On this week's episode of Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn chats with actor, poet and musician Davóg Rynne from Miltown Malbay.Autor: Clare FM

Clare Gardaí are advising people to take "collective responsibility" for their friend group as they socialise over the weekend.The May Bank Holiday period is typically associated with a spike in roads offences, with 188 arrests having been made over this weekend last year for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.900 on-the-spot fixed charge…

There are calls for targeted investment in slow tourism initiatives in East Clare.Last April, the adopted 'Killaloe Municipal District Strategy & Work Plan' identified the promotion of greenway and blueway attractions among fifteen key objectives for the region's future.Later this year, the local authority is hoping to open a landmark visitor centr…

Stephen Fletcher presents this Sunday's Beyond Belief and finds out more behind the scenes stories from our jet setting Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn. He also questions Michael Burrows, the local Church of Ireland bishop, in a new 'Ask the Bishop' slot.As usual Stephen enjoys a coffee and chat with his friend and colleague Fr Gerry Kenny.…

Fr Gerry Kenny leads our Sunday Prayer for today the 6th Sunday of Easter.Autor: Clare FM

A Clare farmer claims the agricultural sector in this county is being severely hindered by over-regulation.It comes amid renewed concern over the EU Nitrates Derogation which currently applies to large swathes of land in the North and East of the county, where farming activity will face the restriction.The measure was introduced following an EPA re…

On the show this week, we will have an in-depth preview of Sunday's Munster football final as check in with both camps ahead of the game.There's a huge game on Saturday for the Clare U20 hurlers, BOC's minors continue their winning streak and the Clare minor footballers prepare for the Munster semi final…

Clare FM Commentary - Clare V Tipperary Munster MFC Phase One FinalAutor: Clare FM

A Clare Government Senator is calling for a third new 96-bed block to be approved and delivered at University Hospital Limerick in order to tackle legacy capacity issues.It comes as the third HIQA Report in a row, published this week found patient privacy and dignity continues to be impacted by overcrowding.On it's latest unannounced visit the Heal…

Clare's roads policing superintendent is urging people to take control of their own safety on the roads this Bank Holiday weekend.Seven road deaths have taken place over the May Bank Holiday period in the last five years, including one last year and four in 2022.Gardaí have this week announced the locations of nine static speed safety cameras due t…

A Clare branch of the RNLI is warning the public that time is of the essence it comes to preventing water-related deaths this weekend.An inter-agency appeal has been launched to encourage water safety and preparedness over the coming summer months.Coinciding with the May bank holiday weekend, Water Safety Ireland, the Irish Coast Guard and the RNLI…

East Clare’s musicians are coming together to show solidarity and to raise much needed funds for humanitarian aid by staging an event East Clare Seisiún Mór for Gaza at the renowned Peppers of Feakle on Bank Holiday Sunday 5th May starting at 8pm.A roll call of East Clare’s finest musicians will be joined by respected speakers on the lineup for the…

To celebrate Orchard Blossom Day, East Clare based Irish Seed Savers and the National Biodiversity Data Centre All Ireland Pollinator Plan, have come together to launch a new guide book.The guide was put together by both groups to provide information on how to create and manage traditional orchards and fruit trees for pollinators on the farm, garde…

It is time to bring you another weird and wonderful tale, which means it is time for another edition of Seanchaí Corner.Seanchaí Corner sees the renowned author, storyteller, lecturer and broadcaster Eddie Lenihan regaling us with a memorable story from his extensive collection of old Irish tales and fables.In our latest installment of Seanchaí Cor…

Clare Suicide Bereavement Support will offer its annual healing programme starting next week.The eight-week course will get underway from next Tuesday, the 7th of May, with different themes each week.To shed some light on what to expect, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ciara Flynn, Volunteer with Clare Suicide Bereavement Support, on Friday's Morning …

Students across the Shannon Estuary set out their vision for the future at the 4th Compass schools competition final. St. Joseph’s Secondary School, Spanish Point, were named as the overall winners for their movie, called ‘Turbine’.To find out more, on Friday's morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by students, Alysha Sexton, Roisin Molohon, Luc…

Boston National School will be marking their 150th anniversary this coming weekend.A mass/blessing and Family Fun Day are on the cards for Sunday.To find out more, on Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Olga Kearns, past pupil, parent, and supporter of Boston NS, and Áine Ní Dhochartaigh, principal of Boston National School.…

