ONE of Kilkee’s most recognisable buildings for almost two centuries, the former church could be yours with DNG. The unique four bedroom two bathroom property was originally constructed in 1845 and designed in a Gothic Revival style, characterised by its striking pointed-arched windows and dressed stone detailing. Douglas Hurley, director at DNG O’Sullivan Hurley spoke …
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Loyal customers, dedicated staff and a strong work ethic passed down through generations are the key ingredients in making O’Connor’s Bakery a sweet success, says Ann Marie O’Connor, daughter of the original founders Pat and Mary, as the Clare institution celebrates 65 years in business. Established in 1961 at its original Parnell Street location in …
DROIM RIASC offers an exciting new housing development in the heart of Tulla, offering a mix of high-quality two, three and four bedroom terrace, semi-detached and detached homes. The development offers a selection of spacious, energy-efficient homes featuring generous rear gardens, private parking, landscaped open spaces and high-quality finishes throughout. Each home has been carefully designed …
A DOCUMENTARY chronicling Ennis Women’s Rugby’s first season in the All-Ireland League will premiere on Thursday August 27th in the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis from 7pm. Ahead of the event, women’s head coach Gareth O’Hanlon spoke to The Clare Echo about the filming process and how the idea for “Who We Are – Ennis Rugby in …
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*Seadna and Chloe Morey. Photograph: Joe Buckley A SIXMILEBRIDGE gym founded by first cousins Seadna and Chloe Morey is continuing to grow as the village’s population expands, with the owners keen to provide an accessible space for people of all fitness levels.
PREMIER Powerwashing Services is celebrating four years in operation after building a strong local reputation through repeat customers, recommendations and word of mouth. Since establishing the business in 2022, owner Brian McDonagh now provides exterior cleaning services to residential and commercial customers across County Clare and surrounding areas. On the background to the business, Brian …
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SIXMILEBRIDGE’s strong sense of community and pride of place can provide people with a vital sense of purpose and belonging, claims local psychotherapist and counsellor Fergal Clancy. Originally from Moycullen in Galway, Clancy has now lived in The Bridge for around seven years and has worked in counselling and psychotherapy for 15 years. After spending …
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RAPID growth in the size and population of Sixmilebridge has prompted a renewed push to attract younger residents and newcomers into the community, according to the PRO of the Sixmilebridge Community Development Association and Tidy Towns. Norma O’Neill became involved with the group almost by accident after contacting Sixmilebridge Tidy Towns about litter and dumping …
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SIXMILEBRIDGE is a community to be proud of, says Hazel O’Callaghan, owner of KV Hair by Hazel. Originally from Ennis, O’Callaghan says that establishing her own business in 2023 was one of the biggest milestones of her career but she could not have anticipated the level of support she would receive from the Sixmilebridge community. …
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PJ RYAN has been in business in Sixmilebridge for more than 35 years, seeing “massive growth” in the village’s population while running PJ Ryan Oil alongside a tractor and machinery operation. As chairman of the Sixmilebridge Town Team, Ryan takes an active role in community development in the area and notes that The Bridge’s population …
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