Crawford resigns seat on Clare County Council
Local politics in Clare has been rocked by the shock resignation of one county councillor.
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Frustration with potential attendance of 500 for Clare v Cork qualifier
*Aron Shanagher and Matthew O’Hanlon wrestle for possession. Photograph: Joe Buckley Frustration has been voiced at the potential of only 500 spectators being permitted to attend Saturday’s All-Ireland SHC qualifier between Clare and Cork at the LIT Gaelic Grounds.
Myths & taboos on menopause need to be dispelled – Clare councillors
Female councillors in Clare have spoken of the need to remove taboos on conversations about menopause.
Raising Pride flag at public buildings will encourage more people to move to ‘an inclusive Clare’
Raising the Pride flag outside Clare County Council owned buildings will encourage persons living in cities such as Paris and London to consider moving to the Banner County, a Kilrush councillor has said.
Neylon anxious to ascertain missing element for Clare U20s following Munster exit
Clare under 20 football manager, Michael Neylon, didn’t hide his disappointment when he spoke to members of the media after his charges were dumped out of the Munster championship at Fraher Field in Dungarvan on Thursday.
Neylon enjoying every minute of hectic schedule
*Michael Neylon. Photograph: John Meyler With the commitment involved in coaching and managing teams rising by the year, Michael Neylon is surprisingly refreshed despite holding down two time-consuming roles.
Compensation requested for locals impacted by Doolough discharge
*Photograph: Ruairí Ó Conchúir. Compensation for locals who had property damaged as a consequence of foul discharge from Doolough treatment plant in West Clare has been sought.
Joanie Madden announced as recipient of National Heritage Fellowship
Joanie Madden has been named as a recipient of the prestigious National Heritage Fellowship.
Ryan & Murray no longer part of county football squad
*Dean Ryan in action for Clare. Photograph: Martin Connolly Dean Ryan and Cormac Murray have departed the Clare senior football panel.
Miltown Malbay’s Paradise Mission upsets the odds
*Leroy & Lily Anne Cremin with Miltown Casey Miltown Malbay owned Paradise Mission caused a big upset in the final heat of the Treaty Cup Open on Saturday night.