Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, Cllr PJ Ryan, hosted a Mayoral Reception yesterday which recognised the outstanding achievements of seven individuals and groups in 2021.

Two Clare County Council lifeguards are being hailed heroes after they rescued two adults who got into difficulty while swimming recently.

In a weather-battered finale on Saturday, Ireland's top life-saving athletes competed for the final event in the Irish Water Safety Sport series that saw Co. Clare retain their dominant position as National champions and capping their best season ever.