Walsh leads home charge as Lahinch hosts inaugural Women’s South championships
ENNIS’ Aideen Walsh will lead the home charge as the first South of Ireland Women’s Amateur Open Championship tees up this weekend.
History beckons for first Women’s South of Ireland in Lahinch
*Libby Fleming. THIS Saturday sixty golfers will make history at Lahinch when the first ever Women’s South of Ireland takes place on the County Clare links.
Young Cooraclare owner prevails in race named after Galway boxer Molloy
LISSATOUK PEARL owned by Cooraclare’s Seamus McMahon won the A5 graded contest in honour of Galway boxer Kieran Molloy.
Con & Annie Kirby memorial kicks off
LARGE attendances have been in Limerick as the race to win the Con and Annie Kirby Memorial kicked off in earnest.
Bunratty Castle Hotel to reopen following extensive renovation
After an extensive refurbishment and months of anticipation, the newly restored Bunratty Castle Hotel is proud to announce it will reopen on 8th May 2026, welcoming guests back to experience a refreshed blend of comfort, style, and local hospitality.
Ennis school children breaking the cycle
*Photograph: Chris Copley A GROUP of Ennis children are breaking the cycle of school traffic congestion, by swapping the car run for their bicycles each morning.
Legacy of Clare hurling fanatic Pa Howard will live on in Tubber & further afield
*Pa Howard. A LINK to old Ireland may have been extinguished this week with the death of Pa Howard but his legacy will live on through his work, friends and collection of history.
Cratloe family help starving stray lurcher birth six pups
A FEMALE lurcher rescued in Cratloe earlier this year is now thriving in her forever home after local residents, Clare Animal Welfare and Clare Dog Shelter worked together to ensure the pregnant dog could safely deliver six healthy pups.
Clare ferry company to expand fleet
Doolin Ferry, known for its award-winning Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher tours, is adding a second purpose-built passenger ship to its fleet later this year. The new ship, built to carry 300 passengers, mirrors the design of the flagship Cliffs of Moher Express. Passengers will enjoy spacious outdoor decks with panoramic views, plush leather …
Semi-final double win for Liscannor’s McDonagh
LISCANNOR’S Declan McDonagh claimed a semi-final double win in Galway.