Clare Civil Defence has taken delivery of a brand-new rescue boat, significantly strengthening the organisation’s emergency response and water safety capabilities across the county.
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Clare Arts Office in conjunction with Clare Museum will host ‘Ethereal’, a photography exhibition by Christopher Quinn, from June 23 to July 19.
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Clare Museum in conjunction with creative facilitator Aideen Sweeney, will host two separate, two-day Creative History Summer Camps.
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The children of County Clare have been busy helping Clare County Council’s roads team name the county’s gritters, ahead of next winter, when the seven-strong fleet are expected back on duty.
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Clare County Council has appointed Custy Construction Ltd. as contractor for the construction of 16 social housing units at Moore Street, Kilrush. This development is being funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and is scheduled for completion in 2027, with construction expected to commence in July.
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Clare County Council has awarded a Civic Reception to Dr. Mick Guinee, founder and Chairman of Ei Electronics, in recognition of his contribution to the economic and social development of County Clare and beyond.
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Clare County Council honoured one of the county’s most celebrated pioneers with the official unveiling of a bust of Dr. Brendan O’Regan at Áras Contae an Chláir in Ennis on Friday evening, June 13.
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Clare Libraries is again inviting children to dive into the joy of reading with the Summer Stars Reading Programme. Children from Holy Family Junior School, Ennis celebrated the launch of the Summer Stars Reading Programme on June 12, 2025, in De Valera Library.
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The award-winning Fossett’s Circus is making a spectacular return to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park at 4pm, on June 14, and June 15. Set against the stunning backdrop of Bunratty Castle, this event promises to be a highlight of the summer season.
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Clare Local Studies and Archives will host a special exhibition, in partnership with the O’Dea Clan Convention, from June 13 to 16.
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The vibrant heart of West Clare will come alive as the Vandeleur Festival Kilrush returns for its third year, taking place from Thursday, June 26 to Sunday, June 29, 2025. Set in the stunning surrounds of the Vandeleur Walled Garden and Visitor Centre, the festival promises an unforgettable four-day celebration of music, culture and community spirit.
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Shannon MD hosted a Special Recognition Award Ceremony on May 29, celebrating exceptional individuals and groups who have made outstanding contributions to their communities.
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Clare Arts Office, in conjunction with the Edna O’Brien Library in Scarriff and Mountshannon Arts Festival, will host Silent Conversations by the artist Ana Colomer in the Gallery at the Edna O’Brien Library, Scarriff, from June 19 to July 17.
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Clare County Council is joining forces with Ennis Medical Center and other key services in Clare to promote Men's Health this June. The event will take place on Thursday, June 12, at the Buttermarket, Drumbiggle, Ennis, from 9:15 AM to 1 PM, followed by a light lunch with the option to attend a walk in Lees Road after the event.
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County Clare to host gathering of iron smelters and Blacksmiths this August. One of Europe’s most unique heritage festivals is set to return to the heart of the Burren this August 23 and 24, as traditional iron smelters, blacksmiths and other traditional craftspeople gather for the fourth Caherconnell International Furnace Festival.
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In a first for a public park in County Clare, Clare County Council has commissioned the creation of in-situ tree sculptures, transforming the remains of felled trees in Shannon into woodland carvings that now dot the Town Park landscape.
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