Best Social On The Sidelines Podcasts (2025)

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Public Lighting Assessment Of Ennis Lanes To Be Conducted 1:29

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Clare County Council has committed to conducting a safety assessment of public lighting in Ennis's lanes and laneways. It follows a call from Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Antoinette Baker-Bashua who claims the "current lack of adequate lighting poses significant safety concerns for residents and visitors". Ennis Municipal District says the local au…

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Donnelly Says Clare Must Be Clinical To Reach Minor B All Ireland Ladies Football Final 4:54

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The boss of the Clare minor ladies football team says his side must be clinical if they're to secure their place in the All Ireland Final.The Banner travel to Roscommon this evening to take on Monaghan in their last four tie in Tarmonbarry.Clare come into the game off the back of an impressive showing last time out, where they claimed the Munster t…

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#177 Shane McEntee // The new rules and what being an inter county captain 1:26:19

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On episode 177 I am delighted to be joined by Shane McEntee. Former Meath captain, current St Peters Dunboyne senior footballer and GAA plus pundit. (Note this episode was recorded the day before the All-Ireland quarter final win over Galway) 01:00 For the first 30 minutes Shane and I debate the current rules, inter county calendar, 7s, penalties, …

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Celebrations As €3.65M Social Housing Development Opens In Ennis 10:21

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There were widespread celebrations in Clare's capital amid the official opening of a new social housing development. The €3.65m age friendly An tArd complex has finally been unveiled to the public, trigger scenes of joy and relief among those in attendance.Clare FM's Daragh Dolan began by speaking to one of the new residents, Sinéad Clancy…

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Clare GAA Chair Claims Lohan Reappointment A Vote Of Confidence For Clare Hurling 9:52

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The chairman of Clare GAA claims Brian Lohan's decision to stay on as manager of the Clare senior hurlers represents a great vote of confidence in the potential for the coming years. At last night's meeting of the county board delegates, it was confirmed Lohan would remain at the helm, with the Wolfe Tones clubman committing to a further three year…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 09-07-2025 2:02

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 9ú lá de mí Iúil, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1982 bhí fiachas ann timpeall an tír de 800 milliúin punt I gcomparáid leis an bhliain seo chaite.I 1993 bhí clúdaigh sláinte chun ardú mar go raibh VHI chun 6% níos mó a fháil.I 1976 bhí an GAA An Chláir chun teacht ar ais chuig an pháirc thaispeánt…

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Day Three Of Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy 2025 16:24

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Clare FM’s Therese McInerney took a trip to Miltown Malbay to the Willie Clancy Summer School. The Willie Clancy Summer School is a week-long summer school in traditional music and set dance held annually at Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare.By Clare FM

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Financial Advice: Ireland 2025: Mid-Year Economic Review & Markets Update 11:53

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On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tommy Corbett from Carey Corbett Financial Solutions.This week, Tommy joined Alan for a Mid-Year Economic Review & Markets Update.By Clare FM

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Finance Minister Announces VAT Rate Will Remain The Same For Sunscreen 18:22

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The Finance Minister says it's not possible to remove sunscreen from the highest VAT rate, due to an EU directive. Despite calls for change, Paschal Donohoe says the 23 percent VAT rate will not be reduced, as it’s deemed a “non-essential item”. That's despite skin cancer being the most common form of cancer in Ireland, with 11 thousand cases diagn…

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Irish Emirates Cabin Crew Member From Clonlara 8:02

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On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Asia O’Brien. Asia, who hails from Clonlara, is a cabin crew member for Emirates Airlines. Followers of Asia’s TikTok account – and she has over 140,000 of them get a glimpse into Asia’s life and career in the fast-paced, globe-trotting world of international aviation.…

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Alcohol Awareness Week 7:34

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This week is Alcohol Awareness Week (July 7th to 13th). The theme for the week is “Alcohol and Work”. Data from the Drinkaware Barometer 2024 reveals that over 1 in 4 Irish adults (26%) report drinking for conformity reasons—to fit in, be liked, or avoid feeling left out. This figure more than doubles for the youngest adults, with 53% of 18–24-year…

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Tense Discussions Continue Amid Ennis Local Transport Plan Proposals 22:50

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As you've been hearing in our news bulletins, there's been an accusation that democracy hasn't been upheld at a meeting of Ennis's elected representatives. Tense exchanges took place during this week's Ennis Municipal District meeting where residents and business owners flooded the public viewing gallery to observe a discussion about the Draft Enni…

