THE 1980s was something of a golden era of international caliber musicians adorning stages in County Clare. Admittedly, it was the draw of Lisdoonvarna alone that pulled the likes of Jackson Browne, UB40, Van Morrison, Rory Gallagher and many more to the Banner County but as the decade ended and Ireland were preparing for Italia …
The day Meat Loaf came to the Showgrounds and Ennis ‘went wild’ Read More »
WORKING from home’ is a term that’s taken on great significance since the arrival of the pandemic however a business-forward family in the Burren have been doing just that since before it was trendy. Cathal and Bronagh O’Rourke set up the Burren Farm Experience three years ago and were on the cusp of launching their …
‘Custodians of the land’ hope to grow Burren Farm Experience Read More »
A PERFECT storm of consumers supporting local, a shift towards sustainable shopping practices, and growing concern about the climate crisis has culminated in an increase in custom for health food shops across the country over the last two years. Bia Folláin’s journey began in March 2007 when owner Trish Moloney decided to open a health …
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The price of the average three-bed semi in County Clare is expected to rise by 5% in the next 12 months, according to a survey by Real Estate Alliance.
UPTURNED boats in the harbours of Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way is a common scene, symbolising the thousands of nautical miles put down by sailors along our coast. It’s a familiar sight that is often absorbed by the powerful spectacle of a coastal vista; however one County Clare designer has made it the centre-point of her …
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Connor & Sarah Donovan wrapped up a very challenging two years by winning a brace of international awards for their small, Clare based business. The Donovans opened Escape Rooms Ennis in 2019, and it was an instant hit with locals and tourists alike. Escape Rooms are challenging puzzle games, played in groups, that emphasise the …
Aldi’s Killaloe store has been awarded Discounter Store of the Year at the prestigious National Grocery Retail Awards for its outstanding customer service, excellence in the provision of high-quality food and superior display.
Clare Echo editor STUART HOLLY delves into the archives to bring you the biggest stories from a year which continued to be dominated by Covid-19 JANUARY BISHOP SORRY OVER KILRUSH NURSERY REPORT Bishop of Killaloe Fintan Monohan issued an apology following the Commission of the Mother & Baby Homes report found that 168 children died …
*Scoil na Mainistreach principal, Fergal Lynch. A NEW unit for children with autism to help integrate pupils into the mainstream classrooms will be officially opened at Scoil na Mainistreach in Quin on January 24.
WITH Christmas upon us, the people of Clare are in reflective mood and with that in mind, The Clare Echo has dug into the archives to bring you the biggest stories of 2021.