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On the Season 2 debut of Lost Cultures: Living Legacies , we travel to Bermuda, an Atlantic island whose history spans centuries and continents. Once uninhabited, Bermuda became a vital stop in transatlantic trade, a maritime stronghold, and a cultural crossroads shaped by African, European, Caribbean, and Native American influences. Guests Dr. Kristy Warren and Dr. Edward Harris trace its transformation from an uninhabited island to a strategic outpost shaped by shipwrecks, colonization, the transatlantic slave trade, and the rise and fall of empires. Plus, former Director of Tourism Gary Phillips shares the story of the Gombey tradition, a vibrant performance art rooted in resistance, migration, and cultural fusion. Together, they reveal how Bermuda’s layered past continues to shape its people, culture, and identity today. You can also find us online at ⁠travelandleisure.com/lostcultures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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The launch of this year’s Darkness Into Light will take place later today. Darkness Into Light sees communities come together to support mental health and prevent suicide. The 2025 edition of the event will happen in the early hours of Saturday, the 10th of May. The 2025 launch of Darkness into Light will take place at the Templegate Hotel on Thursday, 10th April at 7.30 pm. To find out more Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by Ennis Fine Gael Councillor, Mary Howard. Pic (c) https://www.pieta.ie/support-our-work/darkness-into-light/

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Éanna Rouine Remembered For His Uncontainable Enthusiasm For Life 4:05

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Éanna Rouine has been remembered as a man with endless enthusiasm that couldn't be contained. The Lahinch student passed away on Tuesday at St James Hospital in Dublin at just 20 years of age. His funeral was celebrated today at the at the Church of the Immaculate Conception Lahinch. Éanna was a multi-talented sportsman, having lined out for Ennistymon, UL and Clare throughout a glittering career. He was also an accomplished musician and a beach lifeguard for Clare County Council. His brother Dara says his many accomplishments are a testament to the fullness of his life.…

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Councillor Lambasts Quality Of Shannon Grass Cutting 5:57

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The quality of grass cutting in the Shannon area is said to be "nowhere near" as high as it was last year. Fine Gael Councillor Tony Mulcahy has criticised the standard of maintenance in the industrial town since the appointment of a new contractor earlier this year. Shannon Municipal District says the area has seen a "significant growth rate" in recent weeks and says it's received a quote for a non-pesticide weed treatment which could be trialled this summer is deemed appropriate. Councillor Mulcahy says he's observed very poor practice.…

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Gardaí Imploring Clare Motorists To Reduce Speed Amid Weekend Weather Forecast 6:23

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Gardaí are imploring Clare motorists to reduce their speed this weekend given the downpours forecast. With heavy rain expected overnight tonight, build ups of water are expected throughout the road network. Drivers are being warned that harsh breaking and acceleration can lead to skidding or aquaplaning and to instead drive at a lower speed and double the gap between the car in front of you. Clare Tipperary Roads Policing Superintendent Eddie Golden says a failure to slow down in adverse weather has been a factor in many collisions this year.…

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Beyond Belief - Sunday 1st June 2025 54:30

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Stephen Fletcher presents this Sunday's Beyond Belief on 1st June 2025. He travels to Fr Gerry Kenny's parish to discover St Senans Altar and Statue and finds out about a concert at St Josephs Church in Miltown Malbay given in aid of the Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. As students prepare for their leaving cert exams Fr Gerry and Stephen recall their own exam days with shocking revalations from one of them! Stephen also catches up with Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn and Sr Ann Crowley provides her Reflection for Ascension Day.…

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Sunday Prayer - Sunday 1st June 2025 13:27

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Clare is expected to reap the social and cultural benefits of four new flexible outdoor structures that have been rolled out throughout the county. The structures which are demountable and transportable involve both a seating and bandstand function and are currently located in Kilfenora, Newmarket-On-Fergus, Kilrush and Lees Road in Ennis. Funded by the Outdoor Public Space Scheme, the project aims to promote new ways to of experiencing arts, performance and social activities. Clarecastle Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom O'Callaghan believes it will enhance the festival season.…

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Jess Young - Irish Artist of the Week 7:25

