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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 17ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1978 mharaíodh dhá fhear ó Thiobraid Árann I dhá thimpiste bóthair dhifriúil. I 1982 bhí na poitigéir timpeall an tír ag agóidíocht I gcoinne an rialtas de bharr gur ghearr siad siar ar leigheas saor in aisce. I 1993 bhí lá caife ag dul ar aghaidh don Irish Hospice Movement agus bhí siad ag súil le níos mó ná 441 míle punt a dhéanamh. Bhí Mattie Ryan ag súil le a lán daoine an lá sin chun caife a cheannach do phunt amháin agus dúirt sé go mbeadh an t-airgead iomlán ag fanacht sa chontae. I 1994 imir Béal an Átha cluiche iontach sa dara leath agus bhuaigh siad a chéad faoi 21 teideal agus chaill Buiríos Ó Luigeach I Toomevara. Sin 10cc le Dreadlock Holiday – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1978. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1952 tháinig The BBC amach ag rá nach raibh siad chun amhrán Bill Haley and His Comets, Rockin Through The Rye a sheinm de bharr go raibh sé ag dul in aghaidh cultúr sa Bhreatain leis an liric All the lassies rock with me when rockin through the rye. I 1964 I rith turas cheol I Meiriceá – chan The Beatles ag an Stad Municipal I Kansas. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Danny Ramirez I Meiriceá I 1992 agus rugadh aisteoir Danielle Brooks I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1989 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sí. 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 17th of September, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1978: 2 Co. Tipperary men were killed in seperate road accidents. 1982: Chemists throughout the country are protesting against Governemnt cutbacks on free medicine. 1993 - The Irish will try to drink themselves into the record books. The Irish Hospice Movement were holding an all-Ireland Coffee Day, when they hoped to better the record of £441,000 set by the British on a coffee day last year. In Co. Tipperary, Thurles jeweller, Mr Mattie Ryan, of Liberty Square, Thurles, is hoping as many as possible will register with him for the record attempt and cups of coffee can be bought for £1, and the money raised would stay in Co. Tipperary.  1994 - With a tremendous display of guts and determination, Ballina put in an almighty second-half display to capture their first-ever North U-21 'B' title at the expense of Borris-Ileigh following the thrilling showdown at Toomevara expense.  That was 10cc with Dreadlock Holiday – the biggest song on this day in 1978 Onto music news on this day In 1956 The BBC announced the removal of Bill Haley and His Comets' ‘Rockin' Through The Rye' from its playlist because they felt the song went against traditional British standards, (and included the lyrics "All the lassies rock with me when rockin' through the rye"). 1964 During a US tour The Beatles appeared at the Municipal Stadium in Kansas City. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actor Danny Ramirez was born in America in 1992 and actress Danielle Brooks was born in America on this day in 1989 and this is some of the stuff she has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Westlife to be featured on Stamps! - Ballina Tidy Towns robbed - Presidential Election - Orla Foley on coping with the death of her brother Anthony Foley

Welcome flogs to our favourite day of the week Friday. This week we bring you F@ck Salmon where Buster recalls the time where one of the loves of his life is ruined by salmon.We have Brads Butcher from Ballina hitting us with some of his best banners, can he knock off the Sausage king?They guys discuss in great detail, what is the best Side Dish?Gibbo explains the new age art of being a "Hotwife"....... Does Kirby finally beat the boys with Real news, Fake news after their perfect start? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Killaloe and Ballina have a striking new landmark thanks to Resonance Lough Derg and an acclaimed, international street artist. The landmark, a glowing mural of the Salmon of Knowledge is the work of London-based artist David Speed. It marks the countdown to the next Resonance Lough Derg Festival, a micro-festival of ideas, art, and performance taking place across multiple venues in February 2026. Alan Morrisey was joined by Steve Coakley, Chairperson of Resonance Lough Derg to find out more.

Thursday's Morning Focus broadcasted live from the Killaloe library as part of Clare FM's Summer Tour. Alan Morrissey kicked off the show with his first guest, Brian McCarthy, Senior Planner and Coordinator with the Killaloe Municipal District. Brian provided an overview of the district, explaining how the Killaloe MD operates. Fresh doubt has been cast on the project as the Friends of the Irish Environment launched a new High Court challenge over the wastewater connection granted by Uisce Éireann. Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Daly shared his view that the challenge should be dismissed, while environmental activist Tony Lowes, one of the directors of the Friends of the Irish Environment, joined Alan Morrissey for a further discussion. Local heritage was celebrated with Arlene White, Chair of the Killaloe-Ballina Local History Society. Alan highlighted tourism in the area with Margaret O'Donnell from the Killaloe Tourist Office. A meeting took place between the Midwest couple Melanie and Barry Cleary and the Health Minister Jennifer Carroll MacNeill, six years after the tragic death of their daughter, Eve. Melanie Cleary spoke with Alan about the meeting. Jessica O'Keeffe from Clare Sports Partnership outlined the upcoming Clare Outdoor Recreation Plan and opportunities for local clubs, trails, and water-based activities. While, Aldo Andreucetti from Clare County Council spoke about the Fáilte Ireland Platforms for Growth sports activity facility in Ballycuggaran.  Paddy Collins from Ballina Riverside Pool also joined the show. Local business voices included Cathal Quin of Flanagan's on the Lake, Ballina and Catriona Devereux, owner of Mother Goose Creche, with Margaret Coleman, in-house chef. Alan also welcomed traditional Irish singer Deirdre Scanlan, who performed live and shared stories from her career as an All-Ireland champion and international performer. The Clare Women in Business segment featured Pat Flynn visiting Tubber to meet Niamh Baker, co-owner of the Burren Inn, discussing her entrepreneurial journey.

