Clare FM
Clare FM is a radio station based in County Clare, Ireland, offering a mix of music, news, and local programming. The podcast brings the station's content to listeners on demand, featuring highlights from shows and interviews. It reflects the station's commitment to serving the Clare community with engaging audio content.
Episodes
Road Safety Initiative- Episode 6: Garda Eddie Golden on Motorbike Safety
Clare FM brings you our latest feature, Clare FM’s Road Safety Initiative.
In this episode, Clare FM’s Lily Collins is joined by Superintendent in the Clare/Tipperary Garda Division, Eddie Golden. Eddie shares road safety advice for motorbike users and for those sharing the road with motorbikes.
Funded by the Coimisiún na Meán’s news reporting scheme.
Cllr Confirms Tenant Repaid In RTB Case And Calls For Fair And Transparent Dispute System
A Clare County Councillor at the centre of an rental dispute has confirmed she's repaid her tenant in full following an RTB determination, but has called for a review of the tribunal process.
The Residential Tenancies Board ordered Councillor Rita McInerney to repay tenant Bartosz Milinski the sum of €5,100 in overpaid rent after it was found a rent review served in March last year, raising the r
The Future of Disability Services – Week 6 - Healthcare & Support Services
On this week’s episode of ‘The Future of Disability Services’, we focus on Healthcare & Support Services
Pat Flynn visits Kilbane in East Clare to meet Madge O’Callaghan.
This feature, 'The Future of Disability Services' is funded by the News Reporting Scheme.
Saltaire At Kenny’s Bar In Lahinch
There's a great night of live folk and traditional music coming up at Kenny's Bar in Lahinch, and joining Alan Morrissey was a trio whose sound brings together the best of Irish and American folk traditions.
Saltaire features singer and cellist Kaitlin Cullen-Verhauz, guitarist Ian Kinsella, and bodhrán and bouzouki player Conor Lyons.
With their haunting melodies, beautiful musicianship and
Tulla Pipe Band Hold Recruitment Night
Tulla Pipe Band is celebrating a very special milestone this year — 90 years of music, tradition and community spirit. And as part of that celebration, the band is looking to the future by inviting new members to come along and discover the world of piping and drumming.
Whether you're a teenager or an adult, an experienced musician or a complete beginner, Tulla Pipe Band wants to hear from you.
Burren Winterage
The Burren’s unique landscape and centuries-old farming traditions will take centre stage this weekend as the annual Winterage Weekend returns from the 23rd to the 25th of October.
The highlight will be the traditional cattle drives in Fanore, as local farmers move their cattle onto the limestone uplands for the winter.
The weekend also features local food, music, walks and conservation eve
Clare Connection To Belgium U20 Side In World Rugby Challenger Final
There's a very strong Clare connection to an international rugby story unfolding thousands of miles away in Santiago, Chile.
Thomas Ironside Wickham, whose mother is from Spanish Point, is captain of the Belgian U20 rugby team, and he and his teammates have produced a superb run of performances to reach the final of the World Rugby U20 Challenger.
Belgium defeated Portugal in their opening ma
Kilbane Student Balances Studies With Farming
Before most of her classmates get to college, Hayley Skehan has already been in the parlour.
Hayley is a student who is pursuing her degree, while also helping out on her family's 80-cow dairy farm in Kilbane.
To find out how she manages to juggle it all, Hayley Skehan, Kilbane based student, joined Alan Morrissey.
Photo (c) Clare FM
The ‘Barely Trad’ Clare Musicians For Alzheimers 2027
Thursday's Morning Focus spoke about a very different kind of calendar — one that brings together Clare's rich musical talent, a little bit of fun and a very important cause.
