Clare Echo Instagram Art Competition
If you are bored with the Kids then why not get them to give this a go. The Clare Echo are running an instagram art competition. The Primary School prize is a €75 voucher from Toymaster Ennis. For the secondary…
Leaving Cert Shakespeare Plays to Air on RTE
Shakespeares classic plays are never easy material and for those studying for the leaving cert they can be a point of stress at the best of times. The Covid-19 Crisis has added to that but RTE have ridden to the…
An Post New Services for Vulnerable & Newpaper Delivery
An Post have announced two new services to help out everyone during the Covid-19 Crisis. Postmen and women across the country can now call into vulnerable people along their route. There is also a new service to have your newpaper…
Covid19: Red Cross & Age Action Create Hardship Fund for Older People
The Irish Red Cross and Age Action has publicly launched a COVID-19 Hardship Fund to respond to the immediate needs of older people in vulnerable situations across Ireland experiencing additional hardship as a result of the COVID-19 health crisis. It…
County Wide Community Support Helpline Launched – 1890 252943
A dedicated community support helpline (1890 252943) has been established in Clare County Council to assist 'at risk' members of the public in accessing non-emergency and non-medical supports and advice during the current public health emergency. The helpline and support…
Covid-19 Crisis: Lockdown – List of restrictions announced – Taoiseach Quotes Terminator 2
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar quoted T2's famous "No Fate" concept as he has announced a Lockdown as of midnight tonight until Easter Sunday, a two week period. Everyone must stay at home except in specific circumstances. All non essential businesses will…
Bridge United & Sixmilebridge GAA Facilities Closed Reminder
Both Bridge United AFC and Sixmilebridge GAA made it clear late last week to members and the public that their facilities are closed, including for casual use, during the current Covid-19 Crisis. The announcements were made 4-5 days before the…
Obair Meals on Wheels in Sixmilebridge, Fundraising & Appeal for Chef Volunteers
Obair Meals On Wheels is a fantastic service operating in South Clare. Currently they are fundraising and looking for volunteer chefs. Please donate and share this with any Chefs who might be willing to help. New routes From 20th March,…
Covid-19 Crisis: Economic interventions – Rent freezes, 70% Wage Subsidies, 400,000 job losses
Minister Regina Doherty predicts 400,000 job losses. Taoiseach stated the impact on the economy & employment would be enormous. Crisis to continue for weeks if not months. Announced specific economic measures to help those affected. Covid-19 Payments Covid-19 unemployment payment…
Covid-19 Crisis: Update on New Restrictions
The Government is now asking people to stay at home if possible but this is NOT a lockdown. People can go outside to go to the shops, to exercise and to go to medical or dental appointments. They can also…