Going back down pedestrianisation path again
ENNIS Chamber has made a detailed submission to Ennis Town Council, as part of the public consultation phase to decide whether parts of the town will be pedestrianised in the lead-up to Christmas.Rita McInerney, CEO of the chamber said that after consulting with traders throughout the town on their views regarding pedestrianisation, they found that there are very diverse views about the proposal. She also said that their survey was based on the assumption that any pre-Christmas pedestrianisation would take place between the hours of 12 midday and 6pm.“We found that there is a cohort of traders in Ennis who are against pedestrianisation in any shape or form, another group who are in favour of it with a number of conditions and others who are very much in favour of pedestrianisation and believe it is good for business. We do not have specific figures on the breakdown of this but I can say that a majority are certainly in favour …
Read More »Gold rush fever strikes
A PRE-Christmas surge in sales of Ennis Gold, the town’s gift voucher scheme, has begun this week, according to Ennis Chamber. Already this year, the Ennis Chamber project has brought in over €70,000 in sales, with the Gold vouchers being accepted at up to 90 local shops and businesses.President of Ennis Chamber, Guy Flouch said both companies and individuals are opting for Ennis Gold as the most efficient, and recession-proof, gift option this season. “Every time you buy one of these vouchers, you are ensuring that money is spent with local retailers and ensures that the revenue and employment remains within the local economy. Shop local and save local jobs,” he commented.He explained that the vouchers are proving popular with local companies seeking to give gifts to staff or clients. “Apart from being accepted in a wide range of outlets, to suit all tastes, they are attractive in that companies can give gifts up to €250 to each employee, without …
Read More »Boxing gloves on for fundraiser
THIRTY-six boxers, a mix of professional people, politicians, local sports people and community activists, will put on their gloves and fight for two local causes at the Clare Conquest fight night in the Queen’s Hotel, Ennis this Friday night.THIRTY-six boxers, a mix of professional people, politicians, local sports people and community activists, will put on their gloves and fight for two local causes at the Clare Conquest fight night in the Queen’s Hotel, Ennis this Friday night.Over the past 10 weeks, all 36 competitors have undertaken a rigorous training schedule, including boxing skills, fitness training, nutritional training and motivational training, to gear them up to fight for their lives this week.The unique and fun boxing challenge has been organised to raise funds for the Clare Crusaders and Ennis Chamber.CEO of Ennis Chamber, Rita McInerney said the knockout event will raise vital funds for Clare Crusaders to continue their services for children with disabilities and their families, enabling them to lead …
Read More »New hospital on hold
THE development of a €40 million private hospital in Ennis has been put on hold as an appeal has been lodged against the development to An Bord Pleanála.
Read More »Funds allocated to curb Flannan’s flooding
CLARE County Council expects to appoint a consultant by the end of the month to design a flood defence scheme for the St Flannan’s College area of Ennis.
Read More »Nathan at St Columba’s
ST Columba’s Church will be transformed with festive flair for a very special concert by Clare soprano Regina Nathan.
Read More »Festival enjoys the sweet sound of success
ENNIS was ablaze with music over the weekend as the 17th Ennis Trad Festival gripped the town for five days of non-stop tunes. From Thursday evening, it swept through the town, gaining momentum over the weekend with its final melodic embers flickering into the early hours of Tuesday morning.
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