The ‘Barely Trad’ Clare Musicians for Alzheimer’s 2027 Calendar is the brainchild of Siobhán O’Sullivan. Featuring 12 groups of Clare musicians in some wonderfully quirky photographs, the project aims to raise awareness of
Futureproof Clare’s Open Letter To Minister Darragh O'Brien: Ban LNG terminals In Ireland
A proposed liquefied natural gas terminal in Co. Clare is at the centre of renewed debate about Ireland’s energy security, climate commitments and future energy policy.
Futureproof Clare is among the groups and individuals who have signed an open letter to Minister Darragh O’Brien, calling on the Government to abandon its plans for LNG infrastructure and instead accelerate the transition to ren
Ennis Jr. Tidy Towns Halloween Costume Swap & Donation Event
Halloween is just around the corner, and if you're clearing out the wardrobe or wondering what to do with last year's costume, Ennis Jr. Tidy Towns has a great suggestion: give it a second life!
The group is organising a Halloween Costume Swap and Donation Event, encouraging people to donate good-quality, pre-loved Halloween costumes and Christmas jumpers.
It's an initiative that aims to redu
Soroptomist And Samaritans Fundraising Collaboration
A wonderful local collaboration will take place, bringing together Soroptimist International Ennis & District and Samaritans Ennis & Clare with a shared goal of raising €15,000 towards the purchase of an Outreach Van.
The van would help Samaritans volunteers bring their message of support and connection into communities across Clare, reaching people who may be experiencing loneliness or isolati
Impact Of Public Sector Strikes
The ongoing public sector pay dispute will be debated in the Dáil today, following yesterday's nationwide strike involving more than 300 thousand workers.
A Labour motion is calling on the Government to negotiate in good faith with unions and deliver pay increases that at least match inflation.
The leaders of Fórsa, SIPTU, the INMO and the INTO are due to meet today to discuss 'next steps'.
L
IDA In Early Talks To Secure New Industry At Daktronics Plant
There's hopes of new industry being attracted to a North Clare factory on the cusp of closure. It's understand the Industrial Development Authority is in early negotiations with an interested company about moving into the Daktronics factory in Ennistymon. Daktronics is currently progressing through a redundancy process with its 100 staff from the facility, where it will be exiting its operations o
Proposal To Downsize Shannon Fire Station Deferred
Plans to decrease the number of crew members at Shannon Fire Station have been deferred. Councillors had been due to approve the county's Fire & Emergency Operations Plan at this month's meeting of the county's elected representatives. Under the proposal, it's understood, the number of crew at the base would be capped at 14, with retained firefighters previously warning of serious risks if 16 crew
Drivers Urged To Slow Down On Darragh N68 Regardless Of Speed Review
The Chair of the Safer Clare committee is urging motorists to slow down on a section of the main artery connecting Ennis and Kilrush. It follows another multi-vehicle collision at Darragh on the N68 last week, where motorists were fortunate to escape injury. The stretch is currently the subject of a speed limit review, which could see it reduced to 80km/h. Clare Local Safety Community Partnership
Atlantic Tales - David Kelly - Episode 265
On this week's Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn visits Kilrush to meet videographer and film-maker David Kelly.
He runs Lukewarm Volcano and is particularly drawn to community-focused projects, documentaries and Irish history most of all.
David is also an accredited National Tour Guide.
IBTS Working To Prevent MidWest Cancellations Amid Blood Shortages
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service says it's working hard to prevent hospital cancellations in the MidWest.
It comes as the Organisation has issued a pre-amber alert, meaning many facilities have less than 3 days of blood supplies in stock.
Clinics will be taking place at Treacy's West County Hotel in Ennis this evening and tomorrow from 4.50pm until 8.10pm, where all blood types are being soug
Páraic Kerrigan On His New Book: Pop Culchie
What do Daniel O’Donnell, Nadine Coyle’s missing passport, Fat Frog ice cream, iodine tablets, Housewife of the Year and the television programme Alive-O have in common? They’re all part of the wonderfully strange story of modern Ireland.
