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by PÁRAIC McMAHON

HANNON AIRPORT’s bounce back is set to continue into the August Bank Holiday weekend as it prepares to welcome 40,000 passen-

Lauren Conway, Emer Hynes and Keelin Fitzgerald are all smiles after the Clare minor ladies recorded a comprehensive 5-07 0-12 semi-final win over Armagh at Pearse Park, Longford last Wednesday Photo by Burren Eye Photography

gers. Pent-up demand to fly overseas remains evident in Shannon with destinations such as Malaga, the Canary Islands, Alicante, Barcelona and Malta proving popular. Of disappointment however this week is the insistence of Aer Lingus not to review the closure of its cabin crew base at Shannon. The airline ended operations at the base last year, offering those impacted

redeployment to either Dublin or Cork, or an agreed severance package. Speaking in response to Clare TD, Cathal Crowe (FF) before the Oireachtas Transport Committee, Aer Lingus Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Donal Moriarty warned that any review of the decision could put Shannon’s transatlantic routes in jeopardy. Meanwhile, three new airbridges are to be installed at the Airport at a cost of €1.8m in what is Shannon Group’s latest investment in a suite of airport enhancement projects which are to total close to €10m.

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“BRAIN drain” is impacting on the South Clare region falling under the auspices of the Shannon Municipal District, writes Páraic McMahon. Following the recent appointment of Clonlara based Jason Murphy as Acting Director of Services within Clare County Council to co-ordinate the response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, the Shannon MD is now without a senior executive officer. Prior to this, environmental warden Norah Murphy and rural development officer Jennifer O’Brien recently vacated their roles in the Shannon MD. Too much change has been occurring among staff in the area over the past decade, Cllr Gerry Flynn (IND) lamented. “Officials are barely touching down in the Shannon MD before they are pulled out again, it is a brain drain and a work-force drain and the Shannon MD is suffering the most, more than West Clare, Ennis or Killaloe”.

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'You have to live up to the name' - FMCI

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Farmer puts bales outside graveyard

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SHANNON based company continues to break new ground in the area of connected and autonomous vehicles. Ireland’s first testbed for future mobility has the goal of stimulating research, development and innovation in the area of Autonomous Connected Electric Shared Vehicles (ACES), including Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAV) is located in the Shannon Free Zone. Future Mobility Campus Ireland (FMCI) was officially opened by the Tánaiste, Leo Varadkar (FG) earlier this month, the company was founded in September 2019 by Russell Vickers and Wassim Derguech, the duo now hold the roles of Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer respectively. A milestone Hosting the launch was a milestone considering the efforts made during the pandemic to keep the project on track. Both Russell and Wassim previously worked together at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) in Shannon as an engineering manager and agile delivery lead. Without question JLR’s arrival gave a lift to the Free Zone both in terms of employment but also the impressive infrastructure of its building. It too served as a driving force foe the duo to launch FMCI. “We founded the company basically because we were looking to get funding from the Regional Enterprise Development Fund. I was previously with Jaguar Land Rover, my background is in micro-chip design, I moved into automotive through Intel in Shannon, then to Jaguar Land Rover in Shannon, once JLR came to the region it was a real kick off piece, the brand and everything, everyone got really excited, from us being inside in JLR we wanted to push that forward and create something for the region, that is ultimately what Future Mobility Campus Ireland is,” Russell outlined.

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Working in a novel space brings it own challenges which Russell and the team are relishing. “It’s exciting because there are so many challenges, a lot of these problems are really difficult, people think it is just autonomous cars but that is difficult to do and to do it everywhere, it is easy to do it on a motorway but it is really difficult to do on a road in West Clare where it’s getting tight with boreens and hedges, those problems are always harder to solve”. The bat cave Initial plans for FMCI’s headquarters did not emphasis a future aspect significantly with a slight revision working well and leading Russell to equate their facility as “the bat cave”. He explained, “If you call something Future you have to live up to the name, our plans originally for the building were a bit more modest but as we started to move forward it changed. The type of companies that are going to be developing products here are world class companies, you have to give them a world class space to develop and thankfully that is here. The whole area, the Shannon Free Zone is transforming”. Approximately 14,000 square feet, FMCI’s campus has four work bays, an open plan office space, dedicated labs and a

control room. There’s much more to it, Russell stressed. “That is what you see within the building but we also have the whole Free Zone as a smart city for us, we have fibre running around the whole of the Free Zone and then all of our smart sensing technologies are around different lampposts around the Free Zone. We’ve got the building and the city, then we have a private testing area which is essentially looks like a giant car park but it is a very challenging car park area and that was developed with companies like Valeo and basically that is for testing parking. The last thing we’ve added is the vertiport where we’re looking at drones, that is located where the old long-term car park is, that is where we’re going to be able to fly and we want to expand those services as we go”. Four people are working full-time at FMCI’. Former senior VP of Analog Devices, Dick Meaney, Caolan Bushell the Vice President of Business Development for Mergon Group, CEO of the Western Development Commission Tomás Ó Síocháin, Head of Department of Flexible Learning at TUS Orlaith Borthwick and Clare County Council's Director of Economic Development, Liam Conneally are among FMCI's Directors.

lSILAGE: A farmer has placed silage bales to deter illegal encampments

by PÁRAIC McMAHON BALES of silage have put been out by a local farmer to deter illegal encampments from pitching up outside a graveyard in Sixmilebridge. Temporary silage bales have been placed outside Ballysheen Graveyard “to stop illegal camping” on ground given to Clare County Council by a local farmer to facilitate parking, Cllr Alan O’Callaghan (FF) outlined. He tabled a proposal before the July meeting of the Killaloe Municipal District requesting the local authority to carry out works to alleviate local concerns. Acting senior executive engineer, Derek Troy said that staff in the Killaloe MD recently met with representatives in Ballysheen “to discuss options for improvement of parking on the public road adjacent to the graveyard. It is expected that arrangements will be made by agreement with the landowner to remove the bales”. The Killaloe MD intends to undertake maintenance works and mark parking spaces, subject to available funding, he added. O’Callaghan emphasised that he was not in agreement with taking away the bales “until something long term is actually done in order to stop the issue of illegal encampments.”.

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Three new airbridges to be installed

by PÁRAIC McMAHON THREE new airbridges are to be installed at Shannon Airport at a cost of €1.8m. Shannon Group’s latest investment is part of a suite of airport enhancement projects which are to total close to €10m. Phase one of the airbridge investment plan includes the installation of three 60 tonne airbridges which will see the airport’s six airbridges replaced over the next three years. Airbridges are used to board passengers directly from the airport terminal building on to aircraft without exposing passengers and crew to the elements. It took over two days to install the first of the three airbridges, this was completed at Shannon Airport in recent days using multiple cranes to fit it to the terminal building. The airbridge manufactured by CIMC-Tiana Airport Support in China is capable of accommodating over 22 types of large aircraft, excluding some smaller regional jets, it arrived in Shannon after a long journey halfway across the globe from Shenzhen. A further two airbridges will be replaced later this year, and in early 2023, with plans to replace the remaining three airbridges during phase two of the project at a later stage. CEO of Shannon Group, Mary Considine said the investment is part of “future proofing the airport infrastructure”. She stated, “We are extremely grateful for the funding support from the Department of Transport”.

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AIB 'must learn how to treat customers' lU-TURN: AIB Shannon Branch Photo by Joe Buckley

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IB must ‘learn how to treat customers’ in the wake of their reversal to scrap plans to make 70 of its 170 branches cashless. Ennistymon, Killaloe, Kilrush and Shannon were due to become cashless branches from the end of September following a shock announcement by AIB on Tuesday last. However, the bank reversed the decisiom amid considerable backlash

from business groups, consumers, farming and rural organisations and politicians. In a statement announcing the u-turn, AIB said it recognised the “customer and public unease” caused by their plans to no longer offer cash or cheque services. Reacting to the reversal, Clare TD Joe Carey (FG) said it was now incumbent on banks to keep customers and the Government informed for future decisions which will impact services to the public. He described the original plans as “tonedeaf ”. He stated, “While I’m glad that the bank listened to its customers and public

representatives and abandoned the plan, the consequences show there are lessons to be learned for all banks in how they treat customers. All customers, particularly those who are vulnerable and do not bank online, are entitled to full access to basic banking services and should not worry about how they will make deposits or withdrawals simply because they prefer cash transactions. As part of their license, banks should be obliged to provide an expected service such including cash transactions throughout their network in order to ensure that decisions such as that recommended by the board of AIB don’t happen again”.

No plans to expand Ennis gynae department HEALTH officials have confirmed there are no plans to expand the gynaecology department at Ennis Hospital, writes Páraic McMahon. Recent figures detailed that the average wait time for a gynaecology appointment at Ennis Hospital was close to one year and five months, the second longest in the country. Up to 599 women are waiting for appointments in Ennis . Both Cllr Liam Grant (GP) and Cllr Mary Howard (FG) both flagged the matter at a recent sitting of the HSE Regional Forum West, the former questioned the plans “to

reduce the shocking wait times”. In March, a regional hub for women’s health was opened in the €1.5m outpatients department at Nenagh Hospital. While she welcomed the plans for Nenagh, Cllr Howard insisted, “we need something in Clare." Cllr Howard questioned were there such plans for an Ennis hub to which Chief Operations Officer with UL Hospitals Group, Noreen Spillane replied, “not at the minute”. Howard then commented, “that is very disappointing, women caring for children or the elderly might not have capacity to get to Nenagh”.

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Student dies in car less than hour after kissing mother goodnight GORDON DEEGAN

N 18 YEAR old Leaving Cert student died in a car crash in Cratloe in south east Clare less than one hour after kissing his mother on the cheek good night and telling her that he loved her. At the Co Clare inquest into the death of John Daly, John’s mother, Linda Daly said that there remains unanswered questions around the lead up to John’s death. John died 150 metres from his home when his father, Sean’s car that he was driving burst into flames after it crashed at a level crossing at around 2.55am on the morning of St Patrick’s day 2020. John had attended a party at a friend’s house earlier that evening and got a lift home with a friend’s father, Pat Horgan. In her deposition, Linda Daly said: “Around 2am John came into my room to let me know that he was home and gave me a kiss goodnight and told me he loved me.” However, within an hour, Mrs

Daly was woken by her husband, Sean screaming for John after he discovered that John was not in his bed and there was a car in flames out on the road. Mrs Daly told the inquest: “All we want is the truth - that those 45 minutes from when John kissing me to when my son was inside in an inferno - that is all we want.” The Dalys want to know why John left his bedroom to go back out in his father’s car and if he did receive a call to go back out and who made that phone-call. The inquest was told that John had six or seven bottles of Heineken across the evening until after midnight at Evan Keogh’s barbecue and was over the drink-driving limit for L plate drivers when involved in the single vehicle crash. Addressing the inquest, Sean Daly said: “We are not apportioning blame to anyone whatsoever. My son was intelligent and he knew that should not have gone back out that night. We are not blaming anyone over what happened that night. What happened that night is down to John. It is a sad thing to have to say but it is.” He added: “We are not putting blame on anyone but it would have

l TRAGIC: John Daly been nice for people to come to just talk and the fact that that didn’t happen sends out red flags.” He said: “It is beyond me that people couldn’t come to us and tell us what happened to alleviate our suffering more than anything else and to this day it hasn’t happened I can’t make it out.” In his deposition, Sean Daly told of his panic when not finding John in his bed that night. He said that

he ran to the front door where he could see a car on fire at the level crossing and his own car missing. Mr Daly said: “I knew then it was my car on fire and John was in it.” Mrs Daly said that she was approached by a Garda at the crash scene who told her ‘we didn’t chase, we followed him’ . After realising that John was in the burning car, Sean said: “I don’t recall much after that, I just lost the plot.” John’s remains were later formally confirmed with a DNA match from his mother, Linda. John is the Dalys’ only son and is a twin of sister, Claire and Linda said John was “an amazing person”. “The more you met John the more you wanted to be in his company.” Mrs Daly said that John was looking to do law and accounting at UL while he also loved his hurling with local club, Cratloe. She said: “John was very, very generous and helpful and kind and was always looking out for his sister, Claire. He shouldn’t be where he is.” Local man, Pat Horgan gave evidence of dropping John home from the party at 2.10am when collecting his son, Donal from the party and said the two boys didn’t appear drunk and their form was good.

Mr Horgan said that John was asking about Covid and whether it would result in the postponement of the Leaving Cert Summer exams. The preface by the pathologist to the post mortem report stated that on the night, John Daly arrived home from the party at 2am and went straight to bed after saying goodnight to his parents. The preface stated that John “apparently received a call after going to bed to return to the party. It is not certain if he dropped another person home or if he was driving for another purpose on his own”. The preface stated that a Garda car approached and he drove away at speed and the crash was not witnessed. County Coroner, Isobel O’Dea told the Dalys “I can’t imagine the sadness - it is tragic beyond description”. Three witnesses from the night did not appear at the inquest and Ms O’Dea adjourned the inquest at the request of the Dalys to allow the three to be present at an adjourned date for their depositions to be read into the record. Ms O’Dea adjourned the inquest to October for mention when a date is expected to be arranged for the inquest to resume.

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Holy Island & the Burren miss out on bid for UNESCO status PÁRAIC MCMAHON

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WO Clare sites have been omitted from the final list of sites aiming to secure UNESCO World Heritage status. Holy Island (Inis Cealtra) and the cultural landscape of the Burren had been included among the six applications before the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for the new World Heritage Tentative List. However, the Department has confirmed that the new list does not include either of the historic Clare sites. Instead, the Neolithic passage tomb landscape of Sligo, the Transatlantic Cable in Valentia, Kerry and the royal sites of Ireland which includes the Rock of Cashel, Navan Fort, Dún Ailinne, Rathcroghan, The Hill of Uisneach and Tara have been put forward at the expense of Inis Cealtra, the Burren and Glendalough Valley. The Tentative List is an inventory of natural and cultural heritage

sites that can demonstrate outstanding universal value considered suitable for nomination to the World Heritage List. The three sets of sites on the new list will now develop their nomination bids for submission to the World Heritage Centre in Paris, with support from the Department and the OPW. Ireland currently has two properties on the UNESCO World Heritage List - Brú na Bóinne in Co Meath, and Sceilg Mhichíl off the Co Kerry coast, both inscribed in the 1990s. Former Chairman of Clare Tourism, Eoin O’Hagan told The Clare Echo that it was “unfortunate” that neither Holy Island or the Burren made the final cut. “Maybe when the island and visitors centre is finally redeveloped, by Clare County Council, UNESCO might seek another nomination. This spectacular spiritual treasure has been a couple of Millenia waiting to be discovered. Inis Cealtra is one of the highlights of Shannon and will be the crown jewel of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands and the future Shannon Greenway,” the Managing Director of Cealtra Communications speculated.

A JUDGE has jailed recent Irish Traveller Pride Award winner and well known rapper, William Casey (30) for the careless driving causing the death of Christopher Nolan. At Ennis Circuit Court, Judge Brian O’Callaghan imposed a 15 month prison term suspending the final 12 months on Mr Casey of O’Briensbridge in south east Clare.

