Future visit to Castlecomer Discovery Park influential for Kilrush Woods development
A site visit to Castlecomer Discovery Park that will inform future plans for Kilrush Woods has been put on hold.
Ian Lynch
‘More creativity’ needed to boost Clare’s Wild Atlantic Way routes
*Photograph: Martin Connolly Alternative and more prominent advertising of Clare’s routes on the Wild Atlantic Way are needed on the M18 with talks underway to improve infrastructure for designated tourist attractions.
Clare Gardaí plan to ‘aggressively deal’ with drug dealers in 2020
Drug taking in Clare is on the increase but Gardaí in the county have pledged to “aggressively” deal with it throughout 2020.
‘Loop Head pilot project can create more jobs than Moneypoint did’
*Moneypoint. Photograph: Fergal Clohessy If used properly Just Transition funding can “create as many if not more local jobs for West Clare than Moneypoint ever did,” an elected representative has claimed.
‘Turn down the volume’ Kilrush
*An aerial shot of Kilrush. Front-line workers in Kilrush have appealed to residents of the West Clare town to “mind your music” as it has affected their sleep.
33% increase in Clare rape cases last year
Lessening fear has been attributed to the increased in reported rape and domestic violence cases in Clare, leading Garda officials have stated ahead of the opening of a protective service unit in Crusheen.
Department examining proposal to add driving & swimming lessons to curriculum
*Shannon Leisure Centre. Photograph: John Mangan Minister of Education, Joe McHugh (FG) has been requested by Clare County Council to incorporate swimming and driving lessons onto the curriculum in Irish schools.
One West Clare parish to get the Lahinch paint treatment in 2020
One location in West Clare will be the beneficiary in the 2020 Town and Village paint scheme.
Rates reduction sought by Clare councillors
*Sky Court Shopping Centre in Shannon. Photograph: John Mangan Concessions including the approval of a rates reduction is being sought for Clare businesses.
Clare Gardaí concerned by rising amount of drivers on drugs
There was a seven percent increase in the amount of Clare motorists found to be driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol in 2019.