You’ve survived six or more weeks of keeping them amused through the summer holidays, now prepare to do battle with… the classroom - By Siobhán Carroll

Itchy, dry skin? Eczema is the name given to a group of conditions that cause skin to become itchy, inflamed, or have a rash-like appearance. There are seven types of eczema but atopic eczema is by far the most common. Skin is typically red, dry and itchy.

A holiday jet has made an emergency landing at Shannon Airport after the crew declared a medical emergency over the Atlantic reporting a child on board had fallen ill.

A transatlantic jet diverted to Shannon this morning after the crew declared a medical emergency.

The Health Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed the Minor Injury Unit at Ennis General Hospital will be closed on Saturday (August 20th) due to short-term staffing deficits.

Ahead of the expected high temperatures in Ireland, Clare County Council is advising members of the public to be aware of a number of key safety messages.

Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow - High Temperature warning for Clare.

The expansion of the Covid-19 vaccination programme is being facilitated through the reopening of the vaccination centre at Ennis Hospital.