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Did the Texas floods have to be this deadly? 25:26

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Search efforts continue in central Texas after extraordinary flash flooding killed more than 100 people. As the death toll rises, questions are growing about whether local, state and federal authorities should have done more to warn residents, and help them get to safety. The disaster is also placing fresh scrutiny on the Trump administration's eno…

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Accusation "Democracy Wasn't Let Happen" At Meeting Of Ennis Councillors 4:10

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There's been an accusation that "democracy wasn't let happen" at a meeting of Ennis's elected representatives. At this week's Ennis Muncipal District meeting, Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom O'Callaghan called for a vote on the removal of proposals for the reduction of two-lane access to the county town's orbital roads from the Draft Ennis Local Transpo…

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Ciarán Breen Speaking On Studio Apartment Sizes To Clare FM's Daragh Dolan 3:16

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A prominent Clare developer claims government plans to reduce studio apartment sizes will not stimulate housing growth. It comes as Planning Minister John Cummins and Housing Minister James Browne have published new guidelines that would lower the minimum apartment size from 37 to 32 square metres. The coalition claims the plans would increase deli…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 08-07-2025 2:24

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 8ú lá de mí Iúil, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1988 bhí daoine ag cur milleán ar sceitheadh gás don tubaiste caor thine sa Mhuir Thuaidh a mharaigh 166 duine.I 1994 thug siad foláireamh deiridh chuig na oibreoirí cruach.I 1977 bhí an t-ambasadóir Meiriceánach nua mhac d'eisimirceach ó nDúlainn.I …

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Le Chéile Choir Hosting Choral Workshop In Vandeleur Gardens 5:31

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The latest Le Chéile Pub Choir Choral Workshop will take place this Saturday (12th July, 12pm-2pm). The Vandeleur Gardens in Kilrush is the venue for the workshop, which will also include a singalong with Sarah Corcoran from the Sarah Corcoran School of Singing.For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by, Veronica Keating.PHOTO CREDIT: Le Chéile…

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Travel Tales with Fergal – Belfast 24:34

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On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke to Fergal O’Keefe, host of the Travel Tales with Fergal podcast.This week, Fergal discussed his trip to Belfast and provided listeners with tips and useful information.By Clare FM

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Seanchaí Corner Episode 26: The Doubting Thomas And The Fairy Fort 9:17

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It is time for another episode of Seanchaí Corner. Seanchaí Corner is where the renowned author, storyteller, lecturer, and broadcaster, Eddie Lenihan regales us with a memorable story from his extensive collection of old Irish tales and fables. For our latest episode of Seanchaí Corner, Eddie tells us about the strange tale of the Doubting Thomas …

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Davies Brothers Live In Ennistymon 7:04

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The Davies Brothers are getting ready for their first hometown show of the year. The brothers – twins Eoin and Brian – will play an intimate show at Pot Duggan’s in Ennistymon this Friday (11th July). The show comes after the release of their new single, 'Children of the forest' and before a busy summer of playing festivals and gigs around the coun…

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Day Two Of Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy 2025 18:41

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Clare FM’s Therese McInerney took a trip to Miltown Malbay to the Willie Clancy Summer School. The Willie Clancy Summer School is a week-long summer school in traditional music and set dance held annually at Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare.By Clare FM

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Tubber Fair 2025 7:23

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The Tubber Fair 2025 is coming up this weekend. The Burren Inn will host three days of fun, music, and tradition in the heart of Tubber from Friday, 11th – Sunday, 13th July. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Niamh Baker & Martin Baker, Co-owners of The Burren Inn.By Clare FM

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Educational Advice: Answering Questions From Parents 14:01

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On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, retired Deputy Principal of Rice College and Educational Consultant, John Burns answered questions from parents on topics such as undesirable test results, the leaving cert and much more.By Clare FM

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Palestinian GAA Clubs Set To Arrive In Clare 13:26

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Palestinian GAA clubs from the West Bank are set to arrive in Ireland next week (18th July) for a tour, with a visit to County Clare as part of the itinerary. The 47 participants, including 33 children between 9 and 16 years, will travel from Tulkarm, Ramallah, Jenin, Beit Lahm and Al Khalil for a two-week tour to foster friendship, solidarity, cul…

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Madden Furniture Closing After 49 Years 16:52

