Lifeguards return to Clare beaches
Lifeguard cover has resumed at Clare beaches.
Mountshannon
9 Clare beaches retain coveted Blue Flag
Nine Clare beaches have retained their Blue Flag for 2020 while Kilrush Marina has been recognised for the first time in 15 years.
Mountshannon Arts Festival goes ahead this weekend
No green-light has been given on the return to mass gatherings in Ireland prompting the cancellation of hundreds of planned festivals across the country.
One-way system will be considered in Feakle
*Photograph: John Mangan INTRODUCTION OF A ONE-WAY system in Feakle could be on the cards in an effort to improve conditions for pedestrians.
Ennis Tidy Towns receive most funds from €54k allocation for Clare groups
44 Tidy Towns groups in Co Clare have been allocated a combined €54,000 which they will be able to use despite the cancellation of this year’s competition.
‘Fear of uncertainty to continue’ for Clare businesses
*O’Connell Square 70% of businesses not currently trading in Clare have laid off staff, according to a COVID-19 survey published today (Tuesday).
Reform needed of Ireland’s ‘collapsing’ childcare system
It is unknown when childcare facilities will reopen in the country, prior to their closure they were described as being “on the brink of collapse” by elected representatives in the county.
Dooley defeated in Seanad election
*Timmy Dooley flanked by Insp Paul Slattery & Cathal Crowe at a community forum meeting. Photograph: Joe Buckley Timmy Dooley’s political career has suffered a major setback as he failed to be elected to Seanad Éireann.
Burke blasts lack of contact from Gardaí on recent East Clare crimes
Lack of a follow up from An Garda Síochána in East Clare has been criticised by an elected representative.
Timmy Dooley receives Seanad nomination
*Timmy Dooley. Photograph: Joe Buckley Timmy Dooley (FF) has been nominated to contest the upcoming Seanad Election.