After the bye week, we are back and refreshed ready to take on the remainder of 2025 and the racing calendar is stacked across the endurance world! Constructive feedback is the life of a coach, and we always have plenty for others and ourselves, it's a two-way street.  Clayonti Fettilaniece joins us from a sodden Ballina and hands the phone to an IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion, what a boon! Not sure when Greg is starting his breaking 85 journey, but we can be sure it hasn't started just yet. Join the tribe. www.koasports.com.au

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 7ú lá de mí Lúnasa, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1970 bhí pléasc mhór in áit scoite I gCorcaigh an mhaidin sin. Dúradh go raibh sé feiste phléascadh a rinne cúpla daoine óga sa bhaile. I 1981 bhí na príosúnaigh timpeall an tír ar stailc ocrais mar go raibh siad ag iarradh rudaí níos fearr sa phríosúin. I 1998 cuireadh deich ríomhaire ar bun sa halla pobail I Glengoole le níos mó ná 50 duine ag fáil traenáil ríomhaire. Bhí na daoine a raibh ina chónaí I Glengoole ag iarradh foghlaim faoi conas an ríomhaire a úsáid agus eolais a fháil faoi theicneolaíocht. I 2010 ghabh na Gardaí I gCill Dalua bád a bhí ag déanamh ionramhálacha dainséarach ar Lough Derg I rith an deireadh seachtain. Bhí ceithre dhuine ar an mbád agus ghabh na Gardaí é timpeall Béal an Átha mar bhí tuairisc ann gur nach mór bhuail sé bád eile ar an loch. Sin Snap le Rhythm Is A Dancer – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1992. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1971 shroich The Bee Gees uimhir a haon I Meiriceá lena hamhrán How Can You Mend A Broken Heart agus d'fhan siad ann ar feadh ceithre seachtain. I 2008 dhíol culaith aonphíosa péacóg Elvis Presley do 300 míle dollar ag ceant. Ag an am bhí sé an t-earra cuimhneacháin is costasach ó Elvis a dhíol ag ceant riamh. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Charlize Theron san Aifric Theas I 1975 agus rugadh aisteoir Maggie Wheeler I Meiriceá ar an lá seo I 1961 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sí. 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 7th of August, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1970: A loud explosion was set off in a secluded area in the early hours of the morning in Cork. it was reported that the homemade explosive device was set off by local youths. 1981: Prisoners carried out a hunger strike in pursuit of numerous demands. 1998 - Ten computers were set up at Glengoole Community Hall with over fifty participants benefiting from computer training. The people of Glengoole and surrounding parishes were busy tapping on the keyboard, playing with the mouse and getting to grips with the jargon which surrounds the world of information technology.  2010 - GARDAI m Killaloe seized a cruise boat which had been reported to be engaging in dangerous manoeuvres on Lough Derg over the weekend. The boat, which had four people on board, was seized after it berthed in Ballina following a report that it almost swamped another boat that was on the lake.  That was Snap with Rhythm Is A Dancer – the biggest song on this day in 1992 Onto music news on this day In 1971 The Bee Gees started a four-week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'How Can You Mend A Broken Heart'. 2008 Elvis Presley's peacock jumpsuit, was sold at auction for $300,000, making it the most expensive piece of Elvis memorabilia ever sold at an auction. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actress Charlize Theron was born in South Africa in 1975 and actress Maggie Wheeler was born in America on this day in 1961 and this is some of the stuff she has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Retired detective Glenn Taylor who has worked harder on Bronwyn’s case than any other police officer faces a problem. Will his video-taped formal interview in Ballina’s police station in 1998 with murder suspect Jon Winfield be ruled out in the event of any prosecution? Lawyers and police say it is on the cards because Jon was not cautioned by police that he had a legal right to silence. Glenn believes that damning evidence from the interview ‘should’ be admissible in a future prosecution – but he agrees it will be up to a judge to decide. Legendary former Sydney detective Michael Drury highlights what he describes as a disturbing ‘pattern of alibi construction’ by Jon, who denies wrongdoing. Chrystal ceases all contact with her Uncle Andy, who blames the Winfield family for the rift. Read more about this case and see photographs, maps, timelines and more at bronwynpodcast.com. If you have information which may help solve this cold case, you can contact our team confidentially by emailing bronwyn@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this morning's show... Johnny Luby offers his take on the week that was... A protest against changes to the Old Bridge, set to take place in Ballina tonight... A damning report on the Garda Traffic Corp Survivalist and Bushcraft Guru Tom Ban will discuss the fear of the outdoors... The new ASTI President Padraig Curley will join us on his first official day in the role... Is there life outside of earth? Our Friday Panel will unpack the hot topics of the week..

From Texas to Tarmacking. From sourdough to Sligo. It's Istanbullocks. You've been warnedRay's lost in a fairy ring somewhere west of Galway, Morgan Freeman's reads a tennis poem ''Balls'' and segues into Sue Barker fantasies, while Liam Neeson is pitching Breaking Bread — a Ballymena crime drama about a sick chemistry teacher who illegally peddles gluten-free soda farls - any similarities with Breaking Bad are purely coincidental. Aye right!Jorma holds the fort in Crete with tales of Greek bureaucracy, how his singing could lead to a Welsh Bafta, and an Irish DJ argues with a Jack Russell about WB Yeats. Plus music from Gorilla Radio and a restraining order from a woman in Ballina, who's been the victim of lingerie theft.#ComedyPodcast #IrishComedy #Britishcomedy #Comedypodcast #SurrealHumour #LiamNeeson #MorganFreeman #SueBarker #Wimbledon2025 #BreakingBadSpoof #LibertyHillTexas #PodcastRecommendations #IndiePodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

traditional musician and singer songwriter hailing from Ballina popped over to drop in to PA and Tom for a chat. https://deirdrescanlan.com/ Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 12th July 2025 hosted by Patricia Anne Moore and Tom Hanley. as broadcast from the Killaloe Ballina Family Resource Centre, the Green, Killaloe, https://kbfrc.ie/  Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

Catherine McConnell, Director of Services with Mayo County Council, discusses a fire in two buildings, earmarked for social housing, at the Old Duffy's Bakery site on the Foxford Road, Ballina.

