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It's hoped walking trails between Shannon and Sixmilebridge can be fully installed in the coming years. €100,000 in Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme funding has been put towards the project, following a motion proposed at this week's Shannon MD meeting by Fine Gael Coucillor, Tony Mulcahy to connect Shannon and Bunratty. Cllrs John Crowe and Pat O'Gorman have long sought after a similar pr...

On Atlantic Tales for the next few weeks, we’ll hear from musicians who also make musical instruments. First, we’ll meet musician and flute-maker Eamonn Cotter and hear from Brian O’Loughlin who plays one of the well-known Cotter Flutes.

Rory McIlroy admits the US President's appearance at the Amgen Irish Open this weekend provides a logistical challenge. Huge crowds are continuing to descend on Doonbeg for Pro-Am day, with Former Liverpool star Robbie Fowler, All-Ireland winners Gearóid Hegarty and Ryan O'Donoghue, and former Munster star Conor Murray among those teeing off this afternoon. There's plenty of local involvement in t...

Huge crowds have descended on Doonbeg for Pro Am day at the Amgen Irish Open. Home favourites Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry attracted the biggest support on the fairways this morning, with some heavy showers passing over Doughmore Bay as they made their way around the course. There's plenty local involvement in the caddying teams, with Clare football star Mark McInerney on the bag for Padraig Harri...

Keeping workers safe around moving machinery is one of the biggest challenges facing the construction industry.    An all-island People-Plant-Safe Separation Campaign is underway, following 25 construction-related deaths involving plant, machinery or vehicles between 2016 and 2025.     Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the campaign, the risks on construction sites and what can be done to prevent s...

Today is International FASD Awareness Day, shining a light on Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder — a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability that can have a profound impact on individuals and families.     There are calls for greater awareness, understanding and support, as well as increased funding for services.     Joining Alan Morrissey earlier was Tristan Casson Rennie, CEO of FASD Ireland, to ta...

Comfort Keepers is officially opening a new office in Ennis today, bringing professional home care services closer to families across Clare — and the expansion is expected to create 75 local jobs.     The company provides a wide range of supports, helping older people and those with additional needs to remain independent and connected in their own homes.     Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss more...

Miltown Malbay is gearing up for a great programme of traditional music, with free daytime classes for adult musicians and two intimate live performances coming up later this month.   Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us more about the events, the musicians involved and the importance of keeping the tradition alive was Liam O’Brien from the Irish Traditional Music Archive. Photo (c) Clare FM

Ennis MD has requested for the county's five Oireachtas members attend next month's MD meeting following concerns raised over flooding in the south of the town.    Clarecastle Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom O'Callaghan proposed a motion calling to expedite the publication of the Ennis South Flood Relief Scheme, with those in the council chamber also looking for Clare's TD's and Senators to attend the...

Heart disease can happen to anyone — and sometimes at an age when you least expect it.   On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was focusing on heart health and the Irish Heart Foundation's ‘Love Your Heart’ campaign, which is encouraging people to take small steps to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke.  Joining Alan Morrissey were Ben Sweeney, who suffered a heart attack at just...

It's claimed housing developments south of Ennis cannot proceed due to a lack of flood defences and wastewater capacity. It comes as Ennis Municipal District is set to write to the county's Oireachtas members, asking them to attend October's meeting to address these concerns. Recent flash flooding in Killarney was highlighted during the meeting, with councillors discussing how quickly people's liv...

A Clare environmental group is criticising the 'lack of transparency' from the Commission for Regulation of Utilities, in the wake of a proposal that would see data centres receive a reduction in their energy bills. The CRU is suggesting that data centres could receive cheaper energy rates in return for turning off their gas supply at peak times. A decision has yet to be made on the arrangement, w...

The president of the Clare branch of Saint Vincent De Paul says many families in this county are struggling to 'live with dignity' due to rising costs. It comes as a new ESRI report has found the number of children living before the poverty line increased to 200,000 in 2024. This is despite an almost 4% increase in the average household income in the same year. Clare SVP President Gerardine Power...