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Stronger criticism was voiced by lead consultant at the Heritage Factory, Daniel MacCarthy. The Lissycasey man was appointed European coordinator of the UNESCO derived International Council of Traditional Sports and Games in the wake of his successful project management of the World Intangible Heritage designation of hurling on behalf of Croke Park and Culture Ireland. He felt there was unacceptable standards set by the leadership of Clare County Council regarding its national and international cultural role. “I am not impressed by the strategies nor structures we have in place that makes us ready to succeed under our current civic bosses, just look at the cultural and tourism trends and what's being actually delivered compared to other proactive counties from Greenways to €500,000 plus ‘strategies’ for the Cliffs and the park and ride cases to the missed opportunities of the great Spa wells of our own land being part of the network of the Great European Spa towns that now have a world heritage status and funding tranches of their own”.

Judge O'Callaghan also imposed a four year driving ban on Mr Casey. Earlier this month, Mr Casey, better known as rapper, Willzee won the Music, Arts and Culture award at the Irish Traveller Pride Awards. Judge O’Callghan said that the case involved ‘aggravating factor after aggravating factor’ and said that Mr Casey had maintained a lie that the now deceased Mr Nolan

was the driver of the car when in fact Mr Casey was the driver in the single vehicle crash at Ardclooney, Killaloe in east Clare on November 7th 2017. Judge O'Callghan said that Mr Casey "is now fully remorseful". Mr Nolan (27) was a back seat passenger in the car that also had three other passengers and four ambulances arrived at the scene after 4am to take the injured away. Mr Nolan died three days later in hospital from his injuries. In her victim impact evidence, sister of Christopher Nolan, Tracy Nolan said that for three years the family were left not knowing what happened on the night of November 7th 2017. Ms Nolan said that Christopher’s two young girls were left without a father and they lost their mother a number of months later through an overdose. Ms Nolan said that the family would have accepted an apology from Mr Casey over what happened as she understood that accidents happen. Ms Nolan recounted how when family members were at Christopher’s bedside in hospital, her brother got a phone call from William Casey who said that he wasn’t driving the car but that Christo-

pher was. She said, “William Casey never apologised or showed any remorse.” Mr Casey maintained the lie and went on trial for dangerous driving causing the death of Mr Nolan in June of last year at Ennis Circuit Court and pleaded guilty to careless driving causing death two days into the trial. Mr Casey was disqualified from driving at the time of the crash in November 2017. A worker with the Tipperary Rural Traveller Project, Jack Griffin gave character evidence on behalf of Mr Casey. Mr Griffin said that “William has been on the Claire Byrne show on RTÉ and other national media and has tried to be a positive voice for young travellers”. Mr Griffin said that Mr Casey is a talented musician, poet and artist and won a National Traveller Pride award earlier this month. Asked about the impact of the crash on Mr Casey, Mr Griffin said, “I think what happened on the night was absolutely horrific. William for a long time found it hard to come to terms with his guilt and shame around it”. Mr Griffin said that what hap-

pened that night “put William in a very dark place for a long time and he is working through that and he struggled”. Mr Griffin said that Mr Casey “has worked tirelessly to bring something positive to his family and his community”. In a letter of apology read out in court, Mr Casey apologised to the Nolan family for the hurt he has caused them. He said, “It was never my intention to hurt anyone”. He said that he was “fully responsible for my actions on the night”. He said, “If there was any way of going back and trading places, I would in a heart beat”. Mr Casey said: “I honestly hate myself for the decisions I made that night and it has taken me a while to come to terms with the disgusting way I behaved”. Counsel for the State, Lorcan Connolly BL said that because Mr Casey told Gardai on the night that he wasn’t driving he couldn’t be tested for drink driving. Mr Casey embraced and kissed on the cheek his foster mother in court before being led away to the courthouse cell by prison guards to commence his three month prison sentence.

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Parking reaching 'crisis point' by PÁRAIC McMAHON

LANS to add a car park to Scariff in a three-part regeneration project for the town is getting the “most priority” with an agreement nearing completion for its acquisition. An update on the Scariff rural regeneration project which includes the provision of car parking was sought by both Cllr Pat Burke (FG) and Cllr Joe Cooney (FG) at this month’s sitting of the Killaloe Municipal District. Acting senior executive officer in the Killaloe MD, Morgan Lahiffe explained that the project includes a proposed car park, multi-service centre hub and a public realm upgrade to the Market House and Fairgreen. He confirmed that the purchase of land close to the town centre to serve as a car park was ongoing as a property acquisition with Clare County Council surveying and building design options. Lahiffe was hopeful of submitting a Part

VIII application “in the coming months”. Public realm design concept has been completed for the Market House and Fairgreen, he confirmed. “We intend to now develop out these concept designs into working designs and contractual documents over the coming months”. Agreement and funding is in place within the local authority to purchase a property for the multi-service centre which remains at design and survey stage. The acquisition is ongoing with a Part VIII application also earmarked for the coming months. “We are all aware and concerned with parking in Scariff,” Cllr Cooney outlined while expressing worry the wait will be “a long time” if the works are to be done as part of the RRDF application. He pushed to have the application completed by the end of 2022 so that it would be in place by 2023. “I know you can’t give dates in fairness but it is essential, pressure is coming on us to do something

with parking in Scariff, it’s coming to a crisis point,” the O’Callaghans Mills man stated. “Car parking has to be pushed forward because businesses are suffering with a lack of parking on certain days”. Pressure from the general public has intensified since the closure of the post office in Whitegate, Cllr Burke admitted. “My own mother an elderly woman won’t drive to Scariff because of the lack of parking,” he said. Inclusion of the car park in the original application was positive but Cllr Pat Hayes (FF) welcomed the move to ‘take it out of the bundle’ to try deliver a result quicker. Cllr Alan O’Callaghan (FF) observed, “It’s not just one slice of cake this is the whole cake and it is good to get it all together”. Landowner co-operation to enable the Council to acquire both sites was acknowledged by Lahiffe. He admitted that the car park was the main objective of the three “and has the most priority, recognising this we’ve changed tact a little bit and pushed it forward

lREGENERATION:: The Market House in Scariff Photo by Martin Connolly

through pre-planning and design quicker than we anticipated”. A separate fund may have to be uti-

lised to progress the car park, he flagged.

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ESIDENTS in new developments across Clare are reporting difficulties with phone and broadband connectivity have been turning to a Clare-based company to solve their dilemma. New homeowners in a number of newbuilds and housing developments are discovering that their home either hasn’t been serviced by operators, or in some cases their wireless signals fail to penetrate A-rated specifications such as concrete floors, foil-lined insulation and triple-glazed windows. Eleana Canny who resides at Ballymacaula, a new development in Ennis, told The Clare Echo of her frustrations with non-existent phone connectivity and Wifi signal issues in her new residency. To compound matters, Eleana works in the high-paced tech industry and has been a remote worker

lNo service since the global pandemic in 2020. For almost three months, she faced obstacles in both her personal and work life due to the connectivity issues. With her home office installed upstairs, Elena had broadband installed by one of the country’s largest operators however she quickly ran into issues. “Basic messaging tools that rely on wifi like WhatsApp, Gmail, Viber were not delivering messages nor was I able to receive them unless

I moved outside of the house. My work wouldn't load and I work in tech with various CRM systems that rely on high speed wifi. “I could not work, I was in the middle of client calls and my Wifi would cut out as the wifi signal was unable to move past the living room, but my office was upstairs. We had the fastest package available and basically it wouldn’t go past the living room. We had zero signal.”

Due to her busy work life, Eleana admits that she found the experience very frustrating, “During the build, we were not made aware of any wifi or phone reception issues however we have since found out the first phase of our estate that had been built two years’ prior to us moving in, had the same issues. A lot of new residents in this estate are working from home and having the same connectivity problems as I did.” Eleana moved her entire workstation into her living room for her first three months in the newbuild “until we found Cellnet”. The engineer from Cellnet installed a mobile repeater solution which boosted the phone signal throughout the house while amplifying the mobile broadband so she could work from home. “Nick came out straight away and scanned the house and he installed the aerial, and life has been sweet ever since. I’m actually able to work, I can make and take phonecalls no matter what part of the house I am in now. Messages

are being sent with ease and being received in real time thanks to Cellnet's solution. Nick came back a few days later to make sure my office was working at full capacity. We were really impressed with their professionalism and how quickly they had it set up for us, and there were no hidden costs.” Eleana would encourage new developers to incorporate solutions like Cellnet into their building plans to ensure swift connectivity from the get go. “I couldn’t sing Cellnet’s services enough, they are brilliant service and a solution to new builds who come up against this connectivity issue. Had we known that there were reception issues with the house even months before, we’d have just contacted Nick at Cellnet before we moved in so we wouldn’t have to deal with the disruption to working from home and in general day to day communication. If you are experiencing issues with your phone or internet connectivity, call Cellnet on (065) 670 3300.

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mances were central to Ruan’s wonderful senior championship successes of ’59, ’60 and ’62, where he lined out at left half forward on all teams. His equalising score in the ’62 final earned Ruan a draw against Sixmilebridge ensuring a replay which they won by five points. It was his skill, ball striking ability, balance, movement and athleticism that stood him out as a special player during this golden era for his club. A long time Dublin resident, Pat was ever so popular on his many visits to Ruan. His warm personality, engaging company and great friendliness meant that he was always a magnet for chat and conversation. He will be sadly missed by his many friends and teammates in Ruan and Clare. Ruan GAA and Cuala GAA have extended its sincere sympathies to all members of Pat’s family at this sad time.

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Go Dolphin Watching Take a boat trip with ‘Discover Dolphins’ to see the Shannon Dolphins. The encounters are amazing. The trip from Kilrush Marina takes approximately 2.5 hours. Or, follow the Shannon Dolphin Trail around the dolphinconnected attractions in Kilrush, including the Shannon Dolphin and Wildlife Centre.

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Experience a Sea Safari You can get to see amazing wildlife and unique views of the Shannon Estuary on a ‘West Coast Rib Adventure’ from Kilrush Marina. You have a choice of tours, including one tailored to families. Enjoy a swim at the Shannon Estuary’s Blue Flag beach Cappagh village is just 1.5km from Kilrush and features a Blue Flag beach and great areas for swimming or crab fishing (you can pick up a crab fishing line in one of the local stores!).

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Lose yourself in the town’s quaint shops Enjoy shopping in Kilrush. Places to pause at include Considine’s Bakery, one of Ireland’s oldest bakeries (take in the scent of baking bread and pastries!) and O’Sullivan’s store, which is full of old-world charm.

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HANNON Airport is set to welcome 40,000 passengers this August Bank Holiday Weekend as it continues to enjoy a bounce back. Representing 87 percent of passenger numbers for the same period in 2019, the pent-up desire to fly overseas remains evident in Shannon with destinations such as Malaga, the Canary Islands, Alicante, Barcelona and Malta proving popular. Twenty-seven destinations to 11 countries are on Shannon Airport’s summer schedule this year with 108 weekly frequencies to the US, UK and Europe. Ryanair is responsible for flying to 22 of the 27 destinations

with the remainder covered by Aer Lingus (3), United Airlines (1) and Vueling (1). Passengers taking to the skies this bank holiday weekend will experience the airport’s multi-million euro passenger screening system, which eliminates the 100ml rule and cuts time spent through screening by half. Shannon is the first state airport in Ireland to introduce this system. Niall Maloney, Shannon Airport’s Operations and Commercial Director noted the “demand out there for those well-deserved breaks. This is the largest number of passengers for this period in three years”. He added, “We are focused on making travel as easy as possible for our passengers and growing their travel options from Shannon Airport. In addition to our popular traditional routes, we have a num-

ber of new summer services this year, among these are Malta, Barcelona-Girona, Budapest, Edinburgh, and Corfu. We are also excited to welcome Vueling Airlines, a new carrier to Shannon, with their Paris service due to start in September. “We have worked hard to bring these services to our passengers and are focused on rebuilding and broadening the options available for them. In addition, we have worked with the other service providers at the airport to ensure that the journey through the airport is as easy and hassle free as possible. Facilities such as our US Preclearance, the airport sensory room, along with the short distance from our car parks to the terminal building, compliments our latest investment in high tech security screening and all adds to making the journey easier,” Niall concluded.

More awareness needed

lORDER OF MALTA: Shannon Aviation Museum

FUTURE viability of the Shannon Aviation Museum can be enhanced through the addition of signage on the county’s main road network, writes Páraic McMahon. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) have been requested to erect brown tourism signage directing people on the M18 and N19 to the Shannon Aviation Museum and Educational Centre. Cllr PJ Ryan (IND) issued the plea at Tuesday’s meeting of the Shannon Municipal District. “In recent times the Shannon Aviation Museum & Educational Centre has become very popular with quite a lot of colleges and schools who see the benefit of introducing people to the equipment there”. Feedback from airlines on the museum has also been popular, Cllr Ryan outlined. “It is also a tourist attraction, Shannon has a lot of firsts in aviation”.

He felt the investment from bodies like Clare County Council, Clare Local Development Company and other sources heightened the need to promote the Aviation Museum. Eddie Ryan founded the Shannon Aviation Museum and Atlantic Air Adventures in 2008, having retired from a career in aviation in 2001. He died in April of last year and his contribution was recalled by Cllr Gerry Flynn (IND), “He first came to a meeting of Shannon Town Council to make a presentation, we didn’t realise what he could deliver, he was later joined by Jane (Magill, Managing Director). He initiated a lot of what is a success”. Support of local councillors and former Clare TD, Pat Breen (FG) was very important in securing funding for the development, Flynn outlined.

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Three climate laggards

ESPITE the many polling companies there are out there, surveying the mood of the public, via various forms of sampling and weighting, they are broadly agreeing on one fact; the big three political parties are now SF, FF and FG. These three parties take a combined three quarters of the public support on average across all the various polling companies. These three parties all have one other thing glaringly obvious in common as well; they’re undoubtedly the main climate laggards of all political parties represented in the Oireachtas. Already this year we have seen further record temperatures being broken across western Europe, southern and eastern Asia, central America and even in the Artic circle where temperatures hit an incredible 32.5oC just last month. That’s hotter than Met Éireann clocked at any stage at their observation station at Shannon Airport

during last week’s record setting heat wave in Ireland. We’ve also seen unprecedented, devastating flooding in parts of North America, something the people of Clare are all too familiar with in recent years too. Yet, despite the Government passing an ambitious Climate Action Bill and cross border cooperation at committee level in Leinster House on the issue previously, it seems that all the big three are currently running a mile from the hard decisions that now need to be made. Let’s not beat around the bush here, the two major employment drivers in the county are farming and tourism, bolstered by the presence of Shannon Airport. Yet these are the two sectors where our climate obligations are falling far too short. As a rural county, we are also heavily car dependent, meaning we are one of the worst in the country for emissions due to transportation as well. Clare does not fare well in terms of climate action, which is ironic

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when we are one of the worst affected counties by the devastating effects of climate change. The image of Lahinch village getting battered by storm surge waves is iconic and brought global attention to the plight of West Clare as our shoreline feels the full and growing brunt of the power of the Atlantic Ocean. These storms will get more frequent and more severe. A lot is being made of farming, particularly dairy farming and what we need to do to lessen our emissions. The 30% figure that the Green Party and scientists are pushing for as the minimum figure the agriculture sector needs to reach if we are to have a hope of meeting our overall emissions targets are not plucked out of the sky. We may argue that our grass-fed cows emit less harmful gasses into the atmosphere than the average cow does globally, but the fact of the matter is, there is no scientific paper to back this assertion up presently. It might be true, but we can’t say it is without evidence.

