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*Credit: Maeve Stone || Rowan Gleeson, 8, at the Wonder Window in Miltown Malbay A NEW immersive exhibition created with local children is set to bring art, creativity and nature-inspired ideas to Miltown Malbay later this month. The Wonder Window, the latest project from Cracking Light Productions, will transform the window of the former sweet shop … ‘Wonder Window’ to bring nature and creativity…
MORE than 300 homes have commenced construction in County Clare in the first seven months of 2026, with 373 homes beginning construction since January, according to the latest figures from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Across the State, 18,974 new homes commenced construction between January and July. This represents an increase of … Over 300 homes commenced…
*Sixmilebridge’s David Kennedy. Photograph: Ruthie Griffin. SIXMILEBRIDGE gave their Clare SHC aspirations a major shot in the arm when overturning rivals Newmarket-on-Fergus to leave more than a fighting chance of making the knockout stages. A 1-21 2-16 win over Newmarket-on-Fergus saw Sixmilebridge recover from their two point loss to Wolfe Tones in the opening round. … Bridge have everything to…
SHANNON Airport has been shortlisted for a major aviation industry award after being named a finalist in the Under 5 Million Passengers category at the Routes World Awards 2026. The shortlist was announced this week by Routes, with Shannon recognised alongside airports from around the world. The Routes World Awards recognise airports and other organisations … Shannon Airport shortlisted for major…
“SPECTRUM of strength” is the theme of this year’s Picture Voice Art Exhibition for autistic teenagers, a diverse and vibrant collection of artwork including tile mosaics, fabric pieces, blow paintings, spray paintings, photography, self-portraits and many other forms of creative expression. The Exhibition will take place at 11.00am – 1.00pm on Saturday, 5th September 2026, … Clare autistic…
ONE of Kilkee’s most recognisable buildings for almost two centuries, the former church could be yours with DNG. The unique four bedroom two bathroom property was originally constructed in 1845 and designed in a Gothic Revival style, characterised by its striking pointed-arched windows and dressed stone detailing. Douglas Hurley, director at DNG O’Sullivan Hurley spoke … Interest rises in one of a…
*CEO of St Francis Credit Union, Louis Fay with Inagh/Kilnamona’s Andrea O’Keeffe. LEADING the way for champions Inagh/Kilnamona to start off a successful defence of the McMahon Cup was Andrea O’Keeffe to pick up the Clare Credit Unions / The Clare Echo player of the week. A storming display from Andrea saw her score 1-6 … Andrea arrows her way to player of the week Read More » The post Andrea…
Photograph: Quilty Village by Ann O’Connell || Inset: Cathaoirleach for the West Clare MD Cllr Michael Shannon (FF) WEST Clare councillors have called for new national rural housing guidelines to be brought into effect as quickly as possible, amid concerns that current planning rules are contributing to the decline of rural communities. The call was made at … ‘West Clare is diminishing every day’…
Tiermana Dream winner of the BarOne national Irish sprint trained by Colm Fitzgerald and owned by the Zero Zero syndicate which consists of Nicholas O’Dwyer, Joe Kelly and Fitzgerald family members. YOUNG trainer, Colm Fitzgerald of Tullabrack, Kilrish landed the Bar 1 Sprint Sweepstake with Tiermana Dream Ireland claiming the €20,000 winner’s prize at Dundalk … Fitzgerald trained Tiermana Dream…
Loyal customers, dedicated staff and a strong work ethic passed down through generations are the key ingredients in making O’Connor’s Bakery a sweet success, says Ann Marie O’Connor, daughter of the original founders Pat and Mary, as the Clare institution celebrates 65 years in business. Established in 1961 at its original Parnell Street location in … O’Connors treat customers on 65th birthday…
Kilrush Town Hall || Inset: Cllr Ian Lynch YOUNG people in Kilrush could be given a greater say in shaping the future of their town under a new proposal supported by Clare County Council. The motion, tabled by Cllr Ian Lynch (IND) at the July meeting of the West Clare Municipal District, calls for the reintroduction of … New proposal seeks greater role for Kilrush students in local decision-making…
*Éire Óg’s Shane O’Donnell takes on Scariff’s Shane Kavanagh. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill. ÉIRE Óg’s senior hurlers were challenged more than they had been in the last two years when surviving a second round scare with Scariff, manager Gerry O’Connor has said. Two wins from two outings has Éire Óg sitting top of Group 2 in … Scariff scare was Éire Óg’s toughest test in two years – O’Connor Read…
DROIM RIASC offers an exciting new housing development in the heart of Tulla, offering a mix of high-quality two, three and four bedroom terrace, semi-detached and detached homes. The development offers a selection of spacious, energy-efficient homes featuring generous rear gardens, private parking, landscaped open spaces and high-quality finishes throughout. Each home has been carefully designed…
*Photograph: John Mangan A CLARE politician has come under fire for labelling the teenage boys who died in the fatal M9 collision as “thugs”. Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe criticised some of the online reaction to a fatal collision on the M9 in County Kildare, saying he is concerned about the “glamourising” of dangerous … Clare TD criticises ‘eulogising and heaping praise on thugs’ following…
*Caoimhe Lally of Newmarket-on-Fergus tackles Clarecastle/Ballyea’s Molly Potter. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill. REIGNING champions Inagh/Kilnamona began their Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie championship with a victory, as did Truagh/Clonlara, Scariff/Ogonnelloe and Newmarket-on-Fergus. Inagh/Kilnamoan comfortably accounted for newly promoted Clooney/Quin while two of their closest contenders,…
ENNIS’ Ben Lyne has turned down England and has nailed his colours to the mast in wanting to line out for the Republic of Ireland. Ben rejected a call to represent the England U16 squad and instead captained the Irish U15s this week where they faced Cyprus in the first of a double-header of international … Ennis’ Ben Lyne says no to Three Lions and answers Ireland’s call Read More » The post…