Authorities have promised a quick and effective response if the upcoming pedestrianisation trial of the old Killaloe Bridge leads to traffic congestion. From July 28th to October 17th, the 18th century crossing between Killaloe and Ballina will be closed to vehicular traffic. Clare County Council says that while it doesn't anticipate significant congestion, it will liaise with An Garda Siochána and the emergency services to remedy the situation if unforeseen traffic delays occur. Killaloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Tony O'Brien says it's vital a contingency plan is in place.

Hollister Incorporated, a global leader in ostomy, continence, wound care and critical care products has announced an €80m R&D investment and a digital transformation project that will create approximately 50 new jobs in Ballina. The multimillion-euro investment aims to elevate Ballina into a global epicentre of expertise through novel device design and extensive site-wide training, setting a benchmark for digital transformation within Hollister's global network. This project is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Minister for Social Protection and Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Dara Calleary TD said: "This is a terrific day for Ballina and North Mayo with the announcement of 50 additional jobs for the region. Hollister is more than just a manufacturing plant in Ballina; it is one of the mainstays of our community. Today, second and third generations of families are employed there boosting the local economy and contributing to the everyday life of the town. I want to pay credit to Shane Caher and all of the staff in Hollister who have dedicated themselves to Ballina and to the West of Ireland but also to all of the past Hollister management and staff who's work, and commitment is the foundation of the plant's success today. Finally, I would like to acknowledge IDA Ireland for their continued support to Hollister and across Mayo. I very much look forward to what the next 50 years will bring for Hollister and Ballina" Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment, Alan Dillon TD, said: "This €80 million investment by Hollister Inc. is very welcome news. It is a powerful endorsement of Ballina's skilled workforce and Ireland's reputation as a hub for innovation in healthcare manufacturing. To see a long-standing employer, like Hollister, continue to grow and evolve through cutting-edge research and digital transformation is very encouraging. The creation of 50 new high-quality jobs will also bring economic and social benefits to the region. On behalf of the Irish Government, I thank Hollister for its continued commitment to Ballina and the West of Ireland, and I wish the team there the very best for the future and many more years of success here in Co. Mayo." Founded in 1921 in Illinois, the US MedTech manufacturer has been part of the fabric of Ballina since 1976, where it now employs almost 1000 people. Hollister is currently recruiting in the areas of Engineering, Data Science and Business Services. To explore opportunities, visit Career Opportunities | Hollister IE. "We are thrilled to announce this significant milestone for Hollister Incorporated. Our commitment to innovation and excellence continues to drive us forward, and this investment in our research program and digital transformation project is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team," said Shane Caher, Senior Director of Plant Operations and General Manager. "We look forward to the exciting opportunities that lie ahead as we continue to deliver on Our Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for those who use our products and services." IDA Ireland CEO Michael Lohan said: "Since 1976, Hollister has been creating jobs and investment in Co. Mayo. In the intervening near 50 years, Hollister has again and again committed to and delivered on its ambitions for its Irish operations. Supporting Hollister and companies across IDA Ireland's client portfolio with R&D investment and digital transformation endeavours sits right at the heart of Adapt Intelligently: A Strategy for Sustainable Growth and Innovation 2025-29. I wish to congratulate Hollister and assure them of IDA Ireland's continued support." More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://...

On this morning's show... Our Sports Editor Paul Carroll will join us following a huge weekend of sporting action for the Premier County.... The trial pedestrianization of the old bridge in Ballina has many business owners concerned... Deputy Mattie McGrath will join us in the studio... Thomas Conway has Global News... And Jo Noble takes off on her bucket list flight.... All this and much much more....

Start Artist Song Time Album Year 0:00:56 Hadal Sherpa Abyssal Gazers 6:55 Void Weaver 2025 0:08:41 Grace Hayhurst And It's Our Fault 7:05 The World is Dying 2025 0:15:46 Temple Fang Josephine 14:38 Lifted From The Wind 2025 0:30:24 Gösta Berlings Saga Ascension 5:19 Forever Now 2025 0:36:36 Jakko M. Jakszyk Ode to Ballina 2:11 […]

Féile Brian Ború is underway! The annual festival in Killaloe and Ballina is running from the 2nd to the 6th of July, with a packed programme of events for all ages – from music and culture to family fun and historical re-enactments. The festival has grown steadily since it began in 1993, becoming a much-loved fixture on the summer calendar for locals and visitors alike. To discuss this year's celebrations, Alan Morrissey was joined by Arlene White, one of the organisers behind Féile Brian Ború. PHOTO CREDIT: Féile Brian Ború

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Derek Spaight. Derek, who lives in Ballina-Killaloe, lives with cerebral palsy and is a wheelchair user. To truly regain his independence and unlock his potential, Derek urgently needs a fit-for-purpose wheelchair accessible van. However, the cost for a suitable vehicle is approximately €35,000, which is why Derek has kickstarted a fundraising campaign on GoFundMe. Alan caught up with Derek to find out more, he first outlined his day-to-day-life, and what mobility looks like for him at the moment. You can help Derek by donating here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-derek-get-his-wheelchair-and-van

The old Killaloe Bridge will undergo a pedestrianisation trial next month. From July 28th until early October, the 18th Century bridge connecting Killaloe and Ballina will be closed to vehicular traffic to assess the demand this will place on the new Shannon Bridge Crossing. It's understood that since the €88m Brian Boru bridge opened in May, that over 4,500 vehicles are still traversing the old bridge each week. Killaloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Tony O'Brien believes the trial will conclusively prove that both bridges need to serve vehicular traffic.

