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Tributes Paid To Clare Woman Who Provided Light In Darkest Moments Of Countless Families
June 12, 2024 13:18 - 9 minutes - 21.6 MBTributes are being paid to the Clare woman who provided a light in the darkest moments to countless women and young families across the county. Mary Fitzgerald, who was one of the original founders of Clare Haven over 30 years ago, will be laid to rest this lunchtime after a funeral mass at Kilnamona Church. Before establishing the county's first dedicated 24/7 refuge service for victims of domestic abuse in 1993, Mary took vulnerable women and their children into her own home. For her ...
McNamara Remains In Strong Position In Fight For EU Seat
June 12, 2024 12:20 - 1 minute - 2.79 MBIt will likely be tomorrow before an official announcement is made, but Clare TD Michael McNamara remains on course to secure a move to Brussels. The Scariff deputy is currently lying third in the running in the Ireland South Constituency having amassed over 62,500 votes on the eleventh count. Aontú's Patrick Murphy, who is also the CEO of the Ireland South-West Fisheries Board, has just been eliminated and 17,000 of his votes are currently being distributed. As it stands, Cratloe's Eddie ...
EPA Finds West Clare River "In Bad Condition" Due To Run-Off And Wastewater Treatment
June 12, 2024 12:18 - 3 minutes - 3.26 MBA West Clare river has been deemed to be in "bad condition" due to agricultural run-off and wastewater treatment. The Environmental Protection Agency's new report on water quality in rivers and lakes across the country last year has found that increased nutrient pollution means water quality here isn't improving. The Annagh River in West Clare is one of four river water bodies reported as in bad condition along with the River Laune in Kerry, Ahavarraga Stream in Limerick and the Nenagh Rive...
Clare Sadaka Chair Fears War In Gaza Will Continue As Long As Netanyahu Is In Power
June 12, 2024 12:11 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBThe Clare-based Chair of Sadaka fears the war in Gaza will continue for months to come unless there's a change of government in Israel. It comes as Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad have submitted a reponse to a UN-backed ceasefire proposal to mediators in Qater and Egypt. A UN report published today meanwhile has found that both Israel and Hamas have committed war crimes in the first few months of the conflict. Kilmaley native and Chair of Sadaka-the Ireland Palestine Alliance Éamonn Me...
Clare Blood Stocks Under Serious Pressure With Just Two Days Supply Nationwide
June 12, 2024 12:06 - 3 minutes - 6.94 MBThe Clare branch of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service has launched an urgent appeal as it faces serious pressure to increase blood supply. Nationally , the IBTS currently has just 2.6 days worth of minimum blood stocks available and is aiming to increase this to 5 days for neo-natal use and 7 for general use. As part of its efforts to boost supply, a donation clinic will be taking place at the West County Hotel in Ennis this evening from 4.50 until 10 past 8. IBTS Recruitment Executive A...
Sports In Focus: Episode 15 - Watersports On The River Fergus
June 12, 2024 11:04 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBOn this week’s Sport in Focus, we are talking about watersports on the River Fergus. Scoil Criost Rí has been leading the way by developing kayak and paddle boarding facilities at the school, which has the river running just behind it Clare FM's Derrick Lynch visited the school to find out more.
Financial Advice With Tommy Corbett - Critical Illness/Serious Illness/Specified Illness Cover
June 12, 2024 10:55 - 6 minutes - 6.23 MBOn Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tommy Corbett from Carey Corbett Financial Solutions. This week, Tommy provided Alan and our Morning Focus listeners with advice on critical illness, serious illness and specified illness cover.
Tourism Industry Leaders Write Open Letter On Short Term Lets To Taoiseach
June 12, 2024 10:44 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MBA coalition of concerned stakeholders within the tourism industry have written to the Taoiseach, to express their concerns over rural tourism. The Irish Self-Catering Federation are among the industry chiefs who are calling upon Simon Harris to “stop unintended and serious harm being inflicted on Ireland’s rural tourism economy”. One of the issues concerning the coalition of concerned stakeholders is in relation to the Registration of Short-Term Letting Bill. To explore this further, Al...
