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The Mayor of Ennis says she's looking forward to a brighter future for housing in the town. It's after An Coimisúin Pleanála ruled in favour of Glenveagh Homes Plans to build a 300-unit estate near Drumbiggle. While sites at Ashline and at Claureen have also been confirmed for an investment of between €10m and €20m under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund that will unlock lands for the construction of up to 1,300 new units. Cathaoirleach of the Ennis Municipal District Cllr Mary Howard says it's vital works are carried out in a timely fashion.

Former Clare TD and long-serving Councillor James Breen has passed away, aged 81.   The Kilnamona native retired from politics 7 years ago following 34 years in politics.    First elected to Clare County Council in 1985, James Breen left the Fianna Fáil party and ran as an Independent candidate in the 2002 General Election, in which he topped the poll.   After he lost his Dáil seat in 2007, he was re-elected to the Council in 2009, and in 2015, he became the first person from Kilnamona to be elected as Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council. He stepped down from politics in May 2019.   James Breen is survived by his wife Eileen, sons and daughter.  To reflect on his life, career and legacy, Alan Morrissey was joined by Pat Daly, Ennis Fianna Fáil Councillor, and Pat Hayes, Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor. Photo (c) Pat Flynn

Dublin City Council has suggested limiting access to the Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) to people with are registered with a domestic waste collection company contract as a means of dealing with “opportunistic” bin scavenging.The Council also suggest that with the DRS, there had been “no significant difference” in total street sweepings collected in the city.Janet Horner is a Councilor for Dublin North Inner City and Cathaoirleach for The Green Party. She joined Shane and Ciara to discuss the current issues the Deposit Return Scheme is bringing to the city.

Gardaí are continuing to search for the driver who fled the scene of a fatal crash which took place last Monday night, June 8th between Newcastle West and Abbeyfeale to come forward. The man who died in the crash was 33-year-old Axel Liebsch Morales who was armed and wearing a balaclava. Gardaí believe he was a hired contract killer. Jerry spoke to local councillor Michael Collins who’s Cathaoirleach of the Newcastle West Municipal District.

Last Saturday evening, at the Loreto Convent estate in Killarney, six people were injured following a fire pit explosion. Among those injured is a five-year-old boy who was brought to Crumlin hospital. Jerry spoke to Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District, Cllr Martin Grady. Cllr Grady is also a firefighter.

Torthaí ó Fhéile na mBád i Rosmuc.

Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Michael Foley was at a birthday party in King Charles’s honour in Dublin yesterday. The Fine Gael councillor who lives in Ballylongford, North Kerry has strong views on the controversy over Aughinish Alumina’s Russian links. The factory is one of the biggest employers in the West Limerick/North Kerry area.

Seolfar plean straitéiseach cúig bliana don ghníomhaireacht tithíochta FRÉAMHA i Leitir Ceanainn inniu

Thug innealtóir ó Chomhairle Condae na Gaillimhe le fios tráthnóna inné go bhfuil cuid mhaith de struchtúr an droichid ar Bhóthar na Scrathóg tugtha uaidh agus go bhfuil sé róchontúirteach do dhaoine a bheith ag taisteal air. Tá saineolaí i gcúrsaí droichid le measúnú a dhéanamh ar an áit inniu.

Pléifidh an Comhchoiste Oireachtais an tionchar a bhíonn ag Orduithe Ceannaigh Éigeantaigh do thograí na bealaí glasa, iarnróid agus bóithre nua, ar fheirmeoirí agus ar phobail tuaithe.

Fógraíodh go bhfuil Iar-Uachtarán Ollscoil na Gaillimhe, an tOllamh Ciarán Ó hÓgartaigh, ceapaithe mar Chathaoirleach ar Chomhairle na hInstitúide um Thaighde Eacnamaíochta & Sóisialta, an ESRI.

Déanfar cigireacht ar chapaillíní portaigh Chiarraí ag ócáid i nGleann Beithe amárach.

Cathaoirleach of Clare County Council, Cllr Paul Murphy, is to lead a 160km charity cycle in aid of mental health services in Co Clare on Saturday, June 6. The ‘Mind over Miles' charity cycle, which will benefit the Samaritans (Clare Branch), will begin at Loop Head at 8am, with the riders making their way through County Clare. To tell us more, Paul joined Alan Morrissey. Photo (c) Pat Flynn

Campervans are reportedly putting a dent in the amount of revenue being collected through parking charges in Lahinch. Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District, Lahinch Fine Gael Councillor Bill Slattery, is calling for designated parking for campers in the north Clare town. Clare County Council took in €281,514 in parking charges and fines in Lahinch last year. Councillor Slattery has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons he believes this figure would be higher if campervan drivers weren't vying with regular motorists for spaces.