Andrea speaks with some of Sligo's greatest success stories: Finbarr Filan, newly appointed national chair of ISME and head of Sligo BID; Andrew Darmody, Managing Director of Voya Skincare; Viola McSharry, mother of Olympic bronze medallist Mona McSharry; and David McGowan of McGowan's Funeral Directors in Ballina all join the show to tell their story.Listen here

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 6ú lá de mí an Mheithimh, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1975 tháinig an nuacht amach go mbeadh an phacáiste comhrialtas chun dífhostaíocht a laghdú agus go mbeadh boilsciú ann, agus bhí plé cráite ann I rith an deireadh seachtain. I 1986 bhí coimhlint idir stailceoirí agus gardaí agus mar sin de tháinig an airm isteach chun é a stopadh I mBaile Átha Cliath. I 1998 bhí plean ann leis an chostas de 2 milliún punt chun athchóiriú a dhéanamh ar Tipperary Crystal agus d'oscail sé ar an lá seo agus bhí ionad cuairteoirí nua ann I gCarraig na Siúire. Bhí ionad siopadóireachta níos fearr ann agus níos mó áiseanna chun ithe. Bhí an taobh amuigh déanta suas chomh maith. I 2006 tháinig sé amach go raibh An Cherry Tree I mBéal An Átha an tríú bialann is fearr sa tír sa Jacob's Creek Reserve Restaurant Awards agus bhí sé an bhialann is fearr I gCúige Mumhan. Bhí nach mór 100 bialann ainmnithe timpeall an tír agus shroich An Cherry Tree uimhir a trí. Sin Doctor & The Medics le Spirit In The Sky – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 1986 Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1974 tháinig Dolly Parton agus RCA Records amach le hamhrán darbh ainm I Will Always Love You – bhí sé a dara hamhrán ón albam Jolene. Rinne sí taifead ar an amhrán bliain roimhe agus scríobh sí an t-amhrán do Porter Wagoner. I 1987 shroich Whitney Houston uimhir a haon lena amhrán I Wanna Dance With Somebody – a dara hamhrán a shroich uimhir a haon sa Bhreatain. Shroich sí uimhir a haon I dtír eile agus bhuaigh sí Grammy don amhrán I 1988. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Paul Giamatti I Meiriceá I 1967 agus rugadh aisteoir Jason Isaacs sa Bhreatain ar an lá seo I 1963 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. 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 6th of June, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1975: the coalition opackage to cut unemployment and inflation was due to be ready by thr weekend following agonising deliberations. 1986: a violent confrontation between corporation strikers and gardai ended in an army squad being forced to abandon a clean up operation in central dublin.  2006 -The Cherry Tree in Ballina was voted the third best restaurant in Ireland in the Jacob's Creek Reserve Restaurant Awards – and the best in Munster. Up to one hundred establishments throughout the country were nominated for the award and the Cherry Tree made it to the top three.  1998 -A £2m restructuring plan at Tipperary Crystal was on show as it officially opened it's new look Visitor Centre at Carrick-on-Suir, The enlarged centre provides for a more comfortable shopping environment which also includes extended restaurant facilities. The exterior of the building has also benefitted from the development work which has been in progress for some months.  That was Doctor and The Medics with Spirit In The Sky – the biggest song on this day in 1986 Onto music news on this day In 1974 RCA Records released 'I Will Always Love You' by Dolly Parton, the second single from Parton's thirteenth solo studio album, Jolene. Recorded on June 13, 1973, the singer wrote the song for her one-time partner and mentor Porter Wagoner, from whom she was professionally splitting at the time. 1987 Whitney Houston had her second UK No.1 single with 'I Wanna Dance with Somebody (Who Loves Me)'. It reached No.1 in over a dozen other countries and won a Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1988. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actor Paul Giamatti was born in America in 1967 and actor Jason Isaacs was born in the UK on this day in 1963 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you next week with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

