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DRENCH WARFARE! Deputy Wynne

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PÁRAIC McMAHON

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LARE TD, Violet-Anne Wynne (IND) has said she and her six children are now homeless. It is the first instance that a TD from the county and indeed within the State has admitted to being homeless. The Kilrush woman is now living in a holiday home with her partner and six children, claiming she was recently issued with a notice to quit the two-bedroom property they had been residing in. While initially hopefully that the family would secure a property, their mood has begun to drop, she admitted. “It is pressure like

no other and it really impacts everyone in the household, the complete uncertainty of where you are going to live”. Controversies with housing have been a part of Deputy Wynne’s political life. In May 2020, she paid back a rent arrears of €12,000 which was owed over a fouryear period to Rural Resettlement Ireland while she was living in a Tullycrine property. The Jim Connolly founded organisation is no longer operating and RRI made the decision to donate the arrears to charity. Deputy Wynne previously told The Clare Echo that she was homeless for one week prior to moving to Kilrush. When pregnant, she claimed to have spent three to four months living in a rat infested house and this proved to be her motivation to enter politics.

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'Fat cats are still getting fatter' A Shannon councillor has hit out at the “inferior service” in operation by the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), writes Páraic McMahon. Clare councillors recently passed a motion calling on the Department of Transport to address the “many issues” experienced by the public at the NDLS office in Ennis, it had previously been based in the Council headquarters. Department officials then advised the Council it was a matter for the Road Safety Authority, a response which was described by Cllr Gerry Flynn as “disgraceful”. Speaking to The Clare Echo, Cllr Gerry Flynn (IND) voiced his anger, “The Minister got rid of service in the first place, there is an agenda to put everything online but the fat cats are still getting fatter”. He believed the Council delivered the service in a professional manner. “The Government and the Minister gave it to the RSA but they are not up for it, people find the service is discourteous and it doesn’t fulfil remit of delivering a proper service to people who need it. "People are forced to go online without the ability to use the internet, everything is based on an appointment system, a walk-in system is not provided, it is not fulfilling remit they signed up from day one."

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ment of ‘Spancil Hill’ and the ‘Cliffs of Dooneen’ called the ‘Mists of the Shannon’ played for the royal inspection.Programme notes explained, "The Shannon River is the longest running river in the British Isles and can be seen from the Cliffs of Dooneen. It separates the counties of Clare and Kerry, from where the two tunes originate. The river is often covered by gentle mists which are referred to by locals as the mists of the Shannon". Among the eagle-eyed viewers to recognise the tune of Spancil Hill were Clare photographer, John Kelly who quipped that he was expecting to hear the late Robbie McMahon during the celebrations while hurling supporters noted that it was fitting for Munster Final week.

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ORTY-FIVE teenagers in Clare are on a waiting list for mental health appointments and assessments. Figures accurate to the end of April detail that there are 45 young people in Clare on the waiting list for the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). Four of these minors have been between nine months to a year waiting for an appointment. A total of 10 teenagers have been in the CAMHS queue for six to nine months with 12 individuals on the list for three to six

months and 19 waiting zero to three months for an initial assessment. CAMHS offers assessment and treatment to children and young people with moderate to severe mental health difficulties up to their 18th birthday. Maria Bridgeman, Chief Officer, HSE Mid West Community Healthcare explained that “most of our referrals come either directly from the family G.P. but referrals are also accepted from senior clinicians/practitioners in other disciplines/services in collaboration with the G.P. as per the CAMHS Operational Guideline. In general, all referrals of children and young people to CAMHS are reviewed by the relevant catchment team to determine if the referral is appropriate to CAMHS”.

Referrals are prioritised “according to the acuity of the presentation outlined in the referral and any other collateral information provided”. This encompasses the severity of the presenting difficulties, the associated mental health risks and the risk of harm. In the case of “a significant deterioration” in a young person’s mental state, she advised that “an urgent appointment may be sought through their GP”. She added, “While a child may be wait listed and assigned a level of priority based on the above, subsequent referrals received, or children and young people already on the waiting list, may be deemed more urgent and so will usually be offered an appointment sooner than others on the basis of this prioritisation”.

An updated report on the amount of young people waiting on a CAMHS appointment in Clare was requested by Cllr Mary Howard (FG) at a sitting of the HSE Regional Forum. She expressed her worry that four children were waiting nine to 12 months to be seen, “I find it worrying that four children are waiting best part of a year to be seen”. Nuala Kelly, Head of Service, Mental Health Mid-West Community Healthcare outlined that children are prioritised “according to their presenting difficulties, the severity of the condition and the risks associated with that. If someone with greater need comes in, they can go ahead of you on the waiting list”. She accepted that the wait was difficult on the youths affected.

ShannonDoc services Pyrite proven 'beyond 'no longer palatable' reasonable doubt' SERVICES OFFERED by ShannonDoc are no longer “palatable” to the people of Clare, an elected representative has claimed, writes Páraic McMahon. Currently, ShannonDoc has four treatment centres in Co Clare located in Ennis, Shannon, Miltown Malbay and Kilrush. The Kilrush centre only operates from 9am to 7pm on weekends and public holidays, remaining shut from Monday to Thursday, the out of hours service recommenced in Kilrush from May 7th. Ennis operates from 6pm to 8am all week with some variations for public holidays. The Shannon facility is open from 6pm to 11pm (Monday to Thursday) and 9am to 10pm on weekends and public holidays. In Mil-

town Malbay, the functioning hours are 6pm to 8am (Monday to Thursday) and 6pm to 9am (Friday), 7pm to 9am (Saturday) and 7pm to 8am (Sunday). Cllr Cillian Murphy (FF) sought an explanation “as to how ShannonDoc purports to service the communities of West Clare when patients who call for out of hours medical assistance are being referred to Ennis, Limerick or Nenagh”. Chief Officer with HSE Mid-West Community Healthcare, Maria Bridgeman explained, “Since March 2020, the model of service delivery by ShannonDoc for the provision of Out of Hours services differs in that the GP may not always be present in the Treatment Centre but will

be available to patients as required”. “Clinical circumstances” dictate whether a patient gets a face to face appointment at one of the centres, a virtual consultation or if the doctor can see the patient in their home, Ms Bridgeman added. There are no plans to open the Kilrush centre during the week which frustrated Cllr Murphy. “The lack of service in Kilrush is not palatable for the people of West Clare, it is one thing to say go to Miltown but it is not good enough for people living 15 minutes on the other side of Kilrush”. The referral of patients to Ennis, Limerick and Nenagh suggests a desire to reduce the client base and subsequently curtail the service, he noted.

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by PÁRAIC McMAHON PYRITE’s presence in Clare has been proven “beyond reasonable doubt”, senior officials in the local authority have stated while confirming they are pushing to have the county included in the revised redress scheme with “immediate effect”. On Tuesday, Director of Services with Clare County Council, Anne Haugh contacted elected members of the local authority with a report on the Defective Concrete Block Scheme. Between 620 and 678 properties are potentially affected in Clare, the Council have estimated. The Clare Pyrite Action Group have identified 90 properties built between 1990 and 2010 contaminated with pyrite, 11 stand-alone buildings are affected or potentially affected with three different local authority built estates proven to have pyrite in their blocks. A submission has been made by the Council to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in response

to queries from the Department. A holding response dated December 20th 2021 had been issued by the Council, the reply was not completed until the results of the testing and the complete report from Simon Beale became available. The Mayo engineer was engaged by the Council to collate their technical response. Following testing of five local authority owned properties, the presence of oxidised pyrite in the samples of the blocks taken was proven. “The Council has, as requested, secured evidence which proves beyond doubt that manifest damage to the homes in Clare is a result of excessive amounts of reactive pyrite in the blockwork,” Ms Haugh stated. This testing is on top of the initial five properties selected in the submission made to the Department last summer. She added, "The Council is satisfied that the presence of defective concrete blocks in Clare has been proven beyond reasonable doubt and is therefore seeking inclusion of Co Clare in the revised redress scheme with immediate effect”.

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EW and existing EV drivers in Clare will be able to enjoy a sneak peek at the all new Nissan Ariya 100 per cent electric crossover this month after the local Nissan dealership secured exclusive access to the eagerly awaited car. “The new Nissan Ariya is the EV that everyone is talking about and we are delighted to get our hands on it for one day,” said Trisha Rynne of Dulick Motors in Ennis. “This car sets a new standard for electric driving and this is a fantastic opportunity to see it first. No appointment is necessary, just drop by our showrooms any time on Saturday, 11th June,” she added. The new car combines the pioneering EV, crossover and performance expertise that has made the Nissan LEAF and Nissan Qashqai market leaders and its arrival is set to revolutionise the EV market in Ireland. Building on Nissan’s strength as EV pioneers it features outstanding Japanese inspired crossover design which is set to take the powerful performance and capabilities of zero-emissions vehicles to a new level. Two battery options are available, a 63 kWh battery that delivers a range of 402 kilometres and an 87 kWh battery that offers a range of 529 kilometres, making the no compromise Ariya perfect for family daily commutes or longer road trips. Pricing will start for the entry grade 63 kWh Nissan Ariya Advance from €48,995 and range up to €66,995 for the top of the range 87 kWh Ariya Evolve, inclusive of

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TD and family now homeless by PÁRAIC McMAHON

lHOUSING CRISIS: Violet-Anne Wynne (IND) TD Photo by Natasha Barton

LARE TD, Violet-Anne Wynne (IND) has revealed that she and her family are homeless and are currently residing in a holiday home. On Tuesday, Deputy Wynne confirmed that she and her family of eight were now living in a holiday home in the county, they recently received a notice of termination from their landlord. The notice was issued when the Kilrush woman became pregnant with her sixth child as the house was no longer suitable to their needs. For her role as a TD, the Offaly native is paid €101,193 and is entitled to €31,365 a year in travel and accommodation allowances. She announced this week that the family were homeless. “I don’t want to mention the location of this holiday home, as many of you will know that my partner has been facing relentless attention from really only a handful of Gardaí in Kilrush since the election, I say only a handful because it is not all”. Renting in Kilrush was only

supposed to be “a short-term solution to our housing need as it was far too small for our family size”. Violet-Anne and her partner John Montaine have been in the private rental market for the past five years. They are finding the prospect of securing a four-bedroom property extremely difficult. Deputy Wynne said she had been seeking alternative accommodation prior to the General Election of February 2020. Before becoming a TD, she was on social welfare and worked as a carer for her son. While initially determined to stay in West Clare, Violet-Anne admitted that due to the lack of supply they are having to look at all parts of the county with unsuccessful applications already made. “It is pressure like no other and it really impacts everyone in the household, the complete uncertainty of where you are going to live”. She added, “It has impacted everyone, it has been demoralising, when you’re looking at Daft every single day and seeing a couple of thousand views on a property before you’ve had a chance to view it”. Violet-Anne admitted she

was very worried for their prospects and said one consideration is to split up the family to try secure a smaller property. “We’re extremely lucky to be able to secure a holiday home for three weeks, even that was difficult because we’re in the summer season and these are in high demand for holidaymakers coming to the county. It has been fierce pressure since we got the notice to quit, it is difficult for anybody to partake in society when you don’t have the security of shelter. I am extremely concerned and worried about what we are going to do after the time period we’ve been able to secure the holiday home for”. Immediate action is needed from the Government, the former Sinn Féin representative said. “We’re not the only family to receive a notice to quit, it is extremely pressurised to be under. They need to go back to the drawing board and look at practical steps to be taken in the here and now to result in accommodation for people”. Given the wage she is on, Deputy Wynne acknowledged that people would struggle to comprehend how she could

not secure a property. “I knew I would be getting all sort of commentary, it is a free for all on social media, I didn’t take the decision lightly to post the video. I wanted to highlight the situation our family was in”. She continued, “The circumstance of me entering politics has had an impact on my ability to try get a mortgage. I was on social welfare and a carer for my son before the election, it has left me in position that with credit history that banks haven’t been able to afford me an opportunity to apply for a mortgage”. In May 2020, Deputy Wynne paid back a rent arrears of €12,000 which was owed over a four-year period to Rural Resettlement Ireland while she was living in a Tullycrine property. The Jim Connolly founded organisation is no longer operating and RRI made the decision to donate the arrears to charity. Alongside her partner John, they have been living in Kilrush since 2011. She was once homeless for a week and previously told The Clare Echo she spent three to four months living in a rat infested house while pregnant.