Culture Night is being celebrated in a very special setting at Christ Church in Spanish Point on Friday, September 18th.  “A Woman’s Place: Songs of Home and Beyond” will feature local female singer-songwriters sharing original songs and stories about home, belonging and the connections that shape their lives — with music in both English and Irish.  Joining Alan Morrissey were Linda Hebenstreit, c...

Miltown Malbay is gearing up for a brand-new food festival, taking place from September 25th to 27th.  The weekend will feature local and multicultural cuisine, food demonstrations, Wagyu and crepe food trucks, family entertainment and plenty of live music — including performances from Luka Bloom and Surf City.  Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us more were Eamonn Harrigan, Food Fair organiser, and...

The planned visit of US President Donald Trump to Doonbeg this weekend is expected to bring both major international attention and large-scale protests.  The “Great Irish Unwelcome” demonstration is expected to involve several activist groups, with concerns about the potential impact on local residents, businesses and the Irish Open.  One person who has raised concerns about that impact is Geraldi...

As teenagers head back to school, getting back into a healthy sleep routine can be a challenge — particularly for those dealing with the stress of schoolwork and exams.   A recent survey found that 92% of parents with very stressed teenagers say that school or exam stress is affecting their child’s sleep.  So, how can parents help their teenagers reset their routines?    Sleep expert Tom Coleman j...

The new Midwest Health Planning Board is being tasked with tackling the region’s growing healthcare pressures, including capacity at University Hospital Limerick and future hospital development at Raheen.  But Friends of Ennis Hospital says the focus must not be solely on Limerick — and that Ennis needs investment in beds, theatres and services now, alongside a longer-term plan for an acute hospit...

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.   One of those volunteers is Tina Boyle. Originally from Buckinghamshire in Southeast England, Tina moved to Corofin in 2007 to take up a role as Supervising Pharmacist with Rochford’s Pharmacy. Having no previous t...

Fianna Fáil TDs and senators are gathering in Tullamore for the party’s annual think-in, setting out priorities for the new Dáil term, including the Budget, housing, the cost of living and infrastructure.  But with Fianna Fáil continuing to trail in the polls, and questions still being raised about Micheál Martin’s leadership, there will be plenty for the party to reflect on.  Joining Alan Morriss...

Alan Morrissey was delighted to welcome Joanie Madden to Morning Focus on Tuesday.  Joanie is a renowned flute and whistle player, composer and leader of the internationally acclaimed group Cherish the Ladies.  Founded in 1985, the Grammy-nominated group has spent more than four decades bringing Irish traditional music to audiences around the world.   Now, Cherish the Ladies has been named TG4 Gra...

Alan Morrissey was joined by Ennis man Peter Dooley, lead singer with indie rock band The Buzzmonkeys.     Peter’s life changed dramatically in September 2020 when he suffered a major stroke.     Since then, he has worked incredibly hard on his recovery and is now using his experience to raise awareness about stroke prevention and life after stroke.  This Culture Night, Peter is launching a new so...

It's hoped a major infrastructure project in Ennis can progress quickly following the appointment of a design team for the Ashline Link Road. Clare County Council has confirmed Punch Consulting Engineers have been appointed as Civil and Structural Engineering Consultants, while Rogerson Reddan & Associates Ltd have been appointed as Quantity Surveyors for the project. It's hoped that, upon complet...

It's claimed a 'landmark' redevelopment of a Clare luxury hotel will benefit the entire county, not just the local area. Plans have been announced for a €55m redevelopment of Dromoland Castle, the largest such project in the hotel's 63 year history. As part of the project an additional 29 guestrooms will be delivered, increasing the maximum capacity to 121 bedrooms. Dromoland Castle General Manage...

Coming up on the show, we will reflect on the draws for the 2026 senior and intermediate football quarter finals, review a dramatic weekend of ladies football action, begin our build up to the Amgen Irish Open and we will head to Scariff for the latest stop in our More Than A Club series