KING CRIMSON LEGENDARY SINGER JAKKO JAKSZYK LAUNCHES VIDEO FOR ‘SON OF GLEN' TITLE TRACK FROM FORTHCOMING ALBUM: ZOOM SPECIAL EVENT ON INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS WITH RAY SHASHO Jakko M. Jakszyk, perhaps most recently known as lead singer and second guitarist in King Crimson, is proud to announce his new solo album ‘Son Of Glen' – set for release on June 27th, 2025. The record is a companion piece of sorts to his acclaimed memoir ‘Who's The Boy With The Lovely Hair', that was released in October 2024 and explores many of the themes and the subjects that the book touches upon. To coincide with this announcement, you can now hear the stunning 10-minute-long title track here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1Qkf47KzhY ‘Son Of Glen' will be available as a Limited CD Digipak, Gatefold LP & as Digital Album. PLEASE WELCOME SINGER/SONGWRITER/MUSICIAN/RECORD PRODUCER/ACTOR/BEST KNOWN AS A MEMBER OF PROG ROCK LEGENDS KING CRIMSON … JAKKO JAKSZYK  TO INTERVIEWING THE LEGENDS … PURCHASE THE NEW SOLO ALBUM BY JAKKO M. JAKSZYK ‘Son Of Glen' AT https://jakkomjakszyk.lnk.to/SonOfGlen-Album   ALSO PURCHASE Who's The Boy With The Lovely Hair? The Unlikely Memoir of Jakko M Jakszyk by Jakko M. Jakszyk | Oct 1, 2024 available at amazon.com   FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JAKKO JAKSZYK VISIT https://www.facebook.com/jakkomjakszyk/ facebook https://www.instagram.com/jakkojakszyk/ instagram https://kingmakerpublishing.com/jakko-m-jakszyk/ kingmaker publishing https://insideoutmusic.bandcamp.com/album/son-of-glen-24-bit-hd-audio bandcamp     Discography Albums Year  Performer  Title      1982 Jakko         Silesia         1987 The Lodge Smell of a Friend          1987 The Kings of Oblivion   Big Fish Popcorn          1988 Dizrhythmia        Dizrhythmia 1990 Tom Robinson/Jakko M. Jakszyk   We Never Had It So Good     1991 64 Spoons Landing on a Rat Column      1994 Jakko         Mustard Gas and Roses         1995 Are My Ears on Wrong?         1997 Jakko M. Jakszyk         The Road to Ballina      2002  21st Century Schizoid Band Official Bootleg V.1       2003  Live in Japan (CD & DVD)    Iceni 2003  Live in Italy        Arcàngelo 2006 Pictures of a City – Live in New York       2006 Jakko M. Jakszyk         The Bruised Romantic Glee Club    2008 The Tangent        Not as Good as the Book        2009 Jakko M. Jakszyk         Waves Sweep the Sand          2011 Jakszyk, Fripp & Collins  A Scarcity of Miracles – A King Crimson ProjeKct 2014 King Crimson      The Elements of King Crimson 2014 Box          2015 Live at the Orpheum The Elements of King Crimson 2015 Box 2016 Live in Toronto November 2015 Radical Action to Unseat the Hold of Monkey Mind The Elements of King Crimson 2016 Box Dizrhythmia        Dizrhythmia Too          2017 King Crimson      The Elements of King Crimson 2017 Box Live in Chicago 2018 Live in Vienna The Elements of King Crimson 2018 Box Audio Diary 2014-2017 Meltdown: Live in Mexico City 2019 KC50 The Elements of King Crimson 2019 Box Audio Diary 2014-2018 2020 Jakko M. Jakszyk         Secrets & Lies 2025   Jakko Jakszyk     Son of Glen            Support us on PayPal!

-new chair of the SKS Killaloe Music festival taking talking about events taking taking place this weekend for the Festival in Killaloe and Ballina. https://killaloemusicfestival.com/programme-2025  Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 31st May 2025 hosted by Patricia Anne Moore and Tom Hanley. as broadcast from the Killaloe Ballina Family Resource Centre, the Green, Killaloe, https://kbfrc.ie/  Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

Kim welcomes Claudia Lawrence, the visionary CEO and founder of Dinner Is Served in Ballina, New South Wales, Australia. As the debut guest of the Intuitive Leader Series, Claudia shares her unique journey leading an award-winning sustainable food business—blending intuitive decision-making, manifestation practices, and practical business strategy.Whether you're an established entrepreneur, an aspiring intuitive leader, or anyone craving fresh perspectives on business leadership, this episode delivers inspiration for navigating the ever-changing New Era of business.Episode HighlightsTrusting Intuition for Business SuccessClaudia dives deep into what it means to truly trust your intuition as a business leader. She shares personal stories about hiring, pivoting during staff changes, and knowing when it's time to move forward—emphasizing how she physically feels intuitive signals and the importance of honoring those instincts, even (and especially) in high-stakes moments.Manifesting Opportunities and Using Energetic SignaturesManifestation isn't just a buzzword for Claudia—it's a daily practice. She reveals how keeping the “how” out of manifestation, starting with small intentions, and building a track record of trust in the universe has helped her call in everything from the perfect business location to a fully electric kitchen. Claudia also discusses the Intuitive Success Quiz and explains how understanding both her own and her team's unique Signatures allows for harmonious, effective collaboration.Key Episode Quotes“There's nothing that I can't create or manifest. The faith comes from practicing and seeing it work—start small and build proof.”“It's a balance—the more you honor your intuition, the greater dividends it pays. But as a business owner, you also need to know your numbers and have a plan.”Key Questions Answered1. What practical steps did Claudia take to manifest major wins for her business?[12:09] Claudia shares that her manifestation process started simple—with intentions and daily affirmations written in a journal and expanding as evidence built. She discusses manifesting her ideal business location and securing solar panels, highlighting the importance of removing the “how” and letting the outcome unfold. “Each day in my journal, and each time we were setting intentions around the moon—solar panels, I'd like that... and I removed that ‘Well, how's that going to happen?'” 2. What advice does Claudia have for aspiring entrepreneurs and intuitive leaders?[34:59] Claudia emphasizes the need for balance: “I feel that when I built the kitchen and the space we're in, I relied too heavily on magic [...] but I didn't do my due diligence with the numbers.” She encourages combining practical business planning (knowing your numbers, backup plans) with intuition and manifestation. “It would be to make sure that you have a plan, create the vision in your mind and make it a big vision. [...] But make sure you understand your numbers.” Connect with Claudia Lawrence & Dinner Is Served!Website: https://dinnerisserved.com.au/Location: Ballina, New South Wales, just south of Byron Bay, AustraliaInstagram: @dinnerisservedauFind them locally: Search “Dinner Is Served” in Google Maps to visit their award-winning cafe or order ready meals in the Northern NSW region.Subscribe, Rate, and ReviewEnjoyed this episode? Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform, leave a review, and share with friends who would value these insights on intuitive business leadership and soulful success!

