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Keith McNair labels judge's 'victim-blaming' comment as 'counterproductive'
The Director of UISCE which is based in the Clinton Centre, Enniskillen who was accused of “victim-blaming” in court has called the judge’s comments “counter-productive”. Keith McNair gave evidence for a defendant during a bail hearing at Enniskillen
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Revealed: Migrant staff punched, spat on and called racial slurs at SWAH
HEALTHCARE staff were punched, spat on and called racist slurs during multiple incidents of racial abuse at South West Acute Hospital (SWAH), The Impartial Reporter can reveal. According to information obtained via Freedom of Information (FOI),
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New Country song shows appreciation for hard-working farmers
A NEW Country song celebrating hard-working farmers everywhere is proving a hit in Co. Fermanagh. 'God Bless The Farmers', by Donegal Country singer David James, has amassed hundreds of thousands of plays since being released at the start of this
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Enniskillen Magistrates Court: Domestic abuse to drunk driving cases to be heard
Woman to contest domestic abuse charges Charges against a Brookeborough woman which are aggravated by a domestic abuse element are to be contested. Courtney Leonard (21) from Monmurry Road is accused of assaulting a male and damaging his car
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Eddie Brogan reflects on his family's service in the Second World War
DURING Remembrance week, Enniskillen man Eddie Brogan takes time to remember the service and sacrifices of his family members who fought in the Second World War. Over the years, Eddie has often thought about the men and women in his family who
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'Young people may not see a future in farming'
LABOUR'S Budget is having an impact on the mental health of young farmers and the long-term viability of agriculture in the region, according to an MLA. In a recent exchange at the Northern Ireland Assembly, UUP MLA Robbie Butler raised urgent
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Inquest into death of student to take place over two days
AN inquest into the death of Garrison teenager Neil Graham will take place over the course of two days next week. Mr. Graham, a 17-year-old engineering student from the Glennasheevar Road, was fatally crushed by a tractor he was working on, on
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Remembrance services take place on bright Autumnal morning
Fivemiletown Royal British Legion hosted its Annual Remembrance Parade on what was a glorious Sunday afternoon. The parade itself consisted of more than 60 veterans and a large contingent of Church Lads, GFS, and Cadets taking part. The members
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Police confirm identity of motorcycle crash victim
A 42-YEAR-OLD who died in a two-vehicle road traffic collision has been named as Yevhenii Ivanenko. Mr Ivanenko, who was the rider of a Honda CBF 600 motorcycle, sadly passed away at the scene of the collision on the Derrylin Road shortly after
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Rows of tractors stand silent in honour of Mark
The sun cast a gentle light on rows of tractors, standing solemnly, side by side in Newtownbutler at the funeral of a man who was taken too soon - Mark Johnston, the heartbeat of his family. His final journey home was not taken alone; it was accompanied
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Human milk bank in Enniskillen appeals for more donor mums to come forward
A human milk bank in Enniskillen is appealing for more donor mums to come forward. The Western Trust’s Human Milk Bank service, based at the South West Acute Hospital, supports neonatal units in hospitals across Ireland. Susan Rogers, lead
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A farm succession workshop is coming to Enniskillen
RURAL Support is hosting a key roadshow in Enniskillen on December 5, as part of its Farming for the Generations pilot scheme. The event is one of six in-person workshops taking place across the region, alongside two online sessions, to support
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Henry Ellis reflects on changes in dairy farming during 'Plough On' visit
MEMBERS of the Ederney-based 'Plough On' group recently visited Grove Dairy Farm Fresh Milk in Castlederg, where they were given an in-depth tour of the family-run dairy operation. Established in 1978 by Jack and Hazel Mitchell, the farm has grown
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Celebrations as SWELL awarded King's volunteering award
CELEBRATIONS are in order for cancer support charity SWELL which has just been awarded the King's Award for Voluntary Service. The news of the coveted award, which celebrates the outstanding work of local volunteer groups across the UK, was revealed
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South Tyrone UFU reflects on a busy year
The South Tyrone Agricultural Group has had an eventful year, with a series of successful events, competitions, and community initiatives. In April, the group took part in a joint visit with the East Tyrone Group to Fleming Agri Products in Newbuildings
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Paul Breen: Democrats’ misjudge the mood and open door for Trumpism
Donald Trump won the recent US presidential election with remarkable ease in the end. A few months back it seemed that Kamala Harris was riding the crest of a wave, but perhaps that was just in the eyes of the media liberal bubble. Her campaign
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Mark left a 'lasting legacy and treasured memories in his wake'
