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On this week's Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn meets some Clare people who are making new lives for themselves in the land down under. We’ll hear from a few who left the Banner for a better life in ‘The Lucky Country’, Australia.

On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined live in-studio once again by Tommy Corbett of Carey Corbett Financial Solutions. Tommy Corbett spoke about financial considerations for co-habiting couples when it comes to life insurance and pensions. Image (c) Clare FM

Residents of Doonbeg are being invited to help shape the future of their community through a new public consultation aimed at developing an ambitious five-year plan for the village. The survey is seeking ideas on social, economic and environmental initiatives that could make Doonbeg an even better place to live, work and socialise. To discuss the project and what it could mean for the area, Alan M...

In a relatively short time, The Nook & Hobby, located in Ennis, has become more than just a place to pick up the latest cards, miniatures, and dice. The shop, which opened at the beginning of May, has evolved into a gathering place for a growing community of players, hobbyists, and newcomers who share a passion for tabletop gaming. To tell us more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dan Slattery, the ow...

With music, family fun and activities for all ages, Ruan Summer Fest has become a highlight of the August bank holiday weekend. Organised entirely by local volunteers, the festival is a true community effort, bringing people together from across the village and beyond. Gavin McGibley, committee chair, joined Alan Morrissey to discuss the star-studded line-up and activities planned for the weekend....

Family carers across Ireland are facing growing financial pressure, increasing isolation and significant challenges accessing essential services, according to a major new report published by Family Carers Ireland. The State of Caring 2026 report found that more than seven in ten carers are struggling to make ends meet, while almost half experience severe loneliness. Joining Alan Morrissey earlier...

There's a call for action against Ennis business owners who allow their properties to fall into disrepair.    The latest meeting of Ennis Municipal District has heard a call from Mayor of Ennis, Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard, for traders to be compelled to keep their premises in a good state of repair in the context of the recently completed public realm works.    Clare FM's Seán Lyons was at t...

The Clare Immigrant Support Centre claims new legislation relating to social housing and residency status won't "exclude anyone who wasn't already excluded". The Housing Minister has introduced a bill which requires applicants for social housing to be lawfully and habitually resident in Ireland. Residency requirements have long existed in practice but will now be in effect on a statutory basis. Cl...

On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fergal O’Keeffe, Ennis Native and creator of Travel Tales with Fergal podcast. Fergal recounted his travels in Alentejo in Portugal to distract us from the current bad weather. Photo (c) Clare FM

Colm Liddy, local author and historian was back in-studio on Tuesday’s Morning Focus for our regular history in focus slot. This week Colm continued telling Alan Morrissey the fascinating history of Clare during the Great Famine. Photo (c) Clare FM

With many people concerned about whether they're saving enough for retirement, and with ongoing economic uncertainty prompting questions about pensions, investments and long-term financial planning, Shannon Chamber is hosting a special investment planning event in Shannon next week in partnership with Cantor Fitzgerald.    The event will focus on retirement planning, wealth management, and current...

It promises to be one of the biggest nights in Irish sporting history.   Katie Taylor will return home to fight at Croke Park on the 5th of September, defending her world titles against unbeaten French challenger Flora Pili in a historic undisputed WBC Women's Super Lightweight Title clash, in what will be the Bray boxer’s final fight.    The event marks the first professional boxing card at Croke...

The Government is set to bring forward Jennie’s Law this week, legislation that would establish a public register of people convicted of serious domestic violence offences. Named in memory of Jennifer Poole, the law is designed to help people make safer decisions in relationships by allowing access to information about past convictions. However, it also raises important questions around privacy, v...

Residents served by the Newport Water Treatment Plant have been living under a Boil Water Notice since May 20th, with many expressing frustration at the lack of clarity around when the issue will be resolved. Concerns have also been raised about communication from Uisce Éireann and the absence of alternative water supplies for affected households. The situation comes as Uisce Éireann prepares for...

Clare County Council has scrapped two of the most controversial elements of the Ennis 2040 Strategy from the County Development Plan. Proposals to build a boardwalk over the Ennis Post Office Field and a mixed-use commercial building at Abbey Street had been the subject of large local protests since 2023. The projects were officially paused by the Ennis 2040 DAC last year, before a proposed variat...

The EU Migration and Asylum Pact continues to generate significant political debate, with supporters arguing it will bring greater order and efficiency to the management of migration across Europe, while critics have raised concerns about issues including sovereignty, deportation procedures and the proposed use of return hubs in third countries. As Ireland moves to implement the pact, questions re...

Clare farmers will have an opportunity to have their health assessed for free today. The Irish Farmers Association is hosting a free Farmer Health Check in the Clare Marts from 10:30am. Funded by the Department of Agriculture, the mobile service will focus on areas like heart disease risk, early detection of diabetes, mental health and wellbeing, and will provide crucial information on prostate an...

Coming up on show, we reflect on Clare's wins in the ladies football and camogie All Ireland championships this weekend while we also look back on Avenue United's dramatic victory in the Ennis Carpets Clare Cup final. We will also speak to the Clare man who has been centrally involved in works on the BC Stadium Pitch in Vancouver ahead of the start of this weeks World Cup in the US, Canada and Mex...

Coming up on show, we reflect on Clare's wins in the ladies football and camogie All Ireland championships this weekend while we also look back on Avenue United's dramatic victory in the Ennis Carpets Clare Cup final. We will also speak to the Clare man who has been centrally involved in works on the BC Stadium Pitch in Vancouver ahead of the start of this weeks World Cup in the US, Canada and Mex...

Clare is one of only four counties in Ireland where there are fewer learner drivers on the roads than a year ago. Figures released by the Road Safety Authority to the Irish Road Haulage Association show there were 7,531 learner permit holders in this county at the end of March, down from 7,659 during the same period in 2025. Nationally, however, more than one in ten drivers are on a learner permit...

Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch was live on Monday’s Morning Focus with Alan Morrissey to discuss the weekends sporting fixtures. Games Reviewed: Newmarket Celtic v Avenue United (Ennis Carpets Clare Cup Final) Clare v Limerick (All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship) Laois v Clare (All-Ireland Intermediate Football Championship) Image: Clare FM

Alan Morrissey was joined by Dearbhaile O’Hare and Karen Kruger, organisers of the upcoming “Cancer Take A Hike” event taking place in Kilkee on the 13th of June.  The group will set off from Diamond Rocks Café and follow the breathtaking Kilkee Cliff Walk, a gentle 12km out-and-back coastal route along one of the most dramatic stretches of the Atlantic coastline.   Participants will pass landmark...

Ambulance personnel across the country are currently considering Labour Court proposals aimed at resolving a long-running pay dispute within the National Ambulance Service.    Following years of campaigning, and a 24-hour strike by frontline staff last month, SIPTU and Unite have recommended that members accept proposals which include pay increases for a number of ambulance grades and protections...

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Monday’s Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy gave advice for growing and tending to roses. 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

While the hedgehog remains one of Ireland's most familiar and beloved mammals, surprisingly little is known about its current status nationwide.     Studies across Britain and Europe have found significant declines in hedgehog populations due to habitat loss, changing farming practices and development, and there are concerns that similar pressures may be affecting hedgehogs here in Ireland.     A...