Shane Dillon

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Deputy Editor at The Impartial Reporter

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Articles

A last look at The Impartial Reporter's gala 200th celebration

1 week ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

7 1/1 Here are some more photos from last week's celebrations at the Killyhevlin Hotel, where The Impartial Reporter, and guests, marked the paper's 200th birthday, its rich legacy, and looked to the future.
Have your say on the proposed Sligo Leitrim and Northern Counties Greenway

1 week ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

The deadline extension follows a number of in-person events held at Sligo, Dromahair and Belcoo recently. The proposed 75km greenway will run from Enniskillen to Sligo town via Leitrim and Cavan, passing through Letterbreen, Belcoo, Glenfarne, Manorhamilton, Dromahair, Ballintogher, Ballygawley and Collooney and onwards to Ballysadare and Sligo.
Some of The Impartial's best photos down the years

2 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

8 1/1 Through the best of times and the worst of times, at moments of celebration or sorrow, The Impartial Reporter has been there to help share and show what's happening across the community. From sad farewells to much-loved figures, to warm greetings for visiting leaders, and to showing and celebrating all aspects of local life, The Impartial has been on hand to show readers what's been going on in the community.
The Impartial Reporter team in 2025

2 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

4 1/1 Many people have worked at The Impartial Reporter down the years. With the paper now marking its 200th anniversary, here's a look at the paper's staff who are continuing the proud heritage of their predecessors.
The Bigger Picture with John McVitty

2 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

Cecil and Noel Wilson, Garvary, took a moment out from planting spuds with a vintage seed drill and Fordson tractor to pose for a quick photo for John McVitty. (Image: John McVitty.) Cecil and Noel Wilson, Garvary, took a moment out from planting spuds with a vintage seed drill and Fordson tractor to pose for a quick photo for John McVitty.
£1,550 presented to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland in memory of Valerie Joyce Wilson

2 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

Members of the Wilson family presenting £1,550 to AANI volunteers Myrtle and George Irvine, in memory of their sister, Valerie Joyce Wilson. The Wilson family recently presented a cheque for £1,550 to Air Ambulance Northern Ireland (AANI), in lieu of flowers in memory of their sister, Valerie Joyce Wilson, who died suddenly in January.
Community Commemorative service unites four Enniskillen churches for 80 VE Day

3 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Jasmin Walls |Shane Dillon

Thursday evening's (May 8) centrepiece was a Community Commemorative Service hosted by the Inniskillings Museum, which brought together four churches on the island of Enniskillen in a profound celebration of peace. The service began at St. Macartin’s Cathedral, where readings were delivered by the Under Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Fleur Anderson MP and the Chairman of Fermanagh and Omagh District Council Councillor John McClaughry.
Fun for all in the sun as busy Willowbridge celebrates sports day

3 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

Held last Thursday, May 8, the day saw the Willowbridge community gather for a day of fun in the fresh air, with the children and adults alike having a great day together. The spell of great weather held for the day, with plenty of sunshine, mixed with laughter and shouts of encouragement, adding to the day’s upbeat, inclusive atmosphere at the highly-regarded school.
Healthcare Hero: Happiest seeing patients and their families on the road to recovery

3 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

Lee finds his work most rewarding in being able to support patients and their families, and speaks of how satisfying it is to be able to meet their needs in ensuing a safe discharge as part of their recovery process. What motivated you to pursue a career at the South West Acute Hospital (SWAH)? I have always wanted to pursue a career in Health and Social Care, which involves improving the health and wellbeing of others.
A great view of a busy working moment in farm life

3 weeks ago | impartialreporter.com | Shane Dillon

Barry Read, Read Agri, ploughing with a New Holland T7 270 and a five-furrow reversible Kverneland plough. Photo by John McVitty. In this week's great farming photo by John McVitty, here's a great shot of Barry Read, Read Agri, ploughing with a New Holland T7 270 and a five-furrow reversible Kverneland plough.