The Mary Robinson Centre and University of Galway, along with partner Mayo County Council, will host the third Mary Robinson Climate and Nature Conference. The conference will bring together climate justice advocates, scientists, activists, community groups and policymakers to address local, national and global challenges and opportunities in relation to climate justice and nature conservation. Centering on the theme "Courage in Crisis", the annual conference will take place in Ballina, Co Mayo, on May 26th and 27th where the former president grew up, and where the new Mary Robinson Centre is located. Mary Robinson Centre and University of Galway host 2025 climate and nature conference Mary Robinson said: "The Mary Robinson Nature and Climate Conference will centre on a call to courage in the face of the climate and nature crisis, a crisis that touches every part of our shared world. In these urgent times, it is through meitheal, the Irish tradition of coming together in collective effort, that we find strength, purpose and hope. Only by standing together can we meet this moment with the boldness it demands. I'm looking forward to being in community in my hometown of Ballina, imagining together what each of us can do to build a better future." Along with Mary Robinson, the conference will feature a distinguished lineup of Irish and international speakers including: Dr Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin, DCU; Anja Murray, ecologist, policy analyst, broadcaster and author; Dearbhla Richardson, youth climate justice activist; Dr Elaine McGoff, An Taisce; Dr Gerard McCarthy, physical oceanographer and climate scientist; Professor Hannah Daly, UCC; Professor John Barry, Queens University Belfast; Professor Navjot Bhullar, University of Canberra, Australia; Tom Arnold, Ireland Africa Rural Development Committee; Dr Omnia El Omrani, Global Climate and Health Alliance; and Laura Cook, Project Dandelion. The conference will feature a diverse range of workshops, panel discussions, walks, music and art, and aims to create space for people to connect, share ideas, and collaborate, with several of the conference events open to the public. Dr Caitríona Carlin, School of Natural Sciences and Ryan Institute at University of Galway and conference co-chair, said: "It was uplifting to hear Mary Robinson recognise the interconnections between climate and biodiversity, when she changed the name of the conference to climate and nature in 2024. This is the first year that the conference formally addresses climate and nature and we are grateful to the funders and sponsors who have supported us. The conference enables us to acknowledge that actions for climate, for nature are also for us. We are part of the environment, and in finding common ground, we can make space for courageous conversations and actions to meet the multiple challenges ahead." Dr Sinéad Sheehan, School of Psychology and Ryan Institute, University of Galway and conference co-chair, said: "This year, while we are bringing the conference to Ballina, we also want to bring Ballina to the conference! There's a great programme of events planned around the conference, including an art exhibition at the Mary Robinson Centre, a 'Connecting With Trees' walk in Belleek Woods on Sunday, and an eco-gathering on Tuesday featuring groups working on climate and nature. We're also looking forward to a special 'Oíche Cultúr agus Craic' on Monday night with music, poetry and storytelling - it should be a brilliant few days for Ballina and the wider community." Dr Alma Clavin, Lecturer in Sustainability at University of Galway and conference co-chair, said: "This conference creates a necessary courageous space for those activated in climate and nature work to connect with each other and new ideas. The conference is taking place in a county that has a fantastic network of community-led climate and sustainability initiatives and a distinctive biodiversity-rich landscape. We're delighted to host this important ...

Last Thursday was a hugely significant day for the twin towns of Killaloe and Ballina, as the long-awaited Brian Boru Bridge was unveiled. The €88 million project connects the twin towns of Killaloe and Ballina while also providing a new 6.2 kilometre Killaloe Bypass as well as regional road enhancements. However, what should have been a day of joy for locals seems to have instead been a day of anger and frustration. That's because locals say they were “locked out of history” - claiming politicians and local representatives were invited to the unveiling of the Brian Boru Bridge...but they weren't allowed to attend its opening. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Deirdre Scanlan, from Ballina.

The Minister of Transport has hailed a new bridge in East Clare as "transformative" for the region. Fianna Fáil Minister Darragh O'Brien attended the unveiling of the long-awaited Brian Boru Bridge on Thursday afternoon. The €88 million project connects the twin towns of Killaloe and Ballina while also providing a new 6.2 kilometre Killaloe Bypass as well as regional road enhancements. Clare FM's Seán Lyons headed to the Clare/Tipperary border to cover the event where the Minister was subject to some early accusations.

Presented by Petula Martyn, coming from the twin towns of Killaloe and Ballina ahead of the opening of the Brian Boru Bridge today.

The Minister for Transport will officially open a long-awaited bridge in East Clare in the coming week. Minister Darragh O'Brien is set to unveil the Brian Boru Bridge connecting Killaloe and Ballina next Thursday at 3pm. The major infrastructural project crosses the River Shannon one kilometre south of the existing Killaloe Bridge and will connect the Killaloe Bypass with the R494. Killaloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Tony O'Brien says it's a gamechanger.

You might have noticed from the officially released Vatican photographs that the Pope is lying in an open casket. But, is this still a common practice in Ireland nowadays, and if so, why?Joining Seán to discuss is David MacGowan from Foley and McGowan Funeral Home and Crematorium in Sligo and Ballina.Image: Reuters

Retailers are calling for a crackdown on what they are calling an “epidemic” of shoplifting across the country; many would like to see tougher sentencing of those convicted to deter the growing rates of the crime.Joining Kieran to discuss is Vincent Jennings, Chief Executive Officer of the Convenience Stores & Newsagents Association of Ireland, Sheila Clarke, who runs Clarke's XL shop in Ballina, Co. Mayo and later, Jean McCabe, CEO of Retail Excellence.

