Samaritans Ennis and Clare are reminding those in need that their helpline will be open during their darkest hours if they are lonely or struggling to cope this Christmas.

A Clare teenager has been honoured with a Garda Youth Award.

This week Clean Coasts will recognise the work of some outstanding volunteer groups across Ireland by highlighting outstanding groups and individuals with Ocean Hero Recognition Awards.

Gardaí are investigating the discovery of a body on the outskirts of Kilrush this morning.

Micheál (Mick) Ryan, an engineer with the United Nations’ World Food Programme, has been posthumously named the Humanitarian of the Year by the Irish Red Cross.

TY students at St. Patrick's Comprehensive School in Shannon, Co. Clare have launched a new initiative called COMPanionship.

A resource pack for professionals working with children and families, ahead of what is expected to be a particularly difficult Christmas for people affected by domestic abuse has been developed by a network of agencies including An Garda Síochána, Tusla, community support services, legal services and health service providers in County Clare.

Two Clare community organisations have been awarded a total of €66,215 to fund new vehicles to transport local patients to hospitals and treatment centres.