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A Clare farm representative is urging farmers to make sure their animals have access to water and shelter to avoid serious health impacts during the hot spell. With a Status Yellow warning in place until 9am on Friday and temperatures set to hit 31 degrees here tomorrow, farmers are being advised to take steps to protect themselves and their livestock. The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Ma...

On Wednesday’s Morning Focus John Garrahy of the Treaty Veterinary Clinic branch in Shannon spoke to Alan Morrissey about how to protect your pets from the heat. Photo (c) Treaty Veterinary Hospital

This July, a unique walking experience will invite people to step back in time and discover the rich history, heritage and natural beauty of East Clare.   The East Clare Ború Walk follows a route linked to Ireland's legendary High King, Brian Ború, taking participants on a guided 20-kilometre journey from Ballycuggaran near Killaloe to the historic St. Cronan's Church in Tuamgraney.  Joining Alan...

On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined live in-studio once again by Tommy Corbett of Carey Corbett Financial Solutions. This week, Tommy discussed the importance of life insurance and serious illness covers. Image (c) Carey Corbett Financial Solutions

Clare filmmaker Oisín McKeogh has been announced as one of the 2026–27 Fulbright Irish Awardees.  Oisín is a writer and director from Clare, whose work has already made waves internationally, with his graduation film Tough Love screening at Oscar and BAFTA-qualifying festivals and earning nominations at major awards including the Kinsale Sharks and Emerging Directors Awards.   He’s also been selec...

Visitors to County Clare this summer are once again able to explore some of the region's most spectacular attractions without needing a car, thanks to the return of the Burren & Cliffs Explorer Shuttle Bus.     The free service, which returned just over a month ago (21st May) connects a number of towns and villages across North and West Clare, including new stops in Ennistymon and Spanish Point, w...

Periodic speed limits could be introduced in number of school zones in Clare under new council plans.    The changes would see limits reduced from 50km/h to 30km/h during designated drop off and collection times.    The plans are expected to go to public consultation in the coming weeks.    Additionally, 100km/h roads at Tulla, between Ennis and Crusheen and between Meelick and Coonagh would also...

Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill is seeking Cabinet approval for new legislation that would allow pharmacists to renew contraception prescriptions, reducing the need for women to return to their GP for repeat prescriptions.     The move is aimed at improving access to contraception, expanding the role of community pharmacists, and easing pressure on GP services.    To discuss what the cha...

Clare's Water Safety Officer is urging people to use a potentially life saving piece of equipment correctly over the hot spell. Temperatures are expected to reach 25 degrees in parts of the county today as a status yellow weather warning remains in effect. Members of the public are being urged to remain vigilant in coastal areas as heavy footfall is expected for a second day this week. Clare Count...

The RNLI is urging Clare people heading to waterways for this week's hot spell to observe extreme caution to prevent the risk of drownings. Crowds have been flocking to this county's coastal areas since the early hours of this morning, as temperatures are expected to exceed 28 degrees. 80 people lost their lives in drowning incidents nationwide last year and authorities are today urging members of...

A critically acclaimed musical cabaret that's been described as heartfelt, hilarious and deeply moving is coming to Glór in Ennis this Friday night.    0800 CUPID sees Cork performer Emer Dineen team up with acclaimed playwright and director Phillip McMahon and the renowned THISISPOPBABY company for what promises to be an unforgettable theatrical experience.  Blending music, comedy, storytelling a...

There was great excitement and pride for County Clare at the Special Olympics Ireland Summer Games 2026, which concluded in Dublin on Sunday.   More than 1,200 athletes from across the country competed in Ireland's largest inclusive sporting event, showcasing incredible talent, determination and sportsmanship.   Among those celebrating success were athletes from Shannon Flyers Special Olympics Spo...

There are concerns Clare natives are being priced out of the housing market. A new Daft.ie report shows house prices rose by roughly 5.5% in Clare from the second quarter of 2025 to the same period this year compared to just under 4% nationwide. All property types bar one are more expensive than they were a year ago, with detached two-bed homes up over 18% on average, while new-builds are setting...

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 explained the myths surrounding An Gorta Mór to Alan Morrissey. Photo (c) Clare FM

A special event taking place in Ennis tomorrow (Wednesday, 24th June, 11am – 1pm) is aiming to put women's voices at the centre of shaping a new Women's Health, Wellbeing and Self-Care course that will be launched later this year.   Women's Collective Ireland Clare is inviting women from across the county to attend a Women's Wellbeing World Café, where participants will have the opportunity to sha...

On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by William Cahir, Cahir & Co. Solicitors for this week’s legal advice. William discussed the concepts of injunctions and judicial review. Image © Cahir and Co

New employment rights coming into force next week will give many workers the option of remaining in their jobs beyond their contractual retirement age if that age is below the State pension age of 66.   The Government says the changes will provide greater flexibility and help prevent workers from being forced to retire before they can access the State pension.   But what will the new legislation m...

A Cratloe native is making waves in Ireland's fashion industry with the launch of what is being described as the country's first occasionwear label designed exclusively for the rental market.   Rhoda McDonagh, founder of Designer Room, has spent almost a decade building one of Ireland's leading luxury fashion rental businesses and is now launching her own collection, SÓ by Rhoda.   The new label a...

Ireland is set for a significant spell of hot weather this week, with temperatures forecast to climb into the high 20s and potentially exceed 30 degrees in some areas.  Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow High Temperature Warning for the entire country, warning of heat stress, uncomfortable sleeping conditions and water safety concerns.    While many people will welcome the sunshine, health exp...

New figures from Eurostat show Ireland is now the most expensive country in the European Union for housing, health costs, alcohol and electricity, while overall prices here are 36% above the EU average.   The figures have reignited debate about the cost of living, government policy, housing, healthcare and energy costs, with opposition parties accusing the Government of failing to tackle affordabi...

There's a push for a CCTV pilot project to be rolled out in Ennis to combat anti-social behaviour. The latest meeting of Clare's Local Community Safety Partnership has heard a discussion around the potential for such a scheme in the county town. Members concluded that the LCSP will "play a key role in progressing the initiative through research, coordination, and interagency facilitation to suppor...

It's claimed a proliferation of potholes and poorly surfaced roads in a South-East Clare community is causing severely dangerous situations. Meelick residents have expressed concerns over sections of the Knockalisheen Road, which weren't enhanced as part of the Limerick Northern Distributor Road project. The local authority is being called upon to make emergency funding available for the route. Ar...

Coming up on the show, we will look back on Clare's win over Dublin in the All Ireland hurling quarter final and begin the look ahead to the showdown with Limerick in Croke Park. We also reflect on Clare's loss to Kilkenny in the All Ireland camogie championship and assess their chances of possibly making it a Banner double header in HQ on July 5th

Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch joined Alan Morrissey on Monday’s Morning Focus to review the weekend’s sporting action. Games Reviewed: All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Quarter-Final: Clare 0-29 Dublin 0-16 (Saturday, FBD Semple Stadium) All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship: Kilkenny 4-14 Clare 1-8 (Saturday, UPMC Nowlan Park)

Saoirse Daly from Barefield is taking a major step towards her dream of training at the London School of Musical Theatre (LSMT), as friends, family, and local supporters come together for a special concert fundraiser in her honour. The event, titled Barefield To Broadway, will showcase a night of music, performance, and community spirit, all aimed at helping Saoirse secure a place on the highly co...