The Health Minister says he's not ruling out upgrading Ennis, Nenagh and St. John's hospitals to Model 3 facilities in the future. It follows the publication of yesterday's HIQA report on University Hospital Limerick which found that "dignity and privacy" of patients at the Dooradoyle facility was negatively impacted by overcrowding. Last week's in…

Clare County Council has been accused of missing an opportunity in failing to develop a south-east Clare village to its full potential. Bunratty-based Aontú local election candidate John Haugh is calling for greater attention to be given to Newmarket-on-Fergus with a view to boosting tourism in the area. It comes in a week when Ennistymon, Killaloe…

It's being argued a new funding boost for the community functions of Clare County Council must translate into real improvements on the ground. Clare's Local Community Development Committee has been awarded an additional €85,000 in Government funding for additional staff resources. It's part of a €2.9 million allocation from the Department of Rural …

The introduction of rent pressure zones in parts of Clare has been blamed for the continuing exodus of landlords from the rental market in this county.It comes as a new report from the Residential Tenancies Board's has shown the gap between the monthly cost for new and existing tenants is widening.New tenants were paying just over €1,200 on average…

A Clare TD has accused the Government of taking an "all or nothing" approach to immigration law in Ireland.The Cabinet sub-committee on migration is meeting today where updates are being heard on efforts to expedite the processing of asylum seeker applications.Coming in a week when the Government has received much backlash for its handling of immig…

Clare Senior Hurler Shane O'Donnell says it's an honour to be involved with Darkness into Light this year.The event raises vital funds aimed at delivering nationwide intervention and bereavement therapy services and helping people make the brave and difficult journey from the darkness of suicidal thoughts and self-harm into a brighter, more hopeful…

There are calls for urgent clarity of the mortgage value of Clare homes impacted by pyrite after remedial works are carried out. It follows a meeting held between the Clare Pyrite Action Group, the Department of Housing and the Banking and Payments Federation on the matter. Just three grants have so far been paid out here under the enhanced defecti…

Renowned Northern journalist Eamonn Mallie has published his new book.In 'Eyewitness to War and Peace', he takes us through his many eventful years working as a journalist in the North. Eamonn made a name for himself by covering the Troubles from the frontlines and the developments from the corridors of power.His career has seen him enjoy unparalle…

It is time for the twelfth episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Village Tour, where Alan Morrissey paid a visit to Spanish Point.With the Village Tour, we here at Morning Focus are aiming to highlight the smaller villages and townlands around the county.By doing this, we hope to showcase their unique character, while also bringing their …

On this week’s episode of Taste Of The Week, Alan Morrissey welcomed TV Chef Jack O’Keeffe to the show.This week, Jack prepared a toastie like no other! Grilled Asparagus, Prosciutto and Goats Cheese ToastRecipe:Serves 2 Ingredients:4 sheets of prosciutto or Parma ham1 bunch of asparagus1 tsp of balsamic vinegar1 tsp extra virgin olive oilPinch of …

Our series, ‘Clare Women in Business’, seeks to showcase the accomplishments of women in business, foster gender equality, and inspire future generations of female leaders.This week, Pat Flynn chats with freelance marketing consultant and Co-founder of Síar Photography, Aoife LenihanAutor: Clare FM

Clare County Council is being urged to pay greater attention to roads and footpaths in Shannon which are said to be "in an awful state". It comes just two weeks after Clare was allocated over €2 million under the Local Improvement Scheme for repairs and improvement works on non-public rural roads and laneways. The Shannon Electoral Area accounts fo…

Clare’s minor football manager says his squad will carry positive momentum into their Munster semi final clash with Cork. The Banner claimed Phase One honours for the first time since 2019 with an impressive 2-12 to 0-10 win over Tipperary. Second half goals from Shane O’Connell and Conor Burke helped Clare to the title, with Burke finishing the ga…

Concern has emerged that a new support team aimed at alleviating overcrowding at University Hospital Limerick will only provide "sticking plaster relief".The taskforce will operate for the next month and will include the former President of the Irish Emergency Medicine Association and the HSE National Director of Acute Hospitals, along with clinica…

An MEP for this region admits farmers aren't receiving enough supports to facillitate environmentally-friendly farming.EU member states are expected to adopt proposed amendments to the Common Agricultural Policy, or CAP, on May 13th, which are expected to ease the administrative burden for farmers.Speaking at yesterday's meeting of the Agriculture …

A local migrants rights group claims the Government is dealing with an immigration crisis of its own making, due to a failure to put proper reception conditions in place.New figures from the Department of Justice show less than 200 asylum seekers have been returned to the UK over a six-year period.It comes as an encampment of international protecti…