Housing continues as 'overwhelming' issue HOUSING continues to be “an overwhelming problem” across Co Clare, writes Páraic McMahon. Rents in Clare would have to increase by more than 15 per cent and proceed to rise in line with the national average in order to be deemed as rent pressure zones (RPZ). A Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) is a designated area where rents cannot exceed general inflation. Currently no part of Co Clare is classed as an RPZ. At the end of last year, the average rent in Clare was €963.40 as per the Residential Tenancies Board’s (RTB) rent index. There are 55 RPZs across Ireland presently. An evaluation to determine whether parts of West and North Clare should be classed as RPZs was sought by Cllr Liam Grant (GP) who admitted he was surprised that neither Lahinch, Ennistymon or Kilkee fitted the bill. “We all know there is a lot of pressure on people renting or trying to look for rent. The whole designation

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of rent pressure zones seems arbitrary to me at times” Kilkee is “a coastal community where we live under rent pressure all year round,” Cllr Cillian Murphy (FF) believed. Properties are appearing on Air BnB before being put up for rent “because it is the

easiest way to make money,” Cllr Ian Lynch (IND) believed. Housing is an “overwhelming problem,” Cllr Grant stated, “I have no problem people making money in tourism but it is not fair for people to be making profit off family homes”.

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'Outstanding achievements' marked at Mayoral reception PÁRAIC MCMAHON

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UTSTANDING achivements of groups and individuals across Clare were recognised in a Mayoral reception on Thursday. In the first countywide Mayoral reception in over two years, Cllr PJ Ryan (IND) hosted the ceremony at Áras Contae an Chláir where the recipients were Ennis Tidy Towns, Samaritans Ennis, Scariff/Ogonnelloe’s senior camogie side with individual accolades for gold medal winner at the Ocean Racing European Championships Roisin Cahill, honorary member of An Garda Síochána Seán Óg Healy, Chairman of the 12 O’Clock Hills Project Patsy Neville and Quilty’s Patrick Mungovan. Recipients were praised for their bravery, commitment and dedication in their various fields. “Ye’ve seen what ye have done to lift your communities, it’s very important to contribute in society,” Head of Finance with Clare County Council, Noeleen Fitzgerald said when speaking on behalf of the man-

lBRAVERY: Pictured are back row (l-r): Mairead Scanlan, Cormac McCarthy, Seán Óg Healy and Patrick Mungovan. Front row (l-r): Patsy Neville, Cllr PJ Ryan, Róisín Cahill and Margaret McMahon Photo by Arthur Ellis

agement team. Clare’s first citizen, Cllr Ryan burst into

tears when sharing his admiration of his next-door neighbour, Seán Óg. The young

teenager is a leukaemia survivor who posted an online message during the pandemic urging the public to comply with the regulations to protect vulnerable people like him. To see how he defeated cancer on two occasions at such a young age has been an inspiration, the Cratloe man said. “I was on my way to work at 07:55 in September, saw Seán waiting for bus to go to school, I genuinely thought it was the best sight I saw in my life. Your consistent bravery and kindness is recognised with this award,” an emotional Ryan stated. Joint captain of the Scariff/Ogonnelloe side crowned Munster senior champions with a last-minute goal against Drom & Inch, Mairead Scanlan observed that it was “a sign of the times” to see the only sporting achievements acknowledged on the night belonged to those from females. Patsy Neville recalled the journey that was the setting up of the 12 O’Clock Hills and how it has developed into a major asset to East Clare. Margaret McMahon of Samaritans said that in their forty year history they have spoken to half a million people on the phones. “It means a great deal to us because it acknowledges the volunteers,” she noted of the recognition.

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Martin Connolly calendar raises €2k for charity ELAINE TUBRIDY news@clareecho.ie

lFOR MARTIN: Pictured (l-r): Daire Mulhern, John Kearney of RNLI Ennis fundraising branch, Clare Echo Editor Stuart Holly and Marie Phelan of Slainte an Chlair and (inset) the late Martin Connolly

THE Martin Connolly Collection has raised almost €2,000 for local charities in Clare. The collection, a 2022 calendar produced by The Clare Echo, showcases the work of photographer Martin Connolly. Killaloe native and Ennis resident Martin worked with the newspaper until his illness, a battle he would sadly lose on July 2, 2021. With the guidance of Martin’s wife Pauline, The Clare Echo produced the commemoration calendar with all proceeds raised, some €1,955, shared between Sláinte An Chláir and the RNLI. Pauline’s son Daire presented the monies to the RNLI and Slainte this week alongside Clare Echo editor Stuart Holly. He said, “They are two fantastic charities. Mam and Martin, along with

Alarming 105 per cent increase in theft by PÁRAIC McMAHON

HEFTS from shops in Clare has risen by 105 percent. Senior Gardaí have attributed the sharp rise with the easing of restrictions. From January to April of this year, 113 thefts from shops were recorded compared with 55 for the same period in 2021 representing an increase of 105 percent. Burglaries have also seen a big spike from 29 (January to April 2021) to 55 for the equivalent time this year. The 2021 figures

were “quite low in volume in years preceding COVID,” Chief Superintendent Seán Colleran stated. Similarly he described the 2021 figure for shop thefts as “very small”. Mayor of Clare, Cllr PJ Ryan (IND) told a meeting of the Joint Policing Committee (JPC) he was “very concerned with the burglaries and thefts”. “We had a lot of visitors to Kilrush over Easter but we had no incidents, we are expecting big crowds in the summer, people can’t get away from Dublin so hopefully they will come home,” quipped Cllr Gabriel Keating (FG). According to Cllr John Crowe (FG), “the 105 percent in-

crease in shop thefts is definitely alarming”. More restrictions in 2021 painted a brighter picture on the figures, Chief Supt Colleran explained. “We had more restrictions last year with COVID, more people were at home and there was less people travelling, the figures for last year were very small”. Common burglaries noted across the county were of houses under construction were equipment such as lawnmowers were taken from garages. He praised Gardaí for making some “very good detections” in recent months.

Dooley named ALDE Co-President SENATOR Timmy Dooley (FF) is the new Co-President of the ALDE Party, writes Páraic McMahon. At the 2022 ALDE Annual Congress in Dublin, the Mountshannon native was elected as the Co-President of the grouping of liberal European political parties. Taoiseach Michael Martin (FF), Prime Minister of Luxembourg Xavier Bettel, Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson, Commissioner for the Internal Market Thierry Breton, and Commissioner for Competi-

tion Margrethe Vestager were among the ALDE Prime Ministers and Commissioners who attended the congress. Dooley said he was “honoured to have been elected to the position of the Co-President of the ALDE Party after a number of years of working at a vice president level. Fianna Fáil were pivotal in leading Ireland's accession to the European Union 50 years ago and I was delighted to secure the congress for Ireland to mark that very important moment in our countries history”.

He continued, "There are very many challenges facing Europe at the moment and the strong response to the war in Ukraine is evidence of the importance of a powerful liberal voice within the European institutions. "I've been working for a number of years with my Ukrainian colleagues and following the invasion by Russia, we sped up the process of welcoming President Zelensky's Servant of the People Party into the ALDE family. President Zelensky's party were represented by the Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Olga

Stefanishyna at the congress where she formally accepted her party's adoption into the ALDE Party”. European security, the response to the war in Ukraine and energy independence for European countries were among the main talking points at the congress. According to the former Clare TD, the congress held in Dublin “is estimated to have benefitted the local economy by €3.5 million”.

my own father, may have benefitted from the work being done by Sláinte An Chláir in the past while Pauline and Martin would be great friends with Joe Queally and other members in the RNLI so there is a strong connection there.” Marie Phelan, Treasurer of Sláinte An Chláir, thanked Pauline and Martin’s family, telling The Clare Echo that the funds raised will help with vital services including counselling, lymphedema services and the operation of the centre. “It’s an excellent support system for people who can meet people are in the same situation.” John Kearney, Treasurer of RNLI Ennis fundraising branch, added, “Many thanks to Pauline and Martin Connolly’s family for their fundraising efforts. All funds raised will go towards vital equipment which is necessary to the running of RNLI in Clare, which exists to save lives of those at sea.”

Primary care centre to open in summer by PÁRAIC McMAHON HSE CHIEFS are targeting an opening date in the third quarter of this year for the new primary care centre on the Station Rd in Ennis. Chief Officer of HSE Mid-West Community Healthcare, Maria Bridgeman outlined their anticipation to have the primary care centre operational during the third quarter of 2022. “The new facility will enable Primary Care and Specialist Teams, who are currently providing services across a number of sites in Ennis, to operate from one location,” she stated. Public health nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietetics, psychology, speech and language therapy, ophthalmology, audiology, podiatry, lymphoedema, dental, social work, integrated care programmes for older people (ICPOP), community diagnostics such as X-Ray and ultrasound, TUSLA and a private GP practice are among the services to be based at the care centre. As previously reported by The Clare Echo, the Ennis primary care centre will have a chronic disease management hub delivering services to patients with cardiovascular disease, respiratory illnesses and Type II Diabetes. 20 full-time specialist roles are to be assigned to the Chronic Disease Team. Cllr Mary Howard (FG) requested an update at the most recent sitting of the HSE Regional Forum West. “The services had been seriously lacking in Ennis and Co Clare,” she remarked. A visit with local councillors is to be facilitated, on foot the former Mayor’s query.