Alan Morrissey was joined by Páraic Kerrigan, bestselling author, researcher and Assistant Professor at UCD, whose new book, Pop Culchie: The Irish Popular Cul
Financial Solutions: Pension Contributions And Your 2025 Tax Return: 10 Points To Consider
On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tommy Corbett from Carey Corbett Financial Solutions.
This week, Tommy gave us advice to prepare for your 2025 tax return.
If you want to send in any questions for Tommy contact 0861800964 or email focus@clare.fm
Photo (c) Tommy Corbett
Construction Industry Federation “Back to Basics”
The Construction Industry Federation has launched its latest construction safety campaign, urging employers and workers to refocus on the fundamentals of health and safety on construction sites.
The two-week campaign, running from October 12th to 23rd, carries the theme “Back to Basics” and comes against a concerning backdrop.
According to the latest figures from the Health and Safety Autho
Road Safety Initiative- Episode 5: Stephen McKenna on Night-Time Driving
Clare FM brings you our latest feature, Clare FM’s Road Safety Initiative.
In this episode, Clare FM’s Lily Collins is joined by Stephen McKenna, Head of Claims at Campion Insurance. Stephen discusses the dangers associated with driving at night, and provides advice to travel safely in the dark.
Funded by the Coimisiún na Meán’s news reporting scheme.
Samhain Sessions: New Grassroots Trad Festival In Doonbeg
On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was chatting about an exciting new addition to the cultural calendar in West Clare — Samhain Sessions, a brand-new grassroots traditional music festival taking place in Doonbeg over the October bank holiday weekend, from the 23rd to the 25th of October.
The festival celebrates the wealth of local musicians, singers, dancers, storytellers and teachers
Proposed Expansion To Abbey Street Car Park
A new proposal has been submitted for the extension of the Abbey Street Car Park.
The issue of parking was a hot topic at this month's meeting of Ennis Municipal district, with Mayor of Ennis Tommy Guilfoyle proposing the addition of an upper-level, open-plan carpark to the Abbey Street Car Park in the county town.
In response to a separate motion from Clareabbey Councillor Tom O'Callaghan, th
strikes
The biggest public service strike in more than 15 years will bring widespread disruption across the country today.
Schools are closed and hospital appointments cancelled as thousands of public sector workers take to picket lines.
From hospitals and classrooms - to government offices and the courts, today's strike is affecting almost every area of public life.
Emergency medical care will cont
Clare Teachers' Rep Claims Recruitment Crisis Will Worsen Without Adequate Pay Deal
A Clare teachers representative claims the recruitment and retention crisis in the sector will worsen without an adequate pay deal. It comes as the biggest public service strike in more than 15 years will bring widespread disruption across the country today. From hospitals and classrooms, to government offices and the courts, today's strike is affecting almost every area of public life, as over 30
Calls For Health Minister To Urgently Publish Midwest Winter Safety Plan
The Health Minister is being called on to urgently publish a winter safety plan for the Midwest, amid concerns over increasing levels of attendances at University Hospital Limerick. Attendances at the region's main hospital look set to exceed 100,000 this year, before a seasonal increase is accounted for. The latest HSE figures show yearly attendances are up 8% on the figure for 2025, with 77,443
Hopes Uptick In Supply Will Soon Offset Increase In Clare Property Prices
It's hoped an increase in the number of properties coming onto the housing market will ease house price pressures in Clare in the near future.
The latest report from MyHome.ie found the average price paid in this county in the third quarter of 2026 was €295,000, a 3% increase on 2025.
Between July and September, 14,600 properties were available to buy nationwide, up more than 10% in the space of
Tributes Paid To Founder Of Clare Animal Rescue Service
Tributes have been paid to the founder of one of Clare's longest running animal rescue services.
Frances Murphy founded Second Chance Animal Rescue over 30 years ago and invested tens of thousands of her euros and hours in ensuring dogs, cats, horses and more grew up in a nurturing environment and found forever homes.