The Principal of Clare's largest secondary school insists it's no surprise that students prefer a co-education model rather than attending same-sex institutions. It follows the findings of a new ESRI survey of over 2,300 teenagers nationwide which found that just 4% of students in Co-Ed schools said they would prefer to attend an all-boys or all-gi…

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be holding donation clinics in Shannon from today in order to increase stocks ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.Fresh blood for adults can be held for up to 21 days, while supplies for children and infants can only be stored for five days and at present the IBTS only has a 4-day supply available. The Shannon…

Munster will be hoping to build on their impressive display against Leinster in last weekend’s opening fixtures in the Men’s Junior Interprovincial Series when they host Ulster this Saturday.Munster drew 20-20 with the defending champions at Kilkenny RFC, a side they had lost to by 45-21 last year.Ennis Rugby Club will be the venue for Munster’s me…

On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tommy Corbett from Carey Corbett Financial Solutions.This week, Tommy joined Alan to discuss options for pensions.Autor: Clare FM

Kevin Callinan, General Secretary of the FÓRSA Trade Union and former President of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, joined Alan Morrissey on Wednesday's Morning Focus to highlight his upcoming talk in Clare. Kevin, who has strong Clare roots, will be back in the Banner County this coming weekend; he will be in Corofin to both launch and speak at…

The government is being urged to "get its house in order" on immigration.It comes amid a dispute with the UK over returning asylum seekers to Britain, with Ireland working to close the loophole to send refugees back to the UK if they cross the border.The Cabinet has approved proposals from Minister for Justice Helen McEntee to quickly draft legisla…

The Government is being called on to acquire Barrington's Hospital for use as a second MidWest A&E. The 53-bed Limerick City facility, established in 1829, has officially been listed for sale today with a guide price of €12.5m. It comes just one week after the inquest into the death of Shannon sixteen-year-old Aoife Johnston heard that overcrowding…

Clare's Sinn Féin councillor is accusing the Government of conflating legitimate fundraising with gambling in a bill being tabled this week. The Gambling Regulation Bill 2022, which is being discussed in the Dáil today, would see the establishment of a Gambling Regulatory Authority, the creation of a gambling licensees register and would prohibit t…

A Clare GP is lending his voice to calls for the workload facing pharmacists to be drastically reduced. The Government is being called on to reform the funding model for pharmacies, amid complaints of burnout among staff members. Pharmacists and those working in pharmacies are said to be under "phenomenal pressure" due to workload increases coupled…

Clare County Council will hire a second Dog Warden to focus on enforcing bye-laws on beaches this summer. The officer appointed to the role will have the authority to issue fines and remove dogs from the beach between the June and August period for any breaches of the rules. Since 2021, there has been one fine issued for dog fouling in Lahinch. Cou…

A Clare financial advisor is warning motorists of the "strenuous" process resulting from being involved in a crash with an uninsured driver. It comes as new data from the Motor Insurers' Bureau of Ireland shows there's been an 11% increase in the number of claims over accidents caused by insured cars in the last year. In Clare alone, there were 39 …

On this week’s History in Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by local historian and author Colm Liddy to talk about ancient church ruins.The list features:Templecronan churchFenloe graveyardCorcomroe AbbeyEnnis AbbeyDysart O’Dea churchKifenora CathedralGlencolmcille graveyardRath BlathmaicQuin AbbeyCanon IslandIf you have any stories you would like t…

To discuss the latest in the entertainment world, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Colum McGrath, on Tuesday’s Morning Focus.This week, Colum discussed Bruce Springsteen in Ireland and the Electric Picnic lineup.Autor: Clare FM

It’s the time of year when fishers begin to come out in force for fishing season.To find out more about river fishing as well as to give us advice and tips on fishing in general,Alan Morrissey was joined by Christopher O’Meara, Secretary of the Killaloe/Ballina District Anglers.Autor: Clare FM

There are calls for the enabling works to begin on reopening Ennis' A&E following the harrowing findings into the death of a Shannon Teenager at University Hospital Limerick. 16-year-old Aoife Johnston passed away from bacterial meningitis on December 19th 2022 after waiting twelve hours on chairs to see a doctor in the ED, despite presenting with …

Urgent clarity is being sought on community healthcare beds due to come on stream in Clare. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly announced earlier this month that up to 25 step-down beds would be installed in Clare between July and September of this year. At the time, he Department of Health gave Cahercalla Community Hospital as the location of the bed…