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LOW-COST Spanish airline, Vueling Airlines has announced service to Paris from Shannon Airport. Starting from September 12th, the Shannon to Paris service will operate twice weekly with flights to Paris Orly Airport on Mondays and Fridays. In what is seen as a huge coup for Shannon giving access to a major European hub with Orly Airport the nearest airport to the centre of Paris, just 13km from the city of lights. It is the second largest airport in France and provides hub connectivity with onward connections to major European cities and Middle Eastern countries. It represents a further boost to Shannon

Airport’s pandemic recovery which will now see the airport operate 27 services to the US, UK, and Europe. CEO of Shannon Group, Mary Considine said the destination would be an exciting one for passengers to enjoy. “We are delighted to welcome our new carrier Vueling, part of IAG, to Shannon Airport. This service is another major boost for inbound and outbound business and tourism interests in the region. We have been working closely with Vueling to deliver the service and are looking forward to seeing our passengers jet off to this globally renowned city, steeped in culture and history. Paris is one of the most popular cities in the world”. Vueling has scheduled a total of 114 destinations in 31 countries until October 29th 2022 reaching a similar level of operations to 2019. Tickets are on sale on vueling.com and the airline’s mobile app. For more on the destination visit www.shannonairport.ie

lLITERATURE: Olive Lynch, Nicole Kowolik, Mya Casey, Ava Carroll, Lucy Chaplin, Zara Hill, Laoise Reddin and AJ Gregorio with copies of Singing in the Wire which are available to purchase from the school Photo by Joe Buckley

by PÁRAIC McMAHON TUDENTS and staff at St Caimin’s Community School in Shannon have teamed up to release a new book of poetry, art and short stories. ‘Singing in the Wire’ was officially launched in the Shannon secondary school on Wednesday afternoon. It is the third time St Caimins has published a book of this nature following previous editions in the 1990s and 2003. The mix of literature and art at the forefront of the publication has been credited as the brainchild of English teacher Richard Grimes and art teacher Ann Whitty. Zara Hill, a member of staff in the English Department also added her expertise to the project which was compiled by 28 artists and 23 writers. Speaking at the launch, Ms Hill encouraged students to keep in tune with their love of writing, “It was a really special project to be involved with. You never know if you keep working hard and stay committed,

you never know what will happen. We do recognise and appreciate all the work you do,” the Lissycasey woman told students. Readings of poetry and prose were given by the students. Rebecca Healy wrote of school and the lifelong friendships it creates, Saoirse Lagan dedicated a poem to her grand-father Joe. The Magic Box was a common theme and it was covered by Leisha Reddin and Abigail Darcy. Animals were another form of inspiration for the young writers, Ava Carroll shared her love of dogs, Lucy Chaplin penned a short story on ‘The Good Fox’ while Caoife Gunn brought a chase between a cat and mouse to life. With Shannon Airport announcing a new route to Paris, Lauren Keane’s poem ‘Paris Night’ can be realised while Eoghan O’Leary wrote of ‘The Night’. Olive Lynch was another to read at the launch, giving a version of ‘No Matter What’. Sporting exploits were also to the fore with Ciaran Ryan’s short story ‘A Rising

Star’ lifting spirits amid a positive time for Clare hurling while ‘My soccer ball’ by Darragh Fitzpatrick recounted the breaking of a window in what attendees were assured was not a true story. Symbols for autism and to represent LGBT were included, artists Arthurs Pupols and Mya Casey advised. “We spent a lot of time working on this and we’re very proud of what we made,” they commented of the artwork. According to Ms Whitty, love, memories and friendship came alive through the art and writing. “The art is a representation of the minds and hearts of the people who do art, they did not have a specific theme to go on, the artwork was generated from their own intellect, lives and surrounding. We’re delighted, the work of the writers is an inspiration, it is wonderful to look at the book and see how it rhymes with the artwork”. Addressing the students, staff and parents, principal of the school, Alan Cunningham said he was amazed with the quality of the work.

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Have courage

RONAN SCULLY

Thought for the week

NXIETY or worry is an illness of our time. It comes from our inability to do well in the present moment. So as we start into the second half of our year, I have put together some thoughts that might help us relook at some of our life choices and help us refocus on this journey called life.

Faith over Fear

When trying to truly love always it will entail many hardships and costs. But you have to keep trying. I know myself for I have failed miserably at times. True love when it's for real gets its hands dirty. It takes a chance. It goes out on a limb. Love makes a statement and leaves a legacy. It does the unexpected, surprising, and stirring. It performs acts that steal the heart and leave an impression on our souls. Often these acts are never forgotten. A lot of the time we are afraid to love and to have the courage to truly care for others. Being afraid is an uncomfortable feeling, especially during times in our life when things are uncertain, when we don’t know what might happen and we become filled with uncertainty and worries about the future. While many things remain outside our control, our mindset is key to coping with difficult circumstances and confidently facing the unknown. Uncertainty is all around us, never more so than today as we see mental health problems, homelessness, poverty, food insecurity and war and conflicts all around us. Whether it concerns the global pandemic of the coronavirus, the various conflicts and wars in our world, the economy, our finances, health, and relationships, much of what lies ahead in life remains uncertain. Yet as human beings, we crave security. We want to feel safe and have a sense of control over our lives. Fear and uncertainty can leave us feeling stressed, anxious, and powerless. It can drain us emo-

tionally and trap us in a downward spiral of endless “what-ifs” and worst-case scenarios about what tomorrow may bring. We’re all different in how much uncertainty we can tolerate in life. Some people seem to enjoy taking risks and living unpredictable lives, while others find the randomness of life deeply distressing. But all of us have a limit. If you feel overwhelmed by uncertainty and worry, it’s important to know that you’re not alone; many of us are in the same boat. It’s also important to realize that no matter how helpless and hopeless you feel, there are steps you can take to better deal with uncontrollable circumstances, alleviate your anxiety, and face the unknown with more confidence. For me I put my faith and trust in God and strive to "be not afraid." As Mark Twain wrote, "I have been through some terrible things in life, some of which actually happened." It is up to us to try to choose faith over fear. When life seems to be out of control, let us try to choose to be calm, cool and collected.

Refocus your Courage

So as we move onwards into the second half of our year, let's try to refocus ourselves and on the goal of life which is real love for one another and not just in a sentimental way but in a real practical and caring way to our fellow human beings from all walks of life, colour and creed. Try if you can to rise with the sun to pray. Pray alone. Pray often. God will listen, if you only speak. Be tolerant of those who are lost on their path. Ignorance, conceit, anger, jealousy and greed stem from a lost soul. Pray that they will find guidance. Search for yourself, be yourself. Do not allow others to make your path for you. It is your road and yours alone. Others may walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you. Treat the guests in your home with much consider-

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GETTING THEIR VOICES HEARD

ation. Serve them the best food, give them the best bed and treat them with respect and honor.

Thought for the Week

As your thought for the week, don't ever forget for even a second how very important and how very special each and every one of us are. Please try to love deeply from your heart always and for the good of everyone. In the end, the goal of real life is love. Look at your life's experiences and see what you are doing about them and as the saying goes, go after your dreams and do not be afraid, for Life can be and is short! We have perhaps experienced firsthand the impact of what it is to lose a loved one. It is only natural that we are afraid. Perhaps, now more than ever, we need the encouraging and affirming words of Jesus, ‘Do not be afraid.' So may everyday be a thoughtful courageous day for you. May the light of your soul guide you. May the light of your soul bless the work that you do with the secret love and warmth of your heart. May you see in what you do the beauty of your own soul. May the sacredness of your work bring healing, light and renewal to those who work with you and to those who see and receive your work. May your work never weary you. May it release within you wellsprings of refreshment, inspiration, courage and excitement. May you be present in what you do. May you never become lost in bland absences. May the day never burden. May dawn find you awake and alert, approaching your new day with dreams, courage, trust, faith, possibilities and promises. May evening find you gracious and fulfilled. May you go into the night blessed, sheltered and protected. May God always control the boat of your life and grant you the grace to continue trusting in Him and to be able to resist life's strong winds and storms. May you always go with Him and let Him guide you always. May the measure of your maturity be your love for God and your love for others. “Pray, Hope, Love and Don’t Worry!!!” Amen."

lYES, TEACHER: Mairead Bergin, a former teacher at St. Joseph’s Secondary School, has received an award for service to the ASTI. The PJ Kennedy Award is presented to ASTI members who have given valuable service to the union at branch level. As a member of ASTI Clare Branch, Mairead worked with teachers in her area to ensure their voice was heard at local and national level, both within the ASTI and in the wider world of education. The Award Ceremony took place on Friday 27th May last in the Gresham Hotel in Dublin. Pictured are (L to R) Eamon Dennehy, ASTI President, Mairead Bergin, ASTI Clare Branch.

'Time is running out' Self Help Africa representative and Clare Echo columnist Ronan Scully is appealing for aid for the people of East Africa by RONAN SCULLY MORE than 23 million people are experiencing extreme hunger in Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya, according to a new report from the UN. That's up from over 10 million last year. Many parts of Africa are now in a hunger crisis which has been exacerbated by the worst drought to hit the Horn of Africa in over 40 years as well as rising food and oil prices due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The cost of food staples has risen sharply with grain and cereal prices up to five times their normal rates. The cost of a food basket is up 66% in Ethiopia. Self Help Africa are working with local partners in East Africa particularly in Ethiopia and Kenya to provide emergency supplies and vouchers to help families buy the essentials for survival. Longer-term, we’re also ensuring farmers have access to drought-tolerant seed for the next planting season. Our priority right now is to respond

to those families and communities at most risk – but they need your help. Together, we can protect farming families from the worst effects of the drought, and access essential food for their family. Please, if you can afford to, make a donation to help us continue this work with people in extreme need. You can make a donation at www.selfhelpafrica.org/ie/ east-africa-appeal/. You can make a credit or Laser card donation by phoning ((01 ) 6778880 or simply send whatever you can afford to Self Help Africa, Westside Resource Centre, Seamus Quirke Road, Westside, Galway or to Self Help Africa, Kingsbridge House, 17-22 Parkgate Street, Dublin 8. If you are interested in finding out more about Self Help Africa’s Lifetime Gifts, or want to find out any other ways you can help us or partner with us in our work, just visit www.selfhelpafrica.org or drop me a note at ronan.scully@selfhelpafrica.org. I’d be happy to chat!

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Shannon man makes Summer Skincare Forbes shortlist Essentials by PÁRAIC McMAHON

Style, Beauty and Lifestlye Rachel Porter

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Now that summer is finally here and we will be spending more time outside in the sun its important to take care of our delicate skin, luckily Haven Pharmacy have an extensive range of skincare in their derma centre in store which will do just that!

La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring water is the perfect way to start any day. I find the mists calming formula is ideal to soothe and refresh skin and can also double up as a toner in the morning. The completely natural method in which the water is created makes it a welcomed skincare addition for those with blemish prone skin.

