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ENNIS Town Council is not abandoning its objective to introduce the pedestrianisation of some of the town’s streets on a permanent basis.
Read More »New investment in Shannon Free Zone
MINISTER Batt O’Keeffe will be in Shannon on Friday morning to announce a new investment in the Shannon Free Zone but at the time of writing, few details are available about what it will entail.
Read More »Waves of protest over Kilkee diving boards removal
Delays securing safety signs and possible insurance implications could result in the Kilkee diving boards remaining out of use indefinitely. If the boards are not restored by next Monday, Kilkee Town Council will hold an emergency meeting on the issue next Tuesday at 8pm in Kilkee library.
Read More »Maternity hospital can’t cope with caseload – Breen
THE regional maternity hospital in Limerick cannot adequately cope with its current caseload, according to Clare Fine Gael Deputy Pat Breen.
Read More »Carey not disappointed at assistant whip appointment
CLARE Fine Gael TD Joe Carey, who was appointed assistant chief whip following his party’s front bench reshuffle last Thursday, has told
Read More »‘We look like idiots’ claims Kilkee councillor
A KILKEE town councillor has claimed that all nine councillors and the entire executive “look like idiots”, following news that signs indicating that Kilkee beach bylaws are in place have yet to be erected. The beach bylaws came into effect in Kilkee on June 1 last.
Read More »Junior doctor shortage affects Limerick hospital
THE Mid-West Health Service Executive has advised Clare patients to seek medical attention where possible from their GP or pharmacist, due to staffing shortages at the Mid-Western Regional Hospital, Limerick.
Read More »Surfers’ fears over pier plan
PLANS by Clare County Council for a €6 million pier development could threaten world-class surf breaks at Doolin, according to surfers.
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