Without the evidence, we have a moral duty to assume the worst and prepare for that eventuality. That is not to say we need to cull 30% of the national herd overnight. Natural reductions over time can reduce numbers of cattle emitting into the atmosphere. So too can further research into dietary conditions and emissions to help tackle the problem. But all sectors must play their part. At the end of the day, the sector of Irish society most at risk of the adverse effects of climate change are rural dwellers, particularly farmers. It is in farmers best interest in the medium to long term to see this issue tackled head on. Gone be the days of flooded fields, destroyed access roads, drought and fodder crises. Rather than listening to short-termism from the IFA and acting on the lobby group’s wishes, FF, SF and FG need to work with them to achieve the 30% reduction that sector needs to get to. 22%, as the IFA and FF and FG

are currently saying, simply will not do. If farming can escape over a quarter of their overall reductions, then every other sector can legitimately call for the same, in which case, we haven’t a hope of saving this island’s coast and riverbanks from further destruction. As the global average temperature continues to rise year on year, Ireland is only one small cog in a global machine that is driving up emissions and poisoning our own atmosphere. Nevertheless, how can we honestly go to the larger polluters and claim they should do more, when we ourselves aren’t willing to do the bare minimum? If SF, FF and FG really want to lead instead of vote chase on a narrow-minded short-term outlook, they’ll park their ambition for the next election so that they can reap rewards from the generation to come. This is still the defining issue of our generation, and it’s not going anywhere.

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SON announces new record ahead of October glór show lSusan O'Neill Photo by Myriam Riand

by ELAINE TUBRIDY

ULTI-INSTRUMENTALIST and award-winning Clare songwriter Susan O’Neill has announced a new EP ‘Now You See It’ to be released September 14th, and yesterday (Wednesday) released the title track as the first single from the six track offering. Recorded between Los Angeles, Maine, Clare, and Wexford, during the spring of this year, the EP sees Susan working again with Tony Buchen producer of ‘In The Game’, the 2021 collaboration record with Mick Flannery, Sam Kassirer (Josh Ritter, Lake Street Dive), and her fellow bandmates, brothers Cillian Byrne and Lorcan Byrne. ‘Now You See It’, a startlingly beautiful track showcasing Susan’s inimitable vocals, was written whilst on the road with Mick Flannery in the US last year. Joining forces again with West Cork director Christopher Luke, who has made a heartwarming video to accompany the song.

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On both song and video Susan said:“Even if we lived to be 150 years old it would still just be a micro blip in the ripple of space. This song is looking from an in-between state of consciousness, neither dead nor alive anymore but someone that has lived, a mind looking at the world for what it is (and was) while on earth in the 21st century. It is fleeting and in constant decay which is part of the beauty. We endeavored to show a bit of that transitory nature in this video put together by Chris Luke. Hope you enjoy it.” Currently on tour in North America, Susan is performing across multiple festival stages, as well as playing a handful of headline shows. Susan was a guest to James Vincent McMorrow on his Los Angeles show last night (Wednesday), and also announced as guest to Valerie June’s UK headline shows later next month. Susan will make her solo NPR debut at Mountain Stage in Charleston, West Virginia, on August 21st. Susan O'Neill will play glór, Ennis on October 8. Visit glor.ie for more info.

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Martin Hayes among headline guests for Scariff Harbour Festival

by PÁRAIC McMAHON NE of the finest fiddle players on the planet is among the headline acts for the Scariff Harbour Festival which takes place this weekend. Martin Hayes will reveal details of his upbringing in Killanena, the musical influences that inspired him and what sparked extraordinary recognition and appreciation on the world’s musical stage, when telling his story at Scariff Library this Saturday (July 30th) at 3pm. In his recently published memoir, Shared Notes - A Musical Journey, Martin outlined his journey onwards from East Clare to the United States, the gigs he played, the groups he played with, the tours he undertook and ultimately the incredible musical partnership with Chicago born guitarist, Dennis Cahill.

Dennis’ death in the US at the age of 68 in June of this year prompted a beautiful tribute from Martin online and mention of the fine guitarist is sure to be emotional this weekend. Harry O’Meara of the Scariff Harbour Festival Committee said, “We are thrilled that Martin has accepted our invitation to share his early memories of the people and musicians that set him on a path of international success, marking him apart not only as a uniquely talented fiddle player, but as a collaborator on projects across a variety of musical genres”. “It’s a library talk that we believe people will thoroughly enjoy and gain insight into what makes Martin such a soulful musician and a huge success,” Harry added. Scariff Harbour Festival will be opened on Friday 29th at Waterways Ireland Offices at 6pm to which the Festival Committee

extends an open invitation. Stewart Dickson, NI Alliance Party MLA for east Antrim, will address the gathering emphasising the importance of shared links with Northern Ireland through community activities like Scariff Harbour Festival. The presence of Waterways Ireland in Scariff, a north/south ministerial body is the bedrock on which that link is made. Primarily a family festival, it runs from the 29th to the 31st of July and includes walks and talks, water activities, street fair, scouting capers, kids fun zone, pop-up Gaeltacht, silk painting and baking to bands on the Fair Green each night from the Spirit of Smokie to the Kilfenora Céilí Band. The only requirement for all festival activities is one €5 wristband for the entire weekend. (For full programme see www.scariff.ie).

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Feakle Festival promises five days of 'magic' music

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HE 35th Feakle Festival returns in style to five days of live concerts, workshops, sessions, songs and dance. This year the festival welcomes back all music lovers and performers to the music capital of East Clare, which promises to be a weekend of magic. The festival is acclaimed for it’s infamous music rectials. Friday night's musical performance will showcase the finest of traditional Irish music,

song and dance, with world renowed artists, Martin Hayes, Brian Donnellan & Conal O’Kane, Síle Denvir & Barry Kerr, Edwina Guckian, Sorcha Costello, Conor Connolly & Jakob Vester. Saturday’s Gala concert will bring top-tapping and heart racing performances from Charlie Harris, Maeve Donnelly & Geraldine Cotter, Cormac Begley & Lisa O’Neill, Donal Murphy and family with Steve Cooney. Throughout the weekend, the village of

Feakle will come to life with upbeat and intimate sessions, two days of morning workshops with masters of traditional music, song and dance, lectures, walks, children’s activites, ceilis, an outdoor concert with The Whileaways and Seamus Begley and family and lots more. Advance tickets for the concerts and Workshops can be booked directly from Glór or on their web site. For more information go to www.feaklefestival.ie or our social media accounts ‘Feakle Festival’.

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7:30pm Opening Night: Community Hall Adm: Free Tulla native, Mary MacNamara will be launching her eagerly awaited book “Sundays at Lena’s”. She will be joined for a musical performance by her son and daughter, Padraig and Sorcha Costello, and her brother Andrew MacNamara. Mary’s book will be launched by the well-known singer and radio presenter Paula Carroll.

Friday 5th

Community Hall Adm: €10 10am - 1pm: Workshops 2pm: Tutor Lunchtime Concert: Featuring the talented tutors teaching at the festival. Martin Hayes, Eileen O’Brien, Mary MacNamara, Hugh Healy, Páraic Mac Donnchadha, Jennifer Lenihan, Conor Connolly & Edwina Guckian. 7:30pm: Music Recital St. Mary’s Church Adm: €25 (tickets in advance) Featuring Conor Connolly, Sorcha Costello & Jakob Vester, Barry Kerr & Síle Denvir, Edwina Guckian, Martin Hayes, Brian Donnellan & Conal O’Kane 9:30 pm - CD Launch Marquee Hugh Healy, concertina player, will launch his album Debut Solo album ‘Ceolaire’.

Saturday 6th

10am to 1pm: Workshops 2pm: Festival Walk Assemble outside the festival office

3pm: CD Launch: Shortt’s Pub Paddy O’Brien 1922 - 2022, Solo recordings of the legendary Paddy O’Brien. 3:30pm: Singing Session Moloney’s Pub Hosted by Michéal Marrinan 4pm: Community Hall Adm: Free Reflections of a Memory Collector Join oral historian and author Tomás MacConmara, to reflect on recordings he undertook in Feakle, as part of his collection work throughout the country. 7:30pm: Gala Concert St. Mary’s Church Adm: €25 Featuring: Charlie Harris, Maeve Donnelly & Geraldine Cotter, Lisa O’neill & Cormac Begley , Dónal Murphy & Family Accompanied By Steve Cooney

Sunday 7th

11am Aifreann Gaeilge with Nóirín Ní Riain 1:30pm: Random acts of puppetry Community Hall Adm: Free A unique blend of puppetry and storytelling, that introduces a different means of conveying stories with the use of very simple puppets into something more elaborate. 1:30pm: A public interview with Des Mulkere Moloney’s Pub Adm: Free Des Mulkere, musician, singer and raconteur, from Crusheen, Co. Clare, will be interviewed by Cuimhneamh an Chláir, the Clare Oral History and Folklore Project. 3pm – Gala Outdoor Concert With the Begley Family & The Whileaways

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Kilmihil’s Festival of Fun is back

HE FESTIVAL OF FUN is back for its 20th year after a two-year break due to covid-19. This year sees a lot of new additions to the committee with invaluable guidance and support from a number of the original members. Recognition is most certainly due to the previous committee whose work and dedication has been instrumental to the long running success of the Festival. Louise Talty was appointed Chairperson with Eoin Downes as her Assistant this year and together with this years committee the planning has been underway for the past few months. Sub Committees were created for a number of events including the parade, the brand new fittest friends event, the Dan O’Halloran 5k fun run, vintage rally, craft fair and many others. Credit is also due to our local sporting and community associations who as always provide fantastic facilities and events to support the Festival. The FOF could not have survived for the past 20 years without the support of our sponsors and the great Kilmihil Community spir-

it and the support of their families & friends. We look forward to your continued support and hope you enjoy this years line up: This weekend starts with the Marty Coen football tournament in the GAA pitch on Friday. St. Pats host a soccer tournament on Saturday morning followed by the Dan O’Halloran 5k fun run /walk on Saturday. This year the ever popular kiddies tractor/trike run will be bigger and better on Saturday afternoon. On Sunday morning Fr Peter will welcome all the new arrivals since the last FOF in 2019 at 11am mass. There will be refreshments & photographs afterwards in the community centre. In the meantime, the ball run will take place in church street. Balls can be purchased in local outlets or on the day with a winner takes all prize. And as a new addition to the festival, our young local musicians will entertain people with a ‘Kids Trad Session’ on the street The bonamh racing takes place on Sunday evening, entertainment starts at 8pm with a full race card, bookies on course, big screens, replays, barbecue, glow in the dark, tuck shop and popcorn. The brand

new Fittest Friends competition will see groups of friends going head to head in fittest family style events and the night will close out as usual with a fantastic fireworks display. Monday morning starts the vintage rally with exhibitors from all over the country. The food and craft fair is on in the community centre with handmade produce and delicious food. The parade starts at 1.00pm with old favourites like the Tulla Ceili Band and the Absurdist Pipe Band back by popular demand. The Weekend finishes out with the Monster Field Day. Entry is only €5 and includes access to all areas, bouncing castles, vintage display, music & dancing and culminates with the monster raffle draw which has loads of prizes. Your patience and participation in obeying all stewards, road signage and directions over the weekend will greatly assist with the smooth running of events over the weekend. Follow us on all social media platforms for more details and updates throughout the weekend. Thank you for your continued support !!!

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CLARE TRAVELLER PRIDE AWARDS - COIS NA hABHNE, ENNIS

l CELEBRATION: The Clare Traveller Pride Awards at Cois na hAbhne in Ennis provided the

opportunity to highlight the contributions made by Travellers to their own community, as well as to the wider community in Clare. Some outstanding achievements were formally recognised through awards in the fields of sport, education, careers, community development and arts. The event, which organisers hope the will be the first of many, provided a unique opportunity for both settled people and Travellers to participate in and appreciate Traveller culture in a very real way. Pictured at the Clare Traveller Pride Awards were (clockwise from above): Davie Keenan and Katie Theasby performing together; MC Martin Beanz Warde, Bridgie Casey of Clare Traveller Development Project and Mary Connors; Members of the Keenan family perform while MC Martin Beanz Warde (left) looks on Photos by William Hederman

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Pictured at the 2022 Clare Community Games Regional Athletic Finals at John O'Sullivan Park in Ennis on Saturday were (clockwise from far left): Three youngsters ready to represent the Banner county; President of Aldi Community Games Gerry Mc Guinness was on hand to present medals to the winners; Mayor of Ennis Clare Colleran Molloy does the honours; Gerry Mc Guinness and President of Clare Community Games Cecilia O’Sullivan stand with the winning athletes; serious pace on the track

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BURNING OF COROFIN WORKHOUSE CENTERARY IN AN address to a very well attended Cumann Staire is Dúchais Chora Finne event organised in Corofin on Sunday last to commemorate the centenary of the burning of Corofin Workhouse in July 1922, Cork based barrister Paul Minihan pointed out that Corofin took centre stage in the Irish Civil War in Clare in July 1919. During that month Corofin Workhouse had become headquarters to the Western Division of the anti-treaty IRA. This Division covered all of Co Clare and much of South Galway. Following the fall of Limerick to Free State troops government forces moved into

County Clare and immediately targeted the IRA Headquarters in Corofin. When the Free State army advanced towards the village with a view to setting up shelling positions in Killeen on the shores of Lake Atedaun, facing the Workhouse, the anti-treaty republican forces decided to evacuate the building on July 25,1922 and the order was given to set fire to the workhouse. Ironically this order was given by the IRA’s Western Division Quartermaster, local Corofin man John Minihan who was Paul’s grandfather. The event concluded with a presentation to Corofin native Dermot Hayes for his contribution to the Radio Corca Baiscinn documentary on the O’Higgins’ Brothers.

ENNISTYMON 81 AMBUSH COMMEMORATION A PLAQUE will be unveiled this Sunday at the site of an ambush from the 1919 War of Independence, writes Páraic McMahon. On Sunday (July 31st) at 5pm, crowds are to gather in Ennistymon to remember one of the first ambushes in North-West Clare as part of the War of Independence. In what is reported as the second attempt to disarm the RIC in the locality, following a previous ambush at Curtin’s Gate, the presence of policemen who put up at a crossroads called ’81 Cross’, three and a half miles from Ennistymon and three quarters of a mile from an RIC hut in Derrymore. The policemen were returning from Ennistymon to the hut at about 23:15 when they were fired on from behind a ditch. They were not wounded by the first volley of shots and the Sergeant drew his revolver and fired on a man he saw in the ditch. The shooting continued and Constable Michael Murphy was shot dead. Sergeant

John O’Riordan was wounded and died shortly afterwards. Ten empty cases and one ‘live bullet’ were found at the scene when it was later searched by police and military who also searched local houses and questioned locals but again were unsuccessful in obtaining information and were unable to arrest anybody. These were the first deaths suffered by the RIC in County Clare. John Joe Neylon, Martin Devitt and Seamus Conneely were among the members of the local IRA unit who carried out the ambush. Devitt would become the highest ranking Clare officer to die in the War. They will be remembered with the unveiling of the plaque. The memorial is funded through proceeds raised in support of the Clare song entry ‘The Cross of 81’ composed by Tadgh and Enda Haran. Local Historian John Egan will be the main speaker on Sunday, relatives of Seamus Conneelly will unveil the plaque.