Conor Flanagan Memorial Walk/Run To Raise Funds For Essential Equipment
June 12, 2024 09:02 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBA very important event will be held in Ennistymon early next month. The Conor Flanagan Memorial Walk/Run will take place on the 7th of July. Funds raised as a result of the walk/run will go towards the purchase of a vital piece of equipment. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Conor’s sister, Anne Marie Flanagan. To donate, visit https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/ConorFlanaganMemorial Picture (c): Conor Flanagan via www.idonate.ie
Clare Firefighter Fears Irreparable Damage To Service If Pay Dispute Continues
June 12, 2024 06:41 - 7 minutes - 16.8 MBA Clare firefighter fears irreparable damage will be done to the service unless the Government urgently resolves a pay dispute. It's after SIPTU and the LGMA held a meeting at the Workplace Relations Commission last night after part-time firefighters were offered a maximum increase of €750 to their annual €8,000 retainer. Between January and April, Clare's firefighters responded to 400 emergency calls, with 60% of the force made up of retained personnel. Killaloe Fire Station Shop Steward Ed...
Clare's Michael McNamara Poised To Secure European Parliament Seat
June 11, 2024 12:18 - 4 minutes - 3.99 MBClare's Michael McNamara looks on course to secure a European Parliament seat. The Scariff Independent TD is currently lying in third place in the Ireland South Constituency after receiving 56,339 first preference votes - with Fianna Fáil's Cynthia Ní Mhurchú behind him at 55,209. Former GAA president, Fine Gael's Seán Kelly, became the first European candidate in Ireland to get across the line last night as he exceeded the quota of 114,761 by over 8,000 votes. Reporter Jamie O'Hara, who's...
Doras CEO Says Migrants' Wellbeing Is Impacted By Poor Govt Communication
June 11, 2024 12:16 - 2 minutes - 6.33 MBAn ESRI analysis has found a lack of pathways for refugees hoping to access affordable housing along with overburdened frontline support workers in local authorities and homeless charities to be among the greatest barriers. In Clare at present, there are over 1,100 households availing of HAP, while last month the local authority was supporting 118 people here in emergency accommodation. But the a MidWest Migrant Rights Centre claims a lack of communication between IPAS and county councils i...
Former Knockalisheen Resident Says Govt Should Invest In Permanent Housing For Refugees
June 11, 2024 12:11 - 17 minutes - 39.2 MBA former resident of a Clare direct provision centre has accused the Government of uprooting immigrants from their new communities due to policy failures. It follows a new report from the ESRI which shows that almost 6,000 refugees who have been granted status to remain are still living in direct provision centres due to the housing shortage. There are currently 907 International Protection Applicants living in Clare in centres across Ennis, Inch, Meelick, Tulla, Scariff and Lisdoonvarna. ...
Survey Of Clare's Coastline Drives Push For Marine Protected Areas Legislation
June 11, 2024 12:03 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MBA new survey of Clare's coastline has led to a renewed push for stronger conservation legislation for Ireland's inshore waters. The Fair Seas campaign and the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group have published a report after monitoring the marine life along the coastlines of Clare, Cork and Kerry over a five-month period. The low number of harbour porpoise sightings was the most concerning finding as none were observed in the Loop Head to Kenmare Area of Interest or the Blasket Islands Special Ar...
Morning Focus Visits BodyWow EMS Training
June 11, 2024 11:01 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBBased in Ennis and run by Anna Petertil, BodyWow EMS Training aims to revolutionise the traditional way of training by combining EMS (Electric Muscle Stimulation) technology with fitness expertise. EMS is a 20-minute full-body workout, that aims to make you look and feel great. To find out more about this different approach to exercise – and to discover what is involved in Electric Muscle Stimulation, Alan Morrisey visited BodyWow EMS Training in Ennis. Picture (c): BodyWow EMS Trainin...
