows ‘I am going nowhere’ amid Fivemiletown cull backlash
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has insisted he will not quit despite receiving death threats amid the fallout from the shooting of 51 cattle near Fivemiletown.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:27:43 +0100Hearing begins on bid for judicial review over SWAH emergency surgery suspension
SOAS begins High Court judicial review of emergency surgery suspension at South West Acute Hospital in Northern Ireland, with hearing continuing until October 22.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 11:32:56 +0100Clogher Valley Show raises £3,348 for heart charity
The Clogher Valley Show has raised £3,348 for the Children’s Heartbeat Trust through fundraising efforts by its vintage section, young farmers and the NI Blonde Cattle Club.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:58:07 +0100A5 upgrade ruling welcomed despite concerns for farmers
Mid Ulster Policy & Resources committee members have welcomed the recent Court of Appeal ruling which has cleared the way for a major upgrade of the A5 between Londonderry and Aughnacloy.
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:52:02 +0100Mid Ulster childminders soon allowed to care for up to eight children
Mid Ulster councillors have approved a recommendation to allow home-based registered childminders to care for up to eight children under the age of 12 – as opposed to six currently – in line with new regulations announced by the Department of Hea...
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:47:23 +0100Phone mast refused to avoid duplication of existing facility
Planning permission for the erection of a 25-metre-high telecommunications mast on land approximately 30 metres north of 84A Cookstown Road, Dungannon, has been refused, as the applicant has failed to demonstrate why an existing mast in the vicinity ...
Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:38:08 +0100Scaled-down plans for training facility at Moy GAC approved
Planning permission has been granted for the provision of a new training facility at Tír na nÓg GAC, 32-34 Benburb Road, Moy, albeit scaled down from the original plans to minimise the impact on neighbouring properties.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:04:39 +0100Three people found drink driving in nine hours over weekend, says police
Three people were detected driving over the legal alcohol limit during a nine-hour period over the weekend, police have said.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:13:33 +0100Police appeal after 15 bullocks go missing near Kesh
Police are appealing for information after 15 Charolais and Limousin bullocks went missing from the Manoo Road area of Kesh over the weekend.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:27:43 +0100Diana Armstrong praises bravery of women in Jeffrey Donaldson case
Diana Armstrong says the bravery of Jeffrey Donaldson’s victims has encouraged more abuse survivors to come forward following his 15-year prison sentence.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:17:17 +0100Belleek sex offender jailed after police uncover 55,000 Telegram chats
Belleek sex offender Alun Cleary jailed for three years after accessing child abuse images on Telegram and breaching a Sexual Offences Prevention Order.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:52:58 +0100PSNI treat Fermanagh school bomb threats as a 'hoax'
Police say that bomb threats aimed at schools across Northern Ireland and other parts of the UK are being treated as a hoax.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:39:30 +0100Revealed: Email threatening bombs sent to 300 NI schools
An email threatening bomb attacks has been sent to 300 schools across Northern Ireland, prompting concern over the threats.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:08:33 +0100Enniskillen man to stand trial over cocaine, criminal property and benefit fraud claims
An Enniskillen man is to stand trial on charges relating to the possession of drugs and criminal property.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:27:48 +0100LIVE: Fermanagh schools among many across NI targeted by bomb threats
Schools across Northern Ireland have been targeted. Fermanagh schools are among those who have also received the email.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:39 +0100Enniskillen primary school evacuated after bomb threat email
A primary school in Enniskillen is among many across Northern Ireland who have received bomb threats on Monday morning.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:29:14 +0100Pottery Throwdown finalist unveils new Enniskillen Castle exhibition
A Fermanagh ceramic artist whose work featured on The Great Pottery Throwdown has unveiled a new exhibition at Enniskillen Castle.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:41:37 +0100Fermanagh MLA to attend PSNI interview over Drumcree
Sinn Fein MLA Áine Murphy has received a letter from the PSNI inviting her to attend a police interview in relation to her attendance at the Garvaghy Road protest last month.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:45:57 +0100Irish author Séamas Mac Annaidh to visit Fivemiletown
Irish author Séamas Mac Annaidh will visit Fivemiletown Library on Tuesday evening as part of Book Week NI 2026.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:22:14 +0100Man suffers serious facial injuries in Moy assault
A man in his 40s has sustained serious facial injuries following an assault in Moy.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:24:29 +0100Women’s refuge to boost security thanks to £7,899 donation
NFU Mutual Enniskillen donates £7,899 to Fermanagh and Omagh Women’s Aid for refuge security upgrades, helping those fleeing domestic abuse across Northern Ireland.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:15:59 +0100Man avoids prison after repeated breaches of hospital sexual offences order
A County Tyrone man who repeatedly breached a Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO) by loitering around hospital facilities has avoided prison.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:14:00 +0100Four groups unite to demand Stormont action on rural services
Four hospital campaign groups, including those fighting to protect services at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), have joined forces to demand greater scrutiny of decisions affecting rural healthcare.
