‘There was never a doubt in my mind about coming back’ – Maura returns to work in Carrigaholt post office
*Maura McKiernan. Photograph: Tom Micks CARRIGAHOLT’s postmistress has said there was no doubt in her mind about returning to work.
Cappa
Disappointment but no surprise as Lahinch loses Blue Flag status
LAHINCH has lost its status as a Blue Flag beach due to a reported drop in water quality.
Cappa regains Blue Flag status as nine Clare beaches receive award for 2025
*An aerial shot of Cappa. Photograph: Airswing Media. CAPPA has regained its Blue Flag status which it lost in 2023, it is one of nine Clare beaches to receive the coveted award for 2025.
Outdoor showers to be considered for Cappa & White Strand Doonbeg
*Swimmers in Cappa. Photograph: John Mangan CALLS HAVE been made for the provision of “environmentally friendly outdoor showers” at Cappa and White Strand (Doonbeg).
Kilrush man in court charged with possession of Luger ammo and parts of a cocaine press in Shannon
*He was remanded on bail with further court appearances in Limerick (Tuesday) and Ennis (Wednesday). A 28-year old Kilrush man has appeared in court charged with the illegal possession of ammunition for a Luger gun and parts of a cocaine press at a location in Shannon.
20 Clare projects to share €1.7m from Community Recognition Fund
*Lahinch playground. TWENTY community projects in Clare will share in the €1.7m worth of funding announced in the Community Recognition Fund.
Seasonal dog warden appointed as Council enhance paw patrol on Clare beaches
Annette Kenny, Seasonal Dog Warden, and Ciara Daffy, Environmental Community Warden, Clare County Council, at Lahinch Beach. EXTRA DOG control patrols are to be conducted across Clare beaches this summer.
Blue Flag & Green Coast awards for 14 Clare spots
FOURTEEN Clare locations have been awarded Blue Flags and Green Coast awards for the upcoming 2024 bathing season.
16 beach operatives for North & West Clare this summer
*Photograph: John Mangan SIXTEEN beach operatives will be employed by Clare County Council in North and West Clare during the 2024 summer season.
Sixmilebridge officially open €1.2m Arena
*Syl O’Connor, Marty Morrissey and Terence Chaplin. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill SIXMILEBRIDGE GAA CLUB officially opened their €1.2m Indoor Arena in front of a large crowd on Friday evening.