ENNIS WILLIAM FRENEY MEMORIAL CYCLE A FUNDRAISING cycle is taking place this weekend (Fri 29th - Sun 31st July) from Donegal to Ennis in memory of William Freney. William was originally from Chancery, Turlough, Castlebar and had worked in Donegal County Council for over 20 years. In 2017, he relocated to Ennis and was employed with Clare County Council. William passed away suddenly in 2019 while on holidays in Spain with his wife Catherine, Son Conor and daughter

Kyla. The Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust took care of all the logistics of getting William home. The emotional support KBRT provided to our family at our darkest time will shine forever bright. All proceeds from the cycle go directly to the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust.

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LABASHEEDA DAN FUREY SET DANCING WEEKEND FOLLOWING a break of three years, the Dan Furey Weekend of set-dancing returns to the village of Labasheeda on the weekend of August 19th to 21st. This has been one of the top set-dancing festivals in the country and it is hoped that this year’s event won’t be any different. There is a distinct Clare flavour to the weekend with the Tulla and Kilfenora Céili Bands providing music for the céilis, Mullagh’s PJ Murrihy will entertain for the Social Dancing on the Saturday at 2.30pm and Johnny Reidy from Kerry plays for the final céili on Sunday 21st at 2.30pm. There are dancing workshops at 11am on the

Saturday also. Sunday is full of activity with a trip to the cemetery at 11am, the fancy dress and float parade getting under way at 1pm, followed by fun activities for children including bouncing castles, games, face painting and ice cream. The afternoon céili with Johnny Reidy and his band begins at the earlier time of 2.30pm. There is a junior seisiún at 5.30pm for an hour followed by a seisiún and singers club getting underway at 6.30pm to bring to an end what is hoped to be a wonderful weekend of culture and fun on the banks of the Shannon estuary.

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Photo sent in by Geraldine Melican, Kilmihil

KILRUSH TRADITIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL Kilrush Traditional Music Festival takes place on this bank holiday weekend. Seisiun in Teach Ceoil on Thursday at 8.30pm. Set dance classes in Teach Ceoil on Friday at 4pm. The official opening is on Friday at 7p.m followed by an open-air ceili in the square from 7 to 9p.m. On Friday there will be Set dancing in Teach Ceoil at 10am. The open air Ceili is in the Square at 2.30 with Johnny Reidy Ceili Band. At 8p.m. Saturday evening there will be a concert/ social in Teach Ceoil with PJ Murrihy. On Sunday, there will be an open air dance display in the square with John Fennell's Hell for leather dance troupe, followed by the Shandrum Ceili Band in the square. On Monday Hell for leather will once again have a dance display in the square at 2p.m. and this will be followed by the farewell Ceili in the square with the Star of Munster Ceili Band. There will also be music in the town

bars during the Festival. MUNSTER FLEADH RESULTS Inis Cathaigh Comhaltas Branch had great success at the Munster Fleadh and will now go forward to the All Ireland Fleadh in Mullingar next week. Kate Roche (Tin Whistle and Miscellaneous Under 15) Liam Browne (Senior Melodion) Colm Browne (Senior Concertina & Tin Whistle) Sean Browne (Sean Nos dancing) Kai O'Sullivan (Sean Nos dancing) Eoin Killeen (Sean Nos dancing) Gavin Browne (Sean Nos dancing) Ciara Tighe (Senior Accordion) Cormac Byrne (U18 Flute, Singing and Whistling ) Conor Fennell (Sean Nos Dancing) Sean Neylon (U18 Pipes) Aoife Shannon (singing U12) Caoimhe Shannon (Irish & English singing and lilting U15) Aisling Moroney (Newly composed tune) St Mary's U12 Ladies sets under 12, under 15 and Over 18 and St John's U12 Mixed Set.

KILMIHIL FESTIVAL OF FUN PIG RACING PIG racing returns to Kilmihil after a two year absence due to Covid-19. There is a full race card with each heat winner going forward to the final race to be crowned champion. Our previous trainer Pat (Birdie)

Considine is fondly remembered on race night. Raymond had a tough task to follow Birdie but he has done a remarkable job and FOF are eternally grateful to both of them. Kilmihil fittest friends will also be there and the evening ends with a fireworks display.

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THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

GREEN CLARE

Giant Hogweed 'getting out of control' in South Clare PÁRAIC MCMAHON

paraic@clareecho.ie

NVASIVE species such as Giant Hogweed are “getting out of control” in parts of South Clare. During 2021, a total of €10,000 in funding was secured for works to try alleviate invasive species in the Errinagh Canal and Blackwater areas. However, no equivalent finance was obtained this year. Clonlara based, Cllr Michael

Begley (IND) called on the Shannon Municipal District to source “permanent funding” for the annual treatment of invasive species. He flagged that Giant Hogweed was “getting out of control particularly in the Mountcatherine, Gillogue and Shannon Banks areas”. Alternative funding streams are being assessed by the Shannon MD due to the setback experienced, senior executive engineer Tom Mellett outlined. “To date we have approved treatment along the public road from Clancy’s Cross to Clonlara village via Mountcatherine”.

A more active approach is needed to try deal with the invasive species, Cllr Begley maintained. “It is unfair that the roads of Shannon MD where invasive species is an issue that funding has to be found, funding to eradicate those species should come from the Department of Environment on an annual basis. We should be a lot more active in trying to get that”. Work from the project management office “is taking care of some of it but it’s not sufficient,” he said of progress in Gillogue. “The same for the Shannon

Banks, a whole section of the Shannon River is overtaken by it. We need to strongly go to whatever channels we need to get proper funding for this and not be lumbering this into Schedule of Municipal District Works,” Begley added. In the eyes of Cllr Donna McGettigan (SF), “giant hogweed is extremely dangerous and I don’t think the importance of that is being looked at”. Similar sentiments were expressed by Cllr Gerry Flynn (IND), “it is too serious a motion to not have due consideration, we

were informed that the treatment of invasive species was not a one year thing, it has to be done at strategic times because you will have contamination”. He suggested forwarding the proposal to Cyril Feeney in the environment section of Clare County Council. “We are running out of time, as it soon as it starts seeding you would be wasting time. Look at the careful part of the cutting process, I would agree with sending it to the environment section,” Begley responded. “The structure of roots can get more aggressive if not dealt with properly,” Flynn added.

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THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

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COLUMNIST

SUPER SUMMER BBQ SAUCE

The elderly THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

RONAN SCULLY

Thought for the week

Kearney Cooks

S I write out this recipe it is the hottest day of the year. I'm dehydrated, sunburnt and sweating like a politician at a tribunal. Which means only one thing, it's barbeque time. So if I'm firing up the barbie, I'm gonna want some good barbeque sauce. Now the stuff in the shops is ok, but you really can't beat making your own bottle at home. It's really easy to do and only takes 10 minutes. Honestly, the only hard bit is chopping an onion. As usual I will pop a how to video up on my Instagram (@kearneycooks) this weekend that will accompany this recipe, but for now it's time to pop open a cold one and get to grilling! YOU WILL NEED: • 1 tbsp rapeseed

• • • • • • • • • • • • • •

oil 1 onion, finely chopped 300ml ketchup 300ml orange juice 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 100g brown sugar 100ml apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp tomato purée 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp tumeric 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried) 1 Knorr stock pot either chicken or veg Salt and pepper to season

TO ADD HEAT: • 1 fresh chilli • 1 tsp of cayenne pepper

Step One Fry off your onions, garlic, thyme, chilli and tomato puree until the onion starts to colour. Then add the spices followed by all your liquids. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes until everything reduces by half. Step Two Check the final taste. If the sauce is too sweet then a dash of vinegar can help, likewise if it is too sharp, then add a pinch of sugar. Also check the seasoning at this point. Step Three Strain the sauce through a sieve and bottle it in a sterilised bottle or jar. Use as a marinade, a dip or if you're anything like my son, just drink it straight from the neck of the bottle

Enjoy

Steve K

UR magnificent grandparents, parents, our elderly and senior citizens have always paved the way for us and continue to teach us that Love is never Lost. Just last weekend I attended a beautiful mass on the World Day of Grandparents and Our Elderly to celebrate in gratefulness our wonderful grandparents, elderly and retired senior people in our parish and in our country for they have helped shape and pave the way for all of us so that we have the gifts, jobs and type of parish and country we have today. One thing also that I have noticed from my many years living in Africa and Asia is that in tribal cultures the elderly and the people that have gone before them play and have played an important role. They are the keepers of that culture's memories and the holders of wisdom and proclaim their wishes and dreams for the future for the children and their children's children. As such, the elderly in these far off places are honored and respected members of those societies and cultures because they have paved the way for the future for their young.

Psalm 71

But what I find now in many modern cultures, however, this is often not the case, especially when we see and read lately of how some of our elderly have been treated so appallingly. Many elderly people that I know say they feel ignored, left out, lost, undervalued and disrespected. This is a very sad commentary on modernization, globalization and urbanization. It doesn’t have to be this way. We can change this situation by taking the time to examine our attitudes about the elderly and taking action for the betterment of life for them and for all our senior citizens and especially for those most in need. Modern societies tend to be obsessed with ideas of newness, youth and progress and that is a good

thing but should not happen at the expense of our beautiful elderly. We are all tempted to hide our vulnerability, to hide our illness, our age and our seniority, because we fear that they are the precursor to our loss of dignity. We should never have to hide old age or the fragility of old age because society needs to be taught and reformed to respect all seasons of life. In Psalm 71, in which the author, an elderly person, laments their many afflictions and misfortunes, and pleads to the Lord for help, expressing, in the end, hope and praise. The psalmist shows how the process of becoming more weak, fragile and vulnerable with advancing age becomes an opportunity for abandonment, deception and for prevarication and arrogance, which at times prey upon the elderly.

Life's Treasures

Even today, in this throwaway society, this throwaway culture, elderly people are cast aside and suffer these things. It is a form of gutlessness in which we specialize at times in this society of ours, where there are many people who take advantage of the elderly, to cheat them and to intimidate them in myriad ways. Shame and guilt should fall on those who take advantage of the weakness of illness and old age. Such inhumanity and cruelty also occurs within families and we as a people should reflect on how we relate to our older relatives and older friends: Do I remember them? Do I go to visit them? Do I try to make sure they lack nothing? Do I respect them and talk with them to obtain wisdom? Remember that you, too, will become elderly. Old age comes for everyone. And we should always treat the elderly today as we would wish to be treated in our old age. Everyone in society must hasten to take care of the elderly for they are life's treasure. How is it that in these socalled modern times, which are supposed to be so advanced and efficient, we

are so uncomfortable with sickness and old age? How is it that it hides illness and old age away somewhere? And how is it that politics, which is so committed to defining the limits of a dignified survival, is at the same time insensitive to the dignity of a loving coexistence with the old and the sick? The author of the Psalm 71 first sees his old age as a defeat, then he rediscovers trust in the Lord. He feels the need to be helped. And he turns to God. This is a lesson for everyone to learn: that God never rejects the prayer of those in need of help and that we all need to abandon ourselves to the Lord, to invoke his help and to abandon oneself to the care of others. Pope Francis said, "The marginalization of the elderly — both conceptual and practical — corrupts all seasons of life, not just that of old age.”

Thought for the week

As your thought for the week, remember that each day is a gift and that many of our elderly and aged grandparents, parents, friends and relatives helped to provide us with such a gift. Resolve to be more aware of the elderly in our society for they are our mothers, fathers, grandparents, family, mentors, work colleagues, wise folk and the pioneers that came before us and paved the way for our future and we must now also do the same for our own children's future. Let me finish with the Prayer for the second World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly as follows - "I give thanks to you, Lord, For the blessing of a long life. For, to those who take refuge in You, grant always to bear fruit. Forgive, O Lord, resignation and disillusionment, but forsake me not when my strength declines. Teach me to look with hope to the future you give me and to the mission you entrust to me and to sing your praises without end. Make me a tender craftsperson of Your revolution and to always guard with love my children, grandchildren and all the little ones of our world who seek shelter in You. Protect, O Lord, Pope Francis and grant your church to deliver the world from loneliness. And to always direct our steps in the way of peace. Amen.

RECRUITMENT

THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

BUSINESS AND RECRUITMENT

Edwards Lifesciences grows manufactuing STUART HOLLY

editor@clareecho.ie

DWARDS Lifesciences today announced it has begun renovations to convert its existing Shannon facility into a manufacturing centre to produce components that are an integral part of Edwards’ life-saving transcatheter heart valves. “The expanded capability at our Shannon facility demonstrates that our operations in Ireland are a key enabler for Edwards to continue helping patients across the globe,” says

Andrew Walls, Edwards’ general manager for its manufacturing facilities in Ireland. Edwards established its operations in Shannon in 2018, and officially opened its plant in Limerick in October. At that time, Edwards announced that it will employ up to 850 people in the region by 2025. The Limerick plant manufactures transcatheter therapies to repair or replace damaged heart valves, enabling patients to live longer, healthier lives.

ACTIVATE 21 FOR ASTHMA

lHEALTH: Andrew Walls

lCHARITY: The Vitalograph Team were joined by Sarah O’Connor from The Asthma Society of Ireland as they completed their 21km target on the stunning cliff walk to Moher Tower on Hag’s Head, as part of their ActiVate 21 for Asthma fundraising event

RECRUITMENT

THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

Customer day at The Country Store to celebrate four years STUART HOLLY

editor@clareecho.ie

HE Country Store in Broadford will celebrate four years in business this Bank Holiday Monday. Proprietor Karen O’Connor is inviting customers and those in the surrounding areas to join the com-

lCOSY: Sheltered outside area

munity celebration on Monday, August 1, between 12:30-3pm. The Country Store is a pillar of the community in Broadford and East Clare, and has prospered throughout the last few turbulent years. “The support from local people has been brilliant,” reflects Karen. “People in surrounding areas and our new customers have been brilliant and this is to thank them. I appreciate their support, and long may it continue.” The celebration day will include live music with John O’Regan, complimentary baked goods and finger food, drinks, treats along with entertainment for children. It will also be an opportunity to celebrate the completion of The Country Store’s impressive outdoor area which was built by Des Kingston Design, which links the café to outside. Karen explains the area has been a huge hit on weekends with walking groups, families and cyclists. The Country Store supplies the community with services including a Post Point, Lotto, solid fuels, diesel, green diesel and kerosene, freshly baked goods are made daily, homemade tarts and cakes, and wines. The Country Store in Broadford is

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lYUMMY: Sweet treats open Monday-Friday 7am-7pm; Saturday 8am-6pm; and Sunday 8am4:30pm. The café opens Mon-Saturday 9am-4pm and Sunday 9am-3pm. Keep an eye on The Country Store on Facebook and Instagram for daily updates.

