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A free workshop taking place in Kilrush this week (Thursday, 11th June, 7pm) aims to encourage greater understanding of gender identity, sexual orientation and inclusion within our communities. Hosted by GOSHH, the session will provide an accessible introduction to LGBTI+ identities, explore the importance of inclusive language and pronouns, and offer practical advice on how people can be supporti...

On Monday’s Morning Focus, it was time for Alan Morrissey to be joined in studio by Siobhán Mulcahy to discuss the upcoming art events and workshops across the banner county. It is set to be a busy week in the Clare Art scene as we step into summer, the Doolin Folk Festival returns, Martin Hayes will be performing in Scariff, and a Polish exhibition will be happening in Ennis. Photo (c) Clare FM

Ennis has again dropped down the rankings of the cleanest towns in the country. The latest Irish Businesses Against Litter survey ranks Ennis in 19th position, down four spots from the start of the year. The results also indicate a marked decline from June 2025, when the county town narrowly missed out on top spot in the IBAL rankings after being deemed the second cleanest in the country. Just fiv...

Jonathon Hickey, founder of Built by JH Fitness, is preparing to cycle an incredible 750 kilometres from the west of Ireland to Newcastle United's famous St James' Park this July and August.  The fundraiser aims to support two worthy causes, Féileacáin, which provides support to families affected by baby loss, and Grow Mental Health.   Jonathon joined Alan Morrissey to tell us about the journey ah...

 John Conroy is a Clare native, experienced fitness coach, founder of Fitness4Fun, and a long-time GAA coach who has dedicated almost two decades to volunteering in Uganda.    Through his work in education, health and sports development, John has helped transform lives and is the founder of Níle Óg Cusacks GAA Club in Uganda.    However, following the recent Ebola outbreak, John and his fellow vol...

A major redevelopment of a North Clare primary school is expected to be transformative for pupils and teachers alike. Clare County Council has approved the Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board's plans for the construction of a new two-storey school building for Mol an Óige Community National School in Ennistymon. The new building will include eight classrooms, a two-classroom special ne...

Volunteers are being sought for a popular meals on wheels service expanding into North Clare. Obair has announced that its Inagh route is being extended into Ennistymon in response to demand. Established in Newmarket-on-Fergus over 20 years ago, the Obair Meals on Wheels service also has bases in Kilrush and Lisdoonvarna, and is planning to move into East Clare this summer. Service Coordinator wit...

Clare's beach bye-laws have come back into effect for the Summer season. As part of the measures, pet owners are prohibited from brining dogs onto the beach between 11am and 6pm. Doughmore Beach in Doonbeg is the only excpetion to the rule, but pets must be leashed or owners can face an on the spot fine of €75. County Dog Warden Frankie Coote says it's an option they're being forced to take.

A Clare TD says it's "not good enough" that children in this county are going to school in prefabs year after year. The Department of Education has revealed that over €4 million was spent on the rental of prefabs and associated land in Clare between 2020 and 2025. It's also confirmed there are 24 rental contracts in place in the county, comprising 22 contracts for prefabs and two for land, serving...

Fr Gerry Kenny leads our Sunday Prayer on Sunday 7th June 2026, the 1st Sunday after Trinity.

On this week’s programme Fr Brendan Quinlivan includes a report from the ordination and First Mass of Fr. Ian Cunningham OFM in the Friary last week. He also has Interviews with - Sr. Gabrielle from the Poor Clares, FR. Aidan McGrath the Minister Provincial of the Franciscans in Great Britain and Ireland, Bishop Fintan, the ordaining prelate and the Franciscan Vocations Director - Fr. Liam Kelly.

Electric Vehicles and Hybrids accounted for 68% of all car sales in Clare last month. New figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry show 130 vehicles were sold here in May. Of those 47 were fully electric and 42 were hybrids, 24 had Petrol engines and just 17 were Diesel, which is down 83% on the figure recorded a decade ago. SIMI Director of Operations Emma Mitchell says the demand is...