Seanchaí Corner: Episode 11 - The Man With No Shadow
June 11, 2024 10:42 - 7 minutes - 6.92 MBIt 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 Corner, Eddie Lenihan brings us a strange tale of the man with no shadow.
Skin Health: Staying Safe In The Sun
June 11, 2024 10:32 - 6 minutes - 5.68 MBWe’re into the summer and can hopefully expect more good weather. Now is an important time to discuss skin health. To give some some key advice on staying safe in the sun, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dr. Maeve O'Doherty who is an Ophthalmologist at the Eyes, Lids & Face Clinic in Ennis. Picture (c): Eyes, Lids and Face Clinic via eyeslidsandface.ie
Grow Mental Health's Go Yellow Event To Take Place This Month
June 11, 2024 10:04 - 7 minutes - 6.75 MBGrow Mental Health’s 'Go Yellow' event will take place later this month To shed some light on Grow Mental Health, as well as outlining the reason behind Go Yellow, Alan Morrissey was joined by Celia Brett, Integrated Professional Counsellor and Psychotherapist Specialising in Addiction and Midwest Area Coordinator with Grow Mental Health. Picture (c): Grow Mental Health via Facebook
Heart Of Gold Campaign To Take Place This Thursday
June 11, 2024 09:45 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBHeart of Gold, Family Carers Ireland’s national fundraising campaign, is underway. Heart of Gold, which aims to provide vital support to family carers in Clare, takes place this Thursday (13th June). With an estimated 12,122 family carers in Clare this campaign aims to recognise their invaluable contribution and raise vital funds. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fiona Hartigan, Support Manager for Family Carers Ireland in Clare.
Local Artist Noel Donnellan Exhibits Work In London
June 11, 2024 09:11 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBOn Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare artist Noel Donnellan. Noel discussed his work that's been showcased during London Craft Week, including a unique piece co-created with Mike Byrne and another on display in a gallery on Pimlico Road. Don't miss this insightful conversation about his creative journey and artistic inspirations! Picture (c) Noel Donnellan
Clare Architect Calls For Mandatory Construction Inspections On New Buildings
June 11, 2024 06:57 - 4 minutes - 9.63 MBA Clare architect fears there will be more safety scandals in the housing sector unless mandatory construction inspections are urgently introduced. It comes as the Irish Society of Chartered Surveyors is predicting the government's bill for compensating homeowners impacted by Pyrite, Mica and apartment defects will surpass €7bn. In 2022, Clare County Council inspected just 12.1% of new buildings it was notified of, which was the fourth-lowest total of any local authority nationwide. Clare Soc...
Parking Said To Be Biggest Issue In Ennistymon As Street Enhancement Planning Application Submitted
June 11, 2024 06:55 - 3 minutes - 3.09 MBThe future development and expansion of Ennistymon is said to be dependent on the provision of sorely-needed parking. It's as a planning application has been submitted for streetscape enhancements in the North Clare town which will consist of footpath upgrades, resurfacing, new street lighting and street furniture among other improvements. The development on Parliament Street, the Square, Church Street and McInerney's Lane has been made possible by a €495,000 government investment in the town...
Joe Garrihy Speaking On Morning Focus Following Election
June 10, 2024 14:26 - 9 minutes - 21.3 MBFine Gael's Joe Garrihy retained his seat in the Ennistymon Local Electoral Area, with the election of former Cllr, Lahinch's Bill Slattery, seeing the party double its representation in the region. Migration was among the biggest election topics in North Clare, with Ukrainian arrivals currently comprising 12.5% of the region's population. Cllr Garrihy says host communities and the new arrivals need to see a fully resourced and fair transition plan for the future.