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Jess Young, an Irish artist based in London making waves in the pop scene. Mentored by music legends Tom Allom (Black Sabbath) and Nigel Heath (Downton Abbey), her unreleased single "Wasted" was featured on major shows like Cold Feet, Marriage, and a hit US Netflix drama. Her debut solo single “Wilderness” (produced by Jungleboi) earned airplay and praise like “That’s got Bond theme written all over it.”. She’s also been spotlighted by Hot Press as ‘one to watch.’ Vocally, she draws comparisons to Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Stevie Nicks. Her track Heartbreak Vacation is an upbeat pop tune laced with a bass line and shimmering synths, and tells the true story of an artist's desperate attempt to remove herself from a toxic situation. It's a tale as old as time: Girl meets Boy, Girl recognizes Boy is a player, but it's too late and she's fallen for him and she can't get herself unstuck from him. Not until - she gets a ticket to an island far away to literally remove herself from the situation. Written with producer/ writer Mezz (James Blunt, Two Another) and up-and-coming pop star/ songwriter Michaela, Heartbreak Vacation is the first of a run of singles that Jess Young will be releasing in 2025 and 2026.…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 30-05-2025 1:46

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 30ú lá de mí Bealtaine, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1964 bhí an dul chun cinn mall de na cainteanna sa Bhruiséil. I 1975 bhí an rialtas cúisithe an oíche roimhe go raibh siad ag tabhairt neamhaird ar 52 míle daltaí a bhí chun an scoil a chríochnú. I 1964 d'oscail an tAire Oideachas Páirc Charbhán Ryan's I gCill Chaoi an tseachtain sin. I 1975 bhí an lán ceoltóirí in Inis an tseachtain sin ó gach áit in Éirinn agus daoine a raibh grá acu do cheol Éireannach. Sin B*Witched le C'Est La Vie – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1998 Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1964 chuaigh The Beatles chuig uimhir a haon sna cairteacha I Meiriceá lena amhrán Love Me Do. Bhí sé a cheathrú uimhir a haon I cúig mhí. An leagan a tháinig amach I Meiriceá bhí Andy White ag seinm na druma agus bhí Ringo ar an tambóirín agus an leagan a tháinig amach sa Bhreatain bhí Ringo Starr ag seinm na druma. I 1996 chuaigh Alan Whitaker ó Penzance ar Mastermind agus bhí a ábhar speisialta The Sex Pistols. Chuaigh sé chuig an bhabhta leathcheannais de bharr gur d'fhreagair sé 18 gceist cheart. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh Tom Morello I Meiriceá I 1964 agus rugadh amhránaí agus aisteoir Idina Menzel I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1971 agus seo chuid de amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh an tseachtain seo chugainn le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 30th of May, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1964: the council of ministers made slow progress in brussels talks. 1975: the gov was accused last night of turning its back on next months 52,000 school leavers. 1964: Ryans caravan park in kilkee was officially opened by the minister of Education on thursday evening. 1975: ennis played host to most of irelands musicians and all those who loved irish music over the previous weekend. That was B*witched with C'Est La Vie – the biggest song on this day in 1998 Onto music news on this day In 1964 The Beatles went to No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Love Me Do', the group's fourth US No.1 in five months. The version released in America had Andy White playing drums while Ringo played the tambourine. The British single was a take on which Ringo Starr played the drums. 1996 Alan Whitaker from Penzance appeared on the UK TV quiz show Mastermind, his specialist subject being the Sex Pistols. He won a place in the semi-final of the show answering all but one of the 18 questions correctly And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – Tom Morello was born in America in 1964 and singer Idina Menzel was born in America on this day in 1971 and this is one of her songs. I'll be back with you next week with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.…

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Sporting Fixtures Preview - May 30th 8:30

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To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch. Games Previewed: All-Ireland SFC: Monaghan v Clare (Sunday, Clones, 4pm) All-Ireland MHC Quarter-Final: Galway v Clare (Sunday, FBD Semple Stadium, 3pm)

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A warning has been issued that the inclement weather forecast for the weekend poses unique dangers in Clare's coastal areas. There's been a 10% increase in drownings so far this year and ahead of the June Bank Holiday Weekend, the Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are urging the public to take extra precaution in and around the water. Water users are being advised to check the weather and tides, be aware of rip currents, swim with others, wear a buoyancy aid and let someone ashore know your estimated return time. Lifeboat Press Officer with Kilrush RNLI, Charlie Glynn, says having local knowledge is essential.…

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Village Tour: Season 2, Episode 22 - Cranny 39:07

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It is time for the twenty-second episode of our second season of The Village Tour. 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 diversity and individuality to life for you, the listener. During each episode of The Village Tour, Alan chatted with various people from a particular village or townland in Clare: from locals and business owners to those involved with local sports clubs, community representatives and many more. In our latest episode of The Village Tour, Alan paid a visit to Cranny.…

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Clare Mela Returns To Shannon Town Park 7:54

