A Clare Councillor Elect is calling for smart technology to be employed to reduce the number of unnecessary spoiled votes. It comes just over a week after voters cast their ballots in this county's local elections in which 571 invalid votes were recorded across Ennis, Ennistymon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Shannon. It's understood that in some cases, vo…

A Clare opposition TD claims children in this county are missing important milestones due to growing up in unsuitable homeless accommodation.The latest homeless figures indicate 79 people are currently availing of emergency accommodation provided by Clare County Council - 38 of which are classed as dependents.Children's charity Barnardos has recent…

Fr Brendan Quinlivan leads or Sunday Prayer for today the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time.By Clare FM

Stephen Fletcher presents this week's Beyond Belief which begins with a coffee and chat with Fr Gerry Kenny as they discus election blues and sporting highlights.There is also an interview with Mulugeta Dejenu the Regional Programmes Coordinator for Tearfund Ireland in Ethiopia who explains how the charity is building thriving communities through w…

The CEO of Ryanair says that in order to expand it's route offering at Shannon, the Dublin Airport passenger cap must be lifted immediately.The cap, which has been in place since 2007, currently restricts Dublin Airport to handling 32million passengers per year.Last summer Ryanair based a third aircraft at Shannon, allowing the airline to increase …

Clare's Green Senator claims a disingenuous narrative pushed by opposition and coalition partners prevented environmental candidates from getting over the line in the local elections.It comes as the number of seats won by the party has fallen by more than half since 2019, with just 23 councillors elected nationwide last week.In the run-up to the el…

Farmers in Clare are being advised to rein in their dogs while silage is being cut over the next few months.Silage season is now well underway with more than 19 million grass bales expected to be made in Ireland this summer.The Road Safety Authority has recently issued advice for driving agricultural vehicles at harvest time - including that the dr…

Clare FM Sideline View Friday June 14thBy Clare FM

This week on Where In Clare, Colum checked in with Patricia at Wilde Irish Chocolates in Tuamgraney! Tune in to find out how you can build your own bar!By Clare FM

Clare's first MEP in 35 years insists fighting for health, farmers rights, offshore energy development and robust data-protection laws will be his top priorities when he takes his seat in Brussels.Having been an unsuccessful candidate in the Ireland West Constituency in 2009, Scariff Independent TD Michael McNamara took the third seat in Ireland So…

A Clare campaign group which is taking a judicial review against the proposed Ennis Data Centre is holding its first monthly public meeting on matters of the climate this weekend.Futureproof Clare is hosting its first climate café on Saturday between 11am and 1pm in the Record Break Café in Ennis, where people are invited to raise their concerns re…

It is time for the very first episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus: Energising ClareThis new feature will be about educating you, the listener, on renewables. For the very first episode, Alan Morrissey was joined by Jerry McEvilly, The Head of Policy in Friends of the Earth to discuss renewable energy.…

This is a very special week for Clarecastle Day Care Centre. The centre, located in the village of Clarecastle, offers its elderly clients a program of social engagement and activities in a safe, supportive and friendly environment under the supervision of a team of fully trained and experienced staff who are on hand to assist with any medical conc…

Ennis Tidy Towns is gearing up for its Best Kept Garden Competition. With the Best Kept Garden Competition, the County Town – Ireland's Tidiest Town in 2021` – aims to recognise the importance of native biodiversity. To find out more about the competition, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard.Photo(c): Facebook, Ennis Tidy …

A Clare Autism support group is calling for a major overhaul of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services following a damming report into patient experiences. A new survey by advocacy group 'Families for reform of CAMHS' found that 70% of parents with autistic children said their child's health deteriorated while on a waiting list. The report als…

A Clare candidate who was unsuccessful in his European election bid says those chosen to represent Ireland South must prioritise issues of disability, mental health and imbalanced regional investment.With the 18th count due to get underway at the Nemo Rangers Count Centre in Cork, Clare TD Michael McNamara remains in contention to take a seat.Cratl…

The Kilrush Art Group was founded in the early 1970’s, making it one of the most established local art groups around. Kilrush Art Group will be holding its annual exhibitions over the summer. For more on the group and their summer plans, Alan Morrissey was joined by member of Kilrush Art Group Caroline Wilson and new member Breda Latham.…

On Thursday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Canadian chef and owner of Randaddy’s in Lahinch, Randy Lewis.This week, Randy shared a delicious recipe for breakfast taco's.By Clare FM

