Clare councillor disputes response on operation of ECT services in Mid-West
A North Clare elected representative has disputed comments from Mid West Community Healthcare regarding the operation of ECT services in the Mid-West.
Cotter’s time at Ipswich Town comes to a close
Barry Cotter’s departure from Ipswich Town has been confirmed by the club.
Clare’s 14 day incidence rate of COVID-19 among lowest in Ireland
*Photograph: John Mangan Clare’s 14 day incidence rate of COVID-19 remains among the lowest in Ireland with less than five new cases of the virus diagnosed in the past 24 hours.
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.
Loughnane warns that Clare GAA is ‘in disarray’ as he urges public to back Club Clare
*Ger Loughnane. Photograph: Joe Buckley Two-time All-Ireland winning hurling manager, Ger Loughnane has declared that Clare GAA is “in disarray”.
German MP dies in Limerick after plane makes diversion to Shannon Airport
A prominent German politician has died in Limerick after falling ill on a flight which diverted to Shannon Airport.
Cost being put ahead of individual needs in awarding of rural transport contracts – McNamara
*Photograph: Martin Connolly Accessibility must be given greater priority in the awarding of contracts for rural transport services.
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.
Bishop appeals for public to avoid congregating for funerals
Outbreaks of COVID-19 linked to funerals has prompted the Bishop of Killaloe to appeal to the public to offer their condolences in alternative ways.