Liddy's EUROSPAR promote safefood lBBQ

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lBIRTHDAY: The Country Store, Broadford

LIDDY’S EUROSPAR Ennis has teamed up with safefood this summer to encourage us all to take a moment to think about something we often take for granted - food safety - especially during the summer months when people are barbequing more regularly. Safefood is an all-island body whose role is to promote awareness and knowledge of food safety and nutrition on the island of Ireland and this summer they, along with EUROSPAR Ennis, want everyone to know how to check your meat is cooked properly. Cooking meat properly kills the bacteria that cause

food poisoning and Liddy’s EUROSPAR Ennis is helping spread this message by supporting safefood’s ‘Trust the Meat Thermometer’ campaign and as well as having a renowned butchery/meat counter, EUROSPAR Ennis is also stocking a top-of-the-range Meat Thermometer for customers. Using a meat thermometer ensures you cook the safest and tastiest meat. To use, simply remove the meat from the heat, insert a clean meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat and when the temperature reads 75°C, it’s done. Barbeque meats that must always be cooked

through to the centre include chicken, burgers, sausages and kebabs. If you are cooking steaks, these can be cooked to preference. If you do not have a meat thermometer, you should check that there’s no pink meat, the juices run clear and the meat is piping hot. “When cooking meat, it’s important to check that it is cooked thoroughly to protect yourself and others from potential food poisoning,” says Tom Liddy, EUROSPAR Ennis. “We have a vibrant butchery/meat counter and as part of that we see creating awareness and highlighting the importance of food safety standards to our customers as a vital part of the service we provide the community.” Food safety has a critical role in assuring that food stays safe at every stage of the food chain - from production to harvest, processing, storage, distribution, all the way to preparation and consumption, which EUROSPAR Ennis and safefood are keen to promote amongst the general public. For more information, visit www.safefood.net/ meat-thermometer-BBQ

The Lifts Of Moher THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

RECRUITMENT

Electric buggies wheeled out at Clare visitor attraction

by ELAINE TUBRIDY EOPLE with disabilities or reduced mobility can now fully enjoy everything the Cliffs of Moher Experience in County Clare has to offer courtesy of two electric buggies. Operated by trained staff, the Burren Buggy and Wild Atlantic Shuttle provide visitors to with a guided tour of Ireland’s most natural attraction from the viewing platforms overlooking the majestic cliffs to the iconic 19th century O’Brien’s Tower. “The Lifts of Moher are proving to be hugely popular, particularly for individuals with mobility issues, those with disabilities, the elderly, their families and carers,” explained Geraldine Enright, Director of the Cliffs of Moher Experience. She continued, “This service is offered to those who are in need and the beauty of the experience is that users get to see and learn about the Cliffs in a way that they wouldn’t have otherwise.” “The buggies are electric in keeping with our sustainability ethos and are widely accepted by onlookers recognising the care and service offered by the Cliffs of Moher Experience to those in need. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive,” she added. U.S. tourist Laura Sitters, who recently suffered a hip injury, praised the initiative stating, “Upon my arrival, I was informed that I could get a ride in the golf cart in order to check out the views. Kieran Kelly (staff member) graciously drove me around to the various vantage points. People who have limited mobility for whatever reason should have the opportunity to see the cliffs and the waves crashing down at the base of the cliffs and that’s only feasibly with people like Mr. Kelly and the golf carts." The introduction of the buggies is the latest in a series of measures introduced at the County Clare visitor attraction to further enhance on-site accessibility. According to Ms. Enright, “The Cliffs of Moher site is fully accessible throughout the visitor centre building and main viewing areas and provides ample disability parking and drop off. Wheelchairs also are available for use from different areas on-site. All our accessibility initiatives support the Clare Age Friendly Strategy & Action Plan, which was adopted by Clare County Council.”

lBEEP BEEP: Pictured at the Cliffs of Moher (L-R) Mark O’Shaughnessy (Head of Operations); Geraldine Enright,

Director, Niall Hegarty, Customer Service Agent; Paul Hogan, Customer Service Agent; Bobby Kerr, Chair of the Board of Cliffs of Moher Centre DAC; Leonard Cleary, Director of Rural Development & West Clare Municipal District, Clare County Council; and Patricia McNamara – Customer Service Agent Photo by Eamon Ward

Cliffs of Moher visitor Eimear King said, “If you have limited mobility do not let that stop you going to this spectacular attraction. There is a golf buggy style transport available, specific parking and wheelchairs available. All of these provided the most accessible experience for one that cannot walk very far.” With free Wi-Fi available throughout the main visitor centre building and viewing platforms, visitors also can access a range of information about the Cliffs of Moher via

their smartphone. The multilingual Cliffs of Moher Experience app contains 13 audio tracks narrated by Conor Tallon and featuring contributions from people with an intrinsic knowledge of the rich history, geology, flora and fauna of Ireland’s most visited natural attraction.

The Burren Buggy and Wild Atlantic Shuttle are free of charge and are subject to availability. No pre-booking is required. Visit www.cliffsofmoher.ie for more information.

€7m investment by Siemens to create 25 jobs SIEMENS Digital Industries Software are to make a €7m investment by establishing a software research and development group in Shannon, writes Páraic McMahon. This multimillion-euro investment will focus on High Performance Computing (HPC) in the Cloud for semiconductor design. Creation of 25 R&D roles in Shannon over the next three years is anticipated following the announcement. The project, which is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland, is the first ‘Cloud EDA’ R&D group to be established by Siemens Digital Industries Software globally, and enhances Irelandalready strong reputation of in Cloud Software Development and HPC R&D. Tánaiste & Minister for Enterprise Trade & Employment Leo Varadkar (FG) said: “This is great news from Siemens, investing €7m in Shannon and creating 25 new highly skilled jobs over the next three years. It really demonstrates the skill and reputation of the company’s existing staff here that such a significant investment would be made in such an area of importance for the company”. “We are excited about the new R&D division lR&D: Anne-Marie Tierney le Roux, IDA Ireland, John Bolger - Director of Engineering in Shannon focusing on Cloud development. and Robert Byrne, IDA Ireland

The cloud represents a step change in capability for our Electronic Design Automation (EDA) customers and harnessing its potential will be key for our continued success, Joe Sawicki, VP, Engineering, Siemens EDA stated. Martin Gennery, Sr. Director for Siemens Industries Software Limited and the site lead in Shannon added: “It is excellent to see Siemens demonstrate its continued commitment to Shannon as a strategic location by locating its first software R&D division in Ireland here. Due to Shannon’s central location in the midwest between Limerick and Galway it has always attracted top talent. This expansion offers an opportunity to work on the latest technologies while benefiting from the work life balance delivered by hybrid working based in the mid-west”. Siemens EDA (formerly Mentor Graphics) has had a significant presence in Shannon for over 20 years. The Shannon operation of Siemens Digital Industries Software currently employs 150 people and is continually growing. The group is commencing recruiting for roles related to a multi-cloud hybrid PaaS/ SaaS project including Cloud Infrastructure, Software Development, Application Security, DevOps, HPC & EDA.

TIERMACLANE, ENNIS, CO. CLARE

Property €395,000

12 DROMARD, LAHINCH ROAD, ENNIS, CO. CLARE

€259,000

THURSDAY, JUL 28 2022

31 BRAMBLE LANE, LIMERICK ROAD, ENNIS, CO. CLARE €235,000

Perched on a fantastic landscaped site, offering uninterrupted distant views of the Shannon estuary and rolling country side, this bright and spacious 4 bedroom detached home is ideally located in the much sought after Tiermaclane area on the immediate out skirts of Ennis town. On approaching the property, the drystone gated entrance leads to a vast tarmacadam drive that extends to the side of the house giving access to the garage. Vast lawn areas to the front and rear along with mature trees and hedge rows really sets off this fantastic country side location while being just minutes away from Ennis town centre and all local amenities.

No. 12 is a bright 4 bedroom semi-detached dwelling located at the front of the popular Dromard estate within walking distance of Ennis town centre and Lee’s Road Park, with easy access to Ennis bypass linking to the Limerick/Galway M18 motorway. Constructed Circa 2001 the property is located to the front of the estate overlooking a large communal green area with private off street parking for 2 vehicles at the front of the dwelling. Presented in excellent decorative order throughout the property offers very good space on both floors with the benefit of a south facing private rear garden space complete with block built storage shed.

Located in the much sought after and popular housing development of Bramble Lane just off the Limerick Road, offering easy access to all of the many amenities Ennis town has to offer and within 400 meters of the link road onto the M18 motorway. Positioned on a corner site, fronting onto the mature tree bound green area to the front and side, No. 31 is presented in excellent condition throughout, offering bright and spacious living accommodation with finishes such as extensive timber flooring, carpets and tiling througout, built in wardrobes to all 4 bedrooms, en-suite and bathroom.

Contact: DNG O’Sullivan Hurley Tel: (065) 684 0200 PSL 002295

4 INCHIQUIN PARK, COROFIN, ENNIS, CO. CLARE

€449,500

5 bedroom detached executive style home in an exclusive development of just 6 properties which is within walking distance of Corofin village and all amenities and within a 15-minute drive of Ennis Town Centre. It is set on approximately 0.5-acre site with beautifully large manicured gardens and natural cut stone front boundary wall. Large tarmac drive with ample space for a number of vehicles and mature hedging on the side. To the rear is a paved area with raised sleepers and mature shrubbery and raised decking area with large rear garden set out in a woodland with mature trees, giving fantastic privacy. This is a must view and strictly by prior appointment with sole selling agents. Contact: DNG O’Sullivan Hurley Tel: (065) 684 0200 PSL 002295

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1 CAPPAHARD ENNIS CO. CLARE

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€250,000

6 WEST COAST VIEW ANNAGH MILTOWN MALBAY

€280,000

CRAGATASKA QUIN CO. CLARE

€350,000

Sherry FitzGerald McMahon are delighted to offer for sale this fantastic four bed detached property. The property is well positioned on a large 0.20-acre (approx.) corner site and is within walking distance of a huge range of amenities that Ennis has to offer including Roslevan shopping centre, parks, and a range of primary & secondary schools. The house was built in the early 1990’s and like most homes of this genre, while immediately habitable, this home could benefit from some modernisation and upgrading giving new purchasers tremendous scope to create their dream home.

This beautifully presented 4 bedroom detached property is located in Crosses of Annagh, just outside Miltown Malbay & Spanish Point. Situated in an established residential area of only 6 detached units and within walking distance of Annagh National School & Spanish Point beach, this would make a fabulous family home. Accommodation is deceivingly spacious comprising 170.40 sq.m. and includes a living room, kitchen and dining area, ground floor toilet, utility room, 4 bedrooms (2 ensuite) and a bathroom. Externally the property is bound by mature hedging and trees with a raised decking area, large storage shed and ample parking.

Sherry Fitzgerald McMahon are delighted to offer for sale this substantial five bedroom detached residence in the much sought-after residential area of Cragataska, Quin. Built in 1998 the residence is set on 0.52-acre site approx. Ideally situated just 3 km north of Quin village, this home offers a great blend of village living set in tranquil surroundings only 15 minutes from Ennis town centre. The Quin area itself offers a host of local amenities such as Quin National School, Clooney Quin GAA Club, Clare GAA Centre of Excellence, Quin Playground & a host of local pubs, restaurants, and shops.

Contact: Jason Pyne SHERRY FITZGERALD MCMAHON Tel: (065) 686 7866 PSL 001212

Contact: Danielle O’Connor SHERRY FITZGERALD MCMAHON Tel: (065) 686 7866 PSL 001212

Contact: Jason Pyne SHERRY FITZGERALD MCMAHON Tel: (065) 686 7866 PSL 001212

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE LEASE OR PURCHASE OF OFFICE / ENTERPRISE BUILDING Expression of Interest are invited for the lease or purchase of a two-storey office / enterprise building with a total floor area of 1,191 sq. metres (12,819 sq. ft. ) located at Ballymaley Business Park, Gort Road, Ennis, County Clare V95 CF83. The property is in need of some modernisation. Proposals will be considered for enterprises / firms that demonstrate capacity for future enterprise development, innovation or indigenous firms with jobs growth potential and/or operating in internationally traded services or manufacturing. Expressions of interest must include details of employment creation potential, time line for delivery of additional employment, evidence of exporting (if applicable) and innovation strategy. Expressions of interest should also detail preference for lease or outright purchase together with proposed lease or proposed purchase price. Expressions of interest should be submitted to the Property Management Unit, Economic Development Directorate, Clare County Council, Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis, County Clare V95 DXP2 no later than 4.00 pm. on Friday 26th August 2022. Envelope should be clearly marked ‘Expressions of Interest – Ballymaley Business Park’. Further details are available, and viewings can be arranged by emailing info@ennis2040.ie or cgreene@clarecoco.ie

MAIN STREET MILTOWN MALBAY CO. CLARE

€295,000

64 MOININ DOUGH, KILKEE CO CLARE

€ 285,000

This superb townhouse is a deceivingly spacious four-bedroom terraced family home located in the heart of the Main Street in Miltown Malbay. This gem of home was carefully restored to the highest standards in 2002. This is a remarkable opportunity to purchase a fantastic home in the heart of a community, in the west of Ireland and only a short distance from the sea. Miltown Malbay is a gorgeous market town in West Clare with a thriving community, located 3km inland from the popular seaside village of Spanish Point and 31km west of Ennis town centre. The town is steeped in traditional Irish music and annually hosts the world famous Willie Clancy festival.

This beautifully presented, B rated, contemporary style property really must be seen to be appreciated. The current owners have maximised its full potential and with great care and consideration to design and light, have created the most wonderful home. There is a fabulous flow throughout this well designed property and the private rear garden is incorporated into the open plan living accommodation with the clever use of French doors. Situated within walking distance of the beach and all amenities, this property would make an excellent family or holiday home.

Contact: Danielle O’Connor SHERRY FITZGERALD MCMAHON Tel: (065) 686 7866 PSL 001212

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'Record-breaking' Leahy steps away from Executive by PÁRAIC McMAHON

Griffin plays role in Kerry All-Ireland by PÁRAIC McMAHON

BALLYEA’s Tony Griffin was part of the Kerry backroom team which steered the Kingdom to All-Ireland glory on Sunday. Kerry ended an eight-year famine for All-Ireland SFC success on Sunday with a 0-20 0-16 win over Galway in Croke Park. An exhibition between David Clifford and Shane Walsh saw the pair kick a combined 0-17 but Kerry’s finish where they won the final quarter by six points, proved decisive. Former Clare senior hurler and 2006 All Star, Tony Griffin joined the Kerry set-up at the beginning of this year as Jack O’Connor returned to the hotseat for the third time. Remarkably, O’Connor has now led Kerry to All-Ireland and National League glory in the first year of his term, on three separate occasions. Sunday was the fourth time Sam Maguire was claimed under his watch (2004, 2006, 2009 and 2022). Griffin and O’Connor worked together with the Kildare senior footballers last season, the co-founder of the Soar Foundation had previously worked as a performance coach with the Dublin senior hurlers under Anthony Daly when they ended a 72-year wait for Division 1 success in 2011 before securing an historic Leinster SHC crown two years later, their first in 52 years. Of Kerry’s success, Tony remarked on the “special memories shared with special people, family, friends, brothers”. From the steps of the Hogan stand, Kerry captain Sean O’Shea lauded the contribution of Griffin in his speech. "Tony, you've been like a best friend since you came into us. You've bonded with us from day one Tony, the work you've done has been evident today and two weeks ago coming down the stretch, we battled, we were there and we were resilient, we thank you for all the work you've done". Referencing the role of Tony following their dramatic semi-final win over Dublin, O’Connor said that his All Ireland champions "have really benefited from him". “He has a unique way of doing his work, he gets fellas bonding as a group and opening up to each other and really getting tight as a group and I think he’s done great work particularly the last day when we got a few body blows. It would have been easy enough for us to capitulate but there was just a grim determination to hang in there even though things were going against us. I think a lot of that is down to the work Tony has done with the boys.”