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There is going to be significant change on the Station Road in Ennis soon, with the news that Madden Furniture is to close its doors for good. The Maddens’ Facebook post on the impending closure began: “after 49 incredible years supplying furniture to our community, the time has come for us to say goodbye.” They will bring the curtain down on close…

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Netanyahu in Washington, and a Gaza ceasefire? 29:25

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington this week, meeting with Donald Trump and senior members of the Trump administration, in a trip that could end in a Gaza ceasefire agreement expected to last 60 days. The critical questions revolve around Hamas’ attitude toward the repatriation of the remaining 50 Israeli hostages in their c…

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Clare TD Accuses Minister Of Causing Uncertainty Among College Students 7:20

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A Clare TD is accusing a Government Minister of causing uncertainty among third level students with regard to fees. It comes ahead of a Sinn Féin motion to be debated today and voted on tomorrow evening which is calling for college fees to be reduced by €500 this September and abolished within two years. Reports emerged over the weekend suggesting …

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Potato Blight Warning For Clare In Effect Today 3:09

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A potato blight warning comes into effect in Clare today. Met Éireann has issued an environmental advisory for the possibility of potato blight for seven counties including Clare, owing to weather conditions which could lead to the spread of the pathogen. The period of the warning begins at midday today and will conclude at 11:30pm on Wednesday. Fe…

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Final #Chargers Training Camp Predictions: Camp Battles, Rookies, and Breakout Stars 1:02:48

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The Los Angeles Chargers start training camp in a little over a week! The second year of the Jim Harbaugh era will open with just two weeks to go before their first preseason game against the Detroit Lions at the Hall of Fame Game. Who will be the standouts? Which rookies will shine the earliest? Who HAS to have a breakout camp to survive roster cu…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 07-07-2025 1:45

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 7ú lá de mí Iúil, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1989 bhí na Daonlathaithe ag iarradh dhá shuíochán sa chomh-aireacht chun idirbheartaíocht a bheith acu le Fianna Fáil.I 2000 bhí scoilt sa chomhar creidmheasa de bharr go raibh chostas 30 milliún níos mó ar plean a bhí acu do na ríomhaire.I 1972 bhí…

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Claims Cost Of Clare Homes Plateauing Not A Sign Of Bucking The Trend Of Price Increases 7:21

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It's claimed that the plateauing of house prices in Clare is the result of the market levelling out, rather than "bucking the trend" of rising house prices.The latest quarterly report from MyHome.ie shows the median cost of a home in Clare is €295,000, the same as in quarter one, but up €20,000 on 2024 figures.However, the cost of a 3-bed-semi-deta…

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Weekend Sport Review – 7th July 10:44

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To review the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Monday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Derek Dormer.Games Reviewed:All Ireland Senior Camogie Quarter-Final: Clare v Waterford (Saturday, Croke Park) WillWeGo.com Clare Cup Final: Clonlara v Inagh-Kilnamona (Sunday, Dr. Daly Park)By Clare FM

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RSA Check It Fits Service Set To Commence This Week In Clare 8:17

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The Road Safety Authority's Check it Fits service is back on the road and will be in Clare from July 9th to 11th, visiting Lisdoonvarna, Ennis, and Shannon. It’s a free, walk-in service to help parents and guardians make sure their car seats are fitted safely. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ron Richardson, Lead Checker with the RSA,…

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In The Garden: Summer - Flowering Perennials To Grow For This Time Of Year 30:07

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tom Stewart from Keane’s Garden Centre in Kilcolgan.This week, Tom gave listeners advice on flowering perennials to grow for this time of year If you have a question for Tom, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964.…

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Day One Of Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy 2025 17:31

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Clare FM’s Therese McInerney took a trip to Miltown Malbay to the Willie Clancy Summer School. The Willie Clancy Summer School is a week-long summer school in traditional music and set dance held annually at Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare.By Clare FM

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Ennis Town FC’s Drive In Bingo 7:40

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The first ever Drive In Bingo in Clare will take place on the 27th of July.The initiative is the brainchild of Ennis Town FC. The club is aiming to raise funds for their U14 Boys’ trip to Barcelona. For more on this Alan Morrissey was joined by the organiser of the event, Loretta O’Connor.By Clare FM

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Arts Slot: What’s On This Week – With County Arts Officer Siobhán Mulcahy 8:20

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art’s Officer Siobhán Mulcahy.Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week’s live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County.This week, Siobhán told us about Tom Tuohy and the Teabags in Doolin, The Wild Robot, Ana Colomer's Exhibition in Scarif…

