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Serious concerns raised over proposed LNG terminal in the Shannon Estuary

Tail-wagging news as planning permission granted for Clare's first official dog ...

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Planning permission sought for new indoor sports facility near busy Clare town c...

Ballycar Green Energy is seeking to develop the wind-farm on a 140-hectare site in south east Clare | FILE PHOTO

New date confirmed for oral hearing into plans for controversial Clare wind farm

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Historic Clare club secures planning permission for major pitch upgrades

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LATEST: Plans unveiled for six new public roads across County Clare

LIVE: Clare TDs urged to oppose Clare LNG Terminal in Shannon Estuary

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Clare motorists warned as road works speed limits in Ennis to remain in place fo...

A final decision on the application is expected by February 13.

Planning permission sought for development of major housing project in coastal C...

A new bus stop at Kilminchy, Portlaoise.

Clare commuters to benefit from new bus stop in village near Ennis

Uisce Éireann proposes to start construction in 2028 and to be completed within five years

Parts of Clare to be impacted by Uisce Éireann's largest-ever water project in I...

Applications now open in Clare for the Community Monuments Fund 2026

‘Build up or build out’: Councillors seek council home extensions in Clare amid ...

A final decision on the application is expected by February 13.

Major upgrade to leisure facilities planned at historic Clare secondary school

Council seeking community support centres across Clare ahead of future severe we...

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Planning permission sought for new Padel tennis courts at prominent Clare hotel

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Growing Clare school to add new classrooms after securing planning permission
A busy national school near Ennis has secured planning approval for a new extension
Paige Foley

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Search for suitable site stalls plans for new bus shelter in busy Clare village

LATEST: Major energy project for Clare as new Shannon Estuary site selected

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Plans for better amenities for popular Clare beaches met with mixed responses

LATEST: Plans unveiled for new bus stops in Clare town as new service is to be r...

Ballycar Green Energy is seeking to develop the wind-farm on a 140-hectare site in south east Clare | FILE PHOTO

'Eleventh hour' postponement of oral hearing into proposed Clare wind farm is sl...

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‘Make our towns cool and sexy’: Calls intensify for action on underused Clare pr...

Construction of new footpaths proposed for popular tourist destination in Clare

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LATEST: Plans unveiled for new public roads in two popular Clare towns

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Planning permission sought for new holiday accommodation at major Clare vacation...

Planning permission sought for major expansion of popular Clare museum

Major renewable energy project wins planning permission for new Clare site
Clare County Council has granted planning permission for 12 HVO-powered generators and associated infrastructure, supporting renewable energy production in the region
Paige Foley

Urgent calls for improved safety measures for vulnerable road users in busy Clar...

Renewed calls for audit of vacant retail units in Clare town amid housing crisis

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'Major disruption' expected as preparations begin for 'critical' national projec...

Concerns have been raised over the loss of parking spaces in Ennis due to ongoing works in the town since 2023 | FILE PHOTO

'Not lost, but rather repurposed': Ennis parking spaces under scrutiny amid ongo...

LATEST: Major upgrade to busy road in Clare town advances to next stage

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'We are not asking for privilege' - Renewed calls for new hospital to be built i...

Delays in progressing the long-awaited N85 realignment project were discussed at the October meeting of Clare County Council

‘Embarrassing piece of infrastructure’: Urgent calls for upgrade works on busy C...

LATEST: Locals condemn plans to build 150-metre high wind turbines in Clare

PICTURES: Clare pupils celebrate as names are revealed for county’s fleet of gri...

One of the aims of the Ennis LTP is to reduce car dependence

Clare Council extends public consultation for Ennis Local Transport Plan by two ...

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Shannon Airport Group sets out top priorities as National Development Plan is re...

The gates have been locked at the International Rugby Experience since Christmas when the attraction closed

Mayor of Limerick holds meeting with JP McManus over International Rugby Experie...

New Walkability Study planned for busy Clare town to examine accessibility issues

New Walkability Study planned for busy Clare town to examine accessibility issue...

Over 300 people lodged objections against the Fahy Beg wind farm proposal on lands 14km from Limerick city

High Court dismisses challenge against plans for new wind farm in south east Cla...

Preparations for Ryder Cup 2027 in Adare Manor are being stepped up | PICTURE: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

LATEST: Ryder Cup organisers formally seek event licence for 2027 tournament in ...

Pictured: Spanish Point in Co Clare. Image from Google Street View

'Essential' works to take place at popular Clare beauty spot 'as soon as possibl...

The three storey-over basement outlet will be located on a 1.3 acre site close to the waterfront in Ennis

Council approves exciting plans for new 'landmark' Penneys store in busy Clare t...

€11 million was spent in the first five years and €23 million was spent in the five years after that

REVEALED: Council spends more than €30 million on 'strategic projects' across Cl...

The stunning landscape of the Cliffs of Moher has developed as the largest natural attraction in Ireland, with 1.3 million visitors arriving in 2023

Council will not disclose details of land purchases relating to Cliffs of Moher ...

Discount retailer Lidl has received planning permission for a new store in Sixmilebridge - its fifth in County Clare

Lidl secures planning permission for fifth store in County Clare despite local o...

The R471, Cloonlara Road at Sixmilebridge will be closed for five weeks

ALERT: Motorists warned of delays amid five-week road closure in busy Clare town

The existing Ardscoil Mhuire is to be demolished this summer

Clare students offered final chance to walk around much-loved school ahead of de...

Paddy Wagons Tours Limited is seeking to change the use of part of its premises - at Mermaid House - from retail use and office use to a restaurant

Tour company granted permission for new restaurant and car park development in C...

In the case of Clare County Council, the report states it is within the mid-range when compared to other local authorities and that it has 'work to do'

Council criticised over its management of 'inaccurate' electoral register for Cl...

Clare County Council says deadline to submit views on planned works in Newmarket on Fergus is fast-approaching

Have your say! Views sought on proposed traffic calming measures for Clare town

The building, known locally in Kilrush as 'The Monastery', is a protected structure

Permission refused for solar panels on roof of former hotel in Clare town

The local authority says it cannot comment on aspects of the so-called Tobin report which were leaked earlier this week as it remains in draft form and has not been formally signed off or approved

Clare farmers vow to resist any CPO of lands along planned route of Cliffs of Mo...

Cllr David Griffin called for a junction box or 'other appropriate traffic management solution' to be installed at the intersection between Dún Áras and Cluain Alainn, Hurlers Cross and the main road

Council rejects calls for new yellow box junction on busy road in Clare town

The funding, allocated by Transport Infrastructure Ireland, will be made available to Clare County Council during 2025

Funding of more than €2 million allocated for upkeep of national roads in Clare

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