Risk of ‘tragic dictatorship’ if County Development Plan follows national policy
Clare’s most experienced councillor has warned that the implementation of the new County Development Plan will be “a tragic dictatorship” unless alterations are made.
Lahinch drama on course to be broadcast to an international audience
*Dervla Kirwan. Lahinch and surrounding areas of North West Clare are on course to be screened to an international audience.
14 day incidence rate drops further in Clare with less than five new cases diagnosed
*Photograph: John Mangan Clare’s 14 day incidence rate has dropped while less than five new cases of the virus are known in the county.
Moneypoint’s ability to help Ireland achieve clean energy goals untapped – Crowe
Moneypoint’s importance to Ireland’s clean energy goals must be recognised, a Clare TD has highlighted.
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.
‘A gentleman but a man of standards’ – tributes extended to the late Patrick O’Neill
*Patrick O’Neill. Photograph: Arthur Ellis Tributes have been extended to the late Patrick O’Neill, a champion athlete who later played integral roles with local charities.
Resumption of AstraZeneca vaccine confirmed by NPHET & 5 new COVID-19 cases diagnosed in Clare
Five new cases of COVID-19 have been diagnosed in Co Clare while the return to use of the AstraZeneca vaccine in the Republic of Ireland has been confirmed.
Use of Ashford Court Hotel to house emergency homeless persons ‘inappropriate’ – Ennis councillors
*A tent belonging to a homeless person in Ennis. Photograph: John Mangan Clare County Council have defended the use of Ashford Court Hotel to meet the needs of emergency homeless persons and described the system as “very successful” despite growing concerns from residents and elected representatives.
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.