A RUAN NATIVE who was only the second Clare man to serve as Chairman of the Munster Football Association has departed his role on the County Executive. Thomas ‘Tommy’ Leahy in June 2018 became the second Clare man to be elected Chairman of the Munster FA, the only other individual from the Banner to serve in the role ironically was his father Michael who was appointed in 2008. At Friday’s Annual General Meeting of the Clare District Soccer League (CDSL), Tommy stepped down from as one of the CDSL’s Munster FA Delegates ending a decade long-stint on the county committee. Addressing delegates in his final report, Leahy acknowledged it was “great to see” both Ennis Town FC and Tulla Utd reach the U19 provincial semi-finals with En-

nis Town making the decider in Turners Cross in the Munster FA’s centenary year. “I’ve over ten years done, I always said it would be nice to see a Clare team win a Munster title, we haven’t seen it yet but we’re getting closer.” Tommy paid tribute to all the officers he has served alongside at county and provincial level, “everyone works hard and I would like to thank ye all for your efforts, I’ve made some friends for life”. Annual support from clubs to elect him was also referenced by the Ennis resident. “I broke a record as the longest-serving Chairman of Munster, I was there for three years - because of COVID,” he quipped. He stressed the importance of newly elected delegates Mickey Guilfoyle and Donal Magee having an active presence. “There is a lot of time going up and down to Cork to meetings but get known and

Tommy Leahy

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get out there, it is important to be at the meetings”. Tommy noted that upcoming seats on the FAI’s General Munster would soon be coming from Munster, “it is important to have our voice heard in Munster, the role has to be taken seriously”. Munster FA administrator, Barry Cotter told the AGM. “He was a fantastic chairman of Munster FA, he will be sorely missed”.

McNulty & Magee the new additions to CDSL Executive at lengthy AGM A NEW fixtures secretary and two Munster FA delegates have been elected to the Clare District Soccer League (CDSL). Chairman, Jason Ryan thanked all delegates at the beginning of the lengthy AGM. The former Registrar was returned for a second term in the Chair with Ennis Town FC duo Denis Collins and Tony Downey also returned to the important posts of Secretary and Fixtures Secretary. Sporting Ennistymon’s Eddie Crowe was returned as Registrar, Jim Madden is back as PRO. Eoghan McNulty who has managed Bridge Utd’s A team as well as Youths and underage teams in the club was voted in as Fixtures Secretary at Thursday night’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the CDSL. McNulty succeeds Brendan Browne who had also been nominated but opted not to stand and instead will remain on the Executive as a committee member. Others to sit on the CDSL Executive as committee members include Ger Kelly of Shannon Town Utd and Bunratty/Cratloe’s Dean Russell. There had been confusion regarding whether long-serving committee member Alan McCoy would remain. “We haven’t seen much of Alan this year, to be honest,” the Chairman told delegates. Newmarket Celtic’s Liam Murphy questioned if his clubmate

Eoghan McNulty and Donal Magee had indicated if he wished to remain in the role to which the Chair responded, “Alan is a great soccer man but he turned up to one committee meeting. He was working tonight”. Subsequent to the meeting, Ryan confirmed to The Clare Echo that McCoy has withdrawn from the role due to “work commitments”. Corofin native Tommy Leahy brought his decade long stint as a Munster FA delegate to an end when he made the decision to step away. His role sees the return to the fold of former Ennis Town councillor,

Photo by Natasha Barton

Mickey Guilfoyle. Donal Magee who was part of the Newmarket Celtic management for the past two seasons and previously guided Shannon Town Utd and Bunratty United to Premier Division glory was elected as the CDSL’s second Munster FA delegate. Ger O’Halloran from the Rhine Rovers club and Avenue Utd’s Tommy Molloy decided not to seek an additional term as Grants/Compliance and Youth Liaison Officer respectively. Initially it had been thought that Frank Burke was stepping

down as Women’s Officer but the Chairman told the meeting that the North Clare man was interested in remaining in the post but was unable to attend the AGM having contracted COVID-19. Robert Clancy, Michael McInerney and Michael Leahy remain as the Honorary Presidents of the CDSL. McNulty committed to be in communication with clubs to avoid unnecessary fixture clashes throughout the season. Avenue Utd tabled a motion which asked that where a club has two adult teams that their respective games do not kick off at the same time for weekend games or on the same night for midweek matches “unless agreed in advance by that club”, this was seconded by Fern Celtic. “It was brought up last year. The Fixtures Secretary does try to keep them apart. We do try,” Denis Collins told clubs. Secretary Denis Collins addressing the meeting. Photograph: Natasha Barton “It shouldn’t be where possible, it should be ‘definitely doesn’t happen’. It should be no way does this happen,” Bridge Utd chairman Finbarr Toomey stated. Outgoing Fixtures Secretary, Brendan Browne explained to clubs, “in an ideal world everything does work, it was tough last year and it will be tough for Eoghan this year. If you say this has to happen,

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Clare players hit the ground at the final whistle

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Pain as Clare Juniors exit following two periods of extra-time Antrim 1-16 Clare 0-18 Venue: O’Connor Park, Tullamore

CLARE’s Junior camogie side suffered a devastating All-Ireland semi-final defeat following extra-extra time. Two and a half hours of tension and drama were needed plus two periods of extra time to separate Clare and Antrim in the semi-final of the 2022 Glen Dimplex All-Ireland Premier Junior Camogie Championship. Megan McGarry’s free proved to be the difference in sending Antrim through to the decider where they will meet Armagh. Dearvla Cosgrove’s goal helped Antrim to a strong start where they held a four point advantage. Clare were heavily reliant on placed balls for scores and all seven of their first half tally were from placed balls, it was sufficient to see them tied at 1-04 0-07. Sixmilebridge’s Rachel Kelly hit Clare’s first score from play on the restart but Antrim replied to go two clear with forty two minutes played. Efforts from Aoife Anderson and Shauna Canny nudged Clare in front for the first time, the clock reading fifty two minutes. Antrim replied once again but Ruan’s Anderson appeared to have given Clare the win, a missed opportunity from Canny followed and the Ulster side worked the ball

up field with Clair Kearney nailing the equaliser. In extra time, Antrim looked to have the momentum but Clare refused to relent and Sarah Loughnane pointed to ensure a second spell of extra time. An Aisling Cooney goal shout was refuted in the second period while McGarry nailed a longrange free at the other end. Clare managed by Conor Dolan and John Carmody, managed a final attack into additional time, the sliotar fell to Róisín Powell, she drove at the opposing defence but her offload was blocked by Elis Kearns, an final intervention saw Antrim through to the All-Ireland final in a fortnight against Armagh.

Katie Callaghan battles with Armagh's Caitlin McCormack

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Minors march forward to All-Ireland final CLARE’S MINOR ladies football side are preparing for an All-Ireland decider. On Wednesday last, the side managed by Cooraclare’s David O’Brien recorded a comprehensive 5-07 0-12 semi-final win over Armagh at Pearse Park, Longford. Miltown Malbay’s Abby Downes with a double

plus green flags from Grainne Burke of the Banner, Doonbeg’s Lauren Conway and Sophie Daly of Kilmurry Ibrickane sent Clare on their way to victory. Wicklow await Clare in the All-Ireland Minor C final on August 3rd. The Garden County defeated Leitrim in their semi-final tie.

CLARE: L Solon; R Crowe, M Powell, S Hogg; R Powell, K O’Gorman, S O’Keeffe; R Kelly, A Walsh; G Carmody, E Casey, A Anderson; S Canny, N Mulqueen, O Phelan. Subs: A Hickey for Mulqueen (37); S Lenihan for Carmody (45); F O’Brien for Phelan (51); S Loughnane for O’Gorman (59); C Lally for Crowe (f-t); Carmody for Anderson (h-t in e-t); O’Gorman for O’Brien (75); A Cooney for Canny (AET); R Conway for Carmody (84), Canny for Hickey (90+2). SCORERS: S Canny 0-11 (9f); A Anderson 0-3; K O’Gorman 0-1f; R Kelly 0-1; A Walsh 0-1; S Loughnane 0-1 45. ANTRIM SCORERS: D Cosgrove 1-5 (3f, 1 45); Bríd Magill 0-3; E Laverty 0-2; E Laverty 0-2; C McNaughton 0-1 ;E Leech 0-1; C Kearney 0-1; O Laverty 0-1; F Kelly 0-1; M McGarry 0-1f.

(l-r) Amelie Malace is congratulated by Pat Walsh; Edel McNamara and Caoimhe Cahill show their delight at the final whistle. Burren Eye Photography

REFEREE: Brian Kearney (Kildare)

All-Ireland glory for Rodgers & Considine by PÁRAIC McMAHON CLARE DUO, Paul Rodgers and Sean Considine claimed All-Ireland glory in the handball alley in the past fortnight. Paul Rodgers of Tuamgraney and Clooney/Quin’s Sean Considine teamed up to win the U13 double 60x30 in Taghmon, Wexford.

Although Clare is better known for its exploits in 40x20 courts, the new experience didn’t deter the Banner youngsters. Paul and Sean beat local Wexford pair of Nathan Lawlor and Charlie Roche in the semi-final following a tiebreak (15-4, 13-15, 11-9). It would also take a tiebreak for the pair to prevail

in the final against Kilkenny’s Rian Dowling and Conor Deegan. Although the first game did not go the way of Rodgers and Considine, they kept their composure to secure the All-Ireland title (4-15, 15-13, 11-4). For Paul, it is his third All-Ireland title following the U13 40x20 and U14 success.

There was no such joy for the duo of David Considine (Clooney/Quin) and Liam Madden (Tuamgraney), they exited in the quarter-finals of the U17 60x30 competition.

PICTURED: Paul Rodgers and Sean Considine

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CLARE SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1

Blues lament second-half unravelling Sixmilebridge 0-23 Newmarket-on-Fergus 1-13 Venue: Cusack Park Compiled by Eoin Brennan

FACTFILE SIXMILEBRIDGE: NEWMARKET: Frees For: 14 (10/4) Frees For: 11 (6/5) Wides: 10 (7/3) Wides: 6 (1/5) Scores from Play: Scores from Play: 0-17 1-7 Spread of Scorers: 8 Spread of Scorers: 7 Top Scorer: Jamie Top Scorer: Liam Shanahan (0-10 6f) Clancy (0-6 5f 1’65) Own Puck-Outs won: Own Puck-Outs won: 12 from 20 (60%) 19 from 33 (58%) REFEREE: Jim Hickey (Cratloe)

Liam Clancy is tackled by Caimin Morey Photo by Gerard O’Neill

SEAN STACK, SIXMILEBRIDGE MANAGER: “Today was very pleasing. I suppose it wasn’t rocket science to work out what was coming down the tracks today and that was a big physical battle for 45 minutes. We just hoped that a little bit of composure and experience coming down the home stretch would get us over the line and that’s exactly how it turned out. “We lost up to 70 per cent of opposition puckouts in the first half which is unheard of and you cannot survive by conceding that so we got to grips with that more in the second half. “In a local derby, you’ve got to expect aggression, otherwise you’re playing the wrong sport but I felt that we kind of survived the battle of the physical challenge because Newmarket looked really conditioned and were very, very strong but for a finish, we were able to maintain that little bit of composure to get the vital scores.

Griffin goal 'a tonic' for Ballyea Ballyea 2-20 O'Callaghan's Mills 1-14 Venue: Cusack Park Compiled by Eoin Brennan

FACTFILE BALLYEA O’CALL MILLS Frees For: 9 (3/6) Frees For: 9 (5/4) Wides: 14 (7/7) Wides: 9 (3/6) Scores from Play: Scores from Play: 2-16 1-6 Spread of Scorers: 7 Spread of Scorers: 8 Top Scorer: Niall Top Scorer: Gary Deasy (0-7 2f 1’65) Cooney (1-2) Own Puck-Outs won: Own Puck-Outs won: 16 from 24 (67%) 26 from 36 (72%) REFEREE: Chris Maguire (Wolfe Tones) ROBBIE HOGAN, BALLYEA MANAGER: “It was all about getting the win. We said during the week that if we had to kick the ball over the bar in the last minute to win, that’s what we were going to do. “We were playing a team that was very cohesive throughout the Clare Cup whereas this was the first time that our 15 had got together all year so therefore I’m happy with the win. We’ve loads to work on but we move on til next week. “The goal [by Aaron Griffin] after half-time was the perfect tonic as you could almost see the wind going too off the Mills’ sails. It’s down to sheer hard work and effort, I mean how many times down through the years do you see teams half asleep after half-time. So we were lucky to get it and it put a bit of daylight between the teams. “We picked up a few injuries today as well but it’s about moving on quickly now as Broadford have been waiting in the long grass for quite a while and we know after last year what exactly is coming next weekend”. DONACH O’DONNELL, MILLS MANAGER: “It was a tough one to take to be honest with you. Losing is one thing but performing is quite

Paul Flanagan made a quick return home via Marseilles for his game with O’Callaghans Mills where he clashed with Cormac Murphy Photo by Gerard O’Neill

“It will be the exact same type of physical challenge that awaits us next week against Feakle so we’ve got to prepare mentally for the second game of this eight-day block. “We’ve three weeks then to prepare for the last two group games so we’d love to go into that with two wins under our belts but it’s going to be another battle, that’s for sure.” TOMÁS RYAN, NEWMARKET MANAGER: “It was a really disappointing finish as we completely fell away in the final quarter. Even at the start of the second half there were signs that the ‘Bridge were getting on top but it was far from gone from us by any means. However, we fell away badly for a finish and that’s the most disappointing aspect. “Look, the ‘Bridge are a serious side and are obviously one of the main contenders for the championship. Between their hurling brains and physicality they have a bit of everything and we have to hold our hands up today and admit that we were beaten by a better side. However the game is over now and we have to knuckle down and turn our attention to next weekend. SCAN HERE FOR “It’s must-win from here MATCH REPORT on out but that’s the joys of the Clare championship so we’ll have to get our heads back down and prepare as best we can to come back out fighting next weekend against Whitegate."

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another and we didn’t perform at all really. If we lost that game by a point, you’d be disappointed but it was the manner that we lost it is most disappointing. “We had a decent amount of possession in the first half but missed balls and missed shots and they [Ballyea] didn’t. So we went in five points down at half-time and to be honest we were

lucky enough to be only five down. “The goal straight after half-time was a killer then but look, they’re an experienced outfit and a serious team. So we’ve no excuses, we didn’t play well and were punished by a better team. “We’ve a quick turnaround now until next weekend so we’ll start our recovery immediately and starting looking at our next opponent."

Conor Tierney was among St Josephs Doora/ Barefield’s goal scorers Photo by Ruth Griffin

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CLARE SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1

Feakle show fight in 'vital' victory

Feakle 1-17 Clonlara 1-16 Venue: O'Garney Park, Sixmilebridge Compiled by Seamus Hayes PJ KELLEHER, FEAKLE SENIOR HURLING MANAGER “All our focus all year was this day and winning our first game was vital. "The lads battled brilliantly, they put their bodies on the line, hooked and blocked and showed great honesty. Against the wind it looked as if the game was going against us. The lads that came in did well. "We used fellas in the league and they were needed today and they stood up. We are out again next week. We have to switch now and turn our focus on Sixmilebridge. "They were very impressive today so it's going to be a massive task. We have injuries but we will turn out focus now on next week”.

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DONAL MADDEN, CLONLARA SENIOR HURLING MANAGER “We worked awful hard in the second half but we just couldn’t get ahead. We are disappointed. We did have a lot of injuries but we have no excuses. Feakle won the game. We have got to regroup and go again. "The return of John Conlon from injury was a big plus. Players like Oisin O’Brien and Tots (Cathal O’Connell) worked very hard in the last two weeks to be ready for this”. Clearly disappointed with the result, Donal refused to discuss reports that a number of the absentees was as a result of disciplinary action within the club.

