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It's a big week for golf in County Clare, with the Amgen Irish Open taking place at Doonbeg and the Walker Cup heading to Lahinch. And the excitement is being felt right across the county, including at East Clare Golf Club, where membership and visitor numbers have been on the rise.  The club has also seen a huge surge in junior membership, with numbers now reaching 175, while its greens have been receiving glowing reviews from golfers both at home and abroad.    Alan Morrissey was joined by East Clare Golf Club representative Nick Ryan to learn more. Photo (c) Clare FM

We present the first in a series of interviews with east Clare Sports personalities. This week - Killanena native Gerry O'Connor. An All-Ireland winning Joint Manager, Gerry  alongside Donal Moloney, guided a gifted Clare team to three successive U21 Hurling titles between 2012 and 2014 as well as subsequently being joint manager of the senior team for three years. He has also coached Éire Óg to County Final success in Club Hurling in 2025.    Presented by Leo Doyle and Pat McNamara.  Originally Broadcast 28th August 2026 Image: ©INPHO/Tommy Dickson

with Garda Cormac Fallon, Scariff Garda Station. Originally broadcast on SBCR on Saturday Chronicle 29th August  2026-  Interview as part of  broadcast live from the Derg Alliance Building SBCR Studio hosted by Marie McNamara and Trish Nugent.  Saturday Chronicle is kindly sponsored by James M Nash and Co and Derg Kitchen Design   http://dergkitchendesign.ie.    

Music lovers in East Clare are in for a special evening this Saturday, as acclaimed pianist, vocalist and composer Maja Elliott joins Italian flautist and multi-instrumentalist Marco Giaccaria for a unique house concert in Tuamgraney.  The performance at Karima's House Concert will blend classical music, jazz, improvisation, world music and original compositions, with special guests including vocalist Miriam O'Shea and guitarist Tom Portman.  Maja, Miriam and Tom joined Alan Morrissey to tell us more about the concert, their musical journeys, and what audiences can expect on Saturday night. Image (c) Maja Elliott

The Scariff Show celebrates a major milestone this weekend, with the 80th annual event taking place on Sunday at the Scariff Showgrounds in Fossabeg.  Alongside this year's livestock, equestrian, arts, crafts, horticulture and family events, the show's remarkable history is also being preserved through a new heritage project, documenting eight decades of memories, photographs and community stories.   Alan Morrissey was joined by Fiona Duggan, Committee Member of the Scariff Show, and Dr Tomás Mac Conmara, Director of Mac Conmara Heritage Consulting, to look ahead to this year's show and explore the legacy of this much-loved East Clare institution. Photo (c) Clare FM

The Irish premiere of the documentary film A State of Passion will take place at Ennistymon Courthouse Gallery on Thursday, September 3rd.   The film follows British-Palestinian reconstructive surgeon Dr Ghassan Abu Sittah and his experiences treating severely injured patients in Gaza's hospitals during the ongoing conflict.   The screening is being organised by East Clare for Palestine, with proceeds going to the Ghassan Abu Sittah Children's Fund, which supports his work with seriously injured children from Gaza and Lebanon.  To tell us more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Simone Maloney from East Clare For Palestine. Image (c) A State Of Passion

 is a nature advocate, educator, and artist and came into studio to talk about events taking place in and around Killanena and East Clare for Heritage week 2026, where the theme is nature at risk https://loughgrainey.org https://loughgrainey.org/blog/   Originally broadcast on SBCR on Saturday Chronicle 15th August  2026-  Interview as part of Saturday Chronicle broadcast live from the Derg Alliance Building SBCR Studio hosted by Brian Torpey and Jim Collins  Saturday Chronicle is kindly sponsored by James M Nash and Co and Derg Kitchen Design   http://dergkitchendesign.ie.