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Once I have cleansed my face, I then like to use the Pure Vitamin C10 Serum from the same range. This serum is by far the best Vitamin C serum I have used, its anti-oxidant power (anti-dullness) provides my skin with visible radiance and glow. What I adore the most is its fresh, non-greasy, hydrating texture which is often hard to find in a serum.

As Vitamin C makes your skin more susceptible when exposed to the sun it is imperative to use a good SPF. My holy grail is Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF50+ as it offers ultra long UVA protection and its ultra-resistant formula is specifically developed for sensitive skin. Its Invisible, light weight texture means I can wear it seamlessly under makeup and know I am getting the SPF protection my skin needs.

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While I am out and about a staple in my handbag is Cicaplast Baume Lips barrier repairing balm. I used to suffer with chapped lips whenever there was a change in the weather but since I started to use this balm my lips are immediately soothed and nourished.

The change in season is also a good time to detox hair using Vichy Dercos Detox Shampoo. This plant-derived purifying shampoo combats pollution and oiliness and addresses scalp health, I find it leaves my hair lightweight with a healthy shine and a silky touch.

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Toleriane Ultra Soothing Night Cream from La Roche-Posay is a welcomed addition to any night time routine. The lightweight formula of this cream is enriched with neurosensine, niacinamide, carnosine and vitamin A, plus soothing Thermal Spring Water to help skin improve its natural barrier and instantly soothes irritated skin.

Don’t forget Haven Pharmacy Holly’s have skincare consultations available in store to discuss any skin concerns you may have and can suggest products suited specifically to you.

SHANNON businessman has been shortlisted in Forbes’ 30 under 30 list. Founder and CEO of Failte Solar, Abhilash Borana has been named in the top 30 entrepreneurs in the Forbes List for business personnel in manufacturing and industry under the age of 30. While completing his studies for a Masters in Business Law in UL, Abhilash founded the Shannon based distribution company. Abhilash is just one of three other recipients chosen in Ireland. With a showroom, offices and a warehouse in Shannon, Failte Solar through Abhilash has introduced over 40 of the leading manufacturers of solar products to Ireland. In 2020, the company had a turnover of €2m, in 2021 it was just shy of €6m and the forecast for 2022 is to €15 to €20m. In an interview with The Clare Echo in May of last year, Abhilash expressed his hope of becoming a millionaire before turning thirty. “My target is to become a millionaire before I turn 30. We have achieved a €2m turnover already, this year, the second year target is around €3-€4m and we will meet it."

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UIN native John Wall describes himself as someone who is living with cancer rather than a cancer survivor. He is well-known for his advocacy work following his own battle to secure a medical card despite a terminal diagnosis, and he continues with his campaign to help those with cancer easily avail of supports. He believes the patient advocate voice is a "very important one" and he continues to work with politicians and the HSE to try and better the services for "people like myself across the country". John received a terminal diagnosis for stage four prostate cancer in 2017. Having availed of various Irish Cancer Society services personally, John has also recently witnessed friends being supported

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in their final moments by the Society. As such, he is well positioned to evaluate the contribution of the Irish Cancer Society on the lives of cancer sufferers and their families. "The night nurses they provide through friends of mine who have sadly passed away - I've seen the work that they do. The support they provide in-house for a lot of people who decide, for example, to pass away at home in the latter stages of life. The Irish Cancer Society provide night nurses that come in and make that possible. It's a very unique and special experience." Cancer research funding, volunteer drivers, and pier to pier support are some of the other critical works ongoing within the Society while John describes the daffodil centres as a "fabulous service". "The daffodil centres are co-located with many public centres around the country where you have a lot of holistic services and psychology services available, you can sit down and have a cuppa with other patients and meet other

l John Wall at home

patients and meet other families. It's a place where outside of the clinical environment you can learn to live with and deal with cancer

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diagnosis and meet like-minded people. "The counselling sessions which the ICS provide, which I have

availed of, are quite extraordinary actually. When I was diagnosed, I thought I could deal with things, that I was strong enough to do it I've always dealt with a lot of things by myself - but I was wasn't. I was put in touch with the counselling services that the Cancer Society have on offer and it made a phenomenal difference to myself and how I deal with things and how I live with cancer. This has stood me in good stead. I'm still here, still doing well but most importantly still dealing with it very well from a psychological perspective. Speaking to The Clare Echo, John is encouraging people to get involved in Relay For Life Ennis this year. The last time the event was held physically, he was unable to attend due to cancer treatment he was undergoing but John says that he's excited to be in a position to get involved this year. "I'm looking forward to it to be honest with you, it's a chance for me to meet some people I haven't seen in quite some time."

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GREEN CLARE

Recycling mattresses could save 370,000kg waste annually PÁRAIC MCMAHON

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VER 370,000kg of annual waste could be diverted in Co Clare away from landfill by recycling mattresses, creating over 318,000kg of valuable recovered materials in the process according to social enterprise, Bounce Back Recycling (BBR).

Approximately 15,000 mattresses in Clare go to landfill or incineration every single year. “It costs around €180 for each mattress to be disposed in this way, which is a loss of around €2.7m to the local economy. "Instead, we could actually be putting money back into the circular economy and creating green jobs by using the materials we produce by recycling mattresses,” BRR manager Martin Ward explained. Established in Galway in 2017 to create a viable solution for problematic bulky goods, BBR current-

l Approximately 15,000 mattresses in Clare go to landfill or incineration every year

ly covers twelve counties, it aspires to extend this to include the entire Republic. “Ireland is fast running out of landfill space and bulky items like mattresses take up too much room. "A mattress takes around 100 years to decompose, so it makes no sense to send it to landfill. "When we recycle a mattress, we recover more reusable materials than shredding does,” Martin explained. He added, “By 2025, at least 55 per cent of municipal waste must be recycled to meet EU targets.

Furthermore, within 13 years the amount of waste going to landfill must be reduced to 10 per cent of all municipal waste. "BBR we can help local authorities to achieve these targets”. BBR administrator Nicola Devers insisted the public and private sectors need to act now to reduce mattress waste and turn it into a valuable resource instead via recycling. “Householders can play their part too, and we can help make it easier for them to get rid of old mattresses.

"Many people simply have no means of transporting a mattress for disposal. "As one customer said to me, you can’t fit a mattress into a Nissan Micra”. To date, BBR has helped customers divert over 70,000 old mattresses away from local civic amenity sites. “This is equivalent to roughly 1.75million kg of landfill waste,” Nicola remarked.

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PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BALLS •

Kearney Cooks

o I was doing a big rowing race last weekend and wanted to make a little snack for when the energy levels started to flag. I needed something handy, bitesize, and that I would be able to pop into my mouth without having to waste time with wrappers. So naturally I decided to go with Energy Balls. These little bitesize snacks are perfect for endurance events. They fill you up quite quickly, give you a good little energy buzz, and are tasty to boot. As usual I will stick the instructional video up on my Instagram @kearneycooks at the weekend. Anyways, that's enough messing, here's the recipe.

1 tsp of chia seeds • Half a tsp of vanilla essence • 3 tsp of shredded coconut Step One Horse all your ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix everything together well.

about 12 pieces.

Step Two Portion your mix into

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INVADING CRAGGAUNOWEN

Step Three Roll your portions into balls and refrigerate until they become somewhat hard. Then take them out on race day (or as a midmorning snack) and demolish.

Enjoy

l HISTORY: Viking living renactors and historians taking part in the Viking invasion of Craggaunowen on Sunday 6th June 2022 Photo by Chris Copley

YOU WILL NEED • 80g rolled oats • 1 banana • 2 tbsp of peanut butter • 50ml of honey • Half a tsp of cinnamon • Half a tsp of salt • 1tsp of linseed

West Clare Curraghs come out on top in global race

Doolin Folk Festival to be carbon neutral

by PÁRAIC McMAHON

l ROWING: Pa McMahon, Maeve Shanahan and Steve Kearney

THE annual Ocean to City Race was held in the Port of Cork on Saturday the 4th of June. Normally a gruelling 28km race starting in Crosshaven and finishing in Lapps Quay in Cork City, the race features different boats and crews from all over the world. Unfortunately due to stormy sea conditions the race length had to be halved and all crews set off from Monkstown. There was strong Clare representation with three teams from West Clare Currach Club involved. Doonbeg's Leah O Sullivan and Eoin Coyle were one of the earlier crews out

and set a blistering pace to come home as the fastest Currach of the day. Clarecastle's Ruth Hurley, Bronagh Brennan and Tricia Ward and the Kildysart trio of Steve Kearney, Maeve Shanahan and Pa MacMahon would set off 15 minutes later and come home as the fastest and second fastest three hand Currachs respectively. All Clare boats featured very highly in the overall leaderboard which was a fantastic achievement as the terrible weather conditions would not normally suit the west Clare boats in race conditions.

FOLK festival running in North Clare this weekend is set to become the first carbon neutral festival to take place in Ireland. Doolin Folk Festival takes place from Friday to Sunday (June 10th to 12th) bringing three stages of folk from top Irish and international acts across the three days. Susan O’Neill, Mary Black, Damien Dempsey, Ye Vagadbons, Séan Keane and Tara Breen are among the performers for the eighth annual Doolin Folk Festival. Set in Hotel Doolin, the first carbon neutral hotel in Ireland, Doolin Folk Festival is run by Doolin Arts, the hotel’s non-profit vehicle for supporting the arts in North Clare. All Doolin Arts events, including the Doolin Folk Festival, are run on a non-profit basis ensuring that 100 per cent of the ticket revenue goes directly to artists, crew and the delivery of the festival. Regular attendees at music festivals at home and abroad, the team at Hotel Doolin have always wanted to ensure that The Doolin Folk Festival was a truly sustain-

able festival, with a positive impact on the environment and the arts community and the first carbon neutral music festival in the country. “If a small festival like the us can achieve carbon neutrality and pay a fair rate to performers then there is no reason the bigger festivals, with all their resources and profit generated, cannot strive to do the same,” Managing Director of Hotel Doolin, Donal Minihane outline. There will be no single use or plastic packaging or products in use at this year’s festival, no printed programmes, wrist bands will be compostable, all energy used will be from renewable sources and they will be planting 500 native trees onsite with hometree.ie ahead of the festival to add to the 700 they already planted earlier in the year. Taking inspiration from the great festivals of the 70s and 80s like Lisdoonvarna, Doolin is an intense musical journey and the Folk Festival is a highlight of the summer festival season.

Tickets are close to selling out, don’t miss Doolin Folk Festival, 10-12 June: https:// www.doolinfestivals.ie/

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Experience a great day out at one of Clare’s Atlantic Blue-Flag beaches at Cappa Pier Kilrush, Fanore, Kilkee, Lahinch, Spanish Point, White Strand Doonbeg, or White Strand Miltown Malbay. Enjoy miles of beaches and brilliant activities from swimming and surfing to kayaking and paddleboarding. Or, head to Kilrush’s Blue-Flag marina and the wonderful West Coast Aqua Park. Clare’s coastal beaches with Green Coast Awards include Seafield Quilty, Bishops Quarter Ballyvaughan, and Carrigaholt beach.

