Shannon to Host Jobs Fair in Partnership with Department of Social Protection and LAIT Shannon will soon be the hub for local job seekers and employers alike as Shannon Chamber, in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection and the Local Authority Integration Team (LAIT), hosts a Jobs Fair. The event, part of the Department’s …
Gratitude is a feeling of thankfulness or appreciation for something in our lives. It involves recognising and acknowledging the kindness, generosity, and good fortune we have experienced, whether from others, nature or in our lives in general. Gratitude can be expressed through words, actions or simply through a sense of inner thankfulness. It is often …
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MILTOWN MALBAY surfer Katie Lodge emerged victorious in the Women’s division at the Irish Surfing Student Intervarsity Nationals Competition held in Aughris Co. Sligo at the beginning of March.
Credit Unions in the Banner County have certainly come a long way since 1966, when the first members joined the growing national movement in Clare, almost 60 years ago.
CLARE Lundy, CIP, began her insurance career through a somewhat circuitous route – as a beautician. “I was twenty when I joined Munstergroup, with no experience in insurance – in fact, I’d been a beautician until then!” she says. Lundy joined Munstergroup in Personal Lines sixteen years ago and has been there ever since. She …
GOLF footwear has undergone significant transformations over recent years, balancing tradition with innovation to enhance player performance and comfort. The ongoing debate between spiked and spikeless golf shoes continues as manufacturers introduce advanced designs to cater to diverse golfer preferences. In 2025, leading brands like Skechers, FootJoy, adidas, and ECCO have unveiled new models that …
LAURA Jane Allis, owner of BreakThrough Dance Company in Ennis, has dedicated her career to providing a space for creative expression through dance, musical theatre, and performing arts. Since opening her studio in 2007, Laura Jane has built a thriving business that continues to empower students of all ages. Her passion for the arts and …
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As we celebrate International Women’s Day, The Clare Echo would like to take this opportunity to celebrate local businesswomen who inspire others by pursuing their passions and making a difference in the business world. One such woman is Louise Lynch, an entrepreneur who has built a thriving business around mindfulness and positive psychology. Her journey …
FREYA Boutique has been a staple for fashion lovers in Ennis and beyond for over two decades. Owned and operated by the passionate Monica Keane, the boutique has become known for its unique, high-quality pieces and exceptional customer service. Monica’s journey into solo entrepreneurship wasn’t planned. After working in the shop for a year and …
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Aran Islands folk musician Pádraig Jack will be performing in Cutúrlann Sweeney in Kilkee, on Friday as part of Clare County Council’s Seachtain na Gaeilge celebrations.