Shannon’s storm drainage network to be improved
*Photograph: Joe Buckley Drain contractors are targeting areas in Shannon across the month of October in response to concerns regarding the storm drainage network in the town.
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Bollards set to be introduced at busy Shannon junction
*Bollards are to be erected at the junction between Cronan and Inis Ealg. Photograph: Joe Buckley Bollards are to be introduced at a busy Shannon junction “to improve safety for cyclists”.
Potential of dezoning lands with no wastewater infrastructure ‘closes the door’ on rural Clare
*O’Callaghans Mills. Photograph: John Mangan Rural communities in Clare are at risk of “dying out” with plans to dezone lands in areas without wastewater infrastructure in the upcoming County Development Plan.
Grant makes history as first Clare councillor co-opted virtually
Lahinch’s Liam Grant has been formally co-opted to Clare County Council.
Another safety assessment for Scenic Gardens – less than 12 months after Council hired contractor for initial examination
An assessment is to be arranged at The Scenic Garden in Shannon, less than twelve months after Clare County Council hired a contractor to examine the area.
Shannon Airport rail link ‘a golden opportunity’
Renewed calls have been issued for the installation of a rail link to Shannon Airport.
Councillors hopeful Crowe will be knighted if Cratloe footpath progresses
*Cllr John Crowe. Photograph: Eamon Ward A Clare councillor could be knighted fellow elected representatives have quipped should a footpath link be installed in Cratloe.
‘Messy green areas posing problems in Shannon’
*Untidy boundary walls in Gort na Rí. Photograph: Joe Buckley Local representatives have warned that a serious injury is likely to occur at a ‘messy’ green area in Shannon.
Footpaths in Shannon must be finished as ‘matter of urgency’
*Cllr Gerry Flynn pictured outside Shannon Town Centre. Photograph: Joe Buckley Work yet to be finished on footpaths around Shannon needs to be completed as “a matter of urgency,” an elected representative has said.
Introducing extra bins in Shannon ‘contrary’ to litter policy
Introducing smart solar bins in Shannon would be “contrary” to policies in place by Clare County Council.