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Family Of Late Emer O'Loughlin Call For Fresh Review Into Her Murder Investigation
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The family of a Clare woman murdered 17 years ago is calling for a reivew of the Garda investigation into her death. Pamela and Johnny O'Loughlin have been telling Clare FM's Morning Focus that they questioned the Garda investigation at the time and are calling for a review.By Clare FM
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Midwest Hospitals Campaign 'Hopeful' Of Negotiations Into Reopening Ennis A&E Beginning
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The Midwest Hospitals Campaign say they're hopeful an expert group looking into overcrowding issues at University Hospital Limerick may advise on reopening further A&E departments across the region.Ballyvaughan native and former general election candidate Noeleen Moran has been telling Clare FM's Josh Prenderville that reopening some services in th…
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Fiacre Hensey Speaking With Clare FM's Morning Focus About Pandemic Bonus Payment
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Fresh calls have been made in Clare for clarity on when community carers will receive their pandemic bonus payment.Barefield-based CEO of the National Community Care Network, Fiacre Hensey, has been telling Clare FM's Morning Focus that the longer the delays continue, the less the gesture will mean when it is eventually paid.…
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Financial Barrier Preventing Undocumented Migrants From Seeking Irish Residency
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The Co-ordinator of the Clare Immigrant Support Network believes the cost of applying to the regularisation scheme could be preventing some undocumented migrants from seeking legal status. Orla Ní Éilí, co-ordinator of Clare's Immigrant Support Network has been telling Clare FM's Morning Focus that three of the applications they've helped with have…
On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Catherine Ryan, from Ennis to talk about her story of going through menopause and the symptoms that followed.Alan was later joined by Dr. Mary Ryan, Consultant Endocrinologist to provide further insight into menopause including advice and the main supports available.…
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Regional Health Forum Calls For Reversal Of ED Closures In Ennis, Nenagh & St John's
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Members of the HSE's Regional Health Forum West have officially called on the UL Hospitals Group to reverse the closure of emergency departments in Ennis, Nenagh and St John's Hospitals.Lahinch-based Green Party Councillor Liam Grant, who jointly tabled the motion, ha been telling Clare FM's Josh Prenderville that while he'll accept the offer of a …
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Chair Designate Of Shannon Group Appearing Before Oireachtas Transport Committee Today
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The new Chair Designate of Shannon Group is set to be formally ratified in the role following an appearance before the Oireachtas Transport Committee today.Member of the committee and Mountshannon Fianna Fáil Senator Timmy Dooley has told Clare FM's Rebecca O'Sullivan that it's important to establish a collaborative relationship with the new chair.…
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Warnings Food Chain Could 'Slow Down' As Mounting Costs Face Farmers
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The Clare Chair of the IFA is warning that the entire food chain is set to 'slow down' due to mounting costs for farmers.Clare Chair of the IFA, Tom Lane and General Secretary of the ICSA, Eddie Punch have been telling Clare FM's Morning Focus that farmers are ending up more out of pocket than others due to being locked into fixed price schemes.…
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Clare GRA Rep Warns Of Shortfall Of Gardaí If Pace Of Recruitment Isn't Stepped Up
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Clare's GRA representative is warning that the county could face a shortfall in Gardaí, if steps aren't taken to ensure recruitment targets are met.Clare representative, Garda Paul Crowley has been telling Clare FM's Fiona Cahill that an increasing number of Gardaí are retiring earlier in this county and elsewhere and now is the time to take steps …
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No Need To Panic About Monkeypox According To Clare Infectious Disease Expert
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A Clare native Infectious Diseases expert is hopeful that the Monkeypox virus can be eradicated.The former Head of the School of Life Sciences at the University of Nottingham has been telling Clare FM's Morning Focus there's no indication it's going to become suddenly very common.By Clare FM
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Are Government Retrofitting Grants Cutting It?
