Legislation brought forward by Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon to increase penalty points and fines for those using a hand-held mobile phone while driving comes into effect today (3 February 2021) for all motorists in Northern Ireland.

A 33-year-old man has been remanded in custody after a judge refused to grant him bail following an alleged domestic violence incident at a house in Enniskillen.

THERE has been widespread sadness following the death of Mrs. Elizabeth Bolton.

WHEN we are shopping for our groceries, we will no doubt walk down the aisles which offer a wide range of jams, conserves and honey – but what type of honey do you buy?

Roads in the Lisnaskea area have been closed due to the spillage of animal waste which requires "specialist environmental health expertise to deal with the clean-up".

FERMANAGH singer-songwriter Jozef Michael Rigo has recently released his deeply personal and emotional second single.

One of Fermanagh's oldest residents has been laid to rest this afternoon (Tuesday).

Latest figures published by NISRA show that the number of alcohol-specific deaths in 2019 was the highest on record, with 336 of the 15,758 registered deaths being due to alcohol-specific causes.

There were another three death related to Covid-19 reported by the Department of Health today (Tuesday), bringing the death toll here to 79.

Schools will determine pupils’ GCSE and A-level grades in Northern Ireland, it has been announced.

Reports: Brian Donaldson

A telephone booking line for vaccination appointments has now been introduced for those unable to use the online system.

A Fermanagh man is set to face trial in relation to a number of charges of sexual activity with a child.

ARTIST Jordan Breen is from Enniskillen but is currently studying a degree in Graphic Design in Liverpool.

Tensions were high in Enniskillen Courthouse on Monday as claims of lies and false allegations were put to both the defendant and the injured party involved in a contest.

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CONCERNS have been raised that farmers and rural communities in Fermanagh could be left behind as the implementation of the EU Common Agriculture Policy (CAP) begins in the Republic of Ireland.

Weekend brings further coronavirus deaths across Fermanagh and Omagh

Caritas mixed voice choir has raised a total of £1,256.63 for the Enniskillen Foodbank from their virtual Christmas concert.

Northern Ireland’s First Minister wants the Brexit arrangements governing Irish Sea trade with Great Britain binned.

AN INDEPENDENT investigation into Mother and Baby homes in Northern Ireland will be carried out, the Executive has agreed.

A 36-year-old woman has been given a three year Probation Order, and placed under a Restraining Order for 10 years for a campaign of harassment against her father-in-law.

Asos told investors on Monday morning that it will take on around 300 employees as part of the deal, which will not include any of the brands’ stores.

A POLL carried out by LucidTalk for The Sunday Times has shown that the majority of people surveyed would be in favour of a referendum on a United Ireland in the next five years.

CONCERNS have been raised by members of public in Derrygonnelly regarding persistent dog fouling in the village.

Police have issued a warning over a phishing text message scam circulating telling people that they are "eligible" for the Covid 19 vaccination.

Members of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council have traded political blows after receiving an update around Brexit, with the Northern Ireland Protocol taking centre stage.

TWO Fermanagh musicians have been awarded the Young Musicians’ Platform Award, supported by National Lottery funding through the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and BBC Northern Ireland.

A WELL-KNOWN Enniskillen businessman has spoken very highly of the healthcare staff at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH) who he believes saved his life after he was diagnosed with double pneumonia and Covid-19.

A LARGE entry of quality sheep resulted in a terrific trade at the first special sale of breeding stock hosted by Clogher Mart on Tuesday evening, January 19.

Aldi and Lidl have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores this weekend. Here are the best deals.

The sons of the late entrepreneur Robert Donaldson have paid tribute to their father, a very charitable gentleman who worked hard to provide for his family "against all odds".

The only child of a devoted couple who died one month and one day apart from each other after brave battles with coronavirus has said her parents were “everything to me".

CANADIAN couple Brad Dean and Craig McGowan have said they feel more at home in Ballinamallard than they do back in Canada, thanks to the love they have experienced from members of the local community who have been there for them as they dealt wit...

FERMANAGH Women's Aid has welcomed the announcement that the Domestic Abuse and Civil Proceedings Bill has passed its final stage in the Northern Ireland Assembly.

There have been calls for dog owners to ensure that their pets are kept under control at home and in public after two separate dog attacks occurred in Fermanagh last Saturday (January 23), with one man seeking medical attention after sustaining se...

When the British Conservative Prime Minister, Harold MacMillan made his famous “wind of change” speech in South Africa in 1960, the UK was a colonial power and he was making it clear that his Government wouldn’t stand in the way of African c...

Well known Belcoo man Jim Conway will be remembered as someone who was a “friend to everyone”.

THE family of one former resident of a Tyrone care home are calling for an independent review into the circumstances under which the home closed.

 

SINN Féin Councillor Siobhán Currie has called on Council officials to explore funding options for the reconstruction of the Roscor Viaduct.

A man has been arrested by An Garda Síochána following a two week security alert inn Fermanagh.

There may be a chance of snow or sleet this weekend as the indirect impact of Europe’s Storm Justine makes its way across the UK and Ireland.

Back in the day, in other words, this time last year, remote or virtual learning was the preserve of students who lived far away from their school or college or for short courses to up-date working professionals.

Fermanagh and Omagh District Council is set to appoint a new Director of Environment and Place.

AS DOMINICK Noone travelled from Enniskillen to Boho on a Summer's day back in 1826, little did he know what awaited him.

The total number of deaths in Fermanagh and Omagh related to Covid-19 up until January 22 has risen to 77 according to NISRA, who recorded five more deaths in their weekly update in the Council area.

AS WE get closer to the end of the first month of Brexit and the new way of doing things in Northern Ireland, retailers want the processes simplified so they can continue to provide for the population just like they used to.

A MAN who was stopped by police twice driving an uninsured car has been handed a driving ban at Enniskillen Magistrates Court.

A Bellanaleck man is warning others to consider the location of their oil tank after thieves stole an amount oil from his due to its easy accessibility.