Séamus from Cooraclare: The One That Saved Us All
*Séamus Mac Mathúna. Niamh Uí Bhriain pays tribute her late father, Séamus Mac Mathúna.
A Ukrainian perspective – life in Ennis
Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Malceva writes for The Clare Echo in an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at life for refugees fleeing war in their country.
Cooraclare owned Lissatouk Peggy wins for McMahons in Galway
*The McMahon family of Cooraclare celebrate. The Final of the Ann Cheevers Memorial A5 525 Yards Stake was the feature contest on last Saturday night’s card the stake remembered a lady who’s family are synonymous with Greyhound Racing in the West Of Ireland and who is much missed by her family and wide circle of …
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TIMMY DOOLEY: We have seen bloodstained cars riddled with bullets & dead bodies temporarily buried by local priest
Clare Senator, Timmy Dooley (FF) visited Ukraine for the second time since Russia’s invasion in February, here he writes for The Clare Echo about what he encountered.
First classic winner for Liscannor’s McDonagh
William Rigney presents John Quinn after Fast Fit Paddy won the SPK Open 600 Final,also included is Declan Mc Donagh Trainer and supporters. The Final of the Shelbourne Open 600 at Shelbourne Park on Saturday night last was the main focus of attention for greyhound people over last weekend.
Torpeys are hurling strong despite ash concerns
ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S leading hurley manufacturers who are located in Co Clare remain optimistic about its future despite concerns over ash supplies which led to the recent closure of Canning Hurleys Ltd.
Another double win for Sixmilebridge’s Murray
SIXMILEBRIDGE’s Stephen Murray recorded another double win in Galway in the weekend while all eyes will be on Fast Fit Paddy in Saturday’s Open 600 Stake in Shelbourne Park.
Clare students on board with Leaving Cert reform
A REVAMPED Leaving Cert cycle will be implemented from 2024, Minister for Education Norma Foley (FF) confirmed last week, with Clare students believing it will “reduce stress” of final year exams.
EOIN NEYLON: Same old issues in Shannon Airport need to be addressed
The resignation of former Aer Arann boss Pádraig Ó Céidigh from the role of Chairman of Shannon Group came as a shock to many when it was announced almost two weeks ago.
Ennis Heritage Day brings history to life
Discover Ennis Heritage Day is taking place today, with families being encouraged to come along and enjoy the fun. Taking place today (April 3) from 1-5pm, the free event has been organised by the Transition Year students of St. Flannan’s College and Gaelcholáiste an Chláir in collaboration with Experience Ennis and Shannon Heritage. It’s going …