Introduced by Jim Collins Featuring the latest Match reports from across East Clare, with sporting updates across a number of codes including County and national Hurling, camogie, rugby and football. This week includes some exclusive content from the official opening of the new Feakle GAA Clubhouse. 0.52  Senior Camogie -Feakle Killanena v Scariff Ogonnelloe match report - Pauline McNamara 2.08 Interview David O'Sullivan Manager Scariff Ogonnelloe 6.11 Senior Camogie -Tulla v St. Joseph's - Match Report Lorraine O'Loughlin 8.12  Intermediate Camogie - Broadford Bodyke v Sixmilebridge - Match report Liam Doyle 10.35  Intermediate Camogie -Kilkishen v Crusheen - Match report Pat O'Brien 13.29 Premier Intermediate Hurling -Tulla v Smith O'Brien's - match report Brian Torpey 17.05 Pat O'Brien Hurling Championships Review 22.35 Pat O'Brien Camogie Championships Review SBCR did a live broadcast at the opening of the new clubhouse in Feakle on the 29th of August 2026. Below are some of the speeches and interviews from the day, with more to be broadcast next weekend.  27.15 Fr. Harry Bohan at Feakle Clubhouse Opening 33.12 Tim Murphy, chair of the Munster Council at Feakle Clubhouse Opening 39.02 Emer Higgins and Minister of State with special responsibility for Disability at Feakle Clubhouse Opening 43.00 Eibhear Quilligan at Feakle Clubhouse Opening   Originally broadcast 30th August 2026

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch to chat about the weekend's sporting fixtures. ~ TUS Senior Football Championship ~  Group 1:  - Cratloe v Doonbeg (Saturday, 3pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM - Éire óg v St. Joseph's Miltown Malbay (Saturday, 3pm) Group 2:  - Ennistymon v Kildysart (Saturday, 5pm) - St. Joseph's Doora Barefield v Kilmihill (Saturday, 5pm) Group 3:  - Lissycasey v St. Breckan's (Sunday, 1pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM - Corofin v Kilmurry Ibrickane (Sunday, 1pm) ~ Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship ~ - Scariff Ogonnelloe will be hoping to take another step toward the semi-finals of the Clare Credit Unions senior camogie championship this weekend  - The East Clare outfit are in pole position to take the top spot in Group Two after overcoming fellow former Munster champions Truagh Clonlara last time out.  - They face neighbours Feakle-Killanena on Friday evening where victory would leave them all but assured of the prime semi-final spot.  - Meanwhile, St Joseph's Doora Barefield and Tulla are facing a crucial game to save their status in the Clare Credit Unions senior camogie championship this weekend.  - The sides meet in Clooney this evening, knowing that victory will likely see them avoid dropping out of the top tier for 2027.  - Next year will see a reduced number of teams competing for the McMahon Cup and a new Premier Intermediate grade being introduced.  Image (c) Clare FM

News and events from around East Clare for the weekend  of the 28th-29th August 2026    -13.39 Weather forecast  sponsored by Paddy Punch engineering Scariff, read by Jim Collins   News sponsored by Boru Entertainment https://linktr.ee/boruentertainment

- is a practicing Clinical Psychologist and an Adjunct Associate Professor in the School of Psychology in University College Dublin but lives in East Clare.  He  specialises in working with teenagers and their families. In this interview with Brian and Jim, he talks about starting primary school and transitioning to second level and gives advice for parents on how to deal with these topics as the new school year approaches. https://davidcoleman.ie   Originally broadcast on SBCR on Saturday Chronicle 15th August  2026-  Interview as part of Saturday Chronicle broadcast live from the Derg Alliance Building SBCR Studio hosted by Brian Torpey and Jim Collins  Saturday Chronicle is kindly sponsored by James M Nash and Co and Derg Kitchen Design   http://dergkitchendesign.ie.  

With Gda Dave Moran Killaloe Garda station Originally broadcast on SBCR on Saturday Chronicle 15th August  2026-  Interview as part of  broadcast live from the Derg Alliance Building SBCR Studio hosted by Brian Torpey and Jim Collins  Saturday Chronicle is kindly sponsored by James M Nash and Co and Derg Kitchen Design   http://dergkitchendesign.ie.

