Best TUNNEL FM Podcasts (2024)

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Time Tunnel - Episode 9 - Mike Taylor 13:08

19h ago13:08

13:08

Time Tunnel - Episode 9 - Mike Taylor by Clare FMBy Clare FM

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Clare Family Says Issues Arising From Mothers Death At UHL Have Fallen On Deaf Ears 11:26

4m ago11:26

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A Clare family whose mother experienced deficits in her care before she died at University Hospital Limerick is calling for the recommendations of a report into her death to be urgently implemented before more lives are lost in vain.Brigid O'Loughlin from Inch passed away from mesenteric ischemia in 2017 and a subsequent investigation raised signif…

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Clare TD Insists Shannon Airport Not To Blame If Weapons To Israel Passing Through Irish Airspace 20:23

8m ago20:23

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Clare's Government TD claims that even if "the devil incarnate" touched down at Shannon Airport, the blame doesn't lie with management at the Clare base.A Government investigation is ongoing following reports that aircraft carrying potential military cargo to Israel passed through Irish airspace, while it's also been reported that Shannon Airport w…

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Plans For Next Chapter Of Kilrush Convent To Be Revealed In "Not Too Distant Future" 4:43

5m ago4:43

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Details on the next chapter in the life of a prominent West Clare derelict building are expected to become known "in the not too distant future".The long-vacant Convent of Mercy in Kilrush has returned to the agenda of a meeting of West Clare's local representatives, having been raised by Doonbeg Councillor Rita McInerney this week.Funded through a…

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Burren & Cliffs Of Moher Named Among Top 100 Global Geological Heritage Sites 4:30

9m ago4:30

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The Burren and Cliffs of Moher have joined the company of the most famous destinations in the world in a new list recognising flourishing natural attractions.The prominent North Clare natural attractions have been named among the top 100 Geological Heritage Sites at the 37th International Geological Congress in Busan.Other world renowned sites to r…

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Clare-born Musician Áine Tyrell Releasing New Single ‘Singing our way home’ 9:30

26m ago9:30

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Áine Tyrell is home from Australia and is releasing a new song on Friday, 27th September called ‘Singing our way home’. She will be performing at Monroe's in Dublin on Sunday September 29th, The Cobblestone in Dublin on October 3rd and Shoalhaven Head in Australia on October 18th followed by several more dates.For some people, hitting the open road…

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Latest Round Of National Heritage Keepers Programme Open For Applications 14:54

1h ago14:54

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Burrenbeo Trust has confirmed that the latest round of the National Heritage Keepers Programme opened for applications on the 3rd of September. Over 150 groups and schools have completed the free programme to date. Heritage Keepers are now looking for community groups and senior classes of primary schools to take part in its highly anticipated four…

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Seanchaí Corner: Episode 17 - The Coat and the Sunbeam 8:14

12m ago8:14

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It is time for another wonderful tale from the one and only Eddie Lenihan, which means it is time for Seanchaí Corner.Every fortnight on Morning Focus, Seanchaí Corner sees Eddie, the renowned author, storyteller, lecturer, and broadcaster regaling us with a memorable story from his extensive collection of old Irish tales and fables.This week, Eddi…

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People Of Kilrush Invited To Have Their Say On Future Of Old Mars Cinema 14:13

22m ago14:13

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The people of Kilrush and West Clare are being asked to get involved in the future planning of the old Mars cinema in the town. Next Thursday, the 3rd of October 2024, Tourism Development International, in conjunction with Clare County Council and Kilrush Town Team, are inviting local people and business owners to come to a walk-in clinic in the To…

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Ciaran O'Driscoll Talks About His New Book Called The Golden Ass 7:51

43m ago7:51

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Ciaran O'Driscoll is a poet; a member of Aosdána with ten books of poetry, a memoir and a novel to his credit.Far from resting on his laurels, O'Driscoll, at 80, has produced something of a 'shocker'; a brave and beautifully written novel called "The Golden Ass" that explores sexuality in its spectrum, questions the notions of beauty, tours imagina…

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GoFundMe Campaign In Aid Of Broadford Resident's Care Costs 6:27

30m ago6:27

6:27

Kevin Ryan is a hugely popular and well-liked married father of one from Kilmore, Broadford in East Clare. Since the Autumn of 2023, when he experienced kidney failure as well as numerous other health complications, Kevin has been left unable to work and with significant care needs. He spent over 6 months in the University Hospital Limerick but in …

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The Irish Red Cross Welcome New Volunteers 9:51

1h ago9:51

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The Clare Branch of the Irish Red Cross are doing a lot of work including promoting new members to join their ambulance service and holding a Tour of Clare fundraiser. The Irish Red Cross also have plans to develop and improve their training centre in Clare. They will be holding an annual table quiz on Saturday, the 9th of November 2024.To talk mor…