Majella Uí Ghallachobhair, Cathaoirleach Chomhlacht Forbartha Áitiúil Acla. Maoiniú de €92, 265 bronnta ar an gcomhlacht.

Meta, TikTok, Snap, Google and Microsoft are all before the Oireachtas Committee on Children and Equality this morning to discuss the safety and wellbeing of children online. It follows weeks of meetings, including hearing from young people directly and Cathaoirleach of the Committee, Fine Gael's Keira Keogh is with me in studio

Meta, TikTok, Snap, Google and Microsoft are all before the Oireachtas Committee on Children and Equality this morning to discuss the safety and wellbeing of children online. It follows weeks of meetings, including hearing from young people directly and Cathaoirleach of the Committee, Fine Gael's Keira Keogh is with me in studio

The scourge of dog fouling in public places and the responsibility of dog owners to clean up after their pets is the focus of a new enforcement effort and social media campaign from Kerry County Council during the month of May. Treasa spoke to Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council, Cllr Michael Foley.

Páid Ó Neachtain, Cathaoirleach CLG An Spidéal ag labhairt faoi na babhtaí áitiúil de Chomórtas Peile na Gaeltachta.

Bronnadh gradam óir ar Chumann Ceoil Thraidisiúnta Choláiste na Tríonóide ag Gradaim Tríú Leibhéal na Gaeilge i dTeach an Ardmhéara i mBaile Átha Cliath le gairid.

Bhí cruinniú ag Coiste Mhuintir na hÁite Carna oíche Dé hAoine.

Cathaoirleach, Comhaontas Turasóireachta Chorca Dhuibhne – bhí an cruinniú bliaintiúil acu i nDiseart an Daingin ar an Máirt.

Donal Ó Grádaigh Cathaoirleach Comharchumann Ráth Chain ag labhairt faoi ócáid ceoil abhéas ag tarlú ansin ag an deireadh seachtaine.

Longford County Council has launched MyCoCo, a new secure online payments platform that allows Local Authority housing tenants to pay rent online, providing a faster and more convenient way to access payment services. The MyCoCo platform enables Local Authority housing tenants to make payments at a time and place that suits them and supports greater access to digital council services across the county. This is an additional method for Local Authority housing tenants to make rental payments. Tenants continue to have the facility to make payments through the household budget, by standing order, by telephone, to the Rent Collector or in person at the Cash Desk. The online service has been carefully developed and tested in collaboration with Council staff across Housing, Finance and Information Systems, with strong governance and data protection measures in place. Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council, Cllr Garry Murtagh said, "The launch of the MyCoCo online payments system is another positive step in making local authority services more accessible for the people of Longford. By offering a secure and convenient way to pay housing rents online, the Council is responding to how people want to interact with services today, while continuing to support those who prefer traditional payment methods." Chief Executive of Longford County Council, Paddy Mahon, said, "MyCoCo is about improving the customer experience while ensuring strong financial controls and data protection standards. This platform provides a modern, secure and reliable way for Local Authority housing tenants to pay rent online and supports a more efficient service delivery across the organisation." The introduction of MyCoCo forms part of Longford County Council's ongoing programme to digitise services, increase digital inclusion and provide greater choice in how customers engage with the Council. While the platform is currently being rolled out to Local Authority housing tenants, it is planned to extend MyCoCo to other customer groups, including rate payers, in the future. Customers will continue to be supported through a phased rollout of the platform, with clear guidance and assistance available to those using the service for the first time. For more information on how to pay online through MyCoCo, visit www.longfordcoco.ie or contact Longford County Council. See more stories here.

Jerry spoke to Cathaoirleach of Kerry County Council Michael Foley of Fine Gael. Yesterday the High Court dismissed a legal challenge against plans for the 600-megawatt power plant on the Tarbert Ballylongford landbank. Shannon LNG Ltd had been granted permission for the facility by An Coimisiún Pleanála last year. Friends of the Irish Environment took a judicial review against that decision.

Croke Park has been confirmed as the venue for an August 12th friendly between Manchester United and Leeds United.With the teams both massive rivals, what will it mean for fans and residents in the area?Joining Ciara to discuss is Janet Horner, Dublin North Inner City Councillor and Cathaoirleach for The Green Party and Ciaran Bradley, Newstalk's Digital Editor and Man U fan.

