Mini-roundabout given go ahead for Shanaway Road in Ennis
Shanaway Road LONG-RUNNING traffic issues at on the Shanaway Rd in Ennis may be nearing the end of the road with plans approved for a mini-roundabout.
Planning granted for 58 houses at site of Shannon Shamrock despite 35 objections in Bunratty
*The site of the Shannon Shamrock Hotel. PLANNING PERMISSION has been granted for the development of 58 houses at the site of the former Shannon Shamrock Hotel in Bunratty.
Kilrush Credit Union win sustainability award
KILRUSH Credit Union have won a sustainability award for their ‘Trees for Free’ initiative. In celebration of Earth Day 2025, Kilrush Credit Union launched ‘Trees for Free’, a community initiative encouraging local sustainability and biodiversity. Thanks to a generous local source, they were able to access native sycamore ‘helicopter’ seedlings and share them with members and …
“We’re survivors” – Pink currach spreads awareness on cancer
A CURRACH on its last legs was given a pink makeover by a group of dedicated Kilrush rowers.
Killaloe bodybuilder goes international
A Killaloe man preparing to compete in an international bodybuilding competition in LA says that the sport is “definitely growing” in Co Clare.
Woman with rare skin condition releases autobiography
THE oldest living Irish woman with an extremely rare and painful skin condition recently released an autobiography with a foreword written by Colin Farrell. Emma Fogarty is a writer, activist, and advocate from Laois living with Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). When Emma was born with EB, she was not expected to survive infancy. However, …
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100th anniversary of Clare gold miner
THE QUIN Historical Group are holding a free talk in Ennis to remember the Clare discoverer of an Australian gold mine worth more than $1,100 million. This year marks the 100th anniversary of the death of the late Quin resident and initiator of the greatest gold rush in Australia, Patrick ‘Paddy’ Hannan, who passed away …
Tips for Clare’s top Christmas party venues
WITH 84 days until Christmas, the search for the perfect Christmas party venue is on! From delicious four-course meals, hopping live music, and midnight Tayto sandwiches, to even meeting Santa himself, Clare is more than ready for Christmas. But, whether it’s for a family get-together or the seasonal office party, finding somewhere that suits everyone …
Caoilfhionn ready to grab dream chance for Ennis RFC in All-Ireland League
Caoilfhionn Conway Morrissey. Photograph: Natasha Barton Caoilfhionn Conway Morrissey has worn the Ennis RFC jersey since the club’s senior women’s side was founded, making her part of the team’s story from the very start.