On Thursday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke to Clinical Child Psychologist, Dr. Toby Sachsenmaier about what it is like to be a teenager in modern Ireland.By Clare FM

On ‘Clare Women in Business‘ this week, Pat Flynn meets Judi Kinnane, CEO and founder of Jellyfish Marketplace in Kilrush.By Clare FM

It is time for the seventeenth episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Village Tour, where Alan Morrissey paid a visit to Lissycasey.With the Village Tour, we here at Morning Focus are aiming to highlight the smaller villages and townlands around the county.By doing this, we hope to showcase their unique character, while also bringing their…

After six years, Al Porter returns with his best show yet...and he will be making his way to Clare! Al’s new personal and hilarious show, Al Porter ‘Now’, has visited great venues all around the country, including Vicar St Dublin, The Everyman Cork, Belfast Limelight, Galway Comedy Festival and more. The show will come to Glór on Saturday, the 22nd…

There is currently a dilemma facing Ukrainian refugees in Shannon. The Taoiseach has vowed to raise the matter of Shannon-based refugees being moved to North Clare with the Integration Minister. Ukrainians living in Phoenix House in Shannon Town Centre were issued with a letter from International Protection Accommodation Services on Monday, stating…

The Taoiseach has vowed to the raise the matter of Shannon-based refugees being moved to North Clare with the Integration Minister. Ukrainians living in Phoenix House in Shannon Town Centre were issued with a letter from International Protection Accommodation Services on Monday stating they'll be relocated to Lisdoonvarna on June 24th. The decision…

A Clare family carer insists nothing short of scrapping the carer's allowance means test will show the Government values the work they do. Minister Heather Humphreys has confirmed the weekly income disregard for carer's allowance will be increased to €450 for a single person and €900 for a couple. In addition, the carer's benefit income limit has g…

Tributes are being paid to the Clare woman who provided a light in the darkest moments to countless women and young families across the county. Mary Fitzgerald, who was one of the original founders of Clare Haven over 30 years ago, will be laid to rest this lunchtime after a funeral mass at Kilnamona Church. Before establishing the county's first d…

It will likely be tomorrow before an official announcement is made, but Clare TD Michael McNamara remains on course to secure a move to Brussels.The Scariff deputy is currently lying third in the running in the Ireland South Constituency having amassed over 62,500 votes on the eleventh count.Aontú's Patrick Murphy, who is also the CEO of the Irelan…

A West Clare river has been deemed to be in "bad condition" due to agricultural run-off and wastewater treatment.The Environmental Protection Agency's new report on water quality in rivers and lakes across the country last year has found that increased nutrient pollution means water quality here isn't improving.The Annagh River in West Clare is one…

The Clare-based Chair of Sadaka fears the war in Gaza will continue for months to come unless there's a change of government in Israel.It comes as Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad have submitted a reponse to a UN-backed ceasefire proposal to mediators in Qater and Egypt.A UN report published today meanwhile has found that both Israel and Hamas h…

The Clare branch of the Irish Blood Transfusion Service has launched an urgent appeal as it faces serious pressure to increase blood supply.Nationally , the IBTS currently has just 2.6 days worth of minimum blood stocks available and is aiming to increase this to5 days for neo-natal use and 7 for general use.As part of its efforts to boost supply, …

On this week’s Sport in Focus, we are talking about watersports on the River Fergus. Scoil Criost Rí has been leading the way by developing kayak and paddle boarding facilities at the school, which has the river running just behind it Clare FM's Derrick Lynch visited the school to find out more.By Clare FM

On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tommy Corbett from Carey Corbett Financial Solutions.This week, Tommy provided Alan and our Morning Focus listeners with advice on critical illness, serious illness and specified illness cover.By Clare FM

A coalition of concerned stakeholders within the tourism industry have written to the Taoiseach, to express their concerns over rural tourism. The Irish Self-Catering Federation are among the industry chiefs who are calling upon Simon Harris to “stop unintended and serious harm being inflicted on Ireland’s rural tourism economy”. One of the issues …

A very important event will be held in Ennistymon early next month. The Conor Flanagan Memorial Walk/Run will take place on the 7th of July.Funds raised as a result of the walk/run will go towards the purchase of a vital piece of equipment. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Conor’s sister, Anne Marie Flanagan.To donate, visit https://w…

A Clare firefighter fears irreparable damage will be done to the service unless the Government urgently resolves a pay dispute. It's after SIPTU and the LGMA held a meeting at the Workplace Relations Commission last night after part-time firefighters were offered a maximum increase of €750 to their annual €8,000 retainer. Between January and April,…