Daragh Dolan was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch to chat about the weekend's sporting fixtures. ~ TUS Clare SFC ~ - Two different mini league tables could come into play to determine the final placings in Group Three of the TUS Clare senior football championship  - Kilmurry Ibrickane are guaranteed to at least secure a playoff spot ahead of their final round tie against Corofin, who could still secure top spot in the standings with victory.  - Lissycasey know that any result against St Breckan's will see them reach the knockout stages, while the North Clare men need to win in order to avoid the relegation battle.  - A three-way tie at either end of the table is still a possibility   Group 1:  - Cratloe v Doonbeg (Saturday, 3pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM - Éire óg v St. Joseph's Miltown Malbay (Saturday, 3pm)  Group 2:  - Ennistymon v Kildysart (Saturday, 5pm) - St. Joseph's Doora Barefield v Kilmihill (Saturday, 5pm) Group 3:  - Lissycasey v St. Breckan's (Sunday, 1pm) - LIVE ON CLARE FM - Corofin v Kilmurry Ibrickane (Sunday, 1pm) ~ Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship ~ - Scariff Ogonnelloe will be hoping to take another step toward the semi-finals of the Clare Credit Unions senior camogie championship this weekend  - The East Clare outfit are in pole position to take the top spot in Group Two after overcoming fellow former Munster champions Truagh Clonlara last time out.  - They face neighbours Feakle-Killanena on Friday evening where victory would leave them all but assured of the prime semi-final spot.  - Meanwhile, St Joseph's Doora Barefield and Tulla are facing a crucial game to save their status in the Clare Credit Unions senior camogie championship this weekend.  - The sides meet in Clooney this evening, knowing that victory will likely see them avoid dropping out of the top tier for 2027.  - Next year will see a reduced number of teams competing for the McMahon Cup and a new Premier Intermediate grade being introduced. Image (c) Clare FM

Lough Derg is far more than the River Shannon's largest lake. For East Clare, it is part of the landscape, the economy and the identity of the region. A natural asset that shapes how people live, work and spend their leisure time.   From Killaloe and Ballina, through Tuamgraney and Scariff, to Mountshannon, communities have grown alongside Lough Derg and depend on its waters and shores.   Its beaches, walking trails, sailing, kayaking, angling, wildlife and waterside amenities attract visitors, support local businesses and contribute to the quality of life of people who live here.  But what happens if the health of Lough Derg begins to decline?  What would worsening water quality, algal blooms, rising temperatures, drought and falling water levels mean for the communities, businesses and ecosystems that depend on it?   To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Puneeta Sreenivas from the Sustainable Water Network (SWAN). Photo (c) Visit Clare

Introduced by Jim Collins Featuring the latest Match reports from across East Clare, with sporting updates across a number of codes including County and national Hurling, camogie, rugby and football.  Includes reports from round 3 of the Hurling club championships and Round 2 of the Camogie Championships CAMOGIE 0.55 Pauline McNamara Camogie Feakle Killanena v St. Joseph's 1.59 Paschal Sheedy Camogie Scariff Ogonnelloe v Truagh Clonlara SENIOR HURLING 5.28 Ray Nelson Hurling Feakle v Cratloe 11.35 Interview Aaron Carroll (Cratloe) 15.44 Pat O'Brien Hurling O'Callaghan's Mills v Clooney Quin 20.13 Alphie Rodgers Hurling Scariff v Cratloe 25.36 Interview Donal Moloney (Scariff) PREMIER INTERMEDIATE HURLING 29.22 Hurling Sean O'Halloran Bodyke v Ruan INTERMEDIATE HURLING 31.50 Hurling Ogonnelloe v O'Callaghan's Mills 33.40 Interview Matthew Horan (Ogonnelloe) 35.52 Pat O'Brien looks at the quarter finals and relegation draws

