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Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:15:58 +0100
Cyclists and walkers to get priority over drivers in Highway Code changes
The Department for Transport said the changes will include a “hierarchy of road users”.

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Coronavirus: Repeat call for public inquiry into Covid-19 patients discharged to homes
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council have rejected the findings of a report on discharges of Covid-19 patients from hospitals to care homes and links to outbreaks.

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Critical answers still missing over paused retail park plans
THE Department for Infrastructure has provided some detail around the decision to issue a ‘holding direction’ to Fermanagh and Omagh District Council after its Planning Committee approved development for the proposed Lakelands Retail Park in Enni...

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Peter Jones: Son pays tribute 'brilliant Dad' as community unites
“A BRILLIANT husband, father, son and uncle, and a true gentleman” is how the son of the late Peter Jones (55) described the community stalwart who died last Wednesday, July 21 following an incident in the Lough Melvin area of Fermanagh.

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
No injuries as emergency services sent to reported Fermanagh bus fire
TRANSLINK are conducting an investigation after a bus engine caught fire on Tuesday morning, with emergency services quickly on the scene.

Sat, 31 Jul 2021 08:17:52 +0100
Thousands face £1,000 fine over controversial TV licence change
The licence fees existence is guaranteed until at least 31 December 2027 by the BBC's Royal Charter.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Tractor run to be held this weekend in memory of Sean Montgomery
A tractor run will be held this weekend in memory of 'gentle giant' Sean Montgomery, Sean died on January 32, 2021 following a battle with cancer.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:39:00 +0100
Fermanagh farmers hard at work to gather hay under a hot sun
Farming folk don’t need to be told to make hay when the sun shines – when The Impartial Reporter passed by the townland of Killykeeghan, Marlbank last week, there were plenty of farmers out in the fields with their family members and helpers, bus...

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:05:12 +0100
Fermanagh road closed following crash
The Boa Island Road close to the Letter Road junction in County Fermanagh is currently closed as police deal with a road traffic collision.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen man accused of intimidating a witness
AN ENNISKILLEN man has appeared in court on a charge of intimidating a witness in the knowledge she was assisting in a criminal investigation.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Stormont protest highlights objection to ‘amnesty’ plans
A NUMBER of victims and survivors of terrorism gathered at Stormont last Thursday, July 22, to signal their opposition to government plans to end prosecutions related to The Troubles.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0100
Katrina wins latest Mi Rewards prize
AFTER the struggles and difficulties presented over the past 18 months, Enniskillen Town Centre came back to life recently when Enniskillen BID injected some much needed positivity.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Derrygonnelly man accused of assaulting a female
A CHARGE of assaulting a female causing actual bodily harm has been put to a Derrygonnelly man who appeared in court.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 09:51:00 +0100
Appeal for information following criminal damage at Enniskillen property
Police are appealing for information after a window of a property in Coolcullen Meadow, Enniskillen was smashed in the early hours of Thursday, July 29.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Tesco offers £1,000 starting bonus for specific job amid staff shortages
The payment, which applies to new starters who join from July 14 until September 30, appears on various advertisements.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 08:15:00 +0100
Court to hear how case over firearm is to proceed
REPRESENTATIONS have been made on behalf of a Tempo man accused of failing to comply with the conditions of a Firearm Certificate last year.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:19:10 +0100
Bar closes after a staff member tests positive for Covid-19
AN ENNISKILLEN bar has closed after a member of staff tested positive for Covid-19.

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Enniskillen councillor's Ibiza holiday ends with positive Covid test
A FERMANAGH and Omagh District Councillor says he now “regrets” travelling to Ibiza on holiday earlier this month, following his subsequent positive Covid-19 test at the holiday's end.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 19:00:00 +0100
Doctors could detect Long Covid with simple check on your eye
According to the new research from scientists, patients suffering from Long Covid will have nerve damage in the cornea.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 18:00:00 +0100
The Impartial Reporter shortlisted for top awards
The Impartial Reporter has been shortlisted in two categories in the upcoming prestigious Regional Press Awards, which celebrate the very best of local and regional press across the UK.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:11:16 +0100
NI Executive announces latest Covid-19 relaxations
Following careful consideration of the public health situation and wider societal context, the Northern Ireland Executive has today agreed a number of changes to the Covid-19 restrictions relating to social distancing, live music venues and internati...

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Amber Plus travel list explained as six million holidaymakers could be affected
Alongside Red, Amber, Green and Green watchlist, Amber Plus is a new level that travellers should become familiar with.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:29:00 +0100
Economy Minister awards contract for delivery of high street scheme
Economy Minister Gordon Lyons has announced the contract for the delivery of the High Street Scheme (HSS) has been awarded to Prepaid Financial Services (PFS).

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Bail again refused for alleged CIRA member
AN ALLEGED high-ranking member of the Continuity IRA (CIRA) has again been refused bail on charges relating to the recovery of a firearm believed to be connected to shots fired at Enniskillen PSNI Station earlier this year.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Ardhowen to reopen following latest easing of restrictions
THE Ardhowen Theatre in Enniskillen is planning to reopen in August following the Northern Ireland Executive's latest easing of coronavirus restrictions regarding live entertainment venues that were announced on Monday, July 26.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh man facing trial on charges of historic rape and sexual assault
AN ENNISKILLEN man has been returned for trial on charges of historic rape and sexual assault, some of which date back more than 20 years.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0100
New heart selfie frame in Enniskillen
A GIANT heart-shaped selfie frame has been erected – ever so appropriately in the heart of Enniskillen – as a new initiative from Enniskillen BID in partnership with Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to encourage locals and tourists alike to s...

