GREEN CLARE: Five permanent pollinator sites to be introduced in Shannon
Shannon Town is set to introduce five new pollinator sites as part of a pilot grassland management initiative, in the hope of enhancing bee and insect biodiversity.
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Howard urges Minister Ryan to hold off on plans to ban burning of turf & peat
A ban on the burning of turf and peat should be reconsidered in light of the continued lockdown, Clare’s first citizen has said.
Development of forest area at Slí na Mara boreen will be pursued
*Sli na Mara Boreen. Photograph: Joe Buckley Development of the forest area behind Slí na Mara boreen in Shannon is to be considered.
HSE must prepare for ‘train coming down the track’ as further mental health supports sought
A West Clare councillor has stressed the need to improve the mental health supports on offer to young people with issues “exasperated” due to COVID-19.
No third party objections were received by Council for Parteen wind turbine
*Photograph: John Mangan Renewable energy developments should be not allowed proceed in the centre of villages, a South Clare representative has stated.
Ennis allocated over €4m for public realm regeneration as Shannon bid falls short
*Photograph: John Mangan Over €4m in funding has been granted towards the Ennis Town Centre Public Realm Regeneration Project while Shannon has lost out in bids to secure an allocation.
Shannon punter scoops €578k from €20 bet
A Shannon punter is over half a million euro richer after Henry de Bromhead’s Gold Cup victory on Friday afternoon.
Buttys Bengal shows incredible talent in Shelbourne
Buttsys Bengal’s talent as a greyhound has been evident for many to see over recent years and it was demonstrated in his latest outing.
STS to add 80 workers by the end of 2022
Shannon Technical Services have announced plans to increase its workforce by 80 within the space of two years.
Alford to return to the ring in July
*Liam Alford. Photograph: Joe Buckley World champion kickboxer Liam Alford will be back in the ring this July.