Introduced by Jim Collins Featuring the latest Match reports from across East Clare, with sporting updates across a number of codes including County and national Hurling, camogie, rugby and football. Includes reports from round 2 of the Hurling club championships and Round 1 of the Camogie Championships Senior Camogie -00.40 Scariff Ogonnelloe v Tulla - Report Paschal Sheedy -02.50 Feakle Killanena v TruaghClonlara Report Pauline McNamara Intermediate Camogie -04.49 Kilkishen v Eire Og Report Pat O'Brien   Premier Intermediate Hurling -08.18 Bodyke v Tulla Report Sean O'Halloran   Senior Hurling 10.20 O Callaghans Mills v Cratloe Report Pat O'Brien 17.09 Clooney Quinn v Feakle - Post match interview Ryan Taylor Clooney Quinn 19.09 Standings and permutations in Senior Championship and standings after two rounds in Premier and Intermediate

Gradam  Cheoil young musician of the year award  winner in 2021,comes from a strong musical background and talks about the East Clare tradition in music. Originally broadcast  live from  the SBCR studio at the Derg Actrive Alliance Community Building Scariff as part of Saturday Chronicle 8th August 2026 hosted by Tom Hanley and PA Moore  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

Feakle Killanena will be looking to bounce back from their opening round defeat in the Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship this weekend. The East Clare outfit were beaten by five points by 2024 County Champions Truagh Clonlara last week, without the services of county star Lorna McNamara. St.Joseph's Doora Barefield provide the opposition in Round 2 on Friday evening, with the Parish fresh off a bye in the opening weekend. Clare FM analyst Derek Dormer says Feakle Killanena were unlucky to be on the wrong end of the result against the 2024 champions.

Joining Alan Morrissey earlier was East Clare writer Eileen Donnellan, who has just been named one of 12 winners of the Irish Writers Centre International Debut Novel Competition.  Eileen was selected from 804 submissions across 38 countries for her novel The Notion of Words, which explores grief, secrets and the impact of false beliefs.  Originally from East Clare and now living in Croatia, Eileen will have the opportunity next month to pitch her novel directly to leading publishers and literary agents. Photo (c) Eileen Donnellan via Aspire PR

News and events from around East Clare for the weekend  of the 15th -16th AUGUST 2026   -13.35 Weather forecast  sponsored by Paddy Punch engineering Scariff, read by Jim Collins  News sponsored by Boru Entertainment https://linktr.ee/boruentertainment

As children grow up and leave home, it can be a time of huge change — bringing a sense of freedom for some, but loneliness and a loss of routine and purpose for others.  East Clare Community Co-op in Scariff is exploring the idea of creating a regular social space for women experiencing that “empty nest” stage of life, with everything from crafts and cooking to yoga, mindfulness and simply having a chat.  Alan Morrissey was joined by Heidi Lamminan, Training and Development Coordinator with East Clare Community Co-op, to hear more about the idea and what local women would like to see. Image (c) East Clare Community Co-op

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady to chat about the weekend's sporting fixtures. ~ TUS Senior Football Championship ~  Group 1:  - Éire Óg 2-15 Doonbeg 3-9 (Saturday) - Cratloe 0-20 St. Joseph's Miltown Malbay 3-13 (Saturday) Group 2:  - St. Joseph's Doora Barefield 3-12 Kildysart 3-12 (Saturday) - Ennistymon 1-19 Kilmihill 0-6 (Sunday) Group 3:  - Lissycasey 0-12 Kilmurry Ibrickane 1-16 (Friday) - Corofin 1-13 St. Breckan's 0-9 (Sunday) ~ Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship ~ - Defending champions Inagh-Kilnamona take on last years' intermediate champions Clooney-Quin in the opening game of Group One in Kilmaley – 1-26 to 1-2  - Also in Group One, Clarecastle-Ballyea face Newmarket on Fergus at Fr McNamara Park – 0-8 to 1-14  - There's an East Clare derby in Clareabbey as Tulla take on Scariff-Ogonnelloe – 1-3 to 0-22  - Truagh-Clonlara begin their campaign against Feakle-Killanena in Kilkishen – 4-7 to 1-11  ~ Ladies Football Senior Championship ~ Group A:  - Éire Óg v Kilmurry Ibrickane (Sunday, 2pm) - Doora Barefield v Kilmihill (Sunday, 3:30pm) Group B:  - Fergus Rovers v Burren Gaels (Sunday, 1:30pm) - Liscannor v Banner (Sunday, 2pm) Image (c) Clare FM