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Matthew Beaumont delighted at brother's Olympic success
THERE was joy and jubilation in the extended Beaumont family in the early hours of Wednesday morning when Jack Beaumont and his teammates made it across the finish line to take the silver medal in the men's quadruple sculls place during the 2021 Olym...

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0100
School meals and uniforms grants available
THE Education Authority (EA) is appealing to families who may be eligible to apply for free school meals and uniform grants to do so before the end of July.

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 09:05:32 +0100
Man prosecuted following dog attack in Necarne
A DOG owner has been prosecuted after pleading guilty to allowing his dog to attack a person following an incident on a walking route in Necarne Estate, Irvinestown.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 20:00:00 +0100
VIDEO: Making the headlines this week in Fermanagh
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Wed, 28 Jul 2021 17:06:24 +0100
Tyrone man to face charges on false cancer claims
A COUNTY Tyrone man is facing charges dating back seven years in relation to falsely claiming to be unfit to attend work due to suffering from cancer.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 16:58:58 +0100
Coronavirus in Fermanagh and Omagh: 46 new cases
THE Department of Health has launched a new ‘COVIDCertNI’ app enabling users to apply for and show proof of vaccination for international travel purposes only.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:30:27 +0100
Photographer captures Fermanagh in all of its natural beauty
PHOTOGRAPHER Stephanie Wiggins is a born and bred Fermanagh woman, originally from Newtownbutler but currently living in Brookeborough.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:18:15 +0100
Fermanagh teen is to contest his drink driving charge
A CHARGE of driving after consuming excess alcohol shortly before Christmas is to be contested, Enniskillen Magistrates Court heard on Monday.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh in 2001: Italian trek to get gain Explorer Belt
Three Fermanagh teenagers have begin a 10 day quest for a belt, which will require them to trek together through a part of the Italian countryside as yet unrevealed to them.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh in 1991: Camilla’s mission to improve Africa’s image
Children in Irvinestown got a rare insight into life in Africa last weekend when Lesotho-born, Camilla Dorcey hosted an African camp.

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 08:21:50 +0100
Enniskillen RNLI respond to two callouts in one afternoon at Castle Archdale
The Enniskillen RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew attended two incidents in the Castle Archdale area on Tuesday afternoon (July 27), firstly aiding a person who was knocked from their Whaley boat, then assisting a cruiser struggling in challenging conditi...

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Dr David Baxter: Disposing of old resources creates its own headaches
A few years ago, on a fine autumnal Saturday morning, I found myself at an Education Board auction, just around the time they were transitioning to become the monolithic Education Authority, or EA.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 17:00:00 +0100
Zen in the Glen a retreat hit
A FABULOUS day was had by all participants at the July bank holiday Wild River Yoga and Nature Retreat set under the ancient ash trees of the Cladagh Glen.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:32:00 +0100
Fermanagh's Laytha perform at Stendhal as festival leads the way back to live music recovery
Fermanagh Indie-Folk duo Laytha performed live at Stendhal as the festival returned to Ballymully Cottage Farm, Limavady over the weekend of July 9-11 for the first time since 2019, watering the first green shoots of recovery for the Northern Irish m...

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Castle Irvine Necarne provides perfect setting as crowds enjoy Country music jamboree
THE grounds of Castle Irvine Necarne in Irvinestown were alive with music as Rocky Top Productions hosted their festival-style event, ‘Jamboree at the Castle’, on July 10 and 11.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Fermanagh walks/hikes: Castle Coole Lake Walk
THIS week’s walk of the week is the Lake Walk at Castle Coole, which is subject to National Trust entrance pricing.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:39:25 +0100
Enniskillen Magistrates Court: Threat to kill charges withdrawn
A CASE in which it was alleged a Lisnaskea man made threats to kill while armed with a machete is no longer proceeding.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Lady of the Lake: Community fun and garden awards round off festival
THIS week, The Impartial Reporter returns to show more sights from the fun-filled Lady of the Lady festival in Irvinestown, which wowed the community on its return this year – in modified form – after being forced to cancel last year because of t...

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:53:05 +0100
Man airlifted to hospital following incident in Derrylin
An Encirc spokesperson has confirmed that the company is working to carry out a "thorough internal investigation" after an incident at the Derrylin plant on Monday morning resulted in a man having to be airlifted to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Bel...

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:44:47 +0100
Fermanagh man James Taggart hands himself into PSNI
A Fermanagh man who was unlawfully at large has handed himself in to the PSNI.

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:08:39 +0100
Fermanagh butcher Stephen’s work during pandemic recognised
A FERMANAGH butcher is one of seven people across Northern Ireland to win Tayto's 'Big Cheese' award for his support for others during the pandemic.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0100
New Director of Operations takes charge at Kathryn Homes
A NEW Director of Operations is to take charge at Kathryn Homes, the company that owns Enniskillen care home Meadow View Senior Living, following a resignation.

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:43:53 +0100
Coronavirus: Two Fermanagh GAA clubs suspend activity due to cases
Two  Fermanagh GAA clubs have suspended club activity due to a Covid cases being detected within their clubs.



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