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Clare's Green Party Senator insists the Government's retrofitting programme is fit for purpose. It follows criticism from Ireland South MEP Seán Kelly that we won't meet our carbon emissions targets under the current system. Senator Garvey told Clare FM's Morning Focus that the government are also moving towards offering low interest 'green loans' …
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Morning Focus Visits The Poor Clares In Ennis
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The Poor Clares is a religious order of nuns founded by St. Clare of Assisi in the early 13th century.On Tuesday's Morning Focus, you could hear Alan Morrissey's visitto the Poor Clare Monastery in Ennis, located at Francis St.Alan interviewed three of the nuns to find out more about them and the order.…
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Ukrainian Artist Auctions Her Paintings In Aid Of Ukrainian Crisis Centre Ireland
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Liudmyla Sikorska, Ukrainian Artist has decided to auction a number of her paintings in order to support the work of the Ukrainian Crisis Centre Ireland.The auction - Art for Ukraine will be held in the Old Ground Hotel on Thursday May 26th at 7 p.m.On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by Liudmyla Sikorska, Artist and Cou…
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Ennis N.S Hosts A Coffee Morning To Welcome New Ukrainian Students
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Ennis National School recently welcomed 19 Ukrainian children.Parents of children attending the school hosted a coffee morning to make everyone feel welcome.On Tuesday's Morning Focus, you could hear all about Alan Morrissey's visit to the gathering that was held in the PE hall at Ennis National school.…
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Ballycannon Residents Disappointed Over Communication On Wastewater Works
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Residents in a South East Clare housing estate are 'disappointed' that they weren't updated by Irish Water on the progress of vital wastewater treatment works.Homeowner in Ballycannon Heights, Majella Sheehan has told Clare FM's Morning FOcus she's 'disturbed' that Irish Water didn't let them know that construction work would not begin this year.…
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Clare's Shane O'Donnell After Munster SHC Win Over Waterford
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Clare's Shane O'Donnell After Munster SHC Win Over WaterfordBy Clare FM
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Ciara Grogan Speaking With Clare FM's Derek Dormer After All Ireland Camogie Draw With Tipperary
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Clare's Ciara Grogan Speaking With Clare FM's Derek Dormer After All Ireland Camogie Draw With TipperaryBy Clare FM
On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Siobhan Mulcahy, County Arts Office to chat about the programme of events over the coming days and weeks from the world of Arts & Culture.By Clare FM
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Ennis Based President Of Tesla Owners Of Ireland Discusses Missions To Ukraine
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Tesla Owners of Ireland is an organisation of around 1,500 drivers of Tesla vehicles in this country.On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by John Casey, Ennis based President of Tesla Ireland to talk about the lengths they have gone to in order to help bring Ukrainians to Ireland from their war-torn country.…
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Family Of Laura Brennan "Could Finally Have Closure" Following Announcement On HPV Vaccine
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The family of the late Laura Brennan says they could finally have closure and put their campaign to rest.It follows the announcement by the Health Minister that all women under 25 will be offered the HPV vaccine for free.Laura's parents, Larry and Bernie as well as Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway spoke on Clare FM's Morning Focus about the news.…
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Shannon Hackney Driver Has 'Reduced Standard Of Living' Due To Rising Fuel Costs
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A Shannon hackney driver says he and others in his profession now have a 'reduced standard of living' due to ongoing rising fuel costs.Sean McLoughlin, who's a hackney driver based in Shannon, has told Clare FM he's tried to keep prices as low as possible on account of international tourists returning to Clare this summer.…
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Fleadh Nua Returns To Ennis After Two Year Hiatus
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The Fleadh Nua festival is returning to Ennis this weekend after a two-year hiatus. Committee Member, Micheál Ó Riabhaigh has told Clare FM's Morning Focus that they're delighted to be back in business post-pandemic.By Clare FM
On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tom Stewart, Keane’s Garden Centre to chat about companion planting.Companion planting is when plants are grown together to benefit one or both plants. Tom also gave a simple guide on how to grow Hydrangea Paniculata.Photo (c) Keane's Garden Centre…
