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THE entry of AIB Bank into the property market in Killaloe is just one example of banks becoming involved in the disposal of assets following the collapse of house prices.

There are currently 2,950 people on the social housing list in County Clare with 860 on the rent supplement scheme and these figures continue to rise, according to a county council official.

AN analysis of data on passenger numbers at 300 European airports has shown that Shannon had the worst year-on-year performance of all in 2010.

A UNIQUE occasion recognising the valuable work of volunteers in Clare took place this week as Clare County Council recognised three different sectors of community life with a civic recognition ceremony.

Recent high waves have further damaged Doonmore Castle in Doonbeg harbour. Most of the damage to the ruins of the 16th century castle has been caused to the side facing the water.

THE arrival of Labour leader Eamon Gilmore to Ennis this week literally stopped traffic on the town’s main street.

CLARE businesses showed their love on Valentine’s Day for the hard work of the county’s volunteers with the launch of the Clare Volunteer Discount Card.

KILRUSH town councillor Tom Prendeville has requested a report from the West Clare Task Force, which produced a six-point plan last July with a view to stimulating the West Clare economy over the next five years.