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Merger Of Clare And Tipperary Garda Divisions Under Fire Once Again 9:09

1h ago9:09

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It's been suggested the sheer scale of Clare's Garda Division means it doesn't lend itself to facilitating good quality community policing. The annual conference of the Association of Garda Superintendents taking place this week has heard descriptions of the Operational Policing Model introduced by Commissioner Drew Harris last year as "idealistic"…

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Doonbeg Mains Repair Elevated To Top Priority Of Uisce Eireann Action List 2:47

1h ago2:47

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The end of legacy water supply issues could soon be on the horizon for a prominent West Clare village. Uisce Eireann has taken the decision to elevate the replacement of 6km of water mains in Doonbeg to the top of its regional priority list. It follows persistent outages caused by bursts on the network's obsolete infrastructure this year, which is …

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Health Minister Defends UHL Response In Fiery Dáil Debate 10:21

9m ago10:21

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The Health Minister has defended his Department's response to enhancing capacity, staffing and resources across the UL Hospitals Group in the face of consistent and worsening overcrowding this year.It follows a fiery debate held in the Dáil on the matter in light of the harrowing findings of former Chief Justice Frank Clarke's Report into the Death…

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Sinn Féin TD Says Too Many Families Have Lost Loved Ones Due To UHL's Conditions 3:09

10m ago3:09

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The overcrowding crisis at UHL has once again dominated headlines this week, following the publication of the Clarke Report, which determined the circumstances surrounding Aoife Johnston's death "were almost certainly avoidable".2024 remains on course to be the worst year on record for trolley numbers at Dooradoyle with the Irish Nurses and Midwive…

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Ennis Homes Selling For 20% Above Guide Price Amid Housing Shortage 5:42

18m ago5:42

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It's claimed rising property prices in Ennis are impeding social and economic growth in the town.The Real Estate Alliance's latest quarterly report for the period of July to August shows the average price of a second hand three-bed home in Clare is now €270,000; an increase of €20,000 in the last three months.The issue is most acute in the county t…

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Clare Environmental Group At Forefront Of Leinster House Protest For Conservation Legislation 2:39

22m ago2:39

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A Clare-based environmental group has travelled to Dublin this afternoon to push for a long-awaited piece of conservation legislation to be given the full focus of elected representatives.A rally is being held outside Leinster House by the Fair Seas campaign which is a coalition of what it describes as "Ireland's leading environmental non-governmen…

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Susan O’Neill Set To Perform At The Cheesepress 9:47

1h ago9:47

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Susan O'Neill is known as a songwriter of many depths, with a timeless voice and a growing reputation for standout live performances. In the past 3 years since the release of her duet album In The Game with Mick Flannery, Susan has been invited to share stages across North American, Europe and the UK with Phoebe Bridgers, The Teskey Brothers, Calex…

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True Colours - Episode 8 - Orla Vaughan 14:21

1d ago14:21

14:21

True Colours - Episode 8 - Orla Vaughan by Clare FMBy Clare FM

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World Lung Day – Tips On How Best To Breathe Clean Air 7:30

30m ago7:30

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The Irish Thoracic Society is marking World Lung Day today, September 25th.They want everyone to join them to promote better lung health for all. To tell us more about it, the CEO of Irish Thoracic Society, Orla Veale joined Peter O'Connell on Wednesday's Morning Focus.Photo (c): 7activestudio from Getty Images via Canva…

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The Madden Family Exit Hotel Trade With Sale Of Temple Gate 11:15

1d ago11:15

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The Madden family’s eminent association with the hotel industry in Clare comes to an end with the sale of the Temple Gate Hotel in Ennis.The landmark, 70-bedroom hotel, bar and restaurant will continue to operate through a seamless transition retaining staff and services at the popular, town centre, 4-star facility. People and service underpin the …

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Nugent Family Solicitor On Patrick Nugent Exhumation 17:17

2h ago17:17

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As we heard across Clare FM’s news bulletins on Tuesday, the process of exhuming the body of Patrick Nugent started yesterday in Feenagh graveyard in Sixmilebridge. Patrick died in February of 1984 from injuries sustained after a function in Bunratty Castle where he worked as banqueting manager. Addressing the media at a press conference yesterday,…

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MidWest ED Review Timeline Slammed As "Ridiculous And Pointless" In Seanad 5:15

1d ago5:15

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The Health Minister has been requested to hold a special briefing for elected representatives in the MidWest. It follows the harrowing findings of inquests and investigations this year into the deaths of Shannon residents Martin Abbott and most recently sixteen-year-old Aoife Johnston at the Emergency Department of University Hospital Limerick. The…