They took Mark Lyons (41) for his last trip to Pairc na hEirne under an icy November moon on Sunday evening shortly after 8 pm in a week when the tight-knit community of Belleek has experienced great joy and sorrow. A cavalcade of cars drove behind
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Erne Head of the River Regatta expecting big numbers
The Erne Head of the River Regatta is set to break records this year, with the highest number of competitors ever recorded. Rowers from across Ireland will converge on the 6-kilometer course along the Erne River, promising a thrilling day of racing
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Late Elizabeth Johnston (101) was a caring wife and mother
AN Irvinestown woman who passed away at 101 has been remembered as a “loving and caring mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and mother-in-law”. Frances Elizabeth Johnston (née Lloyd) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at her
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Customer's ultimatum after delays: 'Van tomorrow or refund now'
Michael Law, who paid upfront for the caravan, demanded a definitive resolution from Adrian Carron after a month of unfulfilled promises, escalating his dissatisfaction with the ultimatum: “Van tomorrow or refund now—that’s your options.” The dispute
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Bernadette McAliskey: Winter's bleak prospects call for hope and unity
What a start to the dark days of winter. The budget gave people in Northern Ireland little to be cheerful about. The British Labour Party in power has reinforced its position that, while under Kier Starmer and Hilary Benn’s watch it is at heart
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Money back when I sell: Braeside Director responds to allegations in £23K dispute
Adrian Carron, Director of Braeside Car Sales, has said Sophie Davidson and Michael Law will get their money back, when he sells the caravan at the heart of the whole issue. Mr. Carron was just leaving his yard on the outskirts of Lisnaskea on
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Big personalities in a small school, welcome to St. John the Baptist P.S.
St. John the Baptist Primary School, Roscor might be one of the smallest schools in Fermanagh but its pupils are all big personalities. With only 15 pupils there is a caring and supportive nature among them all but there is also plenty of fun and
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Love, Loss, and Legacy: The story of Ivan Kee, the iconic entrepreneur
In Enniskillen, love and loss weave through the life of Ivan Kee, a man of warmth and resilience, whose story is as bound to the landscape as the waters of Lough Erne. Marking his 80th birthday last week, Ivan’s journey is a tapestry of family,
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UFU President outlines plans over farm tax changes
The Fermanagh County Committee of the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) held their annual dinner last Friday evening, November 8, in the Killyhevlin Hotel, Enniskillen. Guests included the President of the UFU, William Irvine, and his wife, Ruth.
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APR will be based on the number of people operating a farm business
The changes in the recent budget over Agricultural Property Relief and Inheritance Tax has given concern to many farming families. Now, accountant Seamus McCaffrey has confirmed that from April, 2026, the 100 per cent Agricultural Property Relief
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Krone flagship grass harvesters stocked by local dealers
When you think of big, powerful companies at national and international levels, you think of PLCs which need to satisfy a Board of Directors. In the agricultural industry, however, there are many family businesses leading the market in their disciplines
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Focus on hedgerows at last cross-Border creative farm walks
A unique cross-Border partnership involving farmers and those wanting to protect the environment, has completed a programme of six creative farm walks. Leitrim County Council and The Dock have been working with artists and farmers to host six creative
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She Means Business: Breaking barriers and building empires
For nearly three decades, Mairead Mackle, founder and CEO of Tarasis Enterprises, has built an empire from the ground up, evolving from a kitchen-table start-up in 1995 into a multifaceted business with 1,200 employees across Ireland. Today, Ms
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The Bigger Picture in Farming ... with John McVitty.
Noel Wilson, ploughing with a Ford 7740 near Feddans, Garvary.
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Crisis meeting held over 'outrageous' government policies
Northern Ireland's farming sector is at risk from government policies, warns the Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU). The meeting, held with Northern Ireland's leading food businesses and organisations, was called to address the threats facing farming
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Couple’s dream caravan purchase ends in fight for life savings
Exclusive records obtained by The Impartial Reporter – including text messages, videos, emails, letters, and court judgments – reveal how a Scottish couple, hoping to secure their dream caravan from a Fermanagh car dealer, instead lost their life savings
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Enniskillen candlelit vigil to mark two years without emergency surgery
A message to show hard-working SWAH staff that they have someone in their corner will be displayed in Enniskillen on Thursday, November 13 by way of a candlelit vigil. Save Our Acute Service (SOAS) will be staging the event – called Shine A Light