The Kildysart native passed away this week following a battle with illness, an
Save Money, Help The Planet: Free Climate Action Week Day In Ennis
Climate action doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. A free, family-friendly event at Ennis Scout Hall on Saturday, October 17th, is inviting people to discover practical ways to save money, reduce waste, grow their own food and help the planet.
Organised by Clare Local Development Company as part of Climate Action Week, the day will bring together local community groups, growers and or
Appeal Issued After Make-A-Wish Mascot Goes Missing From Trump's Doonbeg Resort During Irish Open
An appeal has been issued for the public’s help to bring home Make-A-Wish's much-loved giant teddy bear, who went missing from the charity’s tent at this year’s Irish Open in Doonbeg.
For around 15 years, Hope has been a familiar face at Make-A-Wish events across Ireland, welcoming children and families, offering furry hugs and helping the charity bring hope, strength and happiness to children
History In Focus: The Irish Tenant League
On this week’s History in Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by local historian and author, Colm Liddy to chat about the birth of the Irish Tenant League.
If you have any stories you would like to share with Colm about your townland you can contact him at colmliddy@eircom.net or Clare FM at focus@clare.fm.
Image (c) Clare FM
Hometree's Eco-Arts Project Dinnseanchas
What stories is the landscape telling us?
That’s the question at the heart of Dinnseanch as, an eco-arts project from nature restoration charity Hometree, which is coming to Ennis from October 15th to 18th.
Combining art, poetry, film and community participation, the project explores our relationship with the land and how we can imagine a different future for our landscapes and rural communit
Clare European Volunteering Capital 2027: Faces Of Volunteering – Stevie Hayes
Clare is preparing to celebrate its title as European Volunteering Capital 2027, recognising the thousands of people across the county who give their time to support their communities.
Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the importance of volunteering was Stevie Hayes from the Clare Civil Defence.
Clare Civil Defence is part of the national Civil Defence network in Ireland, a volunteer-based org
Lack Of Sexual Assault Treatment Units In Midwest Failing Survivors
It's claimed survivors of sexual assault and rape in Clare are facing barriers to justice due to a lack of adequate healthcare facilities.
There are currently six Sexual Assault Treatment Units nationwide, but none serving the MidWest.
Although Limerick does have a Forensic Medical Examination Unit, this can only be accessed via Garda referral.
Ennis Fine Gael Councillor and Clare Local Area
Bóthar Na Smaointe & An Uile Bhealach Abhaile
Two exciting new works by acclaimed musicians and composers Aoife Ní Bhriain and Colm Ó Foghlú are heading on a nationwide tour this October.
Bóthar na Smaointe and An Uile Bhealach Abhaile, commissioned and produced by Stiúideo Cuan, bring together a world-class ensemble to celebrate the richness and creativity of Irish music.
The tour visits Galway, Ennis, Belfast and Dublin, and honours t
TG4 Documentary Explores Clare Village Said To Have Been Swallowed By The Sea
A new documentary is set to explore the legend of a Clare village said to have been swallowed by the Atlantic.
Cill Stuifín follows folklorist Aindrias de Staic as he investigates the story of the lost village off the coast of West Clare, following in the footsteps of his late father, folklorist Eddie Stack.
Cill Stuifín wil air on TG4 today, Tuesday, October 13 at 9.30pm.
To tell us more,
National Strikes Happening From Wednesday, Widespread Disruption To Schools And Health Services
The Public Expenditure Minister is due to brief his Cabinet colleagues today on the efforts made to engage with unions ahead of tomorrow's strike by public sector workers.
It's after unions rejected Jack Chambers' invitation to meet at the Workplace Relations Commission today.