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Local Postmaster Believes Gov Payment Of €1,000 Could Keep Post Offices Open
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A North Clare postmaster says a potential Government subvention for the post office network could allay fears of potential widespread closures across the country.Speaking with Clare FM's Josh Prenderville, Ennistymon postmaster and local Fianna Fail Councillor Shane Talty believes there's still a public desire to maintain a strong post office netwo…
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Visually Impaired Clare Woman Doing VHI Mini Marathon
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Claire Cassidy who is visually impaired will be taking part in the VHI Women's Mini Marathon in Dublin on the 5th of June, guided by Debbie to raise funds for NCBI and Clare Haven Services.For more on this, on Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Claire Cassidy, Visually Impaired, from Ennis and Debby Fitzpatrick, National Council f…
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Availability Of HPV Vaccine To All Women Under 25 "A Fitting Tribute To Laura Brennan"
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The availability of the HPV vaccine to all women under 25 free of charge has been described as a fitting tribute to the menory and legacy of the phenomenal work of the late Laura Brennan.Clare Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway, who's his party's Seanad spokesperson on Health has been telling Clare FM's Fiona Cahill that the best way to remember Laura…
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Clare Joint Camogie Manager John Carmody After Tipperary Draw
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Clare Senior Hurling Manager Brian Lohan After Waterford Munster SHC Win
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Beyond Belief - Sunday 22nd May 2022
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This week on Beyond Belief we hear from our Rome Correspondent, Colm Flynn, who has just returned from war torn Ukraine where he witnessed first hand the work of Priests and Religious providing humanitarian and spiritual relief on the ground. He also participated in the International Military Pilgrimage in Lourded where he explored the idea of Mora…
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Atlantic Tales - 22nd May - Ballyvaughan Market - Podcast
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Atlantic Tales - 22nd May - Ballyvaughan Market - Podcast by Clare FMBy Clare FM
Fr Brendan Quinlivan leads this week's Sunday PrayerBy Clare FM
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Ennis Protest Over Midwest Hospital Services
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A crowd gathered in Ennis this afternoon to demonstrate against chronic overcrowding at the region's main hospital.The Midwest Hospitals Campaign is calling for Ennis General Hospital to be upgraded to a model three hospital and for the Emergency Department in the county town to be reopened, as Clare Fm's Fiona Cahill reports.…
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Clare FM Sideline View Friday May 20th 2022
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Coming up on the show:Another busy weekend in store, and a busy show to reflect that with lots to get through over the course of the next hour.Minor hurling, senior hurling, camogie, athletics and greyhounds all on the menu, so plenty to get involved with.By Clare FM
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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch Speaking To Ciara Grogan On Clare V Tipperary Camogie Championship
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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch Speaking To Ciara Grogan On Clare V Tipperary Camogie ChampionshipBy Clare FM
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Cyril Lyons Speaking With Clare FM's Derrick Lynch On Clare V Galway MHC
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Cyril Lyons Speaking With Clare FM's Derrick Lynch On Clare V Galway MHCBy Clare FM
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Calls For Council To Play Pivotal Role In Preparations For Women's Irish Open At Dromoland
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A South East Clare Councillor is calling on the local authority to ensure sufficient supports are in place to maximise the potential of the Women's Irish Open being held at Dromoland Castle.Newmarket-on-Fergus Councillor Pat McMahon has been telling Clre FM's Rebecca O'Sullivan the Council should play a pivotal part in the months leading up to the …
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MidWest Hospital Campaign Hold Protest In Ennis
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The MidWest Hospital Campaign is asking the public to turn out in their droves to show their support for their protest on Saturday.Member of the campaign, Ennistymon native Marie McMahon has been telling Clare FM's Rebecca O'Sullivan they won't give up the fight.By Clare FM
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Calls For Clare Grave Bye Laws To Be Examined To Facilitate Urn Burials