Clare County Council’s Lifeguard Service has been front and centre in ensuring visitors enjoy a safe and enjoyable trip to the county’s pristine Blue Flag and Green Coast beaches and marinas.

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Take to a Lake

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Lough Derg has two of Ireland’s few inland blue-flag beaches at Ballycuggeran (Killaloe) and Mountshannon. Both are excellent for water activities, and each has water-side picnic facilities. Water activity options include sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Ballycuggeran also has Ireland’s newest Aqua Park! Ballyalla Lake in Ennis, holder of a Green Coast Award, is also well worth a visit for onthe-water activity.

A comprehensive, daily lifeguard service from 11:00am to 7:00pm operates from 4th June to 31st August at Lahinch, Spanish Point, Kilkee and Fanore. The lifeguard service at White Strand Miltown Malbay, White Strand Doonbeg, Cappa, Mountshannon, Killaloe (Ballycuggeran) and Ballyalla, Ennis will operate for weekends in June, with full time cover starting on 27th June. Lifeguard cover at Bishops Quarter and Seaﬁeld will operate full time from 27th June. Full-time cover will cease on August 31st, but lifeguards on the Blue Flag locations will continue the service during the ﬁrst two weekends of September.

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ENNISTYMON KNOWS HOW TO PUT ON A GOOD SHOW

l WINNERS: Pictured at Ennistymon Agricultural Show on Sunday were

(clockwise from top left): Gerry Scales of Ennistymon GAA urges on his Under 12 Tug of war team who came second overall; Eight year old Zoe Hynes from Ballyvaughan after winning the class one pony class with a 22 year old pony named Ballygawley Blitz; Presenting the Michael Nagle Cup to Robbie Leahy was Peter Pertival for a CHX yearling Bullock prize; Edith Hornsby and Gifty Hornsby won the champion of the show with their Black and White Cochhin; Inese Laizane originally from Latvia now living in Kilrush won first prize in the afternoon tea craft show section Photos by James Treacy

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SIXMILEBRIDGE/KILMURRY

lTEAM PLAYERS: The Sixmilebridge/Kilmurry Camogie team who competed in Kilmaley on Saturday

MALIN TO MIZEN lPRAYER: Fr Séamus Enright with Adevanir Pio da Costa Filho and Mauricio Locatelli from the Brazilian community and Sister Justyna, Sister Antonia and Olya Pluskwick from the Ukrainian community at the launch of Novena 2022 at the Redemptorists in Limerick NOVENA RETURNS LIMERICK’S Novena at the Redemptorists is back after a gap of three years on June 17th. “The past two years have been tough for us all,” according to Fr Seamus Enright speaking at the launch of NOVENA 2022 at the Redemptorists. “Just as we were recovering from the trauma of the coronavirus pandemic, we have had to deal with the war in Ukraine and galloping inflation. It is a time of disruption and uncertainty, which is why the theme of this year’s novena is Let us Dream. During the nine days of the novena, we will reflect on what the gospel has to say about the challenges we have to face today.” NOVENA 2022 has a new daily timetable (six celebrations each day) and several new features. The new features include a Family Day on June 20th and special celebrations with the Ukrainian and Brazilian communities. A highlight of the novena each year is the Celebration for First Communion

Classes. This will take place om June 21st at 11.30am. The free counselling service will be available again this year. “The counselling service is needed more than ever,” according to Fr Enright. “Lockdown was a difficult time for many people. Many people are grieving because of the difficulties and restrictions surrounding funerals. Many of us weren’t with loved ones when they died. There was also an increase in alcohol and drug addiction during the lockdown and an alarming increase in domestic violence.” Limerick’s Novena @ the Redemptorists runs from June 17th to June 25th. Novena Celebrations each morning at 7.30am, 10am, 11.30am and each evening at 6pm, 7.30pm and 9pm. The novena will be streamed on www. novena.ie and the 10am celebration each day will be broadcast on Radio Maria. Further information: Fr Seamus Enright @ 086-8325999

lFUNDRAISER: The South for Susan and Antoinette charity cycle from Malin to Mizen is making great progress. The crew arrived in Donegal Town on Sunday in plenty of time to watch the Munster hurling final, with their GoFundMe exceeding their target of €10,000 on the same day. Pictured are the cyclists and back up crew on the start line at Malin Head.

KILDYSART LIBRARY OPENING HOURS FROM 31st May the revised opening hours for Kildysart Library are:

QUIN TIDY TOWNS WORK of the Quin Tidy Towns volunteers is leaving the village in wonderful condition. The old pump outside the church is getting a new look and the flowers are starting to bloom. The picnic area on the Tulla Road is well worth a visit too after a huge makeover. Committee members of the Tidy Towns are now calling on all estate residents to help Quin secure more marks in this year’s

competition by engaging with them in keeping your estate as weed free and as tidy as possible. The Tidy Towns committee have offered to assist residents with a litter pick on a day or evening that suits. Local children have also been invited to leave their handprints in paint on the wooden fence surrounding the Bottle Bank. This will take place on Saturday June 11th between 3 and 4pm.

FARMER'S MARKET MALACHY’S Bar Farmers Market continues on the third Sunday of each month with the next market taking place on June 19th. For queries relating to the Farmers Market,

please email malachysbarquincoclare@ gmail.com and follow Malachys Bar Quin on Instagram and Facebook for regular updates.

Tuesday 1pm – 5pm & 6pm – 8pm. Thursday 1pm – 5pm & 6pm – 8pm. Friday 10am –1 pm & 1.30pm – 4.30pm. Membership is free and all are welcome.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT X-PO SOUTHERN CROSS, SATURDAY 11TH JUNE AT 8PM X-PO is delighted to host the band Southern Cross live in concert on Saturday June 11th at 8.00p.m. Southern Cross is a 2 piece outfit with Milo Phelan on vocals and guitar and Ciaran Collins on guitar. The duo plays a wide range of music

including country, blues, folk and country rock covering artists such as Gordon Lightfoot, Tom Waits and many others. Southern Cross mainly gig in Clare at various venues including Fanny O'Deas, Kilshanny House and the Estuary Café in Ballinacally.

Both events are free of charge. Donations to X-PO welcome.

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Two Clare companies win at National Enterprise Awards

ORPEY Wood Products Ltd, who are supported by Local Enterprise Office Clare, were winners at this year’s National Enterprise Awards, writes Stuart Holly. Torpey Wood Products Ltd took home

lWELL DESERVED: (left) Torpey Wood Products took home the South West Region award while ABC Nutritionals Ltd (above)received an Outstanding Achievement award

the South West Region award. Torpey, from Sixmilebridge, is a manufacturer and brand retailer of hurley products. Current products sold by Torpey include Bambú hurleys, ash hurleys, grips, hurling balls and apparel. There was also an Outstanding Achieve-

ment Award presented on the night to an individual or company who has excelled in recent years. This award went to ABC Nutritionals Ltd. The Shannon based business, established in 2007 are a private label manufacturer of

sports, weight management and lifestyle nutrition products. They have double their workforce and turnover since 2018 with 68 now employed and hope to reach 100 by 2025 with a new facility in development.

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Shannon Estuary Way launch brand new website

by PÁRAIC McMAHON NEW Promotinoal website has been launched for the Shannon Estuary Way. Clare and Limerick are incorporated on the route with the website officially launched by Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform, Patrick O’Donovan (FG) on Monday. Development of the website is a result of the collaborative work between business and community representatives right around the Shannon Estuary Way. The initial funding for the project came through Clare County Council to the Labasheeda Le Chéile Group, to support the development of cycling routes in Labasheeda. However, the group, a number of whom were participating on the Shannon Estuary Way Destination Development programme, saw the opportunity to create a greater platform to promote the Shannon Estuary Way as a whole, and better support local businesses and communities. Work began in November and a num-

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ber of sub-groups focused on developing content under the key promotional areas for the Shannon Estuary Way, which include Heritage, Wellness, Cycling and Water. Manus McGee as Chairperson headed the Shannon Estuary Way Steering Group and is also a member of the Labasheeda Le Chéile Group. “We are very satisfied that the completed website represents the authentic identity of this unique and scenic tourism route. We are particularly proud that the website reflects true collaboration, with a large number of people in both Clare and Limerick working together for the greater good of the destination,” Mr. McGee stated. Agnes O’Shaughnessy of Clare Local Development Company said: “It’s exciting for Clare Local Development Company and West Limerick Resources to see such momentum building through the training programme. We have supported the businesses and communities of the Shannon Estuary Way since it was first launched. We are delighted to have been able to secure LEADER funding.”

lTOURISM: Back: Rosie McMahon, Kevin Sheahan (Cathaoirleach of the Municipal District of Adare-Rathkeale), Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD, Anne Kellet, Declan Hallet, Donie O'Connor, Aoibheann Boyle (The Tourism Space. Front: Manus McGee, Caitriona Scully (West Limerick Resources) Photo by Paul Corey

Shannon Chamber wins Most Successful Policy category at Chambers Ireland Awards RETAINED FIRE-FIGHTER PANELS (PART-TIME) Clare County Fire & Rescue Service is currently recruiting staff for inclusion on panels for the following stations: • Kilkee • Killaloe • Kilrush • Shannon Candidates must live and work within 2.4 km of the Fire Station and be available to attend drills and fire alerts. Application forms and further particulars may be obtained by requesting same from the Human Resources Department, Clare County Council at 065-6846528, via e-mail: recruitment@clarecoco.ie or can be downloaded from the following website: www.clarecoco.ie. Garda vetting will apply prior to any appointment(s) that are made. Completed applications must be emailed to: recruitment@clarecoco.ie not later than 4.00 p.m. on Thursday 30th June 2022 Clare County Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the Community. Scriobh chugainn as gaeilge más fearr leat.

lCOMMERCE: Helen Downes, CEO, Shannon Chamber, Ian Talbot, CEO, Chambers Ireland and Joe Creegan, Head of Corporate Life and Pensions at Zurich Ireland Photo by Finbarr O'Rourke

SHANNON Chamber has been announced as the winner of the ‘Most Successful Policy Campaign’ category in Chambers Ireland’s Awards 2022, writes Elaine Tubridy. The awards, hosted by Chambers Ireland and sponsored by Zurich, recognise the outstanding work of chambers of commerce throughout the country in

supporting local, regional, and national business Shannon Chamber’s entry into this category was the preparation of the business case for a multi-annual, fully funded regional air access recovery and growth action plan presented to Government. The business case was prepared by Shannon Chamber in collaboration with

the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF), and supported by Ennis, Limerick, and Galway Chambers. The objective of this policy campaign was to demonstrate that, while the funding allocated by Government to support Irish airports up to 2021 was welcome, a reform of funding strategy would be needed in the future. The collective business and hospitality representative grouping wanted the Government to consider providing three forms of sustained multi-annual funding to Shannon and other regional airports to enable them to sustain operations as they recovered from the pandemic and to ensure that critical routes to and from North America, UK, and Europe would return as soon as possible. The financial model prepared as part of this initiative was described as innovative by elected representatives in the Mid-West and cited as a clear indication that the Chambers and the IHF wanted to present a solution to Government to aid the restoration of air connectivity to Ireland. Commenting on this success, Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes said: “We are honoured to receive this award as it was a campaign that involved collaboration with both the IHF and our neighbouring chambers and pro-active engagement with our local and regional TDs, who understood the need for support of this nature at a key time for the aviation sector."