The Cathaoirleach of the Killaloe Municipal District has suggested people should "take the law into their own hands" to combat an ongoing issue at a popular amenity. Whitegate Fine Gael Councillor Pat Burke has asked Clare County Council for a progress update on its attempts to take charge of Mountshannon Harbour amid reports of abandoned boats at the pier. The local authority says the harbour management has proved "challenging" as part of the harbour isn't registered, and claims it's liaising with Waterways Ireland on the matter. Councillor Burke says many of the boats are in a poor state of repair and are an eyesore for locals and visitors alike.

It's feared an unexpected social housing development will lead to a rampant spate of anti-social behaviour in North Clare. In 2019, the local authority granted permission for the refurbishment of the Ennistymon Convent to encompass 30 residential units. It was initially expected that the project would be earmarked for older people, however, it's understood the properties are now intended for social housing. Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District and Lahinch Fine Gael Councillor Bill Slattery and Ennistymon Fianna Fáil Councillor Shane Talty say there are serious concerns about the location.

Tá bainisteoir a lorg ag Ionad Oidhreachta Isaac Butt agus Ionad Lae an Chlocháin sa Ghaeltacht Láir san am i láthair agus tá an spriocdháta d'iarratais ann amárach, Dé hAoine 27 Márta.

It's claimed South-East Clare communities have been left in chaos over heavy-goods vehicles attempting to avoid an impassable bridge. It's understood a lack of warning signage on the main road from Sixmilebridge to Cratloe is allowing artic lorries and coaches to reach Poulawilly Bridge, which has a height restriction of 11.6m. The issue is leaving large lines of traffic with no option to reverse back up the R462, causing major delays, with some reports of damage to farm and residential property. Cathaoirleach of the Shannon Municipal District and Sixmilebridge Fine Gael Councillor John Crowe and Cratloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat O'Gorman have been outlining the problem to Clare FM's Daragh Dolan. Photo (c) Norrie3699 Getty Images via Canva

Tá CLG Charna Caiseal ag réiteach do Chomórtas Náisiúnta Peile na Gaeltachta 2028.

“There seem to be potholes on every road and ones that were there before have grown – it's a bit of a disaster.”Those are the words of Daniel Pender, Fianna Fáíl County Councillor & Cathaoirleach of Muinebheag, Carlow on the state of the roads following Storm Chandra.He joins Ciara to discuss, as well as Conor Faughnan, Independent Motoring Expert for Carzone.

Plé ar an gcinneadh atá déanta ag Comhairle Contae na Gaillimhe mar nach bhfuil siad sásta tithe saoire Eanach Mheáin a cheannacht.

Tá súil aici go gcuirfear tús le próiseas go luath le go mbeidh Baile Dhún na nGall aitheanta mar Bhaile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta.

Tá Coiste Gaeilge curtha ar bun arís ag Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna Dhún na nGall agus sí Bernie Ní Dhuibhir, as Gaoth Dobhair, Cathaoirleach an Choiste.

An aighneacht atá déanta ag Wild Irish Defence agus an Taisce faoin bplean le forbairt a dhéanamh ar Chalafoirt Ros a Mhíl.

Máire Ní Chasaide, Cathaoirleach an Chomhar Creidmheasa Ghaoth Dobhair, Mairéad Uí Fhíoruisce atá mar bhall den bhord, bainisteoir an Chomhar Creidmheasa, Anne Marie Uí Cholla, Treasa Mhic Suibhne agus Maireád Ní Ghallchóir baill foirne sa Chomhar Creidmheasa.

Cuirfidh an Rialtas an Straitéis Náisiúnta Slándála Muirí faoi bhráid an phobail inniu.