Rita McInerney Speaking Following Election On Morning Focus
June 10, 2024 13:10 - 5 minutes - 13.4 MBThe new and existing councillors elected to Clare Council for the next five years having been setting out their out stall. After a dramatic weekend of highs and lows at the Ennis count centre, six new councillors and 22 existing and former public representatives will take seats in Arás Chontae An Chláir. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan Reports === The first full council meeting of the new term will take place on July 10th, with councillors and the new Mayor to be formally ratified at an AGM l...
Newly-Elected Councillors Set Out Their Stall For Clare
June 10, 2024 12:15 - 14 minutes - 34.1 MBThe new and existing councillors elected to Clare Council for the next five years having been setting out their out stall. After a dramatic weekend of highs and lows at the Ennis count centre, six new councillors and 22 existing and former public representatives will take seats in Arás Contae An Chláir. The first full council meeting of the new term will take place on July 10th, with councillors and the new Mayor to be formally ratified at an AGM later this month. Co-opted to the council a...
Shake-Up In Shannon While Continuity Reigns In Killaloe
June 10, 2024 12:11 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBThere were contrasting pictures in the counts for the Shannon and Killaloe Local Electoral Areas over the weekend. South-east Clare has seen a considerable shake-up with familiar faces departing and new ones being ushered in while in East Clare, continuity was the word on everyone's lips. A very different-looking Shannon Municipal District will be representing the region over the next five years as a result of how its electorate voted on Friday. It was certain that at least two new faces w...
Morning Focus Sports Panel - Munster SHC Final
June 10, 2024 11:08 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBClare FM's Alan Morrissey is joined by Derrick Lynch, Tommy Guilfoyle and Kevin Sheehan to review Clare's loss to Limerick in the Munster SHC final along with casting an eye over Clare's games in the All Ireland camogie and ladies football championships
In The Garden – Roses
June 10, 2024 11:05 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBOn Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrisssey was joined by Tom Stewart from Keane’s Garden Centre in Kilcolgan. This week, Tom gave listeners advice on roses - how to enjoy spectacular summer blooms and fabulous fragrance from Roses in your garden. If you have a question for Tom, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or Whatsapp to 086 1800 964.
Celebrating The Quin Community: Official Opening Of An Tearmann
June 10, 2024 10:48 - 9 minutes - 8.29 MBThis coming weekend will be a big one for the local community in Quin. On Saturday their reimagined community space An Tearmann – or The Sanctuary – will be officially opened. The event is being described as a celebration of the Quin community. To find out more about what will be in store, Alan Morrisey was joined by Gabriella Hanrahan, Chair of Quin Tidy Towns.
Legal Advice: I'm Dead - Now what?
June 10, 2024 10:07 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBOn Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke to Sharon Cahir of Cahir & Co. Solicitors, Ennis in our weekly legal slot. This week, Sharon discussed what to do when someone dies: who is in charge, what decisions can they make, what responsibilities do they have? If you have a legal question for Cahir & Co. Solicitors, email us on [email protected]
Three Mountaineers To Attempt Five Peaks Challenge In Memory Of Caitríona Lucas
June 10, 2024 09:56 - 9 minutes - 8.75 MBThree mountaineers from Ireland will attempt to climb the five highest peaks in Ireland and the UK in memory of Caitríona Lucas. The group of climbers will include the late Irish Coast Guard volunteer’s husband, Bernard Lucas. Bernard began the annual challenge, which is named after his late wife, to raise vital funds for the Burren Chernobyl Project. Caitríona Lucas, a mother of two, lost her life in September 2016 at the age of just 41 - the first Irish Coast Guard volunteer to die on d...
