Fianna Fáil Communications Spokesperson and Clare TD Timmy Dooley has said that the Government should not and must not allow the closure of up to 150 post offices in rural Ireland.

O’Brien’s Bridge is seeking involvement of local groups and individuals to help shape a new plan for the area.

Three digital hub facilities developed by Clare County Council were officially opened in Kilrush, Miltown Malbay and Feakle.

A Co Clare man has been elected President of the European Regions Airline Association (ERA) which represents 53 carriers, 22 airports (including Shannon) and 124 aviation companies comprising aircraft and aircraft engine manufacturers.

Clare has become the first county to launch a rural development strategy following the Government’s Action Plan for Rural Development.

Open-access broadband provider SIRO has been announced as a sponsor of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann as part of the rollout of its 100% fibre-optic gigabit broadband network.

County Clare's award-winning radio station has welcomed proposals from Fianna Fáil that could see part of the TV licence fee divided among independent local radio stations.

The Government must finally wake up to the impending dismantling of the post office network though the mass closure of post offices, and come forward with a comprehensive plan for the network.