There's no busier jockey in northern NSW than Wauchope based Luke Rolls. The expat Kiwi drives huge mileage to honour commitments at northern rivers and tablelands tracks. Born and reared in Fielding on New Zealand's North Island, Luke was initially apprenticed to Bruce Marsh at Foxton. He transferred to a Victorian stable in the early 2000's and his subsequent journey has produced an impressive tally of more than 760 winners. Luke begins our chat by talking about his move to the NSW mid north coast with Cassie Schmidt, the lady destined to become his wife. He says hard work was the only way to go in the first few years. The jockey takes us through a normal day in his life. Few jockeys ride more trackwork than Luke Rolls. Luke says he has to keep an eye on the clock when he has commitments at a faraway meeting. The constant travelling is the toughest part of his job. He acknowledges the ongoing support of a special group of northern trainers. Luke takes us back to early days on the farm at Fielding NZ. Horse racing wasn't on his radar. He admits he was more intent on becoming an All Black than a professional jockey. Luke looks back on his initial apprenticeship to top trainer Bruce Marsh. He'd never been on a horse. He looks back on his first race ride. He finished second but says the horse should have won. Luke hasn't forgotten his first winning ride. It turned out to be his one and only NZ winner. He talks of a transfer to a Victorian stable when Bruce Marsh landed a contract to train in Singapore. The jockey remembers a happy 18 months with Terry O'Sullivan at Stawell and the handful of winners he rode on country tracks. Luke admits he suddenly lost interest in racing after the Victorian stint. He went to Sydney with mates and landed a job as a welder. He looks back on a return to NZ and a job with Affco Abbatoirs. That job generated an opportunity to work in rural Queensland which didn't work out. Next step was another meatworks job on the Gold Coast. Finally the lure of the thoroughbred prompted him to give riding another crack. A newspaper advertisement led him to a job with a Gold Coast trainer. Luke was thrilled to win a race at Ballina soon after returning to race riding. He talks of a tremendous winning run on the Gold Coast which yielded a local apprentices premiership. Luke remembers a growing interest in his services from Brisbane stables. He's never forgotten his first trip to the metropolitan winner's circle. In fact it happened twice on the day. He talks of the jockey who became a formidable rival on the Gold Coast and of the day he rode the first four winners on the programme. Luke looks back on his only ride in a Gr 1 race. He was flown to Sydney by Queensland owners to handle a lightweight in The Galaxy of 2009. For one thrilling moment at the 200m he thought the race was in his keeping. He talks of an Eagle Farm win on a horse destined to win a Gr 1 down the track. Luke acknowledges the successful riding career of wife Cassie despite a torturous battle with weight. When she opted to relocate from the Gold Coast to her native Wauchope he elected to go with her. Cassie's “dream job” came along soon after. He says nobody was surprised when Cassie decided on a training career. Her first win came not long after gaining her licence and Luke Rolls was the jockey. Luke talks of his marriage to Cassie and the successful trainer/jockey combination they've developed. It's a nice chat with a Kiwi born jockey who preferred motor bikes to horses in his early days at Fielding.

For the first time since 1993, Creggs are the Bank of Ireland Connacht Junior Cup champions following this 15-point victory over Dunmore in Ballina on Sunday (30th March 2025). Mikey Dunne and captain James Brandon got two tries each, with Brian Diffley and Mark Dowd also crossing the whitewash. Galway Bay FM's match commentary team were Ollie Turner and Alan Deegan.

One year after being in their first ever final, Dunmore rugby club chase a first ever Connacht Junior Cup on Sunday (30th March 2025) when they clash with Creggs. Leading up to the big match, Galway Bay FM's Ollie Turner headed to An Dún Rí in Dunmore to sample the atmosphere. == Kick-off at Ballina on Sunday is 3.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Two weeks following their league success against Connemara, Creggs target ending a 32-year wait this Sunday (30th March 2025) when they take on Dunmore in the Connacht Junior Rugby Cup Final. Leading up to the big match, Galway Bay FM's John Mulligan headed to Creggs RFC clubhouse to sample the atmosphere. == Kick-off at Ballina on Sunday is 3.30pm and we'll have LIVE coverage here on Galway Bay FM.

Clare County Council has submitted a funding application under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) for the delivery of significant new public realm regeneration and enhancement projects in Crusheen and Killaloe-Ballina. The proposed multi-million-euro schemes include the reopening of Crusheen Railway Station and the development of a multi-purpose community enterprise hub and crèche in the village, as well as revitalising the public realm in Killaloe-Ballina town centres and transforming the vacant Killaloe Courthouse into a cultural and musical venue. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Senior Planner and Killaloe MD Coordinator for Clare County Council, Brian McCarthy. Photo(C): https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1281922090415310&set=pb.100057925933323.-2207520000

Happy Harmony Week! On News Time today we have five epic stories including a rare fossil donated to a Queensland school, a shipwreck unearthed by a cyclone, and the secret to growing enormous pumpkins.Quiz Questions1.How many fossilised footprints were discovered in the one rock?2.Where is the Gove Peninsula?3.What is the name of the shipwreck thought to have been unearthed at Ballina?4.Which Victorian town is home of the Electric Light Theatre?5.How heavy was Mark's biggest pumpkin?Bonus Tricky QuestionWhat colour do people wear during Harmony Week?Answers1.662.North-east Arnhem Land (in the Northern Territory, Australia)3.The Comet4.Mildura5.426 kilograms (as heavy as a grand piano)Bonus Tricky AnswerOrange

The Re-interment of Frank Stagg. Last week we remembered Frank Stagg who died on hunger strike in an English prison in February 1976. Frank began his fourth and final hunger strike in December 1975. He died 62 days later. He last request was "to be buried next to my republican colleagues and my comrade, Michael Gaughan" who died on hunger strike two years earlier. Michael had been buried in Ballina with republican honours.Faced with the prospect of another high-profile funeral of a republican hunger striker the plane carrying Frank Stagg's coffin was diverted by the Irish Government from Dublin, where the Stagg family and friends were waiting, to Shannon. Frank's body was hijacked and taken by helicopter to Ballina, where it was buried. A 24-hour guard was put in place and concrete was poured over it to prevent the family from exhuming the coffin.Frank's brother George later described how, when  he took his mother to visit the grave, Special Branch officers took photographs of her as she knelt and prayed. Slán Brendan.This week came with the death of our comrade and friend, Bik McFarlane. 