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MUNSTER SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL: CLARE 0-29 LIMERICK 1-29 (AET) AT SEMPLE STADIUM

FACTFILE CLARE: Frees for: 14 (5/7/0/2) Wides: 15 (7/4/3/1) Spread of scorers: 7 Scores from play: 0-18 Top scorer: Tony Kelly (0-13 0-5f, 0-1 SC) Bookings: Conor Cleary (50) Own puckouts won: 35 from 49 (71%)

LIMERICK: Frees for: 19 (8/8/2/1) Wides: 19 (4/11/1/3) Spread of scorers: 10 Scores from play: 1-20 Top scorer: Aaron Gillane (0-10 0-7f) Bookings: NONE Own puckouts won: 28 from 44 (64%)

DOWN, BUT NOT OUT

REFEREE: John Keenan (Wicklow)

PLAYER WATCH: RORY HAYES Minutes Played: 90 Possessions: 14 (6/5/3/0) Passes: 11 (6/4/1/0) Long Passes: 4 (1/2/1/0) Short Passes: 7 (5/2/0/0) Hurley Pass: 11 (6/4/1/0)

Tackles: 5 (1/3/0/1) Hooks: 0 Blocks: 2 (1/0/1/0) Turn Overs For: 3 (0/0/3/0) Turn Overs Against: 1 (0/0/1/0) Frees Won: 2 (0/1/1/0) Frees Lost: 0

COMMENT: BRIAN LOHAN, CLARE MANAGER: “We came down here to win and we obviously have a very disappointed dressing room. We came close to winning but we didn’t do it. That’s sport, it’s tough but that’s life”. “They are a great bunch, they give everything. They are very committed, they worked really hard, they were very well tuned in for the game but we met a really good opponent. It’s very disappointing for everyone in there. What can you say”. “They devote their lives to play for the county and their clubs, they are an exceptional bunch, it’s disappointing for them that they didn’t get the reward. “There is a big question mark now, we will have to get ourselves tuned in for two weeks time. We have to have a think about it. We are still in the championship. We put a lot into the Munster championship, we have been talking about it all year so we will see what happens from now. “We represent a great county, we feel we are in a privileged position to represent the county, we really appreciate the support we have received.” JOHN KIELY, LIMERICK MANAGER: “There was no quarter asked or given. It was a very honest performance from both sides and the game could have gone any way. I think our experience pulled us through at the finish and we were able to find those scores. “We started really, really well in extra time, we maybe could have put the game to bed a bit earlier. Against this Clare team you are going to earn every single score, they work really really hard. They are full of energy, we are thrilled with the result. “Gearoid Hegarty’s goal was vital, it kept us in tow. It closed the gap and helped us to a bit of a lead, the goal was absolutely crucial. Look, every score out there mattered today as we saw with Tony’s sideline score. It was a tremendous battle. Credit to both sides, they worked really hard and I am super proud of my guys. They have huge work put in over the last number of years. There are four weeks now to the semi-final and we are damn glad to have won today and be in the semi-final. “Seamus Flanagan’s performance was massive. He would have been disappointed with his performance in Ennis the last day when he struggled to get on ball... All credit to him today he worked really hard as did everybody”.

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Tony Kelly watches the final moments from the sideline and (below) Ian Galvin

Photos by Joe Buckley

Galvin wants ‘another cut’ at Treaty by SEAMUS HAYES AMIDST signing autographs for hundreds of young fans, Clare’s Ian Galvin took time to reflect on Sunday’s game. “Minutes after the final whistle it’s always hard to digest it properly but for the fans it was probably a fantastic contest, which went to extra time. We are still in the championship and hopefully we will have another cut off them later on in the season”, the corner forward told The Clare Echo. “We will have to watch it to truly enjoy it but it was a real battle out there, probably one for the ages. We are down and out at the moment but we are not out of the championship and we have the All-Ireland series to look forward to. Our focus will switch to that game which will take

place in two weeks time. We will digest it and we will see what went wrong and what went right and we will move

on then”, commented the Clonlara clubman. Having gone to secondary school in Ard Scoil Rís and college at

the University of Limerick, Ian is more familiar than most of the Clare teammates with their Limerick counterparts.

This insight ensures he doesn’t hold his opponents from the Treaty County on an almighty pedestal, Galvin admitted. “When you know so many of them it’s hard to be fearing them. Yes they have achieved a lot but at the end of the day we have hurled with so many of them, we nearly know more Limerick players than Clare players. Look they are a great team that have achieved so much, they are champions and they are champions again today for a reason.” Galvin concluded, “We will rest for a day or two and then go back to the drawing board and see where we can go from there. The beauty of the championship is that we are still there. It would be great to meet them again and have another cut off them.”

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ALL-IRELAND SNR FOOTBALL CH’SHIP QUALIFIERS, ROUND 2: CLARE 1-11 MEATH 1-09 AT CUSACK PARK, ENNIS

‘They will never die’ - Collins Cian O’Dea is fouled by Meath’s Cillian O’Sullivan Photo by Gerard O’Neill

FACTFILE CLARE: Frees for: 16 (6/10) Wides: 10 (2/8) Spread of scorers: 8 Scores from play: 1-08 Top scorer: Eoin Cleary (0-04 1f) Bookings: Own kickouts won: 14 from 17 (82%)

PLAYER WATCH: GAVIN COONEY

COLM COLLINS, CLARE SENIOR FOOTBALL MANAGER: “I thought the way we were kicking wides that we had blown it but the one thing about this crowd is that there is great character there and they will never die. Even when we have been beaten we have never lied down and they showed that again today”. “After the initial hangover after the Limerick game the lads realised that this was very much a live championship. The vibe at training was very good and people were going well. I was confident coming here today. The way we lost to Limerick was a killer. Limerick

were clinical with the penalties and we were poor. I am delighted to have had home advantage, we love playing here and I am delighted we came out at the right side of the result”. “We started really well and we were a lot more careful with our shooting but we got a bit careless with the breeze taking pot shots for no reason instead of playing onto the area where we would have got a score. People were thinking that the breeze would put the ball over the bar for them but you still must bring it into the proper position before you kick. Anyhow all’s well that ends well but we have a lot to tidy

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Alannah Ryan

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up. It would be fantastic to get to the last eight”. “Any team Andy (McEntee) has will play with spirit, they play with spirit, determination and heart and that’s what they had today. Initially we had fierce difficulty with them but in the last couple of games we have had fierce battles with them”. ANDY MCENTEE, MEATH SENIOR FOOTBALL MANAGER: “We were slow into the game. We always seem to give ourselves a bit of a mountain to climb. We didn’t take advantage of whatever breeze was in it. I have no complaints for Clare, they are always very hon-

Brennan not likely to face Roscommon by PÁRAIC McMAHON

MEATH: Frees for: 11 (5/6) Wides: 7 (2/5) Spread of scorers: 9 Scores from play: 0-06 Top scorer: Conor McGill (1-00 1’Pen) Bookings: Own kickouts won: 19 from 22 (86%)

REFEREE: Brendan Cawley (Kildare)

Minutes Played: 48 Possessions: 6 (5/1) Passes: 4 (4/0) Long Passes: 0 Short Passes: 4 (4/0) Foot Pass: 0 Hand Pass: 4 (4/0) Shots: 1 (0/1)

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Scores: 0 Wides: 1 (0/1) Dropped Short: 0 Tackles: 1 (0/1) Turnovers For: 1 (1/0) Turnovers Against: 0 Frees Won: 1 (1/0) Frees Lost: 0

est and there is seldom very much between us. We were very poor at the start and we conceded ball too easily for whatever reason. It’s hard to come out and put a good performance together after the performance against Dub- SCAN HERE FOR lin. We just MATCH REPORT made too many errors and a lot of very basic errors which cost us in the end”.

CILLIAN Brennan is battling be back in contention for Clare’s All-Ireland SFC qualifier with Roscommon this Saturday. Clare travel to Croke Park to take on the beaten Connacht finalists this Saturday with the tie at headquarters commencing at 3:45pm. Full-back Brennan missed out on Saturday’s two point win over Meath with a hamstring injury and is unlikely to feature this weekend. The twenty four year old has enjoyed a stellar National Football League campaign this year, he was forced off with injury in Clare’s Munster SFC quarter-final defeat to Limerick and was unavailable for selection in their first qualifier outing. Goalkeeper Stephen Ryan is also unavailable for the Roscommon clash, the Kilrush man sustained an injury during a training session prior to their meeting with Limerick at the end of April and has been out of action since. Colm Collins is understood to have a full panel to pick from apart from Brennan and Ryan. Cratloe’s Podge Collins is pushing strongly for a starting berth given the impact he made from the bench in Cusack Park, the 2013 All-Ireland SHC winner picked up a hamstring injury when introduced in the Limerick game.

