Suicide prevention difficult at Cliffs
SUICIDE prevention is more difficult at the Cliffs of Moher than other locations because of the landmark’s emotional significance, according to the head of the Irish Coast Guard (IRCG).
Read More »‘Reconstructed’ face to aid ID
COUNTY Clare’s Coroner’s Office and the gardaí have enlisted the help of one of Europe’s top forensic anthropologists in the hope of making a positive identification of the remains of a man taken from the sea off the Cliffs of Moher over a year ago.
Read More »New hospital block opening delayed
THREE Clare Government deputies have pledged to lobby Health Minister James Reilly to fast-track the opening of the new €10 million 50-bed block at the Mid-Western Regional Hospital Ennis, which has been delayed until next March.
Read More »Day for the ladies at National Showjumping Championships
THE horses may be doing the jumping, but it will be the ladies who will be stepping out in style at the Ennis Showgrounds this Thursday.
Read More »Golden bell rings for Megan’s homecoming
THE father of four-year-old Megan Malone, who has stunned doctors in her fight against a rare form of cancer, has described his delight that the family are set to return home to Ireland this weekend.
Read More »Emotional day for Kilbaha sculptor
One of the country’s best-known footballers and soldiers, the late Dermot Earley, will remain in the public eye in his beloved County Roscommon thanks to the skills of a West Clare artist.
Read More »Review sought of council panel policy
CLARE County Council has been asked to review its policy concerning who is entitled to submit wastewater treatment plans, following a recent ruling by An Bord Pleanála.
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