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Plans lodged for hotel at former college site
Plans have been lodged to develop a hotel, offices and a retail unit at the site of the former South West College. The plans were submitted by the Byrne family of Modern Tyres who purchased the site last year and outlined their plans to refurbish
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Local school's eco-efforts get the 'green flag'
THE Eco-Schools programme, a renowned global initiative led by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) that aims to create environmental awareness and action, celebrated its 30th anniversary in Northern Ireland. A two-day event at Stranmillis
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Finance Minister urged to do more to protect rural banks
Finance Minister Caoimhe Archibald has been asked to lobby banks to stay in rural areas, such as Fermanagh. In a Stormont question, Democratic Unionist MLA Deborah Erskine asked Dr. Archibald to outline the outcome of a meeting with local banks
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New funding streams will benefit local dentists, Health Minister claims
Health Minister Mike Nesbitt has said dental practices in Fermanagh and South Tyrone will benefit from a range of new funding streams. DUP MLA Deborah Erskine asked the minister to detail how he was improving access to NHS dentists in the area
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SWAH campaign was backed by all election candidates
CAMPAIGN group, Save Our Acute Services (SOAS), has welcomed the support received from all six local parliamentary candidates during the recent general election. The candidates who stood in Fermanagh and South Tyrone backed calls for restoration
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First JustUs sports day a success
The JustUs group for adults with disabilities organised their first sports day last month and the event was a major success, according to Shelley Cowan, a committee member for the group. The first ever JustUs sports day took place on Sunday, June
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Rory Gallagher linked with Derry return after Harte's departure
Rory Gallagher has been linked with a return to Derry following Mickey Harte’s departure as manager at the start of the week. Gallagher has been out of county action after stepping down as Derry manager following domestic abuse allegations made
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Relocation of Irish school is 'progressing', says Education Minister
Education Minister, Paul Givan, has confirmed that the relocation of Bunscoil an Traonaigh is progressing as a Minor Works scheme. According to the Department, a minor work is a capital project that costs less than £500,000, and is prioritised
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Bunscoil An Traonaigh’s former student becomes new principal
A former student of Bunscoil An Traonaigh in Lisnaskea is set to return to its corridors in September as the principal. Ms. Caoimhe Green (25) is set to become one of Northern Ireland’s youngest principals when she returns to the Gaelscoil.
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Former First Minister brands Pat Cullen 'a Sinn Féin stooge in Belfast'
FORMER NI First Minister, Arlene Foster has launched a scathing attack on newly-elected MP, Pat Cullen, whom she claims "wouldn’t be able to point out the difference between Knockmanoul and Aghadrumsee." READ MORE: Arlene Foster: So, what next
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ERBC looking forward to Irish Championships in Cork this weekend
The National Rowing Centre, in Cork, will host the Irish Rowing Championships this weekend with 19 crews from Enniskillen Royal Boat Club making the long trip. Friday will see the beginning of the club’s competition with the Men’s Junior 18 Pair
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Drunk and death driving accused has bail varied to attend rehab
A WOMAN who is accused of causing the death of an expectant mother in Belleek has had bail varied to attend an "addiction centre". The case of Emma Josephine Feely (34) of Blackrock Park, Belleek, was discussed at Enniskillen Magistrate's Court
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Priest faces new abuse charges
The trial of a well-known priest accused of historic sexual abuse charges against two males, some of which allegedly date back over 40 years has been delayed after it emerged further charges are pending. Canon Patrick McEntee (70) from Esker Road
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Dreams polled apart: Candidates reflect on ill-fated election
IN the race to be Fermanagh and South Tyrone's next MP, there was only one winner, and five candidates were forced to admit defeat. Arguably, the biggest loser in the contest was the UUP's Diana Armstrong, who despite polling an impressive 20,273
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Victims and survivors pin hopes on Labour's promise to repeal Legacy Act
Victims and survivors of The Troubles are now hoping that Sir Keir Starmer and the new Secretary of States for Northern Ireland, Hilary Benn, will uphold their manifesto pledge to scrap the controversial Legacy Act introduced under the Conservative
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Dr. Grace's vision transforms medical training at SWAH
South West Acute Hospital is at the forefront of medical innovation and teaching thanks to new Smart Glasses developed by one of its doctors. The Smart Glasses are understood to be a European first and give medical students a bird's eye view of
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Residents ask that bypass bridge is 'beautified'
Enniskillen residents have called on Fermanagh and Omagh District Council to request that the Department for Infrastructure and its Minister John O’Dowd review the design of the proposed bridge for the A4 Southern Bypass. The letter sent to Fermanagh
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Orange Order members from around the world come together in Enniskillen
Words to follow.