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0100St Michael's College seeks classroom assistants to support special educational needs
St Michael's College in Enniskillen has opened recruitment for permanent, term-time Classroom Assistants specialising in Special Educational Needs, with roles taking effect immediately.
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:53:36 +0100Gardaí concerned for wellbeing of missing 16-year-old girl from Co Cavan
Gardaí are appealing for the public’s assistance in tracing a missing 16-year-old girl from Co Cavan.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:59:04 +0100Cavan Road closed following two-vehicle collision
Cavan Road closed following two-vehicle collision
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:40:03 +0100Diana Armstrong warns inheritance tax changes threaten family farms
Diana Armstrong warns inheritance tax changes are threatening family farms, with farmers cutting investment and raising concerns over succession.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:07:52 +0100Kimmins praises Fermanagh Community Transport for supporting rural residents
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins praises Fermanagh Community Transport for tackling rural isolation, with funding announced for a new minibus.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:33:14 +0100Heavy traffic near Gortin Glen as police urge motorists to avoid area
Police in Fermanagh have advised motorists to avoid the Glenpark Road area near Gortin Glen Forest Park due to heavy traffic.
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:16:07 +0100New play park opens in Derrygonnelly for local families
A new play park has been completed in Derrygonnelly as part of a district-wide programme to improve outdoor recreational facilities.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:14:03 +0100Fermanagh boy’s near-fatal diabetes ordeal sparks gaming station appeal for SWAH
When William Morton was struggling to get over flu-like symptoms that were affecting his whole family, his mum Rachel began to wonder what was going on.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:37:37 +0100Hugo Duncan to join 'Pint to Pint' charity walk from Mahon's Hotel to Charlie's Bar
Two Fermanagh family-run establishments are joining forces for a 10-mile charity walk in aid of Cancer Focus, in memory of a much-loved family member and friend.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:55:22 +0100Enniskillen pizzeria nominated for NI local business award
Angie’s New Haven APizza in Enniskillen has been nominated for Northern Ireland’s Favourite Local Business 2026, with nominations open until November 30.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:35:29 +0100Enniskillen doctor wins clinical achievement award at inaugural Northern Ireland ceremony
A doctor at South West Acute Hospital has been recognised for her clinical achievements at a new awards ceremony celebrating the contribution of medical and dental professionals across Northern Ireland.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:36:18 +0100Planning permission refused for apartments and bedsits
Two retrospective planning applications, lodged by the same applicant, for the conversion of existing dwellings into apartments and bedsits at 52 Killycolpy Road, between Ardboe and Stewartstown, have been refused.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:28:55 +0100Kilronan School plans for new extension approved
Educational facilities at Kilronan School, Ballyronan Road, Magherafelt, are set to be significantly enhanced with approved plans for an extension to the school, to provide six additional classrooms, including two for children with Profound & Mul...
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:32:20 +0100Enniskillen Pink Run raises £47,000 for local breast cancer services
The Enniskillen Pink Run has raised £47,000 for local breast cancer services, with 630 runners taking part in the annual Cancer Focus NI event.