ALL-IRELAND MINOR HURLING CH’SHIP: CLARE 0-21 LAOIS 1-12 AT CUSACK PARK, ENNIS BRIAN O’CONNELL, CLARE MANAGER: “We showed a big improvement today from the Galway game. I could see this morning and during the week that there was more energy there. There was plenty rest after the Galway game as they were tired both m e n tally and physically. They were in good form this morning. “In the second half we were playing into a fairly strong breeze and we had to dig deep. Fair play to Laois, we knew that they weren’t going to lie down. They put it up to us in the second half but we dug deep to see it out. “We have been fairly solid all year in defence, the lads are really good to read the game and with their tackling and doing all the basics really well. They were rock solid again today and needed to be especially in the last quarter. “We could have been more ahead in that final period but their goalkeeper made three one on one saves...We will freshen up again this week. We have been on the road for a while, fairly busy over the last few months. Offaly beat Laois in the Leinster final and we will be primed and ready to go when we meet. “Having had eight championship games so far is unbelievable, such young lads have experienced so many varieties of things this year, ups and downs. Some lads will be 22 or 23 before they have the experience these lads have had. It would be great to beat Offaly in the semi-final. “It’s brilliant for the confidence to have won today. Winning becomes a habit and brings confidence back into the squad. Losing the Munster final registered as a loss, if we had lost three in a row it would have been very disappointing but I am glad to have got a win today.” REFEREE: Brian Keon (Galway)

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Cian Neylon keeps his concentration as he takes on the Laois defence Photo by Gerard O’Neill

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Newmarket win on penos Irwin wins Pat McGuire Cup by SEAMUS HAYES

NEWMARKET Celtic were crowned Michael O’Gorman Youths Cup champions on Saturday after overcoming Avenue Utd on penalties. After normal and extra time, it finished 1-1 with Adam Cusack netting the equaliser for Celtic in the second half after Avenue had taken the lead before half time via Kaden Deegan-Herlihy. Tadhg Noonan who appeared for Newmarket’s first team during the Premier Division earlier this season was put as goal-

keeper for the penalty shootout, swapping with Alan Roche and it proved to be an inspired decision as he made two saves in the shootout with Celtic finishing on top 3-1 in penalties. His counterpart, Leon Whyte who is only under sixteen was very impressive between the posts throughout for Avenue. Cael Gaffney was named as player of the match with Daniel Cregan’s charges giving the Newmarket club a much needed shot in the arm. Photo by Joe Buckley

Russell makes history in Avenue Utd double by PÁRAIC McMAHON

N THE immediate aftermath of guiding Avenue Utd to a first League and Cup double in 11 years, manager David Russell was already eyeing up future success with the club. Ollie Byrnes published a history of the Ennis club in 2008 to mark its 25th anniversary but when any updated publication is produced, David Russell will feature prominently. Indeed, the Clarecastle native made his own bit of history by becoming the first person to captain and manage the club to win the double. Their League decider against Newmarket Celtic was one of the toughest contests they faced this year. “It couldn’t have gone any harder, it went right down to the wire, it was unbelievable. I’m looking out at the players, they got us there and we’re only the facilitators for the lads that organised the training to get them fit, once they cross the white line they are the boys to do the business and they’ve done it all year.” He added, “This is our 40th game this season, it shows how far we’ve come to have played 40 games, we’ve won 34 games this season and scored about 150 goals, it’s been unbelievable, the players out there are the heroes. “I need to decompress for a few days to take it all in, Dylan Casey the skipper

with the equaliser a right foot volley – unbelievable. Credit to Newmarket, they are absolute champions, we said there would be a kickback and they were unbelievable, they fought for every ball, they were like dogs and they put us to the pin of our collar, thankfully we’ve come out on the other side”. Ordinarily, the ex-centrehalf would admit to being calm in the minutes subsequent to the final whistle but as he spoke with The Clare Echo his blood pressure was beginning to drop following a pulsating finale. “My head is thumping, I need to decompress and step back out of it. “The best team always wins the league, we’re top of the table, we were the best team this year and now

we’re going to push on.” Ending a trophy drought that began in 2013 was important for the club’s first team, Russell stressed. “It’s been a long time and you can see what it means to everybody, all the old guns are out here, all the boys who supported us through thick and thin, it’s brilliant and great to see”. Of the environment in Roslevan, Russell remarked, “I’ve never seen an atmosphere like that in Roslevan, the crowd was unbelievable, we were under pressure but at 1-0 we knew a goal would get us back into this, we didn’t panic, at half time we were composed, we didn’t play as well as we had during the year but that is credit to Newmarket.”

MEMBERS of the Ennis senior men’s social group played for the Pat McGuire memorial cup last week when Michael Irwin emerged as the winner with 42 points. He won on a countback from Tim Kelly who also returned 42 points while Michel Dempsey was in third spot, a point back. The 9 hole competition was won by Pat Cahill with 20 points. The Ennis lady captain’s (Ann White) prize to the men, a golfer of the year competition, was won by Diarmuid Meere (13) with 66 nett. He was one ahead of David Cassidy (15) with Jim Griffin (17) in third with 68. Martin O’Neill (7) won the gross with 75 while the category winners were Alfred Jones (9) with 72, Ian Myatt (10) and Philip Brigdale (22) with 69. The Friday open singles was won by David Considine (41) with 41 points from Brian O’Connell, Woodstock (39) with 40 points with third spot filled by Andrew McGloin (9) also with 40 points. Sean Myatt (scratch) won the gross with 37 points. The Tuesday fourball was won by Eddie Glenny and Damon Murphy with 33 points from Tim Kelly and Tom Woulfe with 32, G. Wilkins and Andrew McGloin with 30, Steve Burns and Michael Irwin with 30. EAST CLARE GOLF CLUB: The ladies 18 hole stableford competition on Sunday was won by Noreen Skehan with 34 points. The ladies Wednesday competition was won by Mary Bugler, Teresa Bradley and Joan Kinsella with 33 points from Kay Grimes, Margaret MacNamara and Marie Kelly with 32 points. In the ladies 9 hole re-entry competition the winner was Mary Farrell with 42 points from Mary Bugler with 39 with Margaret Lynch in third spot with 38 points. Last week’s senior men’s competition was won by Tom Larkin and Sean Ahern from Steve Lynch and Kevin Wallis with third spot filled by Kevin Burke and John Fahy. The men’s open singles on Thursday was won by Terry Coughlan with 41 points from Donal O’Grady with 40 points with third spot filled by Noel Nash with 38 points. DROMOLAND GOLF CLUB: The men’s competition at Dromoland at the weekend was a rumble which was won by Mark Reynolds and Niall Cannon with 55 points. They had one to spare over Adam Merriman and Robert Deegan, and third placed Alan White and Seamus Lawlor. KILRUSH GOLF CLUB: The vice captains, Stephanie Roughan and Ber-

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nard Coleman’s prizes will be played for this Saturday and a timesheet will be in operation. Meanwhile the competition over the weekend was a team of three sponsored by Shannonside. The winners with 95 points were Tom Dillon, Matthew Dillon and Thomas Mullins. In second place with 86 points were Terry O’Hare, Declan Kearns and Thomas Coffey followed by John M Cuggeran, Michael Miniter and Anthony Gilmartin with 84 points. Last week’s ladies competition was won by Mary Bolton (19) with 40 points from Jean Lorigan (33) with 37 points with third spot filled by Claire Pyne (22) also with 37 points. WOODSTOCK GOLF CLUB: The weekly seniors outing on Tuesday was won by Paddy Meehan, Greg Fogarty and Mike Foley with 47 points. Michael Ensko (23) won the open singles with 45 points. Jason Considine (1) won the gross with 38 points while the category winners were Barry Scanlan (12) with 41 points, Martin White (19) with 44 points and Darren Malone (29) wth 45 points. The weekend club singles competition saw David McNamara (28) claim the honours with 46 points while Ross Kenny Junior (-5) won the gross with 36 points. The category winners were Ken Horgan (8) with 40 points, John McBride (15) with 42 points and Noel Crowe (23) with 44 points. The Bank Holiday Monday team of four scramble was won by Barry Scanlan, Joe Colleran, John Baker and Aaron Lavery with 52.8 SHANNON GOLF CLUB: The Jim O’Donnell memorial was held last weekend when Jim Begley (24) emerged with the honours with a score of 63. Dermot O’Donoghue (6) won the gross with 71. In category A Bryan Power (4) won with 70 from John O’Connell (7) with 71, Larry Egan (13) won category B with 65. In category C the winner was Derry O’Neill (26) with 65. The 18 hole singles off the green tees was won by Bob McInerney (15) with 42 points from Kevin O’Loughlin (27) with 40 points with third spot filled by Liam Heffernan (17) with 39 points. Paul Kilbridge (8) won the men’s 9 hole singles with 22 points. The Pierce Purcell team defeated Kilrush and will play Woodstock in the next round. The mixed foursomes team play Spanish Point today at 4pm while the Jimmy Bruen team play Ennis on Sunday. The June medal (Paddy Carroll memorial) will be played for on this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. GORT GOLF CLUB: The open singles at Gort on Bank holiday Monday was won by John Hogan (27) with 43 points while Trevor Cummins (7) won the gross with 34 points. The Minihane’s SuperValu sponsored weekend singles was won by John Cunningham (17) with 46 points with the gross won by David Quirke (3) with 34 points. The category winners were Gerard Niland (6) with 39 points, Pat Corcoran (18) with 40 points and Eoin Mahon (26) with 45 points. John O’Donnell recorded a hole in one at the 8th. In the Friday open singles, Michael McNamara (29) was the winner with 38 points Meanwhile the ladies 18 hole singles last week resulted in Siobhan Forde (12) winning category 1 with 26 points.

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Burren Cycling Club gear up for Rás Tailteann

The St Francis Credit Union Clare Community Games U14 Camogie Competition took place on Saturday in Kilmaley. Six teams participated including Cratloe, first-timers Moylussa, Killanena/ Flagmount, Sixmilebridge/Kilmurry, Inch/Kilmaley/Connolly and eventual winners Doora/Barefield (pictured) who will now go forward to represent Clare in Munster

by PÁRAIC McMAHON

Ganja hopes to gun down rivals GANJA Guboxes is favourite to take the Golden Muzzle final this Saturday at Limerick greyhound stadium. Running in the opening semi-final on last Saturday night Ganja Gun went to as a 2/1 shot with Hazelhill Hazard installed the even money favourite to land the spoils after an eye-catching performance in behind Whats Up Jack last time out. However, this proved to be all oneway traffic as John Meehan of Newmarket and Fergus and Paddy Conlon of Cree runner made light work of the opposition in the end. Only moderately into stride from trap three, Ganja Gun was forced to settle for third early on as Adamant Approach led early with Vigorous Orla also pacing up well on the rails. Ganja Gun tucked in nicely at this point however, and after running a fine second bend, he outpaced his rivals down the back to take control at the penultimate bend mark. From here, it was a case of how far for the son of Sh Avatar and Killinan Reina as he powered clear of his rivals to claim an eight length success with a rapid time of 29.83 . Friday night’s Galway card was headlined by the concluding A2 graded contest over 525 yards and as the traps rose for the feature the John Quinn and Tarragh Cantwell of Gort owned Fast Fit Vic certainly lived up to his name with the manner of his trap exit and racing towards the opening bend the son of Ballymac Vic and Rossmult Martha led from Danmar Daniel and Pats Best Girl. Turning down the back Fast Fit Vic increased his advantage to over three lengths from Pats Best Girl who was now in a clear second place. Out front though the Declan McDonagh of Liscannor trained Fast Fit Vic was setting sail for home as he stayed on well to score by six and a half lengths from Pats Best Girl in 29.06. The Donal Duggan of Tulla trained Astro Podge (Ballymac Best-Dynamic Cool Sky) re-

ally lit up the card with his career best run in the A3 graded sixth contest as he saw off the late challenge of the slightly unlucky Tuesdays Hope by a length and a half in 28.98 and record his sixth career success from twelve outings. Away smartly in company with Brickhill Queen the Madden-Pepper Syndicate of Feakle owned runner grabbed the all-important rails position at the opening bend where he led by just over a length. Turning down the back straight Astro Podge kicked three lengths of Brickhill Queen as Tuesdays Hope moved through the traffic and began to close passing halfway . Rounding the home turn the leader began to come back to his rivals but Astro Podge was always going to prevail on the run to the line. In the early strides of race three which was an S7 graded contest Killeshil Star was fast to break rank and showing pace on the run towards the opening bend he led Wilbrook No Deal and Charmed by over a length. At the bend though the leader ran very wide and this allowed but Charmed and Wilbrook No Deal to join issue on the leaders inner off the home bend. On the run home the Claire Davoren of Ennistymon owned Wilbrook No Deal came through along the rails and the son of Bull Run Bolt and Tiermana Soda proved three parts of a length too strong for Killeshil Star at the line in 19.87. In the sixth contest on Saturdays nights card, the Pat Hogan of Ennis owned Aulton Super unlucky in some of his recent outings made no mistake this time as the son of Superior Product and Portumna West made all the running to defeat Breaghmore Rob by five lengths in 19.05. Very smartly into his stride Aulton Super led from Breaghnore Rob and Burrow Busty on the run towards the opening bend where he took two lengths out of his rivals. Tracking well the winner extended the advantage off the home bend to win going away in fine style.