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A free arts event celebrating culture is returning to Shannon this bank holiday weekend. Clare Mela 2025 will take place in Shannon Town Park on Monday, the 2nd of June, from 12-5:30pm. The award-winning event will include spectacular performances, aerial acts, street theatre, live music, and lots more. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Creative director of Fidget Feet, Chantal McCormick and Chairperson of Shannon Tidy Towns, Derek Clune. Photo(C): Clare FM…

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World No Tobacco Day 14:09

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Tomorrow (Saturday, May 31st) is World No Tobacco Day. Clare County Council is reinforcing its commitment to protecting children's health by expanding the ‘Not Around Us’ campaign across all council-owned playgrounds. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Healthy Clare Co-ordinator, Clare County Council, Samantha McCarthy and Rory Hickey from Éire Óg Inis GAA club. Need Support to Quit Smoking? Visit HSE Quit Services HSE QUIT Mid West is your free, local QUIT service. From setting a QUIT date until you are 12 months smoke free QUIT Mid West offers in-person, telephone / telehealth support and free NRT if you sign up to the programme. Everyone who uses the QUIT service is given a stop smoking advisor to guide them on their QUIT journey. QUIT Mid West can be contacted on 065 6865841 / Email quit.midwest@hse.ie Photo(C): Clare FM…

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Remembering Éanna Rouine 14:54

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The funeral takes place this weekend of 20-year-old Éanna Rouine, who passed away on Tuesday. The Ennistymon GAA clubman was a talented athlete who played for Clare and University of Limerick teams as well as his local club. He was also an accomplished musician and beach lifeguard. Books of condolence have opened at the West Clare Municipal District Office on the Ennis Road in Ennistymon and Áras Contae an Chláir on New Road in Ennis and members of the public have been invited to sign it. Éanna will be laid to rest on Sunday following funeral mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Lahinch. He is survived by his parents John and Caitríona, brothers Eoin and Dara and sister Bríd-Áine. To remember Éanna, Alan Morrissey was joined by Chair of Ennistymon GAA Club, Shane Talty and Des Forde, Lahinch Parish Priest Rev.…

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Over 2,500 patients presented at University Hospital Limerick's Emergency Department with mental health concerns last year. On average 211 people attended the ED with a mental health crisis every single month last year, with the greatest number of patients seen in May with 261 and the fewest in September with 174. HSE MidWest says it provides a 24-hour crisis liason service at UHL, which involves a specialist team of nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. Shannon Banks Sinn Féin Councillor and HSE Regional Health Forum West Member James Ryan says many patients have to turn to the private sector due to lengthy waiting lists.…

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The Minister for Agriculture insists payments will be made to Clare farmers for non-productive investments under the ACRES scheme no later than September. A non-productive investment, or NPI, is a small-scale environmental action like the creation of field margins, wild bird cover or the planting of trees. Speaking in the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Agriculture and Food, Bodyke Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney says some farmers in the likes of the Burren and the Slieve Aughty Mountains are waiting two-and-a-half years for payments. Fine Gael's Martin Heydon says progress is being made.…

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West Clare Youth Disability Dietitian Roles Unfilled For Last 18 Months 3:45

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It's claimed Clare children with disabilities are being forced to travel well beyond the county bounds for basic care. It follows revelations that two funded dietitian posts for the West Clare Children's Disability Network Team have remained unfilled for the past 18 months, The roles concerned involve Senior Dietitian post and one Staff Grade Dietitian post that would normally assist children aged 0-18 years. Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan the HSE needs to prioritise recruitment of these roles with urgency.…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 29-05-2025 1:52