Clare's Michael McNamara looks on course to secure a European Parliament seat.The Scariff Independent TD is currently lying in third place in the Ireland South Constituency after receiving 56,339 first preference votes - with Fianna Fáil's Cynthia Ní Mhurchú behind him at 55,209.Former GAA president, Fine Gael's Seán Kelly, became the first Europea…

An ESRI analysis has found a lack of pathways for refugees hoping to access affordable housing along with overburdened frontline support workers in local authorities and homeless charities to be among the greatest barriers.In Clare at present, there are over 1,100 households availing of HAP, while last month the local authority was supporting 118 p…

A former resident of a Clare direct provision centre has accused the Government of uprooting immigrants from their new communities due to policy failures.It follows a new report from the ESRI which shows that almost 6,000 refugees who have been granted status to remain are still living in direct provision centres due to the housing shortage.There a…

A new survey of Clare's coastline has led to a renewed push for stronger conservation legislation for Ireland's inshore waters.The Fair Seas campaign and the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group have published a report after monitoring the marine life along the coastlines of Clare, Cork and Kerry over a five-month period.The low number of harbour porpoise…

Based in Ennis and run by Anna Petertil, BodyWow EMS Training aims to revolutionise the traditional way of training by combining EMS (Electric Muscle Stimulation) technology with fitness expertise. EMS is a 20-minute full-body workout, that aims to make you look and feel great. To find out more about this different approach to exercise – and to dis…

It is time to bring you another weird and wonderful tale, which means it is time for another edition of Seanchaí Corner. Seanchaí Corner sees the renowned author, storyteller, lecturer, and broadcaster Eddie Lenihan regaling us with a memorable story from his extensive collection of old Irish tales and fables. In our latest installment of Seanchaí …

We’re into the summer and can hopefully expect more good weather.Now is an important time to discuss skin health.To give some some key advice on staying safe in the sun, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dr. Maeve O'Doherty who is an Ophthalmologist at the Eyes, Lids & Face Clinic in Ennis.Picture (c): Eyes, Lids and Face Clinic via eyeslidsandface.ie…

Grow Mental Health’s 'Go Yellow' event will take place later this monthTo shed some light on Grow Mental Health, as well as outlining the reason behind Go Yellow, Alan Morrissey was joined by Celia Brett, Integrated Professional Counsellor and Psychotherapist Specialising in Addiction and Midwest Area Coordinator with Grow Mental Health.Picture (c)…

Heart of Gold, Family Carers Ireland’s national fundraising campaign, is underway. Heart of Gold, which aims to provide vital support to family carers in Clare, takes place this Thursday (13th June). With an estimated 12,122 family carers in Clare this campaign aims to recognise their invaluable contribution and raise vital funds. To discuss this f…

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare artist Noel Donnellan. Noel discussed his work that's been showcased during London Craft Week, including a unique piece co-created with Mike Byrne and another on display in a gallery on Pimlico Road. Don't miss this insightful conversation about his creative journey and artistic inspira…

A Clare architect fears there will be more safety scandals in the housing sector unless mandatory construction inspections are urgently introduced. It comes as the Irish Society of Chartered Surveyors is predicting the government's bill for compensating homeowners impacted by Pyrite, Mica and apartment defects will surpass €7bn. In 2022, Clare Coun…

The future development and expansion of Ennistymon is said to be dependent on the provision of sorely-needed parking. It's as a planning application has been submitted for streetscape enhancements in the North Clare town which will consist of footpath upgrades, resurfacing, new street lighting and street furniture among other improvements. The deve…

Fine Gael's Joe Garrihy retained his seat in the Ennistymon Local Electoral Area, with the election of former Cllr, Lahinch's Bill Slattery, seeing the party double its representation in the region. Migration was among the biggest election topics in North Clare, with Ukrainian arrivals currently comprising 12.5% of the region's population. Cllr Gar…

The new and existing councillors elected to Clare Council for the next five years having been setting out their out stall. After a dramatic weekend of highs and lows at the Ennis count centre, six new councillors and 22 existing and former public representatives will take seats in Arás Chontae An Chláir. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan Reports === The firs…

The new and existing councillors elected to Clare Council for the next five years having been setting out their out stall.After a dramatic weekend of highs and lows at the Ennis count centre, six new councillors and 22 existing and former public representatives will take seats in Arás Contae An Chláir.The first full council meeting of the new term …