Wir fahren die australische Ostküste nach Norden über Diamond Beach, Goldcoast bis zur Sunshinecoast. Dazwischen nehmen euch mit nach Ballina, wo der Sand unter unseren Füßen quietscht, und nach Brisbane, das ganz anders war, als wir dachten. Und Wasser spielt diesmal eine große Rolle: Gemütliche und blitzschnelle Fähren, Haie im Fluss, Flut-Tipps am Straßenrand, Schwimmbad (mit Strand) am Strand und 13 Liter Wasser im Schnabel eines Pelikans. Und als ob das nicht schon genug wäre, gibt's ein freies Stromkabel im Pool und einen echten Eisberg. Und wir lassen uns von einem Australier erklären, warum sie so entspannt sind und was sie glücklich macht. Wir freuen uns, wenn ihr uns weiter an euren Erlebnissen teilhaben lasst oder Tipps und Fragen zu unseren nächsten Reisezielen (Neuseeland, Indonesien/Bali, Singapur) habt: klickt hier -> [Anrufbeantworter](https://www.speakpipe.com/happytogo) Bilder findet ihr bei Instagram unter @happytogo.podcast

Welcome to The Love Line, where we have teamed up with Winters Jewellers in Ballina to give away a bespoke diamond ring worth up to €5,000 this Valentine's Day. Qualify to win by contacting the Love Line and completing our challenge!

The Killaloe-Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre's Connect Cafe is making its return. The cafe, in conjunction with the Irish Dementia Cafe Network, will take place at the Family Resource Centre on Tuesday, 28th of January from 6:30pm. To get some background on the cafe and what will be happening, Alan Morrissey was joined by cafe coordinator, Aifric Devane. Photo (C): Killaloe/Ballina Community & Family Resource Centre, Facebook

Wesley O'Brien is a tennis coach at the Killaloe-Ballina Tennis Club. The Killaloe native has been involved in blind tennis since 2017 and has been to a number of World Championships as part of the Irish Blind Tennis team. A new programme for blind and visually impaired people will begin at Killaloe-Ballina Tennis Club later this month. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by tennis coach at the Killaloe-Ballina Tennis Club, Wesley O'Brien, and tennis player on the Irish team in the B4 category, Margueritte Quinn. Photo (c) by Bobex-73 from Getty Images Pro via Canva

There are big matches taking place in the All-Ireland League for Galwegians and Corinthians, plus some important contests in the Connacht Women's Senior League. And the Men's Connacht Cup gets underway. To set the scene, here's Galway Bay FM's William Davies. == Selected Fixtures (Saturday 1pm Hamilton Park) – Sligo vs South East Galway Warriors (Senior Women's League) (Saturday 7pm) – Ballina vs Corinthians, Monivea vs Ballyhaunis (Men's Connacht Rugby Junior Cup) (Saturday 7.30pm Tuam) – Tuam vs Loughrea (Men's Connacht Rugby Junior Cup) (Saturday, 8pm Dexcom Stadium) – Connacht vs Lyon (European Challenge Cup) (Sundy 12pm) – Galwegians vs Westport, University of Galway vs Tuam/Oughterard (Senior Women's League) (Sunday 1pm Corinthian Park) – OLBC/Corinthians vs Ballinrobe (Senior Women's League) (Sunday 2pm) – Ballinasloe vs Buccaneers, Connemara vs Sligo, Creggs vs Corrib, Dunmore vs Castlebar, Westport vs Ballinrobe (Men's Connacht Rugby Junior Cup)

Books are always a good Christmas present choice and Edwin McGreal's 'Our Finest Hour', in which over 50 Mayo GAA clubs reflect on their own individual day of glory, has the makings of a fine festive gift. Ed joins Rob and John on the pod to chat about the book and the many stories and photos it contains within its covers.Also on this pod, ahead of Friday's now sold-out Club Stars event Mike chats with Seán Regan of Ballina Stephenites and Tooreen. Seán will be presented at the Club Stars event with an Outstanding Achievement Award (sponsored by Connacht GAA), having won back-to-back county medals in football and hurling with Ballina and Tooreen respectively.      

Trump towels, DeSantis boots, Biden's Blewitts of Ballina and Tim Walz finds Livingstone . . .

The curtain came down on the Mayo club championship quarter-finals on Sunday. John, Mike and Rob were out and about in Foxford, Breaffy and Ballina to see some of the title contenders in action while we also round up the stories of the other games of the day. 

In this episode, Aideen Finnegan sits down with former president of Ireland Mary Robinson and film director Aoife Kelleher to talk about their brand new film, Mrs Robinson. Told in her own words, the documentary reflects on key moments in Robinson's life and career including her move from law into politics, the wedding that her parents refused to attend, and some of her political and personal regrets. In this conversation, Robinson explains why she was initially hesitant to make the film, what she hopes people can take from it and how she went from a shy child growing up in Ballina to walking the halls of Áras an Uachtaráin. Director Aoife Kelleher talks about her memories as a young girl watching the 1990 election, what inspired her to make the film and the joy of going through archive footage including never before seen home-videos shot by Robinson's father. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where is Bronwyn Winfield? The devoted mum has been missing since 1993 – and the man behind The Teacher's Pet is on the case.   Go to theaustralian.com.au/bronwyn to listen. Plus, you can read more about this case and see exclusive stories, maps, timelines, graphics, video and more. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Josh Burton. The multimedia editor is Lia Tsamoglou and original music is composed by Jasper Leak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.