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Killian Bane’s hurley goes flying in the distance as he fouls Oisin O’Brien Photo by Gerard O’Neill

Magies blown away by Cratloe Cratloe 2-21 Clarecastle 0-15 Venue: O'Garney Park, Sixmilebridge Podge Collins and Gearoid Ryan anticipate the dropping ball Photo by Gerard O’Neill

FACTFILE CRATLOE Frees For: 10(5/5) Wides: 16(9/7) Scores from play: 2-17 Spread of scorers: 8 Top scorer: Rian Considine (1-05 3f 1'65) Own puckouts won: 20 out of 25 Bookings: None

CLARECASTLE Frees For: 14 (7/7) Wides: 10(3/7) Scores from play: 0-11 Spread of scorers: 6 Top scorer: Bobby Duggan (0-06 4f) Own puckouts won: 20 out of 39 Bookings: Jack Murphy (24)

REFEREE: Joe Mullins (Clonlara) CONOR EARLEY, CRATLOE SENIOR HURLING MANAGER: “The lads battled really well from start to finish. We’re delighted. Yes, there’s loads to work on but it’s great to have the first round won. "There was a strong wind out there. Coming down here we didn’t expect it but it was going straight down the pitch. "We coughed up a few goal chances but we look forward to working on those things and we can now look forward to the next match. We got a great start to the second half. "Diarmuid (Ryan) made a great call to come up field and it was a great goal. We have a three week break now, two weeks to football and then another week to our game with Broadford”.

Compiled by Seamus Hayes

BRIAN RUSSELL, CLARECASTLE SENIOR HURLING MANAGER: “We might have been a bit too respectful in the first half. We were a bit too stand offish and against a very experienced team like Cratloe who are well drilled on what they do, the damage was done in the first half. "We had the wind to our backs in the second half and we rose it a small bit but the early goal for them was a sickener but we battled away. We were down a few bodies due to injuries but it’s a physical hurling game. "We all know what to do, we should be marking our men, we should be up tighter, more confrontational and less respectful as we go forward regardless of who we are missing. "We are playing the Mills in the Park next Sunday. We had a battle with them last year out in Meelick so we know what they are all about. We know they are a dangerous team. They were in a county final a couple of years ago. They are up and down like ourselves. We have to go again next Sunday and get the win otherwise we will be further on the back foot. We have to learn our lessons, it’s as simSCAN HERE FOR ple as that”. MATCH REPORT

FEAKLE Frees For: 17 (7/10 Wides: 9 (5/4) Scores from play: 0-6 Spread of scorers: 6 Top scorer: Shane McGrath (1-11 11f 1'Pen) Own puckouts won: 20 out of 26 (77%) Bookings: Steven Conway (30); Shane McGrath (33) CLONLARA Frees for: 13 (8/5) Wides: 7 (3/4) Scores from play: 1-7 Spread of scorers: 6 Top scorer: Cathal O'Connell (0-10 8f 1'65) Own puckouts won: 21 out of 27 (78%) Bookings: Oisin O’Brien (25), Jathan McMahon (32)

REFEREE: Rory McGann (Newmarket)

LISSYCASEY TAKE FIRST U19 LEAGUE SCAN HERE FOR MATCH REPORT

Lissycasey captain, Luke Griffin

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Ennis Tennis Open a success

Stella Whelan recieving the Kennedy Cup at the Limerick Greyhound Stadium Photo by James Treacy

Kennedy Cup goes to North Clare favourite by MICHAEL MAHER There was a big turnout at Limerick Greyhound Stadium last Saturday night for the final of the €5,000 to the winner John Whelan Memorial Kennedy Cup which went the way of the favourite Steam of Sydney. Kindly sponsored by the family of the late John Whelan, the Kennedy Cup has produced some brilliant racing at Limerick over the past month and how fitting it was that North Clare owner Austin Whelan, a brother of John, emerged as the winning owner. Trained in Doon, Co Limerick by Pat Buckley, Stream of Sydney put her rivals to the sword in emphatic style in this decider. Tromora Rocket owned by David Hogan of Quilty filled second spot. In the opening heat of the 90th birthday July Festival A4 Stake at the Galway Track on Friday night last, Nephin Dubh showed pace in the centre of the track with Three Canons also prominent on his inside. At the opening bend, the Joan Browne and Conor Keating of Ballyea owned Three Canons slipped through to lead and although drifting slightly wide entering the back straight she kicked three lengths clear of Krystaline entering the back straight. Passing halfway the lead was now over four lengths as the daughter of Droopys Sydney and Coolavanny Spice powered clear of her rivals to defeat Krystaline by six and three quarter lengths in 29.05. In the second semi-final, all bar the slow starting Tiger Queen were lined across the track approaching the opening bend with High Heels just about leading out wide. Rounding the bend, the concertina effect forced the leader very wide as Burnpark Twinkle tracked well to lead Nationwide Jess into the back straight. Passing halfway, High Heels began to close again out wide as the front three had it between them at the third bend. Off the home bend, Burnpark Twinkle (Pat C Sabbath-Burnpark Leanne) led by a length and the Maria Browne of Cree owned lady prevail by three parts of a length from High Heels at the line in 29.74. The second contest was an A6 graded contest in which the Browne family was again to the fore this time, it was the turn of Emily

Browne owned Burnpark Maggie who made it two winds from two starts with trap to eleven lengths romp from Bumblebee Jordan in 29.29. The daughter of Pat C Sabbath and Burnpark Leanne trapped well in the centre of the track to lead by two lengths rounding the opening bend. Turning down the back Burnpark Maggie set sail for home and passing halfway it was simply a case of how far as she drew further clear with every stride for a most impressive success. Race eleven was an S4 graded contest in which Croaghill Blake broke smartly on the wide outside toned early from Room To Stop along the inner and Nephin Tommie between runners. At the bend the leader drifted wide as Room To Stop took over along the rails. Off the home bend though the Martin Griffin of Lissycasey owned Room To Stop drifted very wide allowing Nephin Tommie to close but Room To Stop(Laughill Blake-Nebraska Scot) held him at bay by half a length in 19.58. The two A1 contests over 525 and 550 Yards were the twin feature contests on the Saturday night card which also featured the July A2 Stake Semi Finals and the A4 525 Opening Round heats. On the long run towards the opening bend in the A1 550, Arrowhead showed pace to lead from Fast Fit Vic and Honkwhenyourhome. Rounding the opening bend Arrowhead and Fast Fit Vic went in with Arrowhead starting to gain the upper hand passing halfway. From the third bend, the Kevin Ryan of Ruan owned son of Pat C Sabbath and Krystallise steadily increased his advantage and the Stephen Murray of Sixmilebridge trained runner saw off the challenge of Knockmeale Star by a length and three parts in 30.68. In the early strides of the Novice 350 Burnpark Max and Danamesbuzz were both away smartly with Burnpark Max shoeing slightly the better toe to lead by half a length at the opening bend. Tracking well, the Michael Browne of Cree owned son of Pat C Sabbath and Burnpark Leanne led by a length rounding the home bend and although he drifted wide he still done enough to see off the challenge of Danamesbuzz by a neck in 19.64.

ALMOST 100 players competed in the Ennis Tennis Mixed Doubles Open 2022, sponsored by Eye Candy Opticians. 98 players from a wide circle of clubs across counties Limerick, Tipperary, Galway, Kerry, Roscommon and Clare, as well as a large entry from our own Ennis members. Players and spectators enjoyed a great week of tennis as 98 players from clubs across Limerick, Tipperary, Galway, Kerry, Roscommon and Clare took part in the event. The Open week started with a round robin evening of superb tennis from the top grades 1, 2 and 3 with Bolle Sunglasses up for grabs, the coveted prizes kindly sponsored by Eye Candy Opticians. Finals day on Saturday was a great display of tennis all round accompanied by a delicious bbq and drinks. Brian Moore, PRO from the club, thanked everyone for entering and helping during the week and Linda Brannigan presented the prizes to the winners and

runners-up. Congratulations to all the winners: CJ Kelly and Anne-Marie Sheehan (grade 1/2), Matt Jones and Michelle McMahon (grade 3), Marie O’Brien and Ian Fogarty (grade 4), Gemma Hassett and Ken Breen (grade 5) and Noel Brodie and Karen Walsh (grade 6). Congratulations also to all the runners-up: Ann-Marie Darcy and Nick Lester, Liam Mockler and Dhanya Pillai, Tara O’Loughlin and Feargal O’Dulaing, Joe Fitzpat-

rick and Mags O’Meara, Jess Dagnall and Maurice Young. Sponsor Linda Brannigan said, "The success of the event was not only down to the great organisational skills of the tournament committee and the club captain Karen Walsh but also the facilities in the club." Club captain, Karen added, "I’m immensely proud of how the tournament went this week. Everybody was so helpful and most importantly everyone enjoyed the tennis. Roll on 2023!’’

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Donegan & Walsh to represent Ireland by SEAMUS HAYES CLARE duo, Áine Donegan and Aideen Walsh have been selected to represent Ireland at the Women’s Home Internationals which take place at Ballyliffin golf club, Donegal next week (August 3 to 5). While Aideen has represented Ireland at the Carey Cup and the Euro Nations, this is her first full international cap.

On the men’s Home International team, six participants at this year’s South of Ireland have been selected including the four semi-finalists. They will be joined by Mark Power, Robert Moran and Matthew McClean who were part of the successful GB&I team that won the St Andrew’s Links Trophy last week. Áine and Aideen are members of Woodstock and Lahinch golf clubs.

Casey set for World U20s DEAN Casey will fly the Irish flag at the World U20 Athletics Championships next week, writes Páraic McMahon. Ennis Track’s Dean is one of eight athletes chosen to represent his country in the 5,000m event in Colombia from August 1st to 6th. While he has tasted success at European level, the world stage will represent his biggest challenge. Other members of Team Ireland include Nick Griggs (3000m), Callum Morgan (3000m), Oliver Swinney (100m), Reece Ademola (long jump), Lucy-May Sleeman (100m & 200m), Nicola Tuthill (hammer) and Lucy McGlynn (100mh & 400mh). Coached by Pat Hogan, Dean’s fam-

ily are heavily involved in the club. His father Ger is a coach, his mother Maureen is PRO while he runs alongside his brother Dylan. Earlier this year, Dean was part of the Ennis Track outfit that became Junior men’s champions at the ECCC Cross Country Championships in February. He finished first in this race with his brother Dylan securing second. In May, he ran a time of 28.57.34 at the Highgate Harriers Night of 10,000m PBs Meet to set a new Irish 10,000m record. At the beginning of July, Dean finished second in the Junior Men’s 1,500m in Tullamore, finishing less than five tenths of a second behind clubmate Mark Hanrahan.

John McNeilis wins Kilrush captain's prize by SEAMUS HAYES

KILRUSH GOLF CLUB: Captain Noel Kilkenny’s prize was played for at Kilrush at the weekend when John McNeilis (18) emerged as the winner with 110. Former captain John won on a countback from John Stapleton (22) who had a similar score. David Nagle (12) was a shot back in third place with 111 followed by Greg Young (8) with 112 and Kevin Clancy (13), also with 112. Rory Lillis (3) won the gross with 121 while the category winners were Brian Scanlan (10) with 113, Leroy Crowe (16) with 115 and Patrick O’Dea (21) with 112. The nines were won by Robert Prunty (14) with 30 and Bernard Coleman (18) with 31 while the leading qualifier was John K. Ryan (16) with 65. The captain’s prize to distance members was won by Jack McGrath (20) with 107 from Martin McNamara (23) with 108 and Andrew Egan (17), also with 108. Anne Coen (22) won the captain’s prize to the ladies with 42 points from Miriam Saunders (29) with 41 points, Nicole O’Leary (29) with 40 points and Ailish Lorigan (19) with 40 points. The category winners were Sheila O’Grady (19) with 40 points, Agnes Shannon (25) with 38 points and Jean Lorigan (33) with 39 points while the twelve hole winner was Anne McMahon with 26 points. Last week’s Anne Marie Russell sponsored team of three for ladies was won by Claire Pyne, Anne Coen and Mary Downes with 96 points From Anne Gallagher, Edel Crowley and Ailish Lorigan with 95 points. They were followed by Loretta Maher, Margaret Hehir and Freda Moran with 93, Anne Cooper, Mairead Bergin and Mary Keating also with 93 while fifth spot was filled by Margaret Donnelly, Marie McGuire and Maureen Kinnerk with 90 points. ENNIS GOLF CLUB: Lady captain Ann White’s prize was played for at Ennis at the weekend when the 18 hole stroke competition was won by Betty O’Reilly (35) on a countback from Eileen Holly (40), both finishing with 70. Ann A. Gallery (18) was third with 71 followed by Anna Marie Darmody (32) with 72 and Nuala Healy (26) with 72. Shannon Hegarty (3) won the gross with 79 Attracta Williams (33) won the front 9 with 32 while the back 9 winner was Liz Kelly (43). Other prize winners were Cora Kerins (31) with 75 (best Granny), Sinead Hegarty (20) with 76 (past captain); Ann A Gallery (nearest the pin), Shannon Hegarty (3) (long drive) and Martha Walsh (visitor’s prize). In the 9 hole competition the winner was Patricia Kerwin (29) with 23 points from Mary Walshe (17) with 19 points with third spot filled by Marian Irwin (21) with 19 points. The lady captain’s mixed foursomes was won by Patricia Kerwin and John Shannon with 46 points from Kieran and Lauren Fox who had a similar score. Eileen and Eamonn Corry were third with 44 poinTs followed by Mary Lenihan and Peter Quinn, also with 44. The ladies 18 hole v par competition on Wednesday was won by Anna Marie Darmody with plus 2;

Sinead Hegarty won division 1 with plus 1, Peggy Costello (21) won division 2 with a level score while Joan Murphy(32) was the division 3 winner with plus 1. In the 9 hole stableford competition Marian Irwin (21) was the winner with 23 points while the category winners were Geraldine O’Mahoney (14) with 20 points, Mary O’Halloran (14) with 22 points and Alice Darcy (21) with 20 points. DROMOLAND GOLF CLUB: Gordon O’Neill won the men’s singles stableford 18 hole competition at Dromoland at the weekend with 39 points from Rob Kelly who had a similar score. Vinny Derham was third with Richard Woods in fourth spot and they also had 39 points while Diarmuid O’Connor won the gross. Maria Nolan’s President’s prize to the ladies was won by Jean Colleran with 43 points from Sandra Moylan with 41, Sandra Smyth with 39 and Siobhan Fitzpatrick with 39. Joan Ryan won the gross with 25 points. Ann McMahon won the 9 hole competition with 24 points while a similar competition for the men was won by Niall Melody with 20 points from Con Woods who also scored 20 points. Siobhan Fitzpatrick had the longest drive while Niamh McDermott was nearest the pin. The nines were won by Dorothy Brennan with 20 points and Sheila Kent with 22 points. EAST CLARE GOLF CLUB: Marie Donnellan was the overall winner of the ladies 18 hole competition at East Clare last week with a nett 66. The category winners were Rachel Whelan with 68, Noreen Skehan with 71 and Ursula Hogan with 70. In the men’s 18 hole stroke competition the winner was Sean Ahern with 61 from Dominic Stuart with 65 with third spot filled by Tony Stuart with 67. Ben Rittweger won the gross with 70. The men’s open on Thursday was won by Danny Minogue with 39 from Tony Nelson with 37 with Willie Roche in third spot also with 37. The winners of the ladies Wednesday competition were Terry Mulvihil, Breda Mc Carthy, Maureen Clune and Breda Reid from Pauline Nugent, Ursula Hogan, Breada O Loghlin and Mary Jo Minogue with third spot filled by Claire Ryan, Mary Hogan and Phil Burke. The winners of the senior men’s competition last week were Brendan Moloney, Sean Jones and Brian Torpey from Brian Corry, John Farrell and Paddy O’Brien with third spot filled by Noel Earley, Steve Symes and Tom Larkin. The men’s open competition continues every Thursday with the weekly mixed scramble on Friday evenings from 5.30p.m to 6.30p.m. SOUTH OF IRELAND: The 120th staging of the South of Ireland amateur championship took place at Lahinch last week and provided outstanding golf as the country’s leading amateurs plus some overseas competitors competed for the prestigious title. Hugh Foley from Royal Dublin emerged as the champion defeating Peter O’Keeffe from Douglas, 3 and 1 in the final on Sunday afternoon. The new champion had won the North of Ireland

