GE2020 THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL: Leo Varadkar in Ennis
With polling day edging closer, Leo Varadkar (FG) visited Ennis in a bid to secure more votes for the party’s ticket in Clare.
Shannon Airport
GE2020 THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL: Cathal Crowe in Cratloe
*Cllr Pat Daly & Cllr Clare Colleran Molloy join Cllr Cathal Crowe in Ennis. His countywide profile has increased during his time as Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Clare County Council but Cllr Cathal Crowe (FF) is well known to the people of Cratloe.
GE2020 THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL: Michael McNamara in Ennis
It’s an election campaign that has very much been put into “perspective” by Michael McNamara (IND).
Ryanair to increase Shannon to Manchester service
Ryanair are to increase the frequency of their Shannon Airport to Manchester service.
‘I found politics very frustrating’ – Dr Michael Harty
He was the standout story from the 2016 General Election in Clare but Dr Michael Harty has confirmed he will not be seeking re-election to Dáil Éireann.
‘They’re gunning for you’ – US & Iran conflict last of Doonbeg locals worries
*Doonbeg. Photograph: Martin Connolly Trump Doonbeg and Shannon Airport are not potential targets amid the growing conflict between the US and Iran, the Iranian Ambassador to Ireland has confirmed.
Michael McNamara bids to win back Dáil seat
*Michael McNamara. Photograph: Martin Connolly Former Labour TD, Michael McNamara has entered the General Election race as an Independent candidate.
‘Unbelievable’ damage at Doonbeg following Storm Brendan
“Unbelievable” damage affected sand dunes in Doonbeg with several flights cancelled at Shannon Airport and power outages this week all as a result of Storm Brendan.
Renaming Mid-West as the Shannon region would benefit Airport & tourism
To bring more promotional benefits to the area the Mid-West region needs to be renamed the Shannon region, one councillor has stated.
Lack of bus routes preventing more visitors coming to Clare
More integrated bus services are required in Clare to boost tourism and improve ease of access for rural residents, an elected representative has stated.