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 29ú lá de mí Bealtaine, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1971 dúradh go mbeadh stailc ann de 400 oibreoirí ESB agus dá mbeidís chun an stailc a dhéanamh go mbeadh 140 míle custaiméirí chun a leictreachas a chailleadh. I 1987 bhí ráflaí ann go mbeadh laghdú sa phraghas I bpeitreal agus bhí an Rialtas na hEorpa ag labhairt faoi. I 1987 tháinig an nuacht amach go mbeadh an t-aonad máithreachais chun dúnadh I Cahercalla de bharr gearradh siar. I 1998 tháinig an nuacht amach go bhfuair timpeall 8,500 feirmeoirí ón chontae timpeall 50 milliúin punt I maoiniú ó coimisiúin na hEorpa chun cúiteamh do gach rud a chaill siad faoin pholaisí talmhaíochta. Sin The Tamperer agus Maya le Feel It – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1998. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1992 bhí daoine buartha go raibh páistí sa Sacred Heart I New Jersey ag aitheantais mar Freddie Mercury, rinne siad an cinneadh gan We Are The Champions ó Queen a canadh ag an searmanas bronnta. I 2002 nocht siad mósáic sa mhúsaem The Beatles Story a bhí 16 troigh a bhí dearadh ag John Lennon. Bhí an mósáic pháirteach de linn snámha John Lennon ina dteach I Surrey nuair a bhí sé ina chónaí ann ó 1964 go dtí 1968. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh amhránaí Noel Gallagher sa Bhreatain I 1967 agus rugadh amhránaí Mel B sa Bhreatain ar an lá seo I 1975 agus seo chuid de amhrán. Beidh mé ar ais libh amárach le heagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo. Welcome back to another edition of Ar An Lá Seo on the 29th of May, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1971: strike action by 400 esb engineers a tactic that wouldve left 140,000 consumers without power supplies had been deferred. 1987: a strong hint of a drop in petrol prices currently amongst the highest in europe was given by the government last night. 1987: maternity unit closure in cahercalla agreed in new health cutback deal. 1998: last year about 8,500 clare farmers recieved an estimated £50 million in grants and subsidies from the european commission to compensate for losses under the common agricultural policy. That was The Tamperer with Feel It – the biggest song on this day in 1998 Onto music news on this day In 1992 Concerned that some pupils were overly identifying with Freddie Mercury, the sacred heart School in Clifton New Jersey decided not to sing the Queen song 'We Are The Champions', at their Graduation Ceremony. 2002 A 16ft by 6ft mosaic designed by John Lennon went on display at The Beatles Story museum in Liverpool. The mosaic had been built into Lennon's swimming pool at his Kenwood home in Surrey where he lived between 1964 and 1968. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – singer Noel Gallagher was born in the UK in 1967 and singer Mel B was born in The UK on this day in 1975 and this is one of her songs. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.…

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Clare TD Corrects Dáil Record Following "Woeful" British Army Comments 6:04

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A Clare TD has corrected the Dáil record following what he's admitted was a "woeful" factual inaccuracy in a contribution made yesterday. Speaking during a debate on measures the Government can take in light of the ongoing Israeli war on Gaza, Meelick Fianna Fáil Deputy Cathal Crowe said the British army has never retaliated to the actions of Irish republican paramilitary groups by "bombing or shooting the civilian population of Ireland". Addressing the Dáil this morning, Deputy Crowe apologised to "the victims of British state terror and atrocities". He's been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons he didn't realise what he said yesterday until he was presented with a transcript late last night.…

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Maureen O’Neill Regan Winner Of The Local Hero Award 2025 4:18

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The Best of Clare Awards 2025 in association with Ei Electronics will take place on Friday, the 30th of May at the Old Ground Hotel. The winner of this year's Local Hero Award is Maureen O’Neill Regan, the President of the County Clare Association of New York. Maureen, a proud native New Yorker with deep roots in Labasheeda through her late father, has long been a passionate ambassador for County Clare in the United States. As President of the New York Clare Association, Maureen has dedicated decades to preserving and promoting Clare’s rich heritage, culture, and tourism. Through her tireless efforts, the saffron and blue of Clare have flown high at St. Patrick’s Day parades, Irish festivals, and cultural events across New York. Her unwavering commitment ensures that Clare’s spirit continues to thrive across the U.S. On Thursday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke with Maureen O’Neill Regan to ask her what it felt like to win the Local Hero award. Photo(C): Clare FM…

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Seán Collins Releases Debut Single 'A Step Into The Dark' 9:02

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Sean Collins is a singer/songwriter from Dublin with familial connections to Clare. Sean released his debut single ‘A Step Into The Dark’ earlier this month. He will play his first headline show in Clare on Saturday, the 31st of May at the Cultúrlann Sweeney in Kilkee. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dublin singer-songwriter, Seán Collins. Photo(C): Clare FM…

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Fleadh Nua 2025: Socks In The Frying Pan 8:48

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Socks in the Frying Pan are back! The traditional trio from Ennis are coming off the back of another sold out tour of the US and the success of their latest, fifth studio album, Waiting for Inspiration. The lads are preparing to play a special show at Glór this Saturday, the 31st of May at 8pm as part of Fleadh Nua in the County Town. Aodán Coyne, Shane Hayes and Fiachra Hayes joined Alan Morrissey live in-studio on Thursday's Morning Focus. Photo(C): Clare FM…

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Most Common Drug Cocaine Accounts For 40 Percent Of All Drug Treatment Cases 10:25

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The Clare Federation Of The ICA Marks 80th Anniversary 7:54

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The Clare Federation of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA) is marking its 80 years as a Federation soon. They will be holding a Gala Dinner in the Woodstock Hotel, Ennis on the 6th of June. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare Federation President, Mary O'Halloran. Photo(C): https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=506340954858567&set=a.449677633858233…

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