Fourth Covid-19 death in Ireland as Clare figures stay the same
Figures released by the National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) show that on Friday there had been no increase in the amount of Clare coronavirus cases.
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Kilkee locals plead for visitors to stay home during Covid-19 pandemic
Locals in Kilkee were out with signs across the day on Sunday trying to turn visitors away in an attempt to flatten the curve and prevent the potential spread of coronavirus in their area.
Mother’s Day crowds at 12 O’Clock Hills prompt social distancing concerns
Both car parks at the 12 O’Clock Hills were full on Mother’s Day raising concerns on whether those at the popular walking trail were adhering to social distancing guidelines issued by the HSE.
Coronavirus forced Gort business to close on its opening day
*Jackie James pictured at DesJardins Florist in Gort. Two hours after opening her latest business on Thursday last, Jackie James was left shaken and “really scared” as Taoiseach Leo Varadkar (FG) announced that schools, colleges, childcare facilities and cultural institutions were to close for the next two weeks, at least.
7 confirmed Covid-19 cases in Clare
Confirmed coronavirus cases in Clare has remained at seven as reported by the National Public Health Emergency Team.
‘Stay away or be turned away’ – North Clare reps advise against visiting Lahinch on Mother’s Day
Stay out of Lahinch on Mother’s Day is the message from North Clare councillors who have said they will turn visitors away.
‘It would be our busiest day’ – pub owners counting their losses following St Patrick’s Day closure
Many Clare businesses are counting their losses at forced St Patrick’s Day closures including one in Killaloe which is hopeful of recovering from the “major setback”.
Surge in visitors to Kilkee & Lahinch raises social distancing concerns
*FILE PHOTO: Lahinch, Photograph: Martin Connolly An increased amount of visitors to parts of West Clare in the past week have prompted local representatives to seek the enforcement of closed public car parks to minimise crowds that are potentially spreading coronavirus.
Clare band stuck in Santiago
*Members of Los Paddys performing in Lahinch. Photograph: Olga Tamášová A Clare band have been accused of bringing coronavirus to Santiago as they find themselves in desperate need of a return trip home.
Clare Echo goes online only for Covid-19 crisis
The Clare Echo has made the decision to operate as an online-only publication during the Covid-19 national emergency. The Clare Echo will continue to inform the public via our online platforms in the coming weeks with an increased emphasis on supporting local businesses and assisting the public in staying connected during this difficult time. Editor …
