Current Shannondoc system ‘not fit for purpose’
Families have been put off moving to West Clare because of the shortage in availability of health services, a Kilrush councillor has claimed.
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Group tours have long-term future in Clare
*Tony Kirby leading a tour group in The Burren. Photograph: Burren Geopark There is “a long-term future” for group tours visiting parts of Ireland including Co Clare, the CEO of the body responsible for marketing the island of Ireland overseas has said.
Clare “behind the curve” in catering for camper vans
*A camper van making its way through Corofin. Photograph: Páraic McMahon Clare is not designed for camper vans and suitable locations need to be found to accommodate such visitors, members of the West Clare Municipal District have said.
Clare hosting 50 free Culture Night events
Clare’s cultural community will unite today (Friday) to showcase the very best the county has to offer.
‘More cause for concern than celebration’ with Pence’s stay in Clare
*Sarah Ferrigan and Sarah Clancy in Shannon. Photograph c/o: @sarahmaintains US Vice President Mike Pence’s coming to Clare “is more a cause for concern than celebration” according to campaigners living in the county.
World-record breaking Clare motorcyclist ready to hit max speed at Pendine Sands
*Patrick Kelly, Imogene Toft, James Toft. Clare motorcyclist James Toft smashed world records on his last visit to Pendine Sands, now he’s putting the final touches on preparations on the return trip and he’s bringing with more competitors.
Improvement for Doolin & Lahinch in litter survey
Two Clare communities have recorded improvements in the latest litter survey by business group Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL).
Increase in bacteria from Inagh River causes Lahinch swim ban
*Lahinch Beach. Photograph: Sue Pollard Elevated levels of bacteria in the water have led to the introduction of a do not swim warning in Lahinch.
Lahinch Between Land and Sea film airs on RTÉ tonight
*A kite surfer in Lahinch. Photograph: Brian Arthur Lahinch is the focus of a RTÉ TWO documentary which airs tonight (Tuesday).