Rising input costs. Supply chain uncertainty. Tightening environmental regulation. Increasing sustainability criteria in tenders. For many Longford SMEs, these pressures feel like added burdens. But what if the same pressures could become a competitive edge? Circular Advantage is a practical, results-focused event designed to show Longford SMEs how circular economy practices can directly improve profitability, reduce risk and unlock new growth opportunities. Taking place during Enterprise Week and hosted by award-winning broadcaster Ella McSweeney, the Circular Advantage event will take place on Tuesday, 3 March from 10am-12.30pm in Longford Golf Club. This event moves beyond theory to focus on what business owners care about most: cost control, contract wins and long-term resilience. What's in it for SMEs? Attendees will leave with clear, actionable insights on how to: — Reduce material and waste costs and improve operational efficiency — Strengthen supply chain security by reducing reliance on volatile inputs — Win more public and private sector contracts by meeting evolving sustainability and procurement requirements — Avoid compliance risks and future penalties by staying ahead of emerging Irish and EU legislation — Unlock new revenue streams through reuse, repair, service models and smarter product design — Improve access to green finance and ESG-aligned funding — Enhance brand reputation and customer trust — Build a more resilient, future-proof business model This is not about adding cost. It is about designing waste and inefficiency out of your business. Expert Guidance, Local Relevance The event features practical insights from industry leaders: — Valentina Tarasco, Assessment & Metrics Lead with the Circular Economy Team at Irish Manufacturing Research, will break down the current policy landscape and explain how circular practices deliver measurable financial and environmental returns. — John O'Shanahan of LeanBPI will demonstrate how Longford LEO's Lean for Business and Digital for Business programmes can act as immediate, low-risk entry points to improving cost efficiency and embedding circular thinking. — Tim Murphy of Circular Economy Company will share a real-world case study showing how reducing waste to landfill translated into tangible cost savings for a local business. The event concludes with a panel discussion hosted by Ella McSweeney, focused on practical implementation and the funding supports available to help SMEs take the next step. Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council, Cllr Garry Murtagh, said, "Longford businesses are as capable as any in Ireland of leading the shift to a more resource-efficient economy. Events like Circular Advantage show our SMEs that sustainability is not an added burden — it is a sharper way to run a business, win more work and reduce exposure to cost shocks. I would encourage every business owner and manager in the county to take their place at this event." Chief Executive of Longford County Council, Paddy Mahon, said, "Small businesses in Longford are already living with the effects of higher input costs and more demanding procurement requirements. Circular Advantage gives them a direct route to addressing both — not through theory, but through practical tools they can use in their businesses. Supporting our SME base to be leaner, more competitive and better placed to win contracts is a most welcome investment from the Just Transition Fund." A Strategic Opportunity for Longford The Circular Economy Project, Circular Advantage, is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund. The project aims to position Longford as a leading region in Ireland's shift toward a more resource-efficient and competitive economy. For SME owners and managers asking how to protect margins while staying ahead of regulatory and procurement demands, this event provides both the strategic clarity and practical tools to act now. Places are limited...

Tá bunscoileanna Cheantar Iorras Aithneach ag obair as lámh a chéile le cúpla bliain le hiarracht a dhéanamh na scoileanna beaga sa gceantar a choinneáil oscailte.

Ag caitheamh súil siar ar Ardfheis Chonradh na Gaeilge a bhí ar siúl i mBéal Feirste ag an deireadh seachtaine, plé fosta ar chearta teanga agus seirbhísí i nGaeilge atá ar fáil do phobal na Gaeilge agus na Gaeltachtaí ó eagraisí agus comhlachtaí poiblí.

Glacadh le moladh a rinne an Comhairleoir Tom Welby ag cruinniú Comhairle Contae inné go n-eagrófaí seisiún eolais idir Comhairleoirí Ceantar Bardasach Chonamara, Údarás na Gaeltachta, agus lucht pleanála na Comhairle, chun plé níos mine a dhéanamh ar chúrsaí tithíochta i gConamara.

Beidh cruinniú speisialta ag Comhairle Contae na Gaillimhe faoina haighneachtaí a tháinig isteach ar Leasú ar Phlean Forbartha an Chontae.

Tharla tine i gClubtheach CLG Ghaoth Dobhair ag an deireadh seachtaine agus a bhuíochas do roinnt daoine a chonaic an toit luath cuireadh smacht ar an tine in am ghairid.

Beidh agóid ar siúl maidin inniu taobh amuigh de Theach Laighean, ág cur brú ar an Aire Oideachais gealltanais a chomhlíonadh maidir le Gaelcholáiste Synge.

Bhí cruinniú ag an mgrúghrúpa títhíochta BÁNÚ le feidhmeannaigh na Comhairle Contae i nGaillimh tráthnóna inné.

Cathaoirleach an Tionóil Tomás Ó Gealbháin ag caint agus i mbun ceoil le Caoimhín Ó Fearghail.

Bliain caite ag an Aire sa bpost- BÁNÚ míshásta le easpa dul chun cinn.

Tá scéim nua curtha ar fáil d'fhéilte agus imeachtaí pobail i ndeisceart na tíre ag IRD Dúiche Ealla agus iad ag tairiscint cupáin athúsáide ar cíos.

Tá lucht leanúna na caide an Daingin ag ullmhú do chluiche ceannais sinsir caide na hÉireann, a bheidh ar siúl i bPáirc an Chrócaigh an Domhnach seo.