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch to chat about the weekend's sporting fixtures. ~ TUS Senior Football Championship ~  Group 1:  - Éire Óg v Doonbeg (Saturday, 4pm) - Cratloe v St. Joseph's Miltown Malbay (Saturday, 5pm) Group 2:  - St. Joseph's Doora Barefield v Kildysart (Saturday, 1pm) - Ennistymon v Kilmihill (Sunday, 1pm)  Group 3:  - Lissycasey v Kilmurry Ibrickane (Friday, 6:45pm) - Corofin v St. Breckan's (Sunday, 3pm)  ~ Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship ~ - There are four games down for decision this evening in the opening round of the 2026 Clare Credit Unions senior camogie championship.   - Defending champions Inagh-Kilnamona take on last years intermediate champions Clooney-Quin in the opening game of Group One in Kilmaley, while also in that group, Clarecastle-Ballyea face Newmarket on Fergus at Fr McNamara Park.  - There's an East Clare derby in Clareabbey as Tulla take on Scariff-Ogonnelloe while Truagh-Clonlara begin their campaign against Feakle-Killanena in Kilkishen, will all those games underway at 7pm   Image (c) Clare FM

- who runs the popular online page of Old Photos of East Clare  on Facebook also has a selection of photos viewable at the harbour Festival again this year. While talking live on stage, they made another connection.   https://www.facebook.com/oldphotoseastclare/ Originally broadcast  live from  the Main stage at Scariff Harbour Festival as part of Saturday Chronicle 1st August 2026 hosted by Marie Mcnamara and Trish Nugent.  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  

- is originally from Clarecastle but has strong roots to East Clare with her father hailing from Tuamgraney and visited Marie and Trish prior to the festival. She spoke about her online presence and chosen career path, being an influencer and also about her strong love of camogie and living in New York for the last two years. This and much more in an extensive interview. Follow Amie on socials instagram.com/amie_wiley tiktok.com/@amie_wiley https://www.youtube.com/@amie_wiley info@activewithamie.com Originally broadcast  live from  the Main stage at Scariff Harbour Festival as part of Saturday Chronicle 1st August 2026 hosted by Marie Mcnamara and Trish Nugent.  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  

Clare TUS  Senior Hurling Championship  Round  2 Game played @TULLA GAA Sunday 8th August 2026 @3.30pm. Match commentary from Leo Doyle  with Pat McNamara on analysis 00.00 Introduction and teams 06.40 Start of first half 37.34 Half Time analysis 42.14 Second Half 1.15.29 Post match analysis 1.18.02 Interview Ryan Taylor LAST ONE STANDING COMPETITION Please show your support for Leo and Pat and all our Sportsline team for the great coverage they give to all our East Clare teams and clubs. click on https://hub.klubfunder.com/ScariffBayCommunityRadio/competitionmanager/active/leaderboard and SCROLL DOWN to see the last man standing competition. Closing date Fri 21st August 2026 12 Noon   Click the link blow to listen to the Round 2 Previews -Sportsline 2026 Ep 27- PODCAST EARLY EDITION - ROUND 2 County Hurling Championships  PREVIEW https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fehjz-1b2d592

