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Ennis-based firm Repucon strike deal with Munster Rugby

Munster Rugby has announced the appointment of Repucon Consulting as its official Economic Research Advisor partner. The partnership will see the Ennis based firm work closely with Munster Rugby to measure the socio-economic and tourism benefits generated by major games and concerts at Thomond Park Stadium and Virgin Media Park. The collaboration will involve comprehensive …

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Clare musician finalist of Seán Ó Riada Bonn Óir competition

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Harpist Lily Ní Chonchubhair is a multi instrumentalist from Ballygriffey Co.Clare and be competed with five other harpists on Friday night to win the Seán Ó Riada Bonn Óir. She comes from a rich musical family steeped in tradition and plays regularly with her mother Frances Custy, founder of Custy's music shop, and sisters Eve …

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Treacy’s Oakwood Hotel is set for an expansion

By The Clare Echo

By Mike Fitzgerald Capacity at the Treacy’s Oakwood Hotel in Shannon is set for a significant increase, following the approval of conditional planning permission. The seven conditions are yet to be published at the time of writing. Shannon Estuary Hotel Limited is seeking to expand the hotel’s second floor by adding 29 bedrooms, along …

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IFI secures conviction for environmental damage to important river tributary

By The Clare Echo

Inland Fisheries Ireland(IFI) has secured a conviction against a gravel supply company for damaging an important river tributary in Co. Clare. Jim Bolton Sand and Gravel Ltd undertook works on a tributary of the Owenogarney River, which enters the Shannon at Bunratty. The stream was cleared, spawning gravels were removed, and a 65m length of culvert pipe …

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6,500 still without water in Clare

By The Clare Echo

* There is an alternative water supply located at Ennistymon Square along with three other locations in Clare Uisce Éireann crews are working to restore normal water supply to customers across North and West County Clare, with about 6,500 homes still without water following widespread service disruptions caused by Storm Éowyn.  Uisce Éireann repair crews …

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Ennis RFC U13s defeat Shannon

By The Clare Echo

By Dearbhla Parry U13 Boys North Munster League: Shannon RFC 12 – 31 Ennis RFC Ennis’ U13 boys took part in the North Munster League, securing a 12 – 31 victory against Shannon on Sunday. Only ten minutes into the game, Ennis’ Darragh Fitzgerald scored the team’s first try. Shortly after, Liam McMahon added another …

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Mick Guinee to step down as CEO of Ei Electronics

By The Clare Echo

Ei Electronics, Shannon, one of Ireland’s most successful indigenous companies, today announced that Mick Guinee, Founder and long-serving CEO will step down as Chief Executive Officer, effective 31st March 2025. While stepping down as CEO, Mick is not stepping away from the business—he remains as Chairman of the Board and will be actively involved in …

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Kilkenny land winning scores in injury time

By The Clare Echo

*Photo by Gerard O’Neill While all Clare followers will be disappointed with the result of this division 1 A Allianz hurling league game at Cusack Park this Sunday afternoon, the majority in the attendance of over 5.500 left the Clare venue happy with the display they had just witnessed. Kilkenny 0-23 Clare 0-21 Indeed Clare …

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Keane will want Division 2 return

By The Clare Echo

THE Clare footballers will begin their 2025 league campaign by making the long journey up to Corrigan park to play Antrim this Sunday at 1pm. This will be new manager Peter Keane’s first season in charge of the Banner as he looks to return the side to division 2 status and steady the ship after …

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Ladies handball tournament a huge success

By The Clare Echo

Clare handball successfully hosted a weekend of ladies’ competitions at clubs across the county. The largest number of entries to the She’s Ace tournament resulted in top-class fare. Over 100 players participated, with Clare having 60 entrants. The event featured an U11 fun competition as well as a Mothers and Daughters doubles competition. Martina McMahon …

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The Clare Echo

Ennis-based firm Repucon strike deal with Munster Rugby

Clare musician finalist of Seán Ó Riada Bonn Óir competition

Treacy’s Oakwood Hotel is set for an expansion

IFI secures conviction for environmental damage to important river tributary

6,500 still without water in Clare

Ennis RFC U13s defeat Shannon

Mick Guinee to step down as CEO of Ei Electronics

Kilkenny land winning scores in injury time

Keane will want Division 2 return

Ladies handball tournament a huge success

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