Bollards set to be introduced at busy Shannon junction
*Bollards are to be erected at the junction between Cronan and Inis Ealg. Photograph: Joe Buckley Bollards are to be introduced at a busy Shannon junction “to improve safety for cyclists”.
Shannon Town
Hospitalisations & falls of ‘ageing Shannon population’ blamed on footpaths
Poor condition of footpaths in Shannon have been blamed for a number of falls and hospitalisations of elder members of the community.
Rail spur to Shannon Airport back on track after inclusion in €165bn National Development Plan
A rail spur to Shannon Airport is among the most significant Clare aspects to the €165bn National Development Plan (NDP).
Preparation of Shannon Town Masterplan to precede ‘significant funding application’
Submissions from members of the public and county councillors will be taken on board before revised plans go on display.
‘Messy green areas posing problems in Shannon’
*Untidy boundary walls in Gort na Rí. Photograph: Joe Buckley Local representatives have warned that a serious injury is likely to occur at a ‘messy’ green area in Shannon.
Footpaths in Shannon must be finished as ‘matter of urgency’
*Cllr Gerry Flynn pictured outside Shannon Town Centre. Photograph: Joe Buckley Work yet to be finished on footpaths around Shannon needs to be completed as “a matter of urgency,” an elected representative has said.
Introducing extra bins in Shannon ‘contrary’ to litter policy
Introducing smart solar bins in Shannon would be “contrary” to policies in place by Clare County Council.
Dates set for League Cup finals
*Supporters watching last season’s Cup Final from the roadside in Frank Healy Park. Photograph: Joe Buckley At a meeting of the Clare District Soccer League this week arrangements were made for the league cup finals which will take place over the October Bank holiday weekend at the county grounds, Frank Healy Park in Doora.
Final draft of Shannon Town Masterplan to be on public display by end of year
A final draft of the Shannon Town Centre Masterplan is to be placed on public display by the end of the year.
Shannon Town overcome Hibs while Ennis Town collect further points & Sporting take points from Avenue
*Photograph: Joe Buckley Shannon Town made it two wins from two games in the Maloney Garden Machinery Premier Division while Ennis Town collected a successive win as Avenue Utd dropped points for the first time this season.