FOR the first time since 1991, Clare will have a team of riders racing in the Rás Tailteann. Burren Cycling Club will partake in the five stage race which commences in Dublin on Wednesday June 15th and finishes in Dundalk on June 19th. Clare will host a stage once again for the Rás with stage three bringing riders from Newcastlewest to Lisdoonvarna- a gruelling 175 km’s the longest stage of this year’s RAS. Bellharbour’s Mark Shannon, a multiple Rás winner is currently one of Cycling Ireland’s top ranked riders, the winner of this year’s Crotty Cup in Kilrush is part of the Burren team. Their youngest member is 20year old Danny MacDonald (pictured) of Clooney, he won this year’s Lacey Cup. They are joined by former Connacht champion, Richard Meaney, Simon Kelly a former professional with the Sean Kelly/An Post squad, Adare’s Paul Kennedy a Masters 40 National Time Trial Champion while Clarecastle’s Ger Troy is the

team’s reserve rider. Cycling enthusiasts John Nilan and Patrick O’Donoghue set up Burren Cycling Club on November 28th 2003. The currently has over 110 members. To cater for a growing racing cohort Burren CC set up a racing side to the club to assist racing riders develop. The racing side of the club was formed in 2016. Burren CC have had its best racing year to date with multiple victories and placings in races across the country so far this year.

Known as Ireland’s number one elite cycling event for men, the Rás has changed its format this year to be spread across five days. This epic race began in 1953 and has been held every year since bar one in 2019 and was postponed because of Covid 19 in 2020 and 2021. It is one of Ireland’s top sporting events and has consistently brought world class sporting action and a significant economic boost to towns and villages nationwide.

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Fahy (née Grady), Teresa New Quay, Clare Date of Death: Tuesday 7th June 2022

Walsh (née Kelly), Mary Kilnamona, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 5th June 2022

Carmody, Barry Kilkee, Clare Date of Death: Thursday 2nd June 2022

Lawlor, Fr Brendan Tulla, Clare Date of Death: Tuesday 7th June 2022

Brogan (née Minogue), Maura Whitegate, Clare Date of Death: Friday 3rd June 2022

Brennan, Cyril Ennis, Clare Date of Death: Monday 6th June 2022

Cleary (née Fitzgerald), Una Kilmihil, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 4th June 2022

Corbett, Louis Clonlara, Clare Date of Death: Friday 3rd June 2022

Hegarty (née Dolan), Annie (Annemarie) Tulla, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 4th June 2022

O’ Sullivan, Patrick (Packie) Ennis, Clare Date of Death: Monday 6th June 2022

Jenkins, Douglas Shannon, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 5th June 2022

Casey (née Hehir), Mary Kilmaley, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 4th June 2022

McGrath, Mary Tulla, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 5th June 2022

Flanagan (née Tubridy), Mary Cree, Clare Date of Death: Monday 6th June 2022

Blunnie, Imelda Kilrush, Clare Date of Death: Friday 3rd June 2022

Hogan (née O’Loughlin), Mary Ennis, Clare Date of Death: Monday 6th June 2022

Maxwell, John Tarzan Newmarket-on-Fergus, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 4th June 2022

Mac Lochlainn, Colm Tubber, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 4th June 2022

Quinn, Seamus Meelick, Clare Date of Death: Friday 3rd June 2022

O’Halloran (née Hartnett), Maura Clarecastle, Clare Date of Death: Monday 6th June 2022

Salmon, Donal Meelick, Clare Date of Death: Friday 3rd June 2022

Close (née Quinn), Lily Spanish Point, Clare Date of Death: Wednesday 1st June 2022 Corry (née Frost), Kathleen Spancil Hill, Clare Date of Death: Wednesday 1st June 2022 Markham, Noel Kildysart, Clare Date of Death: Wednesday 1st June 2022 McCarthy, John Lisdoonvarna, Clare Date of Death: Wednesday 1st June 2022 McNamara, Michael Mullagh, Clare O’Gorman, Christopher Kilmurry Mcmahon, Clare Date of Death: Wednesday 1st June 2022

NIHILL (2ND ANNIVERSARY) In loving memory of Geraldine Nihill (Nee Barry), Ros na Ri, Shanaway Road, Ennis and Roslevan who passed away on June 15th 2020. Sadly missed always by family, relatives, friends, neighbours, colleagues, and students. Although we will always miss you and it’s so hard being apart, we haven’t really lost you you’re still here in all our hearts. Remembering you is easy we do it every day, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. Rest easy our Ger and mind us as only you could do, we were blessed in our lives to have loved someone like you. Second Anniversary Mass takes place on Saturday June 11th at 6.30pm in The Cathedral, Ennis.

PLANNING CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL 594 GLENAIFREANN, NEWMARKET-ONFERGUS, CO. CLARE, V95 V8P3 Take Notice that We, Chandima & Aroshima Gamage intend to apply to Clare County Council for Permission for the construction of an extension to existing dwelling house to comprise of Kitchen/Dining, two bedrooms and Bathroom. We are also applying for permission to demolish existing extension to rear of dwelling including ancillary site works at above address. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority of Clare County Council, Planning Department, Aras Contae an Chlair, New Road, Ennis, Co. Clare during its public opening hours. A submission or Observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL ATTYERRILA, RUAN, CO. CLARE Take notice that Noel & Teresa O’Loughlin intend to apply Clare County Council for planning permission to retain & complete works to dwelling house presently under construction. The works involve the following alterations to the house permitted under planning reference P15/189, the appropriate period for which was extended by planning reference P20/274 – • Provision of single storey extension to rear of house • Alteration of design of house from dormer to storey and a half with consequent elevational changes. • Relocation of waste water treatment system and percolation area from front to rear of dwelling house. • The provision of all ancillary works The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority, Clare County Council planning department, Aras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis,

Co. Clare during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL GORTEEN, QUIN, CO. CLARE V95NX70 Take notice that MICHAEL MURPHY intends to apply for permission to RETAIN: 5 no. velux windows in rear roof & Dormer Window in lieu of Velux stipulated by Condition 2 of grant of planning reference P04/2183 in the dwelling house and alterations to fenestration on the Garage granted under planning P06/1991 & all other associated site and ancillary works at the above address. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, during its public opening hours. A submission

or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL POULAWILLIN, MILTOWN MALBAY, CO. CLARE Take notice that Annette Crowley Luke intends to apply for outline permission to build a new dwelling, garage, install a wastewater treatment system & all other associated site and ancillary works at the above address. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the authority on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL MOYRIESK, QUIN, CO. CLARE FURTHER INFORMATION/REVISED PLANS Planning Ref: P22/221 Development Description: Planning permission to construct a new dwelling house, private garage, site entrance, access road and on-site wastewater treatment system along with all other associated site works and services at the above address. Location: Moyriesk, Quin, Co. Clare Take notice that James Casey has lodged significant further information in respect of planning application P22/221. This information and planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority of Clare County Council, Planning Department, Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis, Co. Clare during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the further information or revised plans may be made in writing to the planning authority

on payment of the prescribed fee, not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the planning authority or in the case of a planning application accompanied by an EIS within 5 weeks of receipt of such notices by the planning authority. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL CAPPAGH MORE, BAREFIELD, ENNIS, CO. CLARE FURTHER INFORMATION/REVISED PLANS Planning Reference No: P21/1394 Development Description: Outline permission for a Dwelling House and Garage, new Site Entrance, connect to proprietary Waste Water Treatment System, a bored Well and carry out all ancillary site works. Location: Cappagh More, Barefield, Ennis, Co. Clare. Take notice that Ciara Fahy has lodged significant Further Information in respect of Planning Application P21/1394. This information and planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable costs of mak-

ing a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority of Clare County Council, Planning Department, Aras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis, Co. Clare during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the Further Information or Revised Plans may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the newspaper notice and site notice by the Planning Authority or in the case of a Planning Application accompanied by an EIS within 5 weeks of receipt of such notices by the Planning Authority.

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PLANNING Continued from page 27 CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL LISSANE EAST, CLARECASTLE, CO. CLARE Take notice that Brendan Talty, intends to apply to the Planning Authority for retention of garage and car port attached to the rear of the dwelling house and retention of an additional chimney at the above address. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, New Road, Ennis, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the

application may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL LACKANNASHINNAGH, KILDYSART, CO. CLARE Take notice that Damien Murtagh & Roisín Walsh intend to apply to the planning authority for permission to (a) demolish an existing extension to the Northwest side of an existing dwelling house, (b) permission to construct an extension to the Southeast side of the existing house, (c) permission to carry out alterations to the existing dwelling and

(d) upgrade the existing sewage treatment system, along with ancillary works at the above address. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, Clare County Council, Aras Contae an Chlair, New Road, Ennis during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL KILLERK EAST, DARRAGH, ENNIS,

CO. CLARE Take notice that Matthew Griffin & Orla Kelly intend to apply to the planning authority for permission to construct a new dwelling house and garage complete with a new entrance, sewage treatment system and ancillary works at the above address. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, Clare County Council, Aras Contae an Chlair, New Road, Ennis during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt

by the planning authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL BURRENFADDA, CRANNY, CO. CLARE Take notice that Eoin O’Connor & Charlotte Hayward intend to apply to the planning authority for (a) permission to construct an extension to the west side of the existing dwelling house and (b) permission to carry out alterations to the existing dwelling and (c) upgrade the existing sewage treatment system, along with ancillary works at the above address. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority, Clare County Council,

Aras Contae an Chlair, New Road, Ennis during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the planning authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL DRUMELLIHY, CREE, CO. CLARE Take notice that R. Browne intends to apply to the Planning Authority for permission to extend existing dwelling house and to install foul sewer system & percolation area at the above address. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not

exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.

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