Kilrush captain's prize winner Noel Kilkenny receives his prize from John McNeilis championship ten days earlier at Royal Portrush. His win in Lahinch saw him become the first man since Darren Clarke in 1990 to complete this unique double. Incidentally Clarke was in winning form again at the weekend when he captured the Open seniors title. Joshua Hill from Galgorm Castle set a new course record for the White course at Lahinch posting a 10-under par round of 62 on Thursday to be the leading qualifier after the 36-hole strokeplay competition. Clare players taking part in the competition were Aaron McNulty and Stephen Loftus (both Lahinch), Killian Howard (Dromoland Castle) and Shane Lillis (Kilrush). The Lahinch pair made it through to the match-

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play stage of the competition and after recording good victories in the first round, they faced each other in round two where McNulty was a 4 and 3 winner. In the next round, however, he lost out to Robert Brazill from Naas. The members’ ‘festival of golf’ kicks off this Thursday with the Dr. Browne Cup (men's fourball) and Kilcreene Cup (ladies fourball). Timesheets for all major competitions will open online seven days in advance at 9a.m.with the exception of the President’s (Richard Pyne) prize when the timesheet for both days (Friday August 12 and Saturday August 13) will open at 9:00am on Friday August 5. On this Friday, Jim Nolan’s captain’s prize gets underway with qualifying rounds on Friday and Saturday. The top 27 nett stableford scores over the 2 days will qualify for the nine-hole playoff which will commence at 2.00pm on Sunday afternoon. The Francis Garrahy Perpetual Plate (Captain’s prize to the Senior Men) takes place on the Castle Course on Saturday (12.00pm – 2.00pm). WOODSTOCK GOLF CLUB: Last week’s open singles at Woodstock was won by David Moloney (17) with 43 points from Ken Horgan(9) with a similar score. Vincents O’Grady (32) was third with 42 points while the gross was won by Jason Considine (1) with 33 points. The category winners were Plunkett McNeilus (9) with 39 points, Brian Mulhern (16) with 41 and Declan Browne (32) with 42 points. Ross Kenny (20) won the July medal with 65 nett from Kevin O’Neill (19) with 67, Chris McGrath (11) with 68 and Damian O’Halloran (19) with 68. Alan Markham (5) won the gross with 77 while the category winners were Stephen Dunne (10) with 69, Ruairi Breen (19) with 74 and Henry Butler (20) with 70. The competition this weekend will be the captain’s (Kieran Dromey) prize which will be a strokeplay competition off the white markers. The leading players will play a 9 hole play off on Monday.

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Moloney, Michael Broadford, Clare Date of Death: Tuesday 26th July 2022

Griffin, Patrick Joseph (PJ) Kilrush, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 24th July 2022

Considine, Angela Lissycasey, Clare Date of Death: Thursday 21st July 2022

Bromell, Éamonn Shannon, Clare Date of Death: Tuesday 26th July 2022

Samuels (née Cummins), Alison Ennis, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 24th July 2022

Henchy, Patrick Clare/ Dublin Date of Death: Friday 22nd July 2022

Gildea, Michael Scariff, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 24th July 2022 Leary, Martin Inagh, Clare Date of Death: Sunday 24th July 2022 Sexton, Michael Miltown Malbay, Clare Date of Death: Thursday 21st July 2022 Crowley (née Ryan), Josie Cree, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 23rd July 2022 Daly (née Nagle), Nora Kilrush, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 23rd July 2022

Collins, Michael Kilfenora, Clare Date of Death: Friday 22nd July 2022

Connell (née Brigid), Sister M. Michele Ennistymon, Clare Date of Death: Friday 22nd April 2022

Ginnane, James Newmarket-on-Fergus, Clare Date of Death: Friday 22nd July 2022

Roche, Matt Shannon, Clare Date of Death: Thursday 21st July 2022

Neville, Denis Lisdoonvarna, Clare Date of Death: Saturday 9th July 2022 Baker, Anthony Connolly, Clare Date of Death: Wednesday 29th June 2022 Barrett, Padraig Lisdoonvarna, Clare Date of Death: Thursday 21st July 2022

THE MIRACLE PRAYER Dear Heart of Jesus, In the past, I have asked for many favours. This time, I ask you This special favour. (Mention Favour) Take it dear Heart of Jesus, And place it within Your own broken heart Where your Father sees it, Then in His Merciful Eyes It will become your favour Not mine. Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days. Promise Publication. -UB

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PLANNING | NOTICES | APPLICATIONS CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL TOOMULLIN, DOOLIN, CO. CLARE Take notice that PJ Hyland intends to apply for permission to build a new garage/ storage shed & 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 MERCHANTS QUAY BUILDING, DRIMNA, KILRUSH, CO. CLARE Take notice that Espresso Bar on Wild Atlantic Way Limited are applying to Clare County Council for planning permission for change of use of existing vacant commercial unit to a restaurant/ café incorporating takeaway, external seating, and canopy along with all associated 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 Clare County Council during its public opening

hours and 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 KNOCKALOUGH, KILMIHIL, CO. CLARE Take notice that Eamonn Downes is applying to Clare County Council for planning permission to demolish existing shed and barn, construct a new dwelling house, garage, construct a new entrance and modify existing farm entrance, install a new sewerage treatment system along with all associated 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 Clare County Council during its public opening hours and 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 CARNACALLA, KILRUSH, CO. CLARE Take notice that Richard Williams is applying to Clare County Council for planning

CASE NO: CASE NOT INITIATED AN CHUIRT DUICHE The District Court No. 86 3 Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE District Court Area of Ennis District No. 12 Eamonn Fitzgerald as Nominee Applicant TAKE NOTICE that the abovenamed Applicant Eamonn Fitzgerald as nominee of Sunny Bay Limited of The Claremont Hotel, Lahinch, Clare intends to apply to the District Court at Ennis District Court on the 28 Sep 2022 at 10:30 for the grant of an Annual Dance Licence a Licence to use a particular place, to wit: LOCATION Lahinch County Clare situate at Lahinch, Lahinch, Clare in court area and district aforesaid, for public dancing Signed Nicholas Nolan Solicitors LLP Solicitor for Applicant Parnell House, 50/52 Parnell Street, Ennis, Clare To the Garda Superintendent, at CourtPresenters.Ennis@garda.ie, Ennis Garda Station, Ennis, Clare, V95 TR83 To the Fire Officer, at fireoff@ clarecoco.ie, Clare Fire Station, Ennis, Clare, V95 CD74 To the Co Council Official, at corporate@clarecoco.ie, Clare County Council, Ennis, Clare, V95 DXP2 To the District Court Clerk, Ennis District Court

permission to construct a new dwelling house, access road, entrance, private garage and install a new wastewater treatment system along with all associated 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 Clare County Council during its public opening hours and 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 MILTOWN MALBAY ROAD, KILKEE, CO. CLARE Take notice that Michael & Joanne O ’Donoghue are applying to Clare County Council for retention permission for an extension to an existing dwelling and planning permission for the construction of a new extension along with all associated 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 Clare County Council during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed

CASE NO: CASE NOT INITIATED AN CHUIRT DUICHE The District Court No. 86 3 Public Dance Halls Act, 1935 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A PUBLIC DANCING LICENCE District Court Area of Ennis District No. 12 Dennehy Michael as Nominee Applicant TAKE NOTICE that the abovenamed Applicant Dennehy Michael as nominee of Western Public House Limited of 18 Abbey Street, Ennis, Clare intends to apply to the District Court at Ennis District Court on the 28 Sep 2022 at 10:30 for the grant of an Annual Dance Licence a Licence to use a particular place, to wit: LOCATION Lahinch County Clare situate at Lahinch, Lahinch, Clare in court area and district aforesaid, for public dancing Signed Nicholas Nolan Solicitors LLP Solicitor for Applicant Parnell House, 50/52 Parnell Street, Ennis, Clare To the Garda Superintendent, at CourtPresenters.Ennis@garda.ie, Ennis Garda Station, Ennis, Clare, V95 TR83 To the Fire Officer, at fireoff@ clarecoco.ie, Clare Fire Station, Ennis, Clare, V95 CD74 To the Co Council Official, at corporate@clarecoco.ie, Clare County Council, Ennis, Clare, V95 DXP2 To the District Court Clerk, Ennis District Court

fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL CROAGH NORTH, BALLYVAUGHAN, CO. CLARE Take notice that Brian Foudy & Associates Ltd of Osprey House, Carmody Street, Ennis, Co. Clare 065 6893565 www.foudyconsulting.ie. intend to apply to the planning authority on behalf of James Vaughan for permission to (a) Renovate and extend existing derelict substandard cottage (b) Install new wastewater treatment system with soil polishing filter (c) Enlarge existing entrance together with all associated site development works and services 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 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL KILBANE, BROADFORD, CO. CLARE We, Jonathan & Alison Ke-

COUNTY: Mayo LANDS: Townland of BALLYGLASS FOLIO: part of the property in folio MV48649 known as plan 59 REGISTERED OWNER: KATHLEEN PRYALL IN THE MATTER OF THE REGISTRATION OF DEEDS & TITLE ACT 1964 AND 2006 IN THE MATTER OF AN APPLICATION BY MICHAEL CALLANDER AND ROSALIND CALLANDER FOR REGISTRATION AS OWNER WITH AN ABSOLUTE TITLE. Application No: D2021LR152862A TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, (and in particular anybody with knowledge of the wherea bouts of the next of kin of Kathleen Pryall) Take Notice that Michael Callander and Rosalind Callander have lodged an application under Section 49 of the above Act to be registered as full owner with an absolute title of the part of Folio MY48649 known as plan 59. The map may be inspected at this Registry. All persons objecting to such registration are hereby required to file their objections in writing within one calendar month from the date of publication of this notice. In the absence of objection or in the event of any objection not being sustained registration will be effected. Dated this the 28 day of July 2022. Satr to insert date the motice is placed in the newspaper) MARGARET MULHAIR ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL THE PROPERTY REGISTRATION AUTHORITY CHANCERY STREET DUBLIN 7.

arney, are applying to the above authority for permission for the following development on property at Kilbane, Broadford, Co Clare: Permission for construction of new detached dormer dwelling, detached domestic garage, bored well, onsite wastewater treatment system and percolation area, connection to necessary services, new entrance together with all associated ancillary and incidental site 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 during its public opening hours and 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 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 THE MUSTARD SEED, CASTLEQUARTER, CRATLOE, CO. CLARE, EIRCODE V952R4 Take notice that Mary and Kieran Sheahan intend to apply for permission to retain the changes to the existing dwelling house, the upgraded sewerage treatment system and for permission to revise the existing boundaries & 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 FURTHER INFORMATION/ REVISED PLANS PLANNING REFERENCE: P 22 / 265 Development Description: Retention permission for the construction of an extension to an existing dwelling, relocation of the sewerage treatment unit, revision of site boundaries and the construction of a garage and planning permission to install the percolation area granted under P 00/1309 and construction of the northern and part of the eastern site boundaries in sod and stone along with all associated works at Ballinagun East, Cree, Co. Clare. Location: Ballinagun East, Cree, Co. Clare. Take notice that Joe Garry has lodged significant further information in respect of planning application P 22 / 265. 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 Chontae 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 BALLYGEERY WEST, CO. CLARE Island Stability Services, intend to apply for permission for development at this site Ballygeery West, Co. Clare. The development will consist oThe development will consist of a 10 year planning permission for the construction of a: 1. enclosed battery energy storage system compound on a total of up to c. 6 hectare site, to include: 1 no. TSO electrical substation building and 1 no. single storey customer substation, control and switch rooms, up to 19 battery storage blocks on concrete support structures including heating, ventilation and air conditioning unit (HVAC units), transformer and inverter units. Including access tracks and site entrance, associated electrical cabling and ducting, security gates, perimeter security fencing, CCTV system, landscaping works and all associated ancillary infrastructure. That 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 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 authority of the application. CLARE COUNTY COUNCIL GREGANS EAST, BALLYVAUGHAN, CO. CLARE. FURTHER INFORMATION/ REVISED PLANS PLANNING REF: P22/161 Development Description: the development consists of the construction of a calving unit with underground slatted effluent tank and associated site works. Location: Gregans East, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. Take notice that “Rodger Woods” has lodged significant further information in respect of planning application P22/161. 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, Aras Contae an Chlair, 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, LEADMORE EAST, KILRUSH, CO. CLARE Take notice that G. Egan intends to apply for Permission for development at Leadmore East, Kilrush, Co. Clare. The Development will consist of Permission to construct a total of Eight No. Two-Storey Detached Dwelling Houses along with connections to existing public sewers and services, internal service road, new entrance onto public road, including all ancillary site works, at Leadmore East, Kilrush, Co. Clare. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of County Council, during its public opening hours, at Clare County Council, Planning Department, Aras Contae an Chlair, New Road, Ennis, County Clare. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the planning application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.

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The Clare Echo Quiz CLARE GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ Name the Clare farmer who was 1earlier blessed with quadruplet calves this year. Tom Clair, Tim Clohessy, Ted Cahir

How soon does Willie Daly prom2 ise you will be married if you touch his ‘Lucky Book’? Three months, Six months, A year

many square kilometres is 3How our fair county? 2,955 sq km, 3,059 sq km 3,188 sq km

Which parish is Pope Francis technically Bishop of?

1922, 1925, 1929

Kilfenora, Killaloe, Kilrush

l TRUMP: When did The Donald visit Ireland last?

did Clare man John Phillip 8What Holland invent? The propeller, the steam engine, the submarine

l DO YOU KNOW: Which parish in Clare is Pope Francis technically Bishop of?

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many lions feature on the did The Donald visit Ireland 9How Clare GAA crest? 6When last? 2, 3, 4

6. 2019 7. Brian Meaney 8. The submarine 9. 3 10. 4

2017, 2018, 2019

How many structures have Which Councillor wanted to put 10 stood on the site of Bunratty 7 up a plaque to mark ‘Ireland’s Castle? largest lingerie section’? Brian Meaney, James Breen, Pat Daly

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Spot the Difference Can you spot the difference? Spot the 7 differences. The answers will be revealed in next weeks edition.

. Part of wrist band missing (left) . O’neills missing on training top . GAA crest missing on jersey . O’neills missing on shorts

1. Tom Clair 2. Six months 3. 3,188 sq km 4. 1929 5. Kilfenora

What year did the Ardnacrusha power station open?

. Hat different colour (right) . Zip and hood different colour (background right) . Button missing on jacket (right)

Members of the Inagh Kilnamona team which won the inaugural U19A hurling championship

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