Impartial Reporter

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:22:00 +0100
A legacy in print and performance: Joan Trimble and The Impartial Reporter
Joan Trimble, a member of the family behind The Impartial Reporter, is remembered as the BBC broadcasts her long-lost 1943 brass band composition ‘Érin go Brágh’ for the first time in decades

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:12:14 +0100
Popular drive thru restaurant in Enniskillen sold at auction
A popular drive thru restaurant has in Enniskillen has been sold at auction.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:55:00 +0100
Livestock grazing can prevent wildfires, says farming lobby group
The Ulster Farmers’ Union says livestock grazing has a critical role in preventing wildfires across Northern Ireland’s countryside and it must be recognised. This approach is already being used in places like Spain and Portugal, where farmers are...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:22:00 +0100
UFU launches educational commitment on Family Farm Day
Yesterday, the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) launched its education commitment to ensure that all pupils in Northern Ireland, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to learn about food production at its second annual NI Farm Family Day ...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:37:00 +0100
Major support for Kesh YFC tractor event
On Monday night, Kesh Young Farmers' Club hosted its highly anticipated annual event, "How Fit Is Your Tractor", attracting a fantastic number of tractors on display, perfect weather, and a strong sense of community spirit.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:30:00 +0100
Plenty of hard work and fun at Annagh Social Farm
THIS week, the team at Annagh Social Farm has been making the most of the sunny weather, with plenty of hard work and progress across the mixed farm.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:19:00 +0100
How hardworking Sonya is blazing a trail for women in farming
For Sonya McAleer, farming has become much more than just a job - it's a way of life that has shaped her into a role model for women in agriculture.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:12:00 +0100
Tractor run fundraiser at St. Kevin's College this May
SAINT Kevin's College in Lisnaskea is set to host a tractor run on Saturday, May 4, organised by the school’s Parent and Teacher Association (PTFA).

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:51:00 +0100
bTB: UFU threatens walkout if wildlife excluded from roadmap
THE Ulster Farmers’ Union says tackling TB in wildlife must be included in Northern Ireland’s TB strategy and the correct decisions need to be made to start the process immediately to have any hope of reducing infection and eradicating the diseas...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:50:00 +0100
Cormac McKervey: Sector can look to the Balmoral show with optimism
The agri-food  sector can look towards the 156th Balmoral Show we a degree of optimism. Seldom have farmers had such a good start to the Spring with near perfect weather for slurry spreading, fertiliser sowing, lambing and calving and planting sprin...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:43:00 +0100
Agricultural Liaison Group urges action amidst policy changes
THE Council's Agricultural Liaison Group has outlined critical concerns regarding recent agricultural policy changes that threaten the viability of family farms in the region.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:38:00 +0100
Tyrone retailers showcase benefits of locally sourced produce
Team members from SPAR Fivemiletown in County Tyrone, recently visited two local schools to exhibit the best of Northern Ireland’s local food producers.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:37:00 +0100
Foodbank manager received £6k pay rise while demand for service increased
THE manager of a local foodbank received a pay rise of almost £6,500 while claiming that the service was struggling to cope.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:03:00 +0100
Farmer rejects cruelty claim after DAERA investigate dead cattle
A FARMER has rejected concerns of neglect after a number of dead cattle were found in his fields while he was away in America.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Illegal dumping of animal carcasses causing concern among locals
Three animal carcasses have been illegally dumped in South Tyrone in the past few weeks, causing concern among local people about the environmental risks.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:16:00 +0100
Kickin’ it for a cause: football shirts raise £6,000 for SWAH
The auction hosted by at Charlie’s Bar on May 3 last year, along with the raised over £6,000 for five new bed chairs at the SWAH.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:25:00 +0100
Police persuade man holding knife to throat to disarm himself
However there was something of a stand-off while police engaged with John Paul Morrow (32) from Derry Road, Coalisland it became clear he was suffering a serious mental health episode.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:29:00 +0100
In Fine Tune: School choirs compete at Fermanagh Feis
The Classical and Contemporary section of Fermanagh Feis 2025 opened with all the drama you might expect when seven choirs from the local area attended Devenish College on 19th March.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:40:00 +0100
All you need to know ahead of The Impartial Reporter's 200th anniversary Gala Ball
The Impartial Reporter 200th Anniversary Gala Ball charity partner is the Aisling Centre in Enniskillen.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:35:00 +0100
200 years combined: one unforgettable birthday celebration in Fermanagh
Maureen McCarron and Vonnie Elliott, both born in 1925 celebrate their 100th Birthday in the Killyhevlin Hotel in March.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0100
Mourning and Memory: Pope Francis Commemorated at Easter Monday Service
St. Michael’s church honoured the passing of Pope Francis’s with a moment of prayer for the 88-year-old during the 10am service on Monday (April, 21).

