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.
One third of Clare secondary schools have introduced controversial phone pouches
*Phone pouches at St Flannan’s College. ONE THIRD of secondary schools in Clare have introduced magnetic phone pouches, preventing students from using their mobile phones during the school day.
Ballyalla swan recovers after midnight rescue
AN INJURED swan left for dead on the road in Ennis is being nursed to health after being rescued by two big-hearted locals.
Flyers Minnie lands consolation derby for Fitzgerald
FLYERS MINNIE trained by Kilrush’s Colm Fitzgerald claimed the €9000 prize in the Kilcolgan Castle Derby.
All-Ireland glory for St John Bosco College Kildysart
*Photograph: Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile A SUPERB display from full-forward Caoimhe McMahon helped St. John Bosco from Kildysart in Clare claim the Lidl All-Ireland Post Primary Schools Junior C title with victory over Salerno on Wednesday afternoon.
Kilrush trained Tiermana Hunter strikes in Connacht derby
KILRUSH TRAINED Tiermana Hunter upset the odds to strike home first in the Connacht derby.