Clare part of application to become host county for 2026 TAFISA Games
A bid is to be finalised this coming Saturday that could see Clare become one of the host counties for the 2026 TAFISA Games.
Kilkee
‘Kilrush has Ireland’s second widest street yet has not maximised potential for outdoor dining’
*Frances St, Kilrush. Photograph: Gordon Hatton Kilrush is home to the second widest street in Ireland but the West Clare town’s potential as an outdoor dining space has not been capitalised on.
Espresso Bar moves into new premises in Kilkee
*Judi Kinnane. Photograph: Kirsty Lyons A quirky family friendly cafe on the Wild Atlantic Way has moved into bigger premises on the pier in Kilkee.
Civic reception suggested to honour David Tubridy’s contribution to Clare football
*David Tubridy. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill West Clare councillors have expressed their desire to hold a civic reception in honour of Clare footballer, David Tubridy.
Minister in Clare to open Digital Hubs in Cross & Ennis
Cross’ Digital Hub and the Ennis Digital Hub are to be officially opened today (Thursday) by the Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys (FG).
More information needed on beach wheelchairs at Kilkee & Lahinch
*TJ Coughlan. A woman who rented a beach-friendly wheelchair at Kilkee for her son this weekend has stressed the need for increased information as well as changing facilities at the seaside town.
Iconic diving boards at Kilkee to return
*Photograph: Arthur Ellis Kilkee’s iconic diving boards are to return in the very near future.
Heatwave leads to traffic management woes in Clare
Co Clare remains under a yellow warm weather warning until Friday as heatwave conditions descend on the Banner County.
Extra toilets for Fanore & Kilkee in ‘staycation season’
Extra toilets are to be provided in Fanore and Kilkee as high numbers of visitors continue to choose Clare as their county of choice for domestic holidays.
Irish Water & EPA ‘failing to protect Kilkee’
Irish Water and the Environmental Protection Agency have been criticised for their “failure” to protect Kilkee.
