IT’S that time of the year again, as it’s curtain up for the 57th West Clare Drama Festival this Saturday. Four of the plays will be performed by Clare groups, reflecting the strong tradition of drama in the county. Monday night features the first Clare group Sliabh Aughty, Mounttshannon present another comedy “Moonglow” by Kim …
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ANYONE who has planned a wedding in the last decade will no doubtedly have heard of celebrity photographer Jenny McCarthy. Jenny has captured the special moments at weddings of Ireland’s much-loved celebrities including Pippa O’Connor and Suzanne Jackson. Couples seeking to add a bit of glamour to their big day will have a rare opportunity …
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THE roads are pretty dodgy out there this morning, with reports of several cars veering off the road into ditches and a number of minor collisions. Gardai are warning of treacherous driving conditions between Ennis and Kilrush, particularly around Lissycasey and Ballyea. Snow and hail showers have led to black ice and slippery road conditions …
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Everest mountaineer and Elevate founder, John Burke has been named Grand Marshal of this year’s Ennis St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Mayor of Ennis Councillor Paul Murphy today (Thursday, 01 February 2018) said that John is receiving the honour in recognition of his efforts to bring wellness programmes to young people in Clare as well …
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DOG Warden Frankie Coote has confirmed that there is nothing he can do about the wild goats that roam on the area known as “The Rocky” in Ennis. The herd of roughly 10 goats, who have inhabited the area for decades, have drawn attention to themselves recently by entering local residents’ gardens and making themselves …
Chrimbo will FINALLY arrive in Ennis tomorrow evening as the Christmas Lights will be switched on, with the ceremony taking place at Ennis Indoor Market at 5pm. It will be preceded by a children’s treasure trail around the Market and Lower Market St areas, supported by the businesses located in those areas. There will be face …
THIS weekend has taken a turn for the better for one person in Clare – because The National Lottery has revealed that the winning ticket for Friday night’s €500,000 Ireland only Euromillions Plus draw was purchased in Ennis. Lottery HQ are urging people to check their lucky numbers because the winner is yet to present …
ENNIS Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of missing person Jack Dinan, who is believed to be armed. The 19 year old was last seen at his home on Considine Road at 10am on the morning of Tuesday, October 31. Jack is 6ft tall, of slim build with black …
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THE Clare Echo has learned that a parent who received a phone call from the HSE was not initially informed of the drain cleaner issue at the HSE Dental Clinic in Bindon St, Ennis. Yesterday the HSE closed the dental clinic after it was detected that drain cleaning fluid was mistakenly mixed in with water …
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ENNIS is living up to its reputation as the boutique capital of Ireland thanks to two neighbouring O’Connell Street clothes shops. Willow has for the fourth time been named as one of the Retail Excellence Ireland Top 30 stores and boutique owner Jean McCabe told The Clare Echo she is delighted to be part of …
