Gifted with an accordion and a camera – the mighty Martin Connolly passes away
Co Clare has lost one its finest musicians, an excellent photographer and an absolute gentleman all in one swoop following the death of Martin Connolly.
Askingforafriend provides timely lift for Ennis publican Browne
*FILE PIC: Ciaran Browne. Askingforafriend provided a timely lift for Ennis publican Ciaran Browne at Galway track over the weekend.
Council content with cyber security systems protecting sensitive information
A specific budget for cyber security within Clare County Council has been suggested by an Ennis elected representative.
Lohan sticks with Clare fifteen while Sheedy announces Tipp team
*Ian Galvin takes on Shane McNulty. Photograph: Joe Buckley Clare senior hurling manager Brian Lohan has kept faith with the same fifteen that prevailed over Waterford for Sunday’s Munster SHC semi-final against Tipperary.
Clare ready for Tipp battle to seal Munster Final return
*John Conlon. Photograph: Joe Buckley Returning to a Munster Final for the first time since 2018 is the goal for the Clare hurlers when they take to the field on Sunday, captain John Conlon has outlined.
Spanish Point Golf Club defend handicap system following criticism
*Members of the Spanish Point Pierce Purcell team. Photograph: Golffile. Spanish Point Golf Club have defended the handicap system in place for its members.
Premature to extend Defective Concrete Block Scheme – Housing Minister
A review is to be completed by July 31st on the Defective Concrete Block Grant Scheme which has seriously impacted homes in Clare, Donegal and Mayo.
Repairs & refurbishments to O’Connell Monument underway
*Photograph: Fiona McNamara Structural repair and refurbishment works to the O’Connell Monument at Ennis have begun.
Lions captain Murray part of new business venture in Doonbeg
*Conor Murray. Photograph: Ivan O’Riordan Lions captain Conor Murray is involved in a new business venture in Doonbeg.
Popular Clare hurling supporter leads the call for more fans at inter-county games
One of Clare’s most well known hurling supporters is leading the call for more crowds to be permitted to attend GAA inter-county games.