Clare people are being urged to donate blood this weekend after a busy June Bank Holiday Weekend. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is hosting a blood donation clinic this Sunday from 11:50am to 3:10pm in Treacy's West County Hotel in Ennis. All blood types are welcome and appointments can be made by calling 1800 222 111. Broadford-based IBTS Donor Recruitment Executive Alex O'Connor stocks are...

Coming up on the show, we will look ahead to this weekends Ennis Carpets Clare Cup final where Newmarket Celtic put their title on the line against Avenue United Clare's ladies football and camogie sides are facing crucial championship games with both eyeing up quarter final spots, while we will talk to Ennistymon Hurling Club as part of our More Than A Club series

On this podcast: Ahead of the 2026 Ennis Carpets Clare Cup Final, Clare FM's Derek Dormer spoke with the Newmarket Celtic and Avenue United camps.

Irish singer-songwriter Mark Geary left Ireland with a one-way ticket to New York and a heart full of hope over twenty years ago. There, in Sin-é cafe, Mark honed his craft and sang alongside the best of them, including the late Jeff Buckley. Time Out NY said, “His delicate songs about love and defiance recall Richard Thompson and John Lennon.” Geary has featured on bills with musicians as diverse...

Derrick Lynch was joined live in-studio by Clare FM’s Alan Morrissey to chat about the upcoming sporting fixtures for the weekend. - Ladies All-Ireland Intermediate Football Championship (Group 3, Round 2): Laois v Clare (Sunday, O’Moore Park, Portlaoise, 2pm)  - All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship (Round 3): Clare v Limerick (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 4:30pm)  Image (c) Clare FM

Described as "folk reimagined", Cornish singer-songwriter Ezmay Grace has been winning praise for her powerful vocals, evocative storytelling and distinctive blend of traditional folk influences with a modern indie-folk sound. Following the release of her debut album Lien Gwerin last year, Ezmay has been building a growing audience across the UK and Ireland. She's in the middle of a busy run of Ir...

Music lovers in East Clare are in for a special treat this weekend as acclaimed pianist, singer and composer Maja Elliott joins forces with Italian composer and multi-instrumentalist Marco Giaccaria for a unique performance in Tuamgraney. Part of The Aşvarya Tour, the concert promises an evening that blends classical music, jazz, improvisation, world music traditions and original compositions. Bet...

Relay for Life Clare returns to Tim Smythe Park in Ennis on Saturday, 13th June 2026, for a day filled with music, entertainment, inspiring stories, and community spirit. The event celebrates cancer survivors, remembers loved ones lost to cancer, and raises vital funds to support those affected by the disease. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Natasha Bourke, Cancer Survivor and Commi...

Concerns are growing in East Clare following another incident of illegal dumping in the Kilkishen area, where a large quantity of household waste was discovered—some of which appears to have been deliberately set on fire at the roadside. Kilkishen Tidy Towns has strongly condemned the incident, saying burning rubbish is “never the answer” and highlighting the environmental and community impact of...

A unique new exhibition opening in Ennis next week is aiming to challenge perceptions, spark conversation and shine a light on the lived experiences of people with disabilities in Ireland today.   It’s Not Me, It’s YOU! is the culmination of a six-month creative residency at Glór by Ennis-based multidisciplinary artist Rachel MacManus.   Developed in collaboration with members of Clare Leader Foru...

After months of uncertainty and a nationwide campaign to protect the role of Special Needs Assistants, the Save Our SNAs Campaign Group is welcoming the publication of a new Department of Education circular outlining the role of SNAs in schools. The updated guidance replaces a previous circular that sparked concern among SNAs, parents and educators, with fears that the role could be restricted and...

HSE Mid West has spent over €140 million on agency staff since the beginning of 2024. Figures provided to Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney at the latest HSE Regional Health Forum Midwest meeting have revealed the spend on agency staff came to almost €68 million last year alone. HSE Mid West says agency staff are used "to provide rapid staffing solutions during crises or unexpected sur...

HSE Mid West has spent over €140 million on agency staff since the beginning of 2024. Figures provided to Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney at the latest HSE Regional Health Forum Midwest meeting have revealed the spend on agency staff came to almost €68 million last year alone. HSE Mid West says agency staff are used "to provide rapid staffing solutions during crises or unexpected sur...