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A Parish Hall in Shanagolden, Co. Limerick will be transformed into a 1970s Irish pub later this month for Seanchaí, a new play exploring storytelling, faith, community and the secrets that can lie beneath the surface of village life.   Written and directed by James Meehan, the production stars Clare storyteller and filmmaker Tommy Lanigan as Paddy, an ageing seanchaí.   Alan Morrissey was joined...

A candle-lit vigil is taking place in Ennis this evening in solidarity with the people of Palestine, with funds raised going to Neart Nūr, a Clare-founded organisation providing trauma-informed play therapy and psychosocial support to Palestinian medical evacuees and their families.  The vigil will feature local music and poetry, with the organisers saying it is an opportunity to remember those af...

To get an economic perspective on Budget 2027, Alan Morrissey has been speaking with Associate Professor of Social Policy at UCD & Ennis Economist, Micheál Collins. Photo (c) Oireachtas.ie

The Government has announced massive spending and tax cuts as part of Budget 2027.      Income tax will fall for those paying the higher rate of tax, while Ministers say the cost of childcare for some will fall by more than 2,000 euro a year.      Simon Harris and Jack Chambers have announced a budget of more than 125 billion euro in spending next year - confirming Government spending will have mo...

The Government has announced massive spending and tax cuts as part of Budget 2027.      Income tax will fall for those paying the higher rate of tax, while Ministers say the cost of childcare for some will fall by more than 2,000 euro a year.      Simon Harris and Jack Chambers have announced a budget of more than 125 billion euro in spending next year - confirming Government spending will have mo...

A Clare oil merchant says while carbon tax cuts are welcome, he's unsure of the long-term impact they will have. The Dáil has passed a number of tax measures to bring elements of yesterday's Budget into effect, including lifting the carbon tax on home heating oil and gas for the lifetime of the Government. Clare currently has the fourth-highest home heating oil prices nationwide, with people in th...

A Clare Airbnb host says new legislation affecting her industry could be devastating for Clare's tourism sector. The Short-Term Letting and Tourism Bill requires hosts offering properties for up to 21 nights to join a national register operated by Fáilte Ireland. The legislation will introduce a range of enforcement measures, including fixed-payment notices for non-compliance with inspections. Mil...

Ahead of the 2026 Clare LGFA senior final, hear from Kilmurry Ibrickane's Amy Sexton, Chloe Moloney and David O'Brien along with Louise Cleary, Shauna Melican and Barry Keating of Fergus Rovers

Ennis RFC's Aisling Heapes speaking with Clare FM's Derrick Lynch ahead of the new Energia AIL season

Clare FM brings you our latest feature, Clare FM's Road Safety Initiative. In this episode, Clare FM's Lily Collins is joined by Michael Cusack, Chair of Clare Older People's Council. Michael discusses the findings of a survey, carried out by the council, on the concerns of older road users. Funded by the Coimisiún na Meán’s news reporting scheme

Shannon Community Partnership is bringing the local community together this week for “Network the Network” — an evening celebrating the volunteers, groups and initiatives making a difference across Shannon.   The event will showcase work in areas including sustainability, inclusion, arts, youth, sport and community safety, while also giving people an opportunity to find out how they can get involv...

Clonlara’s Shannonside Drama Group is celebrating more than 20 years of bringing live theatre to the local community, and there’s plenty happening on stage this autumn.   The group is preparing two very different productions — the tense two-hander Aubade and the festive family comedy I Do Too — before heading into the One Act Festival circuit in November.   Alan Morrissey was joined by Libby Kelly...

As we head into the winter months, homeowners and businesses are being urged to take a fresh look at their insurance cover amid concerns about increasingly unpredictable and severe weather.   A potentially record-breaking El Niño is adding to those concerns, although experts stress it is not a direct forecast of storms in Ireland.   Alan Morrissey was joined by Stephen McKenna, Head of Claims at C...

They’ve cycled more than 31,000 kilometres across 24 countries and three continents, and now Mark Graham and Ellie O’Byrne are on the final leg of an extraordinary 20-month journey around the world.   They’re cycling 900 kilometres around Ireland on their way back home to Tramore, while raising money for four organisations that provide refurbished bicycles to young people.    One of their fundrais...

Junior Certificate results will be available to students on Wednesday 7th from 10am.   John Burns, Chair of the Board Rice College and Educational Consultant, joined Alan Morrissey to give advice to students who are starting to feel the pressure of upcoming exams. Photo (c) Clare FM

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 talk about his experiences with volunteering was Pat Rutherford. Originally from Donegal, Pat began his volunteering journey in the 1980s with Project Children, a Northern Ireland initia...

Choosing a secondary school is a big decision for both students and parents, and this week there’s an opportunity to find out more about two of Ennis’s schools.   The Open Nights for Ennis Community College and Gaelcholáiste an Chláir take place on Tuesday and Wednesday.   Alan Morrissey was joined by Principal James O’Shaughnessy and fifth-year student Roxane Ní Liodáin to hear what the schools h...

Truagh-Clonlara are celebrating being crowned Clare Senior Camogie champions for the third time in four years after a convincing victory over Kilmaley on Saturday.     But the celebrations were somewhat dampened afterwards when players from both teams discovered there was no hot water available in the dressing rooms.     Alan Morrissey was joined by Paulette Egan, mother of Truagh-Clonlara vice-ca...

Ahead of today's budget, Alan Morrissey was joined by Joe Cooney, Bodyke Fine Gael TD, and Hilary Tonge, Clare Social Democrats Representative, to discuss what they want to see included. Photo (c) Jakub Zerdzicki from Pexels via Canva

Clare GAA is seeking developers to carry works worth up to €300,000 at Caherlohan. A 4G astro pitch is expected to be up and running at the centre of excellence by next month. Clare GAA is also seeking tenders to provide floodlighting, pedestrian lighting and design works at the site as part of the wider re-development. Clare GAA Chair Kieran Keating says they're making good progress.

Coming up on the show, we will review the Clare Credit Unions senior camogie final, the weekends club football action and Ruan is the focus of More Than A Club

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch to review the weekend’s sporting fixtures. T.U.S. Clare Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Finals - Eire Óg 1-20 St. Josephs Miltown Malbay 0-11 (Sunday, Ennis) - Kildysart 0-9 Kilmurry Ibrickane 4-22 (Sunday, Ennis) Clare Credit Unions Clare Senior Camogie Championship Final - Kilmaley 1-8 Truagh-Clonlara 0-16 (Saturday, Ennis)  Image (c) Clare...

Happiness Then is coming to Glór in Ennis on October 14th.  It’s a sharp and witty comedy drama about two sisters, Bridget and Frances, who come together for the first time following their mother’s death and, as you can imagine, there’s plenty of old history, family tension and plenty of laughs along the way.  The production stars Rachael Dowling, who you’ll know from Kin, and Sorcha Furlong, who...

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Monday’s Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy gave us some tips and tricks for preparing our beloved gardens for the cold winter months. 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) Clonroad Garden Centre

As we celebrate 100 years of radio in Ireland, we’re looking back at the incredible role it has played in our lives — from the early days of Radio Éireann to the presenters, programmes and voices that became part of our everyday lives.  Author and academic Rosemary Day has delved into that history, exploring everything from women in broadcasting and Irish-language radio to community, pirate and in...