More than 300 thousand workers including teachers, healthcare staff and civil servants will take part in a 24 hour
Hopes For Major Investment As Ennis Data Centre Gets Legal Green Light
Hopes have been expressed that the construction of a 200-megawatt data centre in Ennis will attract significant international investment to Clare. The Supreme Court has upheld a decision by the then An Bord Pleanála to grant planning permission for the development. The project is a key part of the Ennis 2040 plan, with applicant Art Data Centres describing it as the only centre “of this scale that
Clare FM Sideline View Review Monday October 12th
We are celebrating county champions as Inagh-Kilnamona take control of the Canon Hamilton for the first time while Kilmurry Ibrickane have captured a second Clare ladies senior football crown.
Sports Review – 13th October 2026
Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch took us through the weekend’s sporting fixtures.
~ T.U.S. Clare Senior Hurling Championship Final ~
Inagh-Kilnamona v Kilmaley (Sunday, Ennis)
~ Clare Senior LGFA Final ~
Kilmurry Ibrickane v Fergus Rovers (Sunday, St Michaels Park Kilmihil)
Image (c) Clare FM
St Francis Credit Union Greener Living Seminar
St Francis Credit Union has launched a new Green Loan at a rate of 6.5%, aimed at helping members make their homes more energy-efficient and switch to greener forms of transport.
The loan can be used for projects including solar panels, heat pumps, home insulation, upgraded windows and doors, and electric or other energy-efficient cars.
The credit union is also hosting a free online Green Li
In The Garden: Top 5 Shrubs For Planting In October
Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Monday’s Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries.
This week, Judy gave listed the top 5 shrubs to plant this time of year.
If you have any questions for Judy, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964.
Image (c) Clare FM
Clare Climate Action Week/Energy Master Plan For Shannon
Clare Climate Action Week is back for its second year, with a programme of events, workshops and community initiatives taking place across the county from today until Sunday, October 18th.
The week aims to highlight local climate action and give people practical information on everything from home energy upgrades and sustainable transport to reducing waste and supporting greener communities.
Kilrush’s Rock The Rails Announced As Winner At 2026 National Age Friendly Recognition And Achievement Awards
A Clare business is celebrating national recognition for an initiative that is making a real difference to older people in our communities.
Rock the Rails Family Store in Kilrush has won the Age Friendly Business Innovation Award at the 2026 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards, announced in Limerick on Thursday night.
The business brings clothing directly to older people i
Irish Book Week 2026
Irish Book Week returns this Saturday for its ninth year, celebrating Irish writers, publishers, illustrators, poets and, of course, the independent bookshops that help bring their work to readers.
Running from October 17th to 24th, the nationwide campaign encourages us all to shop local, shop Irish and rediscover the pleasure of browsing a bookshop, finding a new favourite author or attending a
Call For Countywide All-Weather Sports Facilities Strategy / Implementation In Partnership With Clare Sports Partnership, The GAA, FAI, And Other Sporting Bodies
Wetter winters and heavier rainfall are putting increasing pressure on sports clubs across Clare, with training sessions and fixtures regularly disrupted by unplayable grass pitches.
Now, Lisdoonvarna Fine Gael councillor Joe Garrihy has submitted a motion to the October meeting of Clare County Council calling for a countywide All-Weather Sports Facilities Strategy, developed in partnership with
Ennis Bus Launch
The new Ennis Town Bus Service is being hailed as a momentous boost for the entire county.
The service which officially comes into public use this Sunday, went on a test run for media and elected representatives on Friday.
The two half hourly routes, one running from Clarecastle to Ballymaley and the other connecting the Lahinch and Tulla Roads will operate daily from 6am to midnight.
Cl
Update On Efforts To Save Ennis’ Last Remaining Record Shop
Efforts are continuing to save The Record Break Arts & Vinyl Café in Ennis, a much-loved independent record shop, café and live music venue that has been part of the town’s cultural life for the past 12 years.
Founder Sinéad Nic Síoda is leading a fundraising campaign to purchase the building on Upper Market Street, after it emerged that the property was going to market.
