Over 40 wildfires in Ballyreen ‘a negative consequence’ of North Clare’s staycation success
Wild camping in North Clare resulted in over 40 wildfires over the staycation period prompting calls for park and beach rangers to avoid repeat scenarios.
John O’Malley
‘New life & focus in Labasheeda’ prompts calls for greater promotion of Kilkerrin Fort
New life and focus is evident in Labasheeda, councillors for the area stated as they put up the cause for increased promotion of a local fort.
Way forward for Coláiste Ui Comhraidhe can create 41 jobs
A West Clare Irish college has the potential to create 41 jobs throughout the entire year if it becomes a multi-purpose centre.
Old Lisdeen dump suggested as site for community owned solar farm
Communities are determined to reap the rewards of natural energy prompting calls for a partnership to be launched to set up a solar farm owned by the community in Kilkee.
Murphy requests masterplan for ‘amazing asset’ Doonbeg Pier
Calls to prepare a masterplan for Doonbeg Pier to maximise the potential of the site have been voiced by a West Clare councillor.
Council willing to support schools managing COVID response
Council staff in West and North Clare will be made available to help schools where needed in managing their response to COVID-19.
‘Now the time to tackle issues leading to beach closures in high season’ – Garrihy
A reoccurrence of beach closures in Clare cannot be allowed to happen in high season again, the Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District has stated.
Blueway Plan under consideration for Shannon Estuary
Discussions are underway surrounding the development of a Blueway Plan for the Shannon Estuary.
Clothes banks proving to be ‘an absolute disaster’ in parts of West Clare
Stronger policing of clothes banks is required across Co Clare according to elected representatives.
More lay-bys needed to stop traffic congestion on N68
Additional lay-by areas on the main route connecting West Clare and Ennis to prevent traffic congesting behind slow moving vehicles have been sought.