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.
A NEW Irish language event will make its debut in several locations around Clarecastle commencing this week.
A new family-run plumbing supply store, An Clar Plumbing, has opened its doors. The shop, located in Tracklands business park, is owned and operated by Kenneth and Kate Clohessy, a couple from Clare with a passion for serving their community. Kenneth, who has previously worked in FHB Building Supplies in Shannon and behind the plumbing counter in Chadwicks in Ennis is using his …
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