With a critical dea
2% Of Country's Driver Youth Fatalities In Clare
New research from the Road Safety Authority is highlighting the dangers facing young drivers, particularly late at night and in the early hours of the morning.
Between 2021 and 2025, 189 drivers aged between 17 and 25 were involved in fatal collisions across Ireland, with 78 of those drivers losing their lives.
The report also highlights the particular risks on ordinary roads and the need fo
Over 500 Clare People On Unemployment Benefit Continuously For 5 Years
Clare has the tenth-highest amount of people continuously on unemployment benefit in the country. New figures show 538 people here have been constantly in receipt of jobseekers allowance or jobseekers benefit since September 2021. The data released to Independent Offaly TD Carol Nolan shows 17,471 people have been consistently claiming nationwide. Clare Aontú Representative June Dillon claims the
Clare FM's Road Safety Initiative: Life After A Collision
In 2009, a road collision changed Joe McCormack’s life forever.
This documentary explores Joe’s journey through the challenges of recovery, the strength of his family, and his determination to regain his independence and get back on the road.
Funded by the Coimisiún na Meán’s news reporting scheme.
Clare FM Commentary Of 2026 Clare LGFA Final - KIB v Fergus Rovers
Clare FM Commentary Of 2026 Clare LGFA Final - KIB v Fergus Rovers
Clare FM Commentary Of 2026 TUS Clare SHC Final - Inagh Kilnamona v Kilmaley
Clare FM Commentary Of 2026 TUS Clare SHC Final - Inagh Kilnamona v Kilmaley
Beyond Belief - Sunday 11th October 2026
Fr Brendan Quinlivan presents this week’s Beyond Belief which includes an interview with Fr. Paul Finery, Rector of the Pontifical Irish College in Rome. Fr. Tony O’Riordan SJ on “prisoners Sunday and the idea of restorative justice and a message from Pope Leo XIV on the centenary of World Mission Sunday which takes place next week.
Uisce Éireann Accused Of Failing To Protect Lough Derg
Uisce Éireann has been accused of failing to protect Lough Derg.
It comes as Clare County Council continues to monitor the presence of Algal Bloom on the Tipperary side of the waterbody.
According to the River Shannon Protection Alliance , Uisce Éireann is responsible for discharging 174 tonnes of nitrogen into the Shannon from Wastewater Treatment Plants annually.
Clare Independent MEP Michael Mc
Urgent Appeal For RhD Negative Blood Types In Clare Amid Hospital Shortages
An urgent appeal has been launched for RhD negative blood in Clare amid hospital shortages.
The Irish Blood Transfusion Service has issued a pre-amber alert, which means some elective surgeries are at risk of cancellation without further donations.
According to The IBTS, the majority of donations support cancer patients, births and emergency care.
It will be holding clinics at the West County Hote
Sunday Prayer - Sunday 11th October 2026
Fr Brendan Quinlivan leads our Sunday Prayer for today 11th October 2026, the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Over 2,200 On MidWest Audiology Waiting List
Over 2,200 people across Clare and Limerick are currently languishing on audiology waiting lists.
It comes as the national deaf and hard of hearing charity Chime has called for regular screening for over 50s to prevent cognitive decline.
According to the Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing only one in five adults who report poor hearing have a hearing aid.
Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor and HSE Re
Clare Senator Calls For Withdrawal From EU Directive On Electric Rental Cars
Clare's senator has called for Ireland to withdraw from an EU Directive that requires commercial fleets to transition to EVs by the end of the decade.
The European Commission's clean corporate vehicles proposal would require rental car companies to ensure upwards of 90% of fleets are electric.