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Shannon Airport Has Capacity For Extra 3 Million Passengers 4:01

8m ago4:01

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Shannon Airport is urging airlines to recognise there's no passenger cap in place at facilities outside of Dublin. It follows the launch of Ryanair's Winter Schedule for Clare's international airport which will see increased frequency on routes to Kaunas, Krakow, London, Manchester and Tenerife. Currently, Dublin Airport is restricted to handling 3…

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Clare Sports Clubs Score €9M Funding Boost 6:13

11m ago6:13

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Sporting organisations across Clare are set to benefit from a funding boost of over €9m announced today. The allocation has been made under the Sports Capital Grant and approximately 84 projects across the codes of Gaelic Games, Soccer, Rugby, Cricket, Athletics, Aquatics and Swimming will benefit in this county. Among the biggest winners are the C…

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TUS Clare SFC Quarter Final Preview - Manager Interviews 33:17

12m ago33:17

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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch speaking with all eight clubs involved in this weekends TUS Clare SFC 1/4 finalsBy Clare FM

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True Colours - Episode 7 - Ed Slattery 12:13

2d ago12:13

12:13

True Colours - Episode 7 - Ed Slattery by Clare FMBy Clare FM

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One Person Hospitalised Following "Horrific" Dog Attack In South East Clare 7:02

15m ago7:02

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One person has been hospitalised following what's been described as a horrific dog attack in South East Clare.Two people were out jogging on land near Sixmilebridge yesterday evening, when they were set upon by two Sheep Dogs.Emergency services were alerted and Gardaí, as well as Clare's County Dog Warden were dispatched to the scene.The dogs were …

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Fresh Investigation Launched Into Circumstances Of Patrick Nugent's Death 6:23

12m ago6:23

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A fresh investigation has been launched into the death of a Clare man who passed away 40 years ago as a result of injuries sustained during an incident in Bunratty.Gardaí have confirmed that the exhumation of the remains of Patrick Nugent commenced this morning, as part of a new investigation into the circumstances of his death.On the evening of Fe…

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Ryanair To Increase Flights On Five Shannon Airport Routes As Part Of Winter Schedule 6:38

20m ago6:38

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Passenger numbers at Shannon Airport are set to take off, with the announcement that Ryanair is to introduce extra flights on five routes from the Midwest Airport this year as part of its Winter Schedule.The airline has confirmed today that due to passenger demand, it's three state of the art Boeing 737 Gamechanger Aircraft currently based in the M…

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Cycle4Des 2024 Raises Funds & Awareness For Oesophageal Cancer 13:24

19m ago13:24

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A small group of local people are undertaking a momentous challenge to raise not only funds but awareness around Oesophageal Cancer. They will depart Clooney Quin on Sunday, the 29th of September.Cycle4Des is named after Des Lynch who passed away from Oesophageal Cancer on 30th September 2021. For more on this, Peter O'Connell was joined by Co-orga…

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Travel Tales With Fergal: Extremadura 17:04

17m ago17:04

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On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, Peter O'Connell spoke to Fergal O’Keefe, host of the Travel Tales with Fergal podcast.On this week’s Travel Tales, Fergal discussed his travel experiences to Extremadura.By Clare FM

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Marty Morrissey And The RTÉ CO: Sport, Music, Stories And Craic 15:13

20m ago15:13

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Marty Morrissey joins up with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra for star-studded nights to remember in Dublin and Galway. The concerts are set for Dublin on the 26th of September and Galway on the 27th of September.To discuss this further, Peter O'Connell was joined in-studio by Marty Morrissey.Photo (c): Clare FM…

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Nationwide Tour: Helping Children And Teenagers Cope With Anxiety 12:18

24m ago12:18

12:18

Clinical Psychologist Dr David Coleman is about to embark on a nationwide tour this October which will aim to reframe anxiety for children and teenagers as a normal part of their lives that can be regulated rather than something to be eliminated. David, who specialises in working with children, teenagers and their families in this area, will visit …

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HSE Says Function Of UHL Assessment Units "Non-Existent" Due To Overcrowding 10:53

14m ago10:53

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The Friends of Ennis Hospital has made a renewed call for the resignation of UL Hospitals Group CEO Colette Cowan following an independent report into the death of Shannon Teenager Aoife Johnston. The investigation by former Chief Justice Frank Clarke found the circumstances of the 16 year-old's death were almost certainly avoidable and that severe…

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Council Accused Of "Contradicting Themselves" By Not Permitting Lighting Outside Connolly Pub 1:55