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Futureproof Clare Objects To EPA About Aughinish Alumina Dredging & Dumping Licence 12:37

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Futureproof Clare (FPC), a grassroots environmental group active in Clare and the Shannon region, recently made a submission to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to object to the renewal of the Aughinish Alumina (AAL) dredging and dumping at sea licence. The EPA has granted a new licence to Russian-owned alumina refinery to extend its dredg…

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Olympic-Bound OCR World Championships Coming To Mid-West Region In 2026 8:28

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On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Danielle Devaney of the Shannon Region Conference and Sports Bureau.Limerick has been announced as the host city for the 2026 Obstacle Course Racing (OCR) World Championships, just two years before the sport is set to make its official debut at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. More than 4,0…

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Call To Grow The Game Of Rounders In Clare 16:03

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On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan spoke about a sport that rarely, if ever, gains any coverage! Rounders is one of the four official GAA sports included in the original GAA charter back in 1884 along with Gaelic Football, Hurling and Handball. However, despite it being included in the original GAA charter, Rounders hasn’t gained as much in popularity…

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Retailer's Of Ennis Impose Blockade Amid Retail Giant's Erection Of Electric Barrier 9:16

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The community group, Retailers of Ennis, imposed a blockade on the delivery entrance to Dunnes Stores on Friday in response to the retail giant's erection of an electronic barrier. The barrier came into operation on Thursday and is preventing delivery trucks from accessing businesses on O'Connell Street and Cook's Lane, as they have been doing sinc…

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Medicaid cuts and RFK Jr’s MAHA mission 31:09

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The passing of Donald Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill last week came with over a trillion dollars of cuts to Medicaid, kicking an estimated 12 million Americans off health insurance coverage by 2034. And it was passed with the blessing of the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Widespread upheaval of the American healthcare sys…

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Ennis Unemployment At Lowest Level For June In 23 Years 2:21

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The number of people claiming unemployment benefit in June in Ennis has plummeted to its lowest level on record. The latest figures from the Central Statistics Office show 2,047 people were on the Live Register in the county town at the end of last month, which is down 20% since 2019. Countywide 3,702 people were lining the dole queues in June, 541…

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North Clare Town's Businesses Rejoice As New Amenity Unveiled 4:15

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A new amenity in a North Clare town is expected to usher in a new era of economic prosperity while alleviating traffic congestion and enhancing the experience of visitors. A long-awaited 48-space car park which will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, has been unveiled at Monastery Lane in Ennistymon. It comes after years of delays owing to …

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Atlantic Tales - Burren Nature Sanctuary - Episode 214 50:03

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On this week's Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn visits an award-winning nature sanctuary nestled on the edge of the Burren.Founded in 2012 by Mary and Roy Bermingham, their vision for the Burren Nature Sanctuary was to protect and celebrate the rich Burren ecology and to connect people of all ages with the unique biodiversity of the area.…

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Doras Says Significant Rise In Racism And Harassment To Clare Service Users 8:28

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A MidWest Migrants Rights Association says there's been a significant escalation in incidents of racism, harassment and verbal abuse towards its service users in Clare. It follows an incident in Limerick City this week in which a migrant man in his 30's was hospitalised following an assault stemming from what Gardaí have confirmed to be "unfounded …

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Beyond Belief - Sunday 6th July 2025 54:30

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Fr Gerry Kenny presents Beyond Belief for Sunday 6th July 2025By Clare FM

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Sunday Prayer - Sunday 6th July 2025 15:00

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Fr Brendan Quinlivan leads our Sunday Prayer.By Clare FM

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Clare Fall To Deise Defeat In All Ireland Quarter Final 3:20

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Clare have been beaten in the quarter final of the All Ireland Senior Camogie championship.John Carmody's side saw their season come to an end in Croke Park after a 2-20 to 2-10 defeat to Waterford. Aine O'Loughlin struck two superbly taken goals in the opening period and it looked as though the sides would go in level at half time, however, Annie …

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Government Claims It's Not Backtracking On Commitment To Clare Wastewater Schemes 7:32

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The Government insists it's not backtracking on its commitment to providing wastewater infrastructure in two unsewered Clare communities.In December of 2023, Broadford and Cooraclare were included in a €50 million pilot scheme devised to address the wastewater collection and treatment needs of villages without access to public wastewater services.I…