Junior Transport Minster Sean Canney says no deal on the directive has yet been signed, with negotiatio
Clare FM Preview Of 2026 TUS Clare SHC Final With Tommy Guilfoyle And Kevin Sheehan
Clare FM's Derrick Lynch speaks to Tommy Guilfoyle and Kevin Sheehan to preview the TUS SHC final along with the PIHC semi finals this weekend
Good Swim - Irish Artist Of The Week
Belfast folk artist Good Swim has released his aching new single ‘Chasing Shadows’. The single comes with the announcement of his debut album, The Mountains Sure Don’t Give a Damn About The Sea - an uncensored snapshot of perseverance and courage.
Following his previous single 'A Mark On You', which earned support from many Irish medias Good Swim continues to draw listeners in with deeply intimat
Ennis Town Bus Service Hailed As Milestone for the Town
The Ennis Town Bus Service is tipped to have a transformational impact on the whole county.
City Direct will operate the service , which has been officially announced at Áras Contae An Chláir today, before it comes into public use on October 18th.
It’s estimated the 18 hour a day service will provide half a million journeys annually with routes connecting Clarecastle to Ballymaley Business Park
Clare Lotto Players Urged To 'Check Every Nook And Cranny' For Winning Ticket
Lotto players in Clare are being urged to 'check every nook and cranny' for a winning ticket worth almost €90,000.
The Quick Pick ticket was sold in McNamee’s Londis in Miltown Malbay on Saturday, 25th July, for that night's draw.
With just two weeks remaining to collect the €89,430 prize, locals and tourists alike are being urged urged to check their tickets to ensure they don't miss out.
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Sports Preview – 9th October 2026
Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch to preview the weekend’s sporting fixtures.
~ T.U.S Clare Senior Hurling Championship Final ~
Inagh-Kilnamona v Kilmaley (Sunday, Ennis, 4.15pm)
~ Clare Senior LGFA Final ~
Kilmurry Ibrickane v Fergus Rovers (Sunday, St Michaels Park Kilmihil, 2pm)
Image (c) Clare FM
Shannon Charity Variety Concert In Aid Of Lauralynn
Alan Morrissey was joined by Elaine Buckley, Regional Fundraiser with LauraLynn, along with Concert Director Noel Murphy, Concert Producer Aidan White, and singer and whistler Liam Jones.
They came to tell Alan about a special Charity Variety Concert taking place on Saturday 17th October at Treacy’s Oakwood Hotel in Shannon, with an eclectic line-up of performers, all raising funds for LauraLynn
Harrison Gardner On His New Book
Alan Morrissey was joined by Harrison Gardner, eco-builder, author and broadcaster, whose new book is Heat, Shelter, Water, Food.
Harrison has spent more than 15 years designing and building homes, including off-grid and sustainable projects, and is passionate about giving people the practical skills to make their homes more resilient.
They spoke about preparing for extreme weather, keeping
Calls For Popular West Clare Beach Public Toilets To Remain Open All Year Round
There are calls for the public toilets at White Strand in Miltown Malbay to remain open throughout the year.
Clare County Council says the facilities currently operate on a seasonal basis, from June to September, with year-round toilets available nearby at Spanish Point.
Alan Morrissey was joined by Michael Shannon, the Quilty Fianna Fáil councillor.
Alan heard from Michael about the calls
Clare Couple Feature In RTÉ Investigates: A Year In The Lives Of Couples Seeking IVF In Ireland
Alan Morrissey was joined by Laura McAuliffe, a Clare resident who, alongside her husband Emmet, has been sharing their deeply personal fertility journey as part of RTÉ Investigates: Fertility Uncovered, an RTÉ Investigates report examining the experiences of couples seeking IVF in Ireland.
After an ectopic pregnancy resulted in Laura losing both fallopian tubes, IVF became their only route to
Students Warned By UL Following Extensive Vandalism Of Castletroy House
The University of Limerick is condemning the vandalism of a house near its campus.
Gardaí are investigating burglary and criminal damage after a vacant property in College Court near the University of Limerick was extensively damaged.
They were alerted to a large public gathering in the early hours of Wednesday morning at the house.