Clare Manager Brian Lohan After Munster SHC Final Loss
June 10, 2024 06:00 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MBClare Manager Brian Lohan After Munster SHC Final Loss
Clare LGFA Manager Wayne Freeman After Win Over Offaly
June 10, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBClare LGFA Manager Wayne Freeman After Win Over Offaly
Beyond Belief - Sunday 9th June 2024
June 09, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBFr Brendan Quinlivan presents this Sunday's Beyond Belief which has a missionary theme with an interview with Fr. Martin Mareja from Tanzania who is currently visiting the Killaloe parishes as part of the annual mission appeal. He shares his story of how he was educated and encouraged by Irish missionaries and now works in Thurles with the Pallotine fathers. Fr Brendan also chats with Nita Enright from Quin about the Apostolic Work Society and their exhibition in the Ennis Parish Centre next...
Sunday Prayer - Sunday 9th June 2024
June 08, 2024 20:00 - 15 minutes - 20.6 MBFr Brendan Quinlivan leads our Sunday Prayer for today 9th June 2024 the 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Clare Electric Car Sales Down By Over 40%
June 08, 2024 12:44 - 1 minute - 1.11 MBElectric car sales in Clare have dropped by over 40% so far this year. New figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry have revealed that in the first five months of 2024, just 139 new electric vehicles were sold in this county compared to 242 over the same period last year. This represents a 42% decrease, while the nymber of petrol electric hybrid registrations in Clare has risen by just 2% and car sales here generally are up by 4%. SIMI Director General Brian Cooke claims the tr...
Clare FM Preview - 2024 Munster SHC Final
June 07, 2024 18:12 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBOn this podcast: Clare FM's Derrick Lynch is joined by former Clare captains Tommy Guilfoyle & Pat O'Connor, 2013 All Ireland winner Colin Ryan and Limerick sports journalist Tom Clancy to look ahead to Sunday's clash of Clare and Limerick in FBD Semple Stadium.
Clare Local Election Returning Officer Urging Voters To Mark Preference Clearly
June 07, 2024 12:02 - 7 minutes - 18.2 MBClare's Returning Officer for the local elections is urging voters to mark their ballot clearly when they go to the polls today. Voting for the Local and European elections has been underway since 7 this morning, with members of the public having their say on the next county councillors. In Clare, 28 seats are up for grabs across five electoral areas, with 7 candidates to be elected in both Ennis and Shannon, 5 each in Killaloe and Kilrush and 4 in Ennistymon. Clare County Council CEO Pa...
Clare Senator Says Problem Preventing Students Accessing Exam Papers 'Totally Unacceptable'
June 07, 2024 11:59 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBA Clare senator has labelled an incident that prevented visually impaired students from accessing their digital exam papers as 'totally unacceptable'. Students in at least ten schools were unable to access their exam papers on Wednesday morning with the State Examinations Commission describing the issue as a techincal problem. The SEC followed up with the provider of the exam papers and the issue was rectifed by quarter past 11. Ennistymon Fine Gael Senator, Martin Conway, says its unfai...
Sightings Of Stranded Sharks Predicted To Become More Common In Clare Following Baltard Incident
June 07, 2024 11:52 - 6 minutes - 5.5 MBIt's predicted sightings of stranded or beached sharks will become more commonplace off Clare's west coast due to rising sea temperatures and increased fishing activity. It comes in a week when a 6.3 metre long basking shark has been found entangled in lobster pot rope in Baltard near Doonbeg which is the 12th such report nationwide so far this year. Under the Wildlife Act, it's illegal to wilfully interfere with or kill basking sharks but the law doesn't apply to incidental entanglement. ...
Ours To Protect: Final Panel Discussion
June 07, 2024 11:26 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBTo conclude the Ours To Protect feature, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dr. Marina Levitina of Lough Grainey Nature Sanctuary, Caroline Egan of Seafield Conservation Forum and Regenerative Farmer John O'Loughlin.
