Regional

WELL-known Ennis man Eric Hanrahan celebrates not one, but two, very special occasions this week. As well as turning 65 on Tuesday, Eric is set to retire on Friday after working at Sheils for 47 years.  

There will be plenty of choice for cycling enthusiasts this weekend in Kilrush. The town will host the inaugural Kilrush Tweed Ride on Saturday and will be the starting point on Sunday for a slightly more strenuous event.

THE pupils and staff of Mol an Óige Steiner National School in Ennistymon will raise the school’s second Green Flag this Friday at 2pm in the company of parents, friends and guests, as part of the school’s Harvest Festival.

With many businesses finding trading difficult in the current environment, Shannon Chamber is compiling a series of information seminars, workshops and training events to assist its membership maintain their competitive edge.

A community arts group in Gort is creating willow and paper sculptures to help celebrate the opening of the town’s new playground next month.

The University of Limerick celebrates the ruby anniversary of the admission of its first cohort of students in 1972 this weekend.

The Killaloe Garda District has lost two sergeants and two gardaí to retirements since June 1, with just two replacements being provided to fill these vacancies.

The Ennis Music Project opens its doors on Saturday, October 6 to young people aged 15-18 interested in the creative arts and getting involved with the project.