US troops flights ‘the shame of Shannon’ – Wynne
*Photograph: John Mangan Amid the ongoing crisis in Afghanistan, there have been renewed calls to end Shannon Airport’s use by US troops.
Wide range of events continue in Clare for Heritage Week
*Photograph: Eamon Ward A wide range of events continue across Co Clare until Sunday as part of Heritage Week.
Thousands of lives were helped for the better by the late Sr Ethel Normoyle
A Clare woman who helped to improve living conditions for thousands of people in South Africa and played a pivotal role in translating the fight against HIV and AIDS into practical action has died.
Farid left in fear for family’s safety in Afghanistan
A former Afghanistan news anchor who had to flee his native country over attempts on his life by the Taliban has warned that terrorism will spread to other countries if the escalating situation is not put under control.
Potential of extending Raheen Hill footpath to Tuamgraney to be explored in 2022
Funding is to be sought next year to continue the footpath from the bottom of Raheen Hill into Tuamgraney.
Doolin Folk Festival cancelled for second year in a row
For the second year in a row, the Doolin Folk Festival has been cancelled.
Trauma for Ennis worker in knife incident at Cloughleigh store
Staff at an Ennis shop had to contend with a traumatic incident after one worker was threatened with a knife.
Roundabout markings outside The Comp to be renewed before school returns
Officials within Clare County Council are confident road markings at the roundabout outside one of Shannon’s two secondary schools will be renewed before staff and students return to school.
Morey & Malone set to be back in Sixmilebridge fifteen for second round while injuries mount for Maggies
*Seadna Morey. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill Both Cathal Malone and Seadna Morey are on course to be back for full fitness for Sixmilebridge’s second round clash in the Clare SHC, manager Tim Crowe has confirmed.
Daly laments lack of commitment to Edenvale upgrade
An upgrade of the road in front of a cluster of six houses in Ennis is at risk of not being done “for years,” a county councillor has lamented.