Three angling initiatives in Clare granted funding through Inland Fisheries Ireland’s Sponsorship Programme. Sean Canney TD, Minister with responsibility for inland fisheries, welcomed funding for 87 angling events and initiatives across the country during the year as part of the programme which supports novice anglers and angling tourism to the tune of €30,000.  

A major search and rescue operation was mounted this afternoon after a young man was reported to be stuck in mud amid rising water in the Shannon Estuary.

Clare County Council today signed contracts with Jada Kelly RAC Joint Venture for the delivery of a €2.7 million upgrade and refurbishment of a building in the Quin Road Industrial Estate in Ennis, which will become the new location for the Clare Civil Defence Headquarters. 

Two people had to be rescued last night after their boat ran aground on the River Shannon and the occupants were unable to confirm their exact location.

Shannon Group, in conjunction with Shannon Chamber, has raised more than €8,000 from an inaugural 5K event through the Shannon Free Zone last Thursday for this year’s Shannon Group designated charities, the Irish Cancer Society and Limerick Suicide Watch

A Co Clare man has been honoured at the 2019 Hidden Hearing Heroes Awards at a special ceremony celebrating their incredible courage, generosity and acts of kindness. 

Two people and their dog were rescued on Lough Derg this morning after their cruise boat suffered engine problems.

Clare families who are caring for a loved one living with dementia can get free support and advice by attending a local workshop during World Alzheimer’s Month this September.