*Vitalograph test technicians Rose Enright with Noelette Hartigan. The Clare Echo is delighted to partner with Vitalograph on a series of articles exploring the history and ethos of the trailblazing company which celebrates 50 years in Ennis this year, employing more than 300 people in Clare and 550 worldwide
*PICTURED: Bernard Garbe, former CEO of Vitalograph VITALOGRAPH’S Ennis operation is central to the company’s reputation as a global leader in respiratory diagnostic solutions. Employing around 550 people worldwide, Vitalograph was established in 1963 in Maids Moreton, Buckingham, England by Dietmar and Margaret Garbe. Their son, Bernard, suffered from asthma and often struggled to breathe. …
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*Lions handover; outgoing DSG Kevin Harty from Cork to James O’Loughlin ENNIS Lions Club member James O’Loughlin has been appointed as District Governor of Lions Club Ireland.
*Clare Malone and Justin Gleeson of People & Place with Tánaiste Micheál Martin (FF). Photograph: Eamon Ward ENNIS’ catchment population living within a one-hour drive is larger than that of Limerick and Galway City, according to a new report.
THE team at Dennehy Garden & Construction Machinery prides itself on customer service. And while the business will celebrate its five-year anniversary early next year, owner Michael Dennehy notes that it’s 35 years in the making.
John O’Brien, head chef and owner of An Teach Bia Maith. KILRUSH has potential to become a foodie destination, according to one of the town’s newest business owners.
*Conor O’Leary speaking at the meeting. Photograph: Tom Micks. FARMERS in Clare are under extreme pressure due to regulations being imposed on them by European officials and the Irish Government, a meeting has heard.
The Newmarket Celtic Girl’s Soccer Team have been recently sponsored by spirometer manufacturing company Vitalograph.
OXYGENERATION’S Jennifer Flaherty has been shortlisted for a Businesswoman of the Year award.
*Bill Slattery celebrates. Photograph: Joe Buckley. “IT FEELS great to be back!”