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A South East Clare Councillor believes the local authority needs to examine its bye-laws surrounding permitting urns to be buried in the county's graveyards.Sixmilebridge-based Fianna Fail Councillor Alan O' Callaghan has been telling Clare FM's Josh Prenderville why he thinks the laws will need to be changed.…
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Credit Union CEO Warns Excessive Wage Demands Will Compound Inflation
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The CEO of Ennis' Credit Union is warning that excessive wage demands will lead to greater inflation.Louis Fay of St Francis Credit Union has been telling Clare FM's Morning Focus that could make matters worse, saying the right balance needs to be struck.By Clare FM
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12 Locations In Clare Retain Blue Flag And Green Coast Status
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Twelve locations in Clare have retained their Blue Flag and Green Coast status.Clare's Water Safety Officer, Clare McGrath has been telling Clare FM's Fiona Cahill that it's a big boost for the county.By Clare FM
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"Clare's Domestic Tourism Success Last Year Should Be Taken With Pinch Of Salt" - Lally
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The Chair of Clare's Tourism Advisory Forum is warning that the county's success in the domestic tourism market last year should be taken with a pinch of salt.Sean Lally, Co-owner of Hotel Woodstock in Ennis, told Clare FM's Morning Focus that the limitations placed on international travel by the Covid-19 pandemic and our abundance of self-catering…
On Friday's Morning Focus Alan was joined by Eddie Lenihan, storyteller and author.Eddie has released a new book 'The Man in the Big House' which details the memories of Jimmy Armstrong, who was a patient at Ennis Psychiatric Hospital.Eddie will hold a booking signing at The Ennis Bookshop on Saturday May 28th at 2pm.…
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"People Like Me Are Hiding"-Domestic Abuse Victim Shares Her Story
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On Friday's Morning Focus Alan spoke to 'Julia' who is a victim of domestic abuse. If, like 'Julia', you are or have been a victim of domestic abuse, you can contact: Clare Haven Services- 065-6822435Women's Aid National Freephone Helpline- 1800 341900By Clare FM
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Domestic Tourists Staying Longer In Clare Than Almost Anywhere Else
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The latest figures from the Central Statistics Office show that domestic tourists stayed longer in Clare on average than in all but one other county in 2021.Kilkee Fianna Fáil Councillor and Co-founder of Loop Head Tourism, Cillian Murphy Speaking has been telling Clare FM's Rebecca O'Sullivan that the county's surplus in self-catering accommodatio…
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Clare TD Accuses Govt Of Not Doing Enough To Clear Apprenticeships Backlog
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Michael McNamara And Niall Collins Speaking In The Dáil On Apprenticeship BacklogsBy Clare FM
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Taste Of The Week - Stuffed Buffalo Tomatoes
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On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Fergus O’Sullivan, Ennis Chef.This week Fergus spoke about a vegetarian main course. The stuffed buffalo tomatoes can be served with spicy rice and lentils.By Clare FM
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New Shannon President Hopeful Other Airlines Will Follow Ryanair's Lead And Invest In Shannon
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The newly appointed President of Shannon Chamber has expressed confidence that a ten million euro investment by Ryanair will provide a spin off for other companies in the area.The airline has this week confirmed it will open a new maintenance facility in the Shannon Free Zone.Picture (c)Arthur EllisBy Clare FM
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Roisin Garvey Speaking To Clare FM's Rebecca O'Sullivan About National Maternity Hospital
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Clare's Green Party Senator is confident the coalition won't collapse after the expulsion of two TD's.Green Party TD's Neasa Hourigan and Patrick Costello lost the party whip last night after voting against the Government to back a non-binding Sinn Fein motion calling for the National Maternity Hospital to be built on public land. Inagh Senator Rói…
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‘Down Memory Lane’ Preserving the Memories of County Clare’s Past for the Future
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Cuimhneamh an Chláir's is getting ready to host its first in-person event for over 2 years.The event will take place in Inagh Community Centre on Thursday 26th May 2022 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. To find out more, on Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Geraldine Greene, Cloonanaha, Inagh/Kilnamona, Curator of the event and Leonard Mc…