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Clare GAA says it will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of an incident at an underage football match last night and will apply sanctions were neccesary. Gardaí are investigating incidents of assault which occurred following an U-15 football match between Lissycasey and Kilrush-Kilimer. A man in his 50s understood to be the referee sustained injuries, while in a separate incident at the sam...

A Clare haulier claims price gouging at filling stations has yet to be addressed. It comes as the Government has confirmed the excise duty reductions announced in April will be removal on a phased basis from September 1st. The measure has resulted in a 27 cent and 32 cent reduction on a litre of petrol and diesel, respectively. Ennis-based Irish Road Haulage Association Deputy Vice President Eugen...

A familiar name in Irish music is beginning an exciting new chapter.   Maurice Lennon, founding member of the acclaimed traditional band Stockton’s Wing, is launching a new musical ensemble called Lennon’s Revelry.   The quartet brings together four musicians with a shared love of Irish music and heritage, blending influences from traditional, folk and acoustic styles.   Their first release, The F...

A Clarecastle native is bringing the world of opera home this summer.    Tenor Dean Power will perform a special concert at SS Peter and Paul’s Church in Clarecastle on July 14th, alongside mezzo soprano Gemma Ní Bhriain and pianist James Hurley.   The evening will feature opera, musical theatre and Irish classics, as part of a busy summer of community events in the village.  Dean joined Alan Morr...

Domestic abuse survivors will be allowed keep their place on social housing lists when moving to a new area, under new rules.    Previously, those who relocated to a different local authority were moved to the back of the queue.    The Irish Independent reports the news rule, being introduced by Housing Minister James Browne, will allow survivors who already have an active social housing applicati...

At just 29 years of age, Eimear Feeney has done what many would see as a huge leap of faith—taking over a pub that had been closed for years and giving it a whole new lease of life.   Greene's Bar in Ballyvaughan is thriving once again, and her journey from dream to reality is inspiring plenty of people.   This morning, Eimear joined Alan Morrissey to talk about taking the plunge, the challenges o...

Smart doorbells have become a familiar feature outside homes, offering convenience, security and peace of mind. But as the technology becomes more sophisticated, so too do the questions around privacy, artificial intelligence and who has access to the footage these devices capture.   A new AI-powered feature introduced by Amazon's Ring in the United States has reignited that debate, with critics r...

A major new chapter could be about to begin for the former Roche manufacturing site in Clarecastle.   After investing more than €150 million in what has been described as one of the largest environmental remediation projects of its kind in Europe, the pharmaceutical company has officially brought the 88-acre site to the market.   The aim is to attract a new investor who can deliver sustainable emp...

The number of rough sleepers in Clare is said to be growing.     Last month, the Department of Housing recorded 97 adults here as homeless, but this only includes people in emergency accommodation.     Last August, Ennis native Fiona Faulkes established the Ennis Mobile Shower Service for rough sleepers which aims to offer those with no other means an opportunity to wash and get clean for the day....

Retailers across the country are warning that rising business costs are putting enormous pressure on the sector, with many saying further increases to the national minimum wage could threaten jobs and investment.     Retail Excellence Ireland is now calling on the Low Pay Commission to pause any further minimum wage increases in 2027, arguing that while workers deserve fair pay, the pace of recent...

The Government says it's making the biggest changes to rural housing policy in years, with new draft planning guidelines designed to make it easier for people with a local connection to build homes in the countryside.     The proposals aim to bring consistency to planning decisions, support rural communities and the Gaeltacht, while also preventing urban sprawl.     Meelick Fianna Fáil TD Cathal C...

Coillte says it's liaising with the gardaí in relation to unauthorised camping at an East Clare beauty spot. The semi-state forestry body has confirmed camping isn't permitted in the vicinity of the Cahermurphy Loop and the White Sands on the banks of Lough Graney in Flagmount. It says it's aware of groups illegally camping at the location and says it will "continue to liaise closely with gardaí t...

Clare's defensive stability has been hailed as a key factor behind their qualification for the All Ireland Camogie Quarter Final. A five point defeat of Offaly will see Clare contest back to back last six ties. The Banner overturned a two point half time deficit, conceding just two points in the second half in doing so. Clare FM analyst Ann Marie McGann says the backline have been in great form al...

Coming up on the show We'll discuss Clare's Camogie and Ladies football side's latest championship clashes while we'll also recap Saturday's Garry Cup Final, preview Wednesday's Cusack cup semi final and we'll also have the latest from our more than a club series.

Alan Morrissey was joined live in-studio by Clare FM’s Darragh O'Grady to reflect on the weekend's sporting fixtures. - All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship: Offaly v Clare (Saturday, St Brendan's Park, Birr, 3:30pm) - Ladies All-Ireland Intermediate Football Championship Quarter-Final: Clare v Fermanagh (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 2pm) Image (c) Clare FM

Alan Morrissey's guest today was broadcaster, journalist and activist Fintan Drury, whose new book, Genocide: Sponsoring the Destruction of Palestine, is being launched this week.   The book examines the war in Gaza and the wider conflict between Israel and Palestine, arguing that Western political, military and economic support enabled Israel's actions.   Fintan will be speaking at a Q&A event at...

Good weather is great news for most of us, but for businesses along Ireland's coast, a spell of sunshine can make the difference between just getting by and having a really successful season.     As recent reports have highlighted, cafés, ice cream shops, activity providers and seaside businesses have seen a major boost whenever the sun shines, with many saying a busy few weeks can help pay the bi...

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Monday’s Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy explained what a "moon garden" was and how to make your own. 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

A student from Ennis has developed an innovative project aimed at making cervical screening more accessible, supportive and empowering for women.   REALA is an at-home cervical screening concept that combines a reusable screening device with a digital app offering clear, stigma-free information on cervical health, HPV and preventative care.   Designed as a final year project, it seeks to address t...

What happens when traditional Irish music, contemporary dance and live performance collide?   The result is For The Record – a unique new production that's been described as a traditional music gig, but probably not as you know it.   Blending dance, music, voice, electronics and spoken word, no two performances are ever the same.   Ahead of its visit to Glór on Tuesday, 7th July, Alan Morrissey wa...

Walk into almost any pharmacy or health shop these days and you'll find collagen everywhere—in powders, capsules, drinks, gummies and even coffee.   It's marketed as a supplement that can do everything from reducing wrinkles and easing joint pain to improving gut health and promoting better sleep.   But how much of that is backed by evidence, and how much is clever marketing?   To help us separate...

There were two changes of the guard at Áras Contae an Chláir on Friday.    Corofin Fianna Fáil Councillor Joe Killeen was named the county's new mayor at the annual general meeting of Clare County Council.    First elected in 2019, the former INTO president is the second member of his family to wear the chain of office, with his cousin, former Defence Minister Tony Killeen, serving in the role fro...

A major milestone for healthcare in the Mid-West has been reached with the opening of the new Bon Secours Diagnostic Imaging Centre in Limerick.   For the first time, patients across the region, including those in County Clare, will have access to PET-CT scanning closer to home—a significant step forward in cancer diagnosis and treatment planning.   The state-of-the-art facility also offers a wide...

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, learn and communicate.   But is it also changing the way we think? A lecturer from County Clare is raising concerns that increasing reliance on AI could have long-term consequences for students' critical thinking and learning.   Michael Griffin has taught English at the University of Limerick for 23 years, and while he sees the benefits of A...

Scientists have described the recent European heatwave as the most severe ever recorded, with a new study concluding it would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change.   The report warns that extreme heat is becoming more frequent and more dangerous, with Irish cities among those experiencing record levels of heat stress.   But for many people, one question remains: can a...