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Donald Trump’s Doonbeg golf resort has been granted planning for a €38 million expansion
Trump purchased the hotel and golf course in 2014.
Democrats investigate Pence stay at Trump's Doonbeg hotel
Pence has defended as “logical” his decision to stay at Doonbeg.
Mike Pence defends choice to stay at Trump's Doonbeg resort despite most meetings taking place in Dublin
Pence has been staying at the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel during his two-day visit to Ireland.
Suspended sentence for man who pleaded guilty to possessing 531 child pornography images
A factor in not imposing a jail term was the “undue delay” by the State in prosecuting the case.
Surfers battle to refloat stranded dolphin on Clare beach
The mammal was later found dead in a nearby river.
Horses left to die by farmer in 'unprecedented' animal cruelty case
Martin Gerald Foley pleaded guilty to 20 charges out of a total of 193 charges first brought against him.
Government minister to attend protest against Trump's visit to Ireland
A number of protests will take place during the US President’s visit.
Growhouse containing cannabis worth an estimated €900k discovered in Co Clare
A woman has been arrested at the scene.
Body of missing Clare man found by fishermen
The man had been missing from his home since Wednesday.
Man in his 60s dies in car crash in Co Clare
Gardaí in Killaloe are appealing for witnesses.
Garda rescues couple and baby from overturned car just before it catches fire
The car is understood to have lost control, struck a wall and rolled over into a green area.
Mayo man (49) questioned over alleged rape of 75-year-old woman in Ennis
The alleged incident was reported to Gardaí on Thursday.
Man seriously injured after car hits tree near Ennis
Gardaí have appealed for witnesses.
Bathing reopened at Doonbeg beach after water analysis
The council said the HSE advised the move following the tests of water samples.
Teenager arrested in connection with fatal nightclub stabbing released without charge
A second man was injured during the altercation, which occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Man in his 20s stabbed to death in nightclub altercation
The scene has been preserved for a technical examination.
Fáilte Ireland raised concerns with Doonbeg wind farm months after Varadkar email
Fáilte Ireland said that the development could have an impact on tourism along the Wild Atlantic Way.
Clare auctioneer 'of some standing' jailed for raping his friend's daughter
The court was told that the sexual abuse his victim suffered had a “deep and long-lasting impact” on her to this day.
'Unacceptable': Kilkee Coast Guard could struggle with the influx of tourists, Dáil told
The Dáil was told that there had been six incidents last year where “no sea rescue was available” from the Kilkee Coast Guard.
Father-of-two dies after falling while taking down Christmas decorations in his home
The man in his 50s is said to have suffered a serious head injury.
US committee examining claim of Russian mafia money link to Trump's Doonbeg golf course
The committee is investigating the alleged collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia during the 2016 election.
Ennis has been named Ireland's friendliest place
Retail Excellence Ireland announced the Clare town as the winner.
Arrest made after man wearing Guy Fawkes mask robs Ennis shop
A sum of cash was taken, but no one was injured in the incident.
Drain cleaning fluid 'got mixed with water' at Ennis dental surgeries
The HSE is currently in contact with the parents of up to 43 children to see if they were affected by the problem.
This bar in Clare is the first Irish pub to be given a Michelin Star - here's a look at the grub
The Wild Honey Inn was praised for its ‘robust and confident’ cooking. Mmm.
Death of man in his 40s in Ennis being treated as suspicious
The man’s death is being treated as suspicious.
'I was in no hurry': Farmer waited until days before deadline to collect lottery cash
The winner said he has no major plans for the €500,000, bar some upgrades to farm machinery.
Garda probe into St Patrick’s weekend death of man after post-mortem throws up questions
Gerard Tubridy of Cree, Co Clare died on 20 March, two days after being admitted to hospital.
Missing Clare man found safe and well
James Shannon had been missing from his home in Inagh since Saturday.
Gardaí praised for rescue of man from burning apartment overnight
The man was located on a couch in the apartment and pulled to safety.
Man (69) who pleasured himself while being washed by care assistants avoids jail
Michael Mason plead guilty to sexual assault.
Woman seeks to block her children travelling to London because of terror threat
A Co Clare judge ruled that a mother must hand over her children’s passports.
Man (50s) dies after falling into a slurry pit in Co Clare
Gardaí and health and safety inspectors are investigating the incident.
'Conor found something on the internet that went wrong' - Funeral held for tragic teenage boy in Clare
Conor Wilmot died in Sixmilebridge last Thursday.
Cyclist (50) killed after collision with camper van in Clare
The stretch of road is closed to facilitate an examination of the scene.
Man who strangled woman he was having an affair with jailed for 8 years
Deirdre McCarthy’s strangled body was found washed up on Fanore Beach, Co Clare, on 31 March 2011.
Appeals for help after toddler Estlin Wall (3) dies in car crash and her father fights for his life
The crash happened in Co. Clare on Wednesday.
Plans for Trump wall along Clare coast withdrawn - but a new one is on the way
Trump’s firm applied in May of this year for a 2.8km 200,000-tonne rock barrier that would protect the golf course from destruction by sea waves.
16 photos that prove Clare is a gorgeous place, honestly
The banner is all over the news today.
Doonbeg 'buzzing' after businessman Donald Trump voted US President
It’s been an eventful morning in the west Co Clare village – with a lot more activity to come.
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