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
New award at Feis honours late Lena Corrigan
The late Mrs Lena Corrigan has been involved with Fermanagh Feis for as long as anyone can remember. As President, she oversaw many incarnations of the Committee and countless competitions. A lady of great faith, Lena was always most encouraging, pos...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Sinn Féin holds Easter commemoration in Lisnaskea
Sinn Féin held their main Fermanagh Easter Commemoration in Lisnaskea on Easter Sunday, figures remembering republicans of the past and calling for a renewed focus on Irish unity and international justice.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Father who raised concerns about David Baxter 15 years ago speaks out
A father has come forward to make a fresh allegation against David Baxter — the former teacher who received a custodial sentence yesterday (Wednesday) for sexually assaulting a pupil — claiming he raised serious concerns about his behaviour fifte...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Former pupil calls for removal of school's child protection officer
A former pupil at Erne Integrated College has called for the immediate removal of its one of its child protection officers, Fiona Brown, alleging that she failed to properly support vulnerable children and mishandled a serious bullying case involving...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:46:00 +0100
‘A Little Miracle’: Denise's hidden struggle behind the glamorous smile
Fashion and beauty influencer Denise Curran’s social media pages portray a glamorous account of her life but, unbeknown to her 45,000 followers, the Dungannon woman experienced a traumatic time during her second pregnancy as doctors said her baby m...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Sheamus Greene: Councillors showed ambition with Forum project
Clueless and Closed-Minded was the headline from last week’s opinion piece by Reggie Ferguson in relation to the Council and the Councillors elected by the people of Fermanagh and Omagh. Is it true? Is this an accurate reflection of Fermanagh and O...

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
PSNI failed to adhere to their own guidelines in Katie Simpson murder case
When some investigation errors were partially disclosed by the Ombudsman last November, the PSNI swiftly reverted to the all-too common phrase , “lessons have been learned.”

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:31:37 +0100
David Baxter walks from court after being granted bail
A TEACHER who was convicted of sexually assaulting a pupil has walked from court after being granted bail.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:53:50 +0100
Man facing motoring and assault charges from Stewartstown incident
MULTIPLE charges from an alleged incident last month have been put to a fifty-seven-year-old man who appeared before Dungannon Magistrates Court.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:50:00 +0100
Man accused of having knife near Tesco has charge dismissed
A NUMBER of charges which are alleged to have occurred in the carpark of Tesco, Dungannon have been dismissed after the complainant failed to appear in court for a contested hearing.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:41:34 +0100
Ballygawley man admits multiple domestic abuse charges
Reports ordered after multiple charges admitted

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:35:42 +0100
Pair charged with assaults after public order incident in Moy
TWO men have appeared in court in relation to an alleged public order incident in Moy earlier this year.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:32:30 +0100
Woman facing child cruelty charge changes plea
A WOMAN who previously denied child cruelty charges relating to an incident last year, has changed her plea; however, the co-accused is maintaining his innocence.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:28:49 +0100
Motoring and perverting course of justice charges withdrawn
MULTIPLE charges relating to an alleged hit-and-run last month have been withdrawn to go by way of report to the Public Prosecution Service.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:24:14 +0100
Tyrone man denies strangling and assaulting a woman
A 48 year old man is to contest a number of charges relating to an incident in which a woman was allegedly choked and threatened.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:20:22 +0100
Cocaine and cannabis possession charges admitted
PRE-SENTENCE reports are to be prepared after a twenty-two-year-old man admitted a number of drugs charges.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:56:47 +0100
Former teacher convicted of sexually assaulting pupil to appeal sentence
David Baxter was sentenced to four and half months imprisonment at a hearing at Enniskillen Magistrate's Court today.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Fr. Brian D'Arcy reflects on the life and legacy of Pope Francis
Fr Brian D'Arcy paid tribute to the late Pope Francis, highlighting his work, lasting legacy, and a profound impact he had on people around the world.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:54:55 +0100
Former teacher sentenced to jail for sexual assault of student
Former teacher David Baxter has been sentenced to prison for the sexual assault of a former pupil.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:08:45 +0100
Opening of republican memorabilia shop condemned as a 'shrine to terrorism'
The opening of a shop selling Republican memorabilia in Dungannon has been condemned as "deeply provocative."

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100
Tyrone districts to host special event in honour of 80th anniversary of VE Day
Two Orange districts will host a special event in County Tyrone to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:38:15 +0100
Memorial walk will honour Jonny Gibson's love for dogs
A MEMORIAL walk will honour the late Jonny Gibson's great love for dogs. 

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:07:49 +0100
Paddy Treacy makes history as Fermanagh's first Glór Tíre winner
PADDY Treacy has made history by winning this year’s Glór Tíre competition, marking a monumental achievement as the first from Fermanagh to take the top spot. 

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 14:09:00 +0100
'Necessary': Councillors give opinions on £60,000 laptop spend
FERMANAGH and Omagh District Council is planning to spend £60,000 on new laptops for councillors.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:04:46 +0100
'Worried sick': Owner's urgent appeal for missing pet
A DISTRAUGHT owner has issued an urgent appeal for information after their dog went missing yesterday (Monday).

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:37:28 +0100
Pair deny stealing items worth over £500 in shoplifting spree
TWO women have appeared in court in relation to an alleged shoplifting spree in Dungannon dating back over two years.

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:20:27 +0100
Popular cafe set to close due to 'ever increasing costs'
A POPULAR restaurant in Ballyshannon is to close its doors due to "ever increasing costs".

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 11:01:09 +0100
Community in mourning following death of John Neill
THE community of Enniskillen is in mourning following the passing of John Neill from Rossorry Church Road.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:24:00 +0100
Enniskillen Business Partnership criticise plans retail park plans
The Enniskillen Business Partnership has lodged an objection to a new planning application that could see a Lidl supermarket replace leisure facilities at the Lakeland Retail and Leisure Park on the edge of the town.

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