Clare councillor disputes response on operation of ECT services in Mid-West
A North Clare elected representative has disputed comments from Mid West Community Healthcare regarding the operation of ECT services in the Mid-West.
Day: 22 March 2021
EOIN NEYLON: Media have perpetuated sense of helplessness during COVID-19
*Media attending a press briefing by the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET). “The news media are, for the most part, the bringers of bad news, and it’s not entirely the media’s fault. Bad news gets higher ratings and sells more papers than good news.” – Peter McWilliams.
East Clare projects feature in plans for €76m Shannon Tourism Master Plan
*Mountshannon Harbour. Photograph: John Mangan Clare could be set to receive millions of euros worth of funding under the Shannon Tourism Master Plan.
Cotter’s time at Ipswich Town comes to a close
Barry Cotter’s departure from Ipswich Town has been confirmed by the club.
Clare’s 14 day incidence rate of COVID-19 among lowest in Ireland
*Photograph: John Mangan Clare’s 14 day incidence rate of COVID-19 remains among the lowest in Ireland with less than five new cases of the virus diagnosed in the past 24 hours.
Howard urges Minister Ryan to hold off on plans to ban burning of turf & peat
A ban on the burning of turf and peat should be reconsidered in light of the continued lockdown, Clare’s first citizen has said.
Development of forest area at Slí na Mara boreen will be pursued
*Sli na Mara Boreen. Photograph: Joe Buckley Development of the forest area behind Slí na Mara boreen in Shannon is to be considered.
Loughnane warns that Clare GAA is ‘in disarray’ as he urges public to back Club Clare
*Ger Loughnane. Photograph: Joe Buckley Two-time All-Ireland winning hurling manager, Ger Loughnane has declared that Clare GAA is “in disarray”.
German MP dies in Limerick after plane makes diversion to Shannon Airport
A prominent German politician has died in Limerick after falling ill on a flight which diverted to Shannon Airport.
Cost being put ahead of individual needs in awarding of rural transport contracts – McNamara
*Photograph: Martin Connolly Accessibility must be given greater priority in the awarding of contracts for rural transport services.