Where in Clare - Charm Bee
June 07, 2024 10:24 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBWhere in Clare is back for the Summer. It's a series where Colum McGrath heads out around the county in search of fun things to see and do! This week, he's with Charm Bee Studio in Labasheeda
Village Tour: Episode 16 - Corofin
June 07, 2024 10:21 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBIt is time for the sixteenth episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Village Tour, where Alan Morrissey paid a visit to Corofin. 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 diversity and individuality to life for you, the listener. During each episode of Village Tour, Alan chats with three people from a particular vil...
Gardaí Issue Advice Ahead Of Munster Senior Hurling Final
June 07, 2024 09:20 - 10 minutes - 9.79 MBThe Munster Senior Hurling Final is taking place this Sunday the 8th of June. It’s bound to be extremely busy around Semple Stadium and Thurles in general on Sunday. On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Inspector and Acting Superintendent, James White of Thurles Garda Station to discuss important match traffic advice for the Munster Senior Hurling Final. Picture (c): Garda Siochana
Large Turnout Predicted In Clare As Polling For Local And European Elections Gets Underway
June 07, 2024 06:28 - 7 minutes - 18.2 MBA large turnout is predicted at polling centres across the county as voting gets underway this morning. The 92,289 people registered to vote in Clare will have opportunity to exercise their democratic right between 7am and 10pm as they decide which 28 county councillors and five members of the European Parliament are elected here. Just 39,654 Clare residents, or 44% of the county's electorate, turned out to vote in the recent family and care referendums. Clare Local Returning Officer Pat Wall...
Lahinch Business Owner Calls For Increased Water Testing Amid Red Flag Woes
June 07, 2024 06:23 - 6 minutes - 14.4 MBA North Clare business owner is calling for a major increase in water quality testing in order to reopen towns and villages impacted by 'do not swim' notices. It comes as the red flag is expected to be flying at Lahinch Beach for the next four days after routine tests identified high levels of bacteria in the water. Clare County Council is warning that swimming there could now cause illness and says the follow-up testing process which takes 48 hours to complete cannot be expedited. Ben Bennet...
Clare Financial Advisor Predicts ECB Interest Rate Cut To Benefit Those On Tracker Mortgages
June 06, 2024 12:07 - 3 minutes - 3.41 MBA Clare financial advisor claims those on tracker mortgages could see a significant reduction in their monthly payments if the ECB interest rate is lowered. The European Central Bank is expected to reduce its interest rates by a quarter of a percent this lunchtime which will be the first cut following 10 successive hikes since July 2022. CSO figures indicate mortgage interest payments in Ireland soared by 21% in the year to April, while the period of April to 2022 to 2023 saw a 41% surge in...
Clare TD And Ireland South Candidate Claims Farmers Abandoned By EU
June 06, 2024 12:03 - 19 minutes - 44.8 MBA Clare TD running for European Parliament claims farmers feel abandoned by both national and EU government. It comes amid continued frustration from the agriculture sector over reduced CAP payments for environmental schemes, the loss of the Nitrates Derogation and over-regulation. In 2022, an EU Commission report identified Ireland as having large capacity to develop an effective biomethane energy sector, however the Government failed to apply for any EU funding. Scariff Independent Deput...
European Candidate Insists Measures Like Nitrates Derogation Aren't Anti-Farming
June 06, 2024 11:59 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBA European candidate for this region has spoken out against the narrative that environmental measures such as the nitrates derogation are anti-farming. It's after the Tánaiste has issued a statement confirming his party is "absolutely committed to applying for and securing the nitrates derogation at European level", following comments made by Fianna Fáil's Barry Andrews which indicated he didn't support the directive. The nitrates derogation allows farmers to farm at a higher stocking level...
In The Garden - Top Choice Summer Flowering Shrubs
June 06, 2024 11:30 - 16 minutes - 15.1 MBOn Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrisssey was joined by Tom Stewart from Keane’s Garden Centre in Kilcolgan. This week, Tom gave listeners advice on summer flowering shrubs. If you have a question for Tom, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or Whatsapp to 086 1800 964.