Videos have been circulating online which shows the extensi
Airmid Mental Health And Wellbeing Conference
Alan Morrissey was joined by Dr Mary Honan, author, lecturer and keynote speaker, on Friday's Morning Focus.
She joined Alan to talk about the Airmid Mental Health and Wellbeing Conference, taking place this Saturday at TUS Limerick, bringing together experts, community organisations and personal stories around positive mental health and wellbeing, as we mark World Mental Health Day.
Photo (c)
Ryanair Warns €50m Shannon Investment And 300 Jobs Will Move To Poland If Planning Delays Derail Project
Alan Morrissey was joined by Cathal Crowe, Fianna Fáil TD for Meelick and Chair of the Shannon Airport Oireachtas Committee.
Ryanair is warning that a planned €50 million investment in a new maintenance hangar and engineering academy at Shannon Airport, along with 300 high-skilled jobs, could move to Poland if planning delays prevent the project from proceeding on schedule.
Alan got his reac
Garda Commissioner Estimates Trump Doonbeg Visit Cost State 'Around €30 Million'
The Garda Commissioner has estimated the cost of security for Donald Trump’s visit to Clare last month at around €30 million. The US President visited Taoiseach Micheál Martin and President Catherine Connolly in Dublin in September, before travelling to Doonbeg for the final round of the Irish Open. Speaking before the Oireachtas Public Accounts Committee, Commissioner Justin Kelly said the operat
Road Safety Initiative – Episode 4: TD Michael Murphy on Role of Technology in Road Safety Policing
Clare FM brings you our latest feature, Clare FM's Road Safety Initiative.
Clare FM’s Lily Collins is joined by Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Transport, TD Michael Murphy. Michael discusses the use of technology in road safety policing.
Funded by the Coimisiún na Meán’s news reporting scheme
The Future of Disability Services – Week 5 - Transport & Accessibility
On this week's episode of 'The Future of Disability Services', Pat Flynn visits Shannon to meet with Padraic Hayes
This feature, 'The Future of Disability Services' is funded by the News Reporting Scheme.
From Shore To Shore: ‘The Cable’ Embarks On National Tour
A remarkable chapter in Irish history is coming to stages around the country this month.
The Cable tells the story of the 1866 Transatlantic Cable from Valentia Island, blending history, family and heartbreak — while exploring what it means to truly connect with one another.
The one-man production is written and performed by Mike Kelly, who joined Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus.
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Restore Ballymacraven River Association Autumn River Series
The Restore Ballymacraven River Association is inviting people to discover more about the wildlife, ecology and natural beauty of our local rivers with its Autumn River Series in Ennistymon this October.
The programme includes talks on the birds and mammals of the Inagh River, as well as creative workshops inspired by the river and its surroundings.
Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us more was
MEPs Call for Burnout To Be Formally Recognised As Occupational Disease
The European Parliament is pushing for stronger protections against work-related stress, depression and anxiety, including measures to tackle excessive workloads and give employees a right to disconnect outside working hours.
The European Parliament called on Tuesday for stronger EU action to tackle burnout, stress and other work-related conditions, addressing an increasingly common problem amo
Jane S Flynn’s Halcyon Day Official Book Launch
A remarkable new book celebrating life, music and community in West Clare in the 1970s and 1980s has just been officially launched.
Halcyon Day is a collection of seven short stories by 86-year-old author Jane S. Flynn, who has lived in West Clare since arriving from America in the late 1970s.
The book draws on Jane’s experiences of life on the Wild Atlantic coast, her immersion in local cult
Clare People Urged To Nominate Local Family Carer For Lidl Family Carer Of The Year Awards
There are an estimated 15,736 family carers in Clare, many of whom quietly provide care every day without ever thinking of themselves as carers.
With nominations for the 2026 Lidl Family Carer of the Year Awards closing this Friday, it’s the final opportunity to recognise one of those unsung heroes.
Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us more about the awards, the realities facing family carers, a
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