International Green Flags for three Clare sites
*Photograph by Eamon Ward Three Clare locations have been awarded International Green Flags.
Another amalgamation mooted for Clare Garda Division
*Gardaí in West Clare. Photograph: Martin Connolly Clare’s Garda Division faces a potential amalgamation as part of major alterations within An Garda Síochána in Ireland.
Kilrush aspires to be Ireland’s most sustainable town by 2025
Becoming Ireland’s most sustainable town is the future aspiration for Kilrush following the publication of a recent plan which spans over 117 pages.
Ennis Duo Drop Debut Single ‘Thrill’.
Ennis duo Niall Mac Carthy and Senan Crotty have released their new debut single entitled ‘Thrill’. St. Flannan’s College set the stage where the pair could explore their musical interests inside the classroom and out. “We have plenty of fond memories blasting out some tunes from Senan’s garage although maybe not so fond for the …
Kilrush RNLI assists in rescue of two people from camper-van roof
*Photograph: RNLI/Andrew Walker Kilrush RNLI were launched early on Wednesday morning to reports of a partially submerged camper-van which had two occupants on board where they were assisted by the Ballybunion unit of the Irish Coast Guard and the Shannon based search and rescue helicopter.
Hereford heifer the top prize in Clare raffle
For what is believed to be the first time it has happened in Clare, a heifer will be up for grabs in a raffle as four young men from the county raise funds for Temple Street Children’s Hospital by running the New York City Marathon.
The Outing swaps Lisdoonvarna for Dromoland
*Carmel Balala, Paul Ryder & Eddie McGuinness. After spending the past six years in Lisdoovarna, The Outing Festival has a new venue for it’s seventh setting as it moves to the grounds of Dromoland Castle and plans to take The Inn at Dromoland by storm at the end of September.
Carey calls on Government & Shannon Airport to stand up to DAA
*Joe Carey outside Shannon Airport. Photograph: Chris Copley A Clare TD in the Fine Gael led Government has challenged management of Shannon Airport to stand up to the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA).
VIDEO: Ring of Clare draws 2,500 cyclists
*Photograph: Cathal Noonan 2,500 cyclists were treated to scenic views of the county as they took part in the Ring of Clare on Saturday.
Judging underway in Bunratty & Ennis
Nerves are kicking in for the communities of Bunratty and Ennis with adjudicating underway today (Tuesday) for the 2019 IPB Pride of Place competition.