28m ago1:55

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It's been suggested Clare County Council's engineers are "contradicting themselves" by denying a request for public lighting in the vicinity of a rural pub. Newly-elected Cree Independent Councillor Dinny Gould has this week called for lighting to be installed outside Carney's Bar in Connolly as he claims it's "extremely dangerous" for staff and cu…

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Clarke Report Copperfastens Need For Ennis ED Insists Clare TD 10:39

28m ago10:39

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Clare's Government TD claims the findings of the Clarke Report have copperfastened the need for the expedited delivery of a new Emergency Department in Ennis.It comes as the latest report into the death of Shannon Teenager Aoife Johnston at University Hospital Limerick has determined the circumstances in which she died were "almost certainly avoida…

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Kilkee Residents Claim Uisce Éireann Using "Erroneous Information" To Progress Treatment Plant 15:02

35m ago15:02

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Uisce Éireann is being accused of working off "erroneous information" as it looks to build a sewage treatment plant near a popular West Clare tourist attraction.With the decision date looming for the water utility's application to construct a four-hectare development in the vicinity of Kilkee Cliff Walk, locals have launched a petition expressing o…

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True Colours - Episode 6 - Gerald Adams 12:54

4d ago12:54

12:54

True Colours - Episode 6 - Gerald Adams by Clare FMBy Clare FM

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In The Garden – Bee Friendly Flowering Perennials For Autumn 18:27

15m ago18:27

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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 some advice on bee friendly flowering perennials for autumn.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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Arts Slot: What’s On This Week – With County Arts Officer Siobhán Mulcahy 6:30

37m ago6:30

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Arts Officer Siobhán Mulcahy.Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week’s live events for entertainment lovers in Banner County.This week, Siobhán discussed the Sunrise Kirtan Mela in East Clare, Traditional music in Doolin, Tulla Music Weekend and much…

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Film Screening Of "A Priest's Testament" At Miltown Malbay Community Hall 7:21

4d ago7:21

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A renowned documentary on the story of Bernárd Lynch and his ministry to people with Aids in New York will be screened in Miltown Malbay tomorrow evening. The Community Hall there will show "A Priest's Testament", which was originally shot for Channel 4 27 years ago. To tell us more about it, Derrick Lynch was joined by Bernárd Lynch.…

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Audiology Medical Services Raising Awareness On Hearing Loss 6:44

1h ago6:44

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Mark Flynn is an Audiologist for Audiology Medical Services clinic in Ennis. There have been advancements in hearing technology offered to patients. It's important for early detection of hearing issues. Derrick Lynch was joined by the Audiologist for Audiology Medical Services clinic in Ennis, Mark Flynn.Photo (c): www.centrichealth.ie/services/gen…

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Blacksmith And Craft Festival Set To Take Place In Ennis 9:52

42m ago9:52

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Ennis will be the venue for a Blacksmith and Craft festival next weekend. Blacksmiths and local crafters, such as basket makers and woodturners will be demonstrating their skills at the Market Place. For more information on this, Derrick Lynch was joined by the organiser of the Blacksmith and Craft Festival, Guy Urbin.…

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MidWest Hospital Campaign Says Govt Has Failed Clare And Johnston Family 10:55

3d ago10:55

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It's claimed inaction from successive governments in the face of obvious and alarming issues at University Hospital Limerick has contributed to the death of Clare teenager Aoife Johnston. It follows the publication of former Chief Justice Frank Clarke's independent investigation, which found the circumstances of Aoife's death at UHL's Emergency Dep…

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SMB Manager Tommy Liddy After Clonlara Win 2:39

4d ago2:39

2:39

SMB Manager Tommy Liddy After Clonlara WinBy Clare FM

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Atlantic Tales - Equine Centred Services - Episode 177 49:43

1h ago49:43

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On this week’s Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn chats with Niamh Harney and Máire Kennedy from Equine Centred Services who are providing an innovative approach to personal development and mental health support, with the help of some unlikely partners – horses.By Clare FM

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Killaloe School "Honoured" To Be Among First To Offer Drama, Film And Theatres Studies 6:04

11m ago6:04

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The staff of an East Clare school says it's an honour to be chosen as one of the first schools in the country to offer a new Senior Cycle subject.St. Anne's Community College in Killaloe is one of 57 post-primary schools that have been selected to have Drama, Film and Theatre Studies as an optional subject for the Leaving Certificate from next year…

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Clare IFA Urges Government To Make ACRES Training Scheme Accessible To Local Farmers 9:32

13m ago9:32

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The Clare branch of the IFA is urging the Government to makes training schemes more accessible to farmers in this county.The mandatory training programme for farmers approved in the second tranche of the Agri Climate Rural Environment Scheme is now open, with 536 approved ACRES trainers located throughout the country.A total of 621 applications hav…

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