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Up close with Rachel O’Connor
This is the remarkable story of a Belleek actress who came back from Stage 4 cancer to win an All-Ireland Acting title in stunning fashion in Athlone in May. Rachel O’Connor, from Belleek, is one of Fermanagh and indeed the country’s finest amateur
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Laurence Speight: Fish don't vote, and factors that may affect political outcomes
In the UK general election – along with the other 92 general, presidential and mayoral elections that will be conducted worldwide this year – the call made by the competing parties and independent candidates was that to vote for them is to vote for
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Large crowd attends this year's Twelfth events in Rossnowlagh
Around 50 lodges from right across the Border counties and Northern Ireland were on parade on Saturday afternoon as they attended the annual County Donegal Twelfth demonstration in the seaside village of Rossnowlagh. Musicians, brethren, sisters
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Money matters: Five cheap and cheerful ways to make the most of the school holidays
The school holidays are understandably on many people’s minds right now, and with them comes the same yearly question: how am I going to keep the children entertained without it costing the earth? Don’t fear – here are five helpful tips from Christians
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McGourty glad to have clear focus on Treaty test
It will be something of Groundhog Day this Sunday when Fermanagh and Limerick meet in the semi-final of the All-Ireland Junior Championship. It is a repeat of the 2023 edition and takes place in Glennon Brothers Pearse Park in Longford again.
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Above Lough Erne
This striking drone shot shows a view of Kinmore, Lisnaskea with a view out to Upper Lough Erne. Photo by Donnie Phair.
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Celebrating higher education graduations at CAFRE
Students from across the three CAFRE campuses have celebrated higher education graduations at a ceremony at Greenmount Campus, Antrim. The event brought together degree students from Enniskillen, Greenmount and Loughry, to celebrate the achievements
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‘The Orange Order brings a sense of identity and place’
CONTINUING our series on the Orange Order and its members, this week we talk to another member, Eric Brown, a member of Fawney Heroes LOL 329 since 1987. He has been a Worshipful Master, Deputy Worshipful Master and Chaplain, and has been a member
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Paul Breen: More to life and culture than waving Union flags at people
John Hume often famously said that “you can’t eat a flag”. Many years later, his son of the same name explained what his father meant by that. And it was simply that: “Real politics is about living standards, about social and economic development
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Bernadette McAliskey: Not easy fighting elections – or losing them for that matter
Well, that’s that done and dusted for another five years! Full marks to all voters in Fermanagh/South Tyrone who voted! The constituency registered 66 per cent of its electorate voting on the day (65.97 per cent, to be exact) which was more than
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Arlene Foster: So, what next for our area now represented by a Sinn Féin ‘blow-in’?
The great Star Wars actor, Mark Hamill, once said: “Everything has changed. Nothing has changed.” That is as good a phrase as any to sum up the general election’s results last week. Yes, sure we have a new government elected – with a stonking
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Native and traditional breeds making a comeback to shows
There is a return to native cattle and sheep breeds at agricultural shows but for the many breeders and exhibitors involved at Omagh Show, there were classes for the conventional breeds of cattle but also for Dexter and Galloway. In the native
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Kate Nicholl: Electorate's views bordered on apathy and anger alike
One of my favourite election stories was from Alex Kane, the former UUP strategist, who a few years ago regaled a canvassing tale from many years ago. Alex was knocking on doors in a street that had been canvassed by Alliance a few hours earlier
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Fr. Brian D'Arcy: Celebrating Special Olympics and its remarkable founder
The Impartial Reporter’s recent Community Awards night was a success on many levels. It showcased individuals and groups dedicated to helping the most needy achieve their full potential. The Olympic Games in Paris will dominate world news in
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Healthcare Heroes: Proud to meet the needs of service users and their families
CONTINUING our series focusing on healthcare heroes, we speak to Claire McKeown, Day Care Worker, Adult Learning Disability Services, Killadeas, Enniskillen. Here, Claire talks about how much helping her service users means to her, reflects on
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Mother calls for greater mental health support services for children
A Fermanagh mother has spoken out about her fear that her son may die if he does not get adequate mental health support. She has called for greater interventions for children’s mental health and more support for children and young people facing
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My Fermanagh: Sharing the beauty of this place
THIS week, Fermanagh photographer Stephanie Wiggins presents ‘Summertime at Crom’. Discussing this shot, Stephanie says: “Crom Estate has, and always will be, my happy place in Fermanagh because it hosts my three favourite things – woodlands, wildlife
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From Farm to Table: The Croft’s fresh finds and jam-packed success story
The Croft Farm Shop opened in 2021 and has become a thriving hub of great produce from Fermanagh and further afield. The Farm Shop is operated by husband and wife team, Mark and Jayne Paget and has grown from their multi-award winning jam business,
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New film production company launched ahead of Kneecap premiere
As Kneecap is set to premiere next month, the Enniskillen-born producer of the film has announced plans to expand his work in the media industry. Award-winning journalist and filmmaker Trevor Birney has expanded his production empire and will now
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Declarations at dawn as Sinn Féin surge in Fermanagh South Tyrone
Daylight was breaking through the doors of Magherafelt's Meadowbank Sports Arena as a new Member of Parliament was declared for Fermanagh South Tyrone. History was changing in what was once the UK’s most marginal seat, won by 57 votes in 2019,