Clare TUS  Senior Hurling Championship  Round  2 Game played @Sixmilebridge GAA Saturday 8th August 2026 @6pm. Match commentary from Leo Doyle  with Pat McNamara and Danny Chaplin on analysis.  00.00 Introduction and teams 05.35 Start of first half 37.47 Half Time analysis 43.50 Second Half 1.23.09 Post match analysis LAST ONE STANDING COMPETITION Please show your support for Leo and Pat and all our Sportsline team for the great coverage they give to all our East Clare teams and clubs. You can aclick on https://hub.klubfunder.com/ScariffBayCommunityRadio/competitionmanager/active/leaderboard and SCROLL DOWN to see the last man standing competition. Closing date Fri 21st August 2026 12 Noon Click the link blow to listen to the Round 2 Previews -Sportsline 2026 Ep 27- PODCAST EARLY EDITION - ROUND 2 County Hurling Championships  PREVIEW https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fehjz-1b2d592  

Clare TUS  Premier Intermediate Round  Game played @Clonlara GAA Saturday 8th August 2026   @3.30pm.  Match commentary from Leo Doyle  with Pat McNamara and Sean O'Halloran on analysis.  00.00 Introduction and teams 04.08 Start of first half 38.09 Half Time analysis 43.50 Second Half 1.23.09 Post match analysis LAST ONE STANDING COMPETITION Please show your support for Leo and Pat and all our Sportsline team for the great coverage they give to all our East Clare teams and clubs. You can click on https://hub.klubfunder.com/ScariffBayCommunityRadio/competitionmanager/active/leaderboard and SCROLL DOWN to see the last man standing competition. Closing date Fri 21st August 2026 12 Noon Click the link blow to listen to the Round 2 Previews -Sportsline 2026 Ep 27- PODCAST EARLY EDITION - ROUND 2 County Hurling Championships  PREVIEW https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-fehjz-1b2d592  

Tool theft continues to be a growing problem across the country, with tradespeople in counties including Limerick, Donegal, Dublin and Kildare among the latest victims.   It's an issue that's also been affecting many workers here in East Clare, where stolen tools can mean lost income, cancelled jobs, and higher insurance costs.   Now, Fine Gael Senator PJ Murphy is calling for tougher penalties, including a mandatory minimum three-year prison sentence for the theft, burglary, robbery or handling of stolen work equipment.   Joining Alan Morrissey to discuss the impact of these crimes and whether new legislation is the answer were Matthew Moroney, Founder of East Clare Community Alerts, and Fine Gael Senator PJ Murphy. Photo (c) A. Hart from Getty Images via Canva

Originally broadcast  live from  the Main stage at Scariff Harbour Festival as part of Saturday Chronicle 1st August 2026 hosted by Marie Mcnamara and Trish Nugent.  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

The countdown is on to one of the highlights of the traditional music calendar as the 39th Feakle Festival gets underway from the 5th to the 10th of August. With six days of concerts, workshops, céilís, singing sessions and world-class traditional music, the festival continues to attract performers and visitors from across Ireland and around the globe. This year's programme also celebrates the rich musical heritage of East Clare, with a special opening night presentation by Tulla fiddle player, Sorcha Costello. Joining Alan Morrissey on the show were festival organiser, Aoife Hayes and Sorcha Costello to tell us what's in store for this year's festival.

Plans for the development of a landbank providing eight serviced sites for new private homes in an East Clare village will be unveiled this evening. Clare County Council is holding an open public consultation event in Feakle Community Centre today from 6pm to 8pm. The development - which is the second of its kind in Clare - is funded by the Department of Housing's Ready to Build Scheme and will include a new service road with associated footpaths, public amenity open space and required site services. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Hayes has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons the project will serve people who've rarely been considered until now.

On this week's Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn visits visit East Clare to hear about bells, big and small. In Mountshannon, we'll meet members of the East Clare Handbell Ringers before making our way to Killaloe to hear about bigger bells, in the tower of St Flannan's Cathedral.

A garda sergeant who lost his life in a road traffic collision in East Clare over the weekend is being remembered as a "very popular man" who's left a hole in An Garda Síochána. Long-time Broadford resident, Sergeant Andrew O'Riordan, was killed in a single-vehicle collision on the R466 at Gortnaglough outside Broadford on Sunday evening. The County Cork native was a father of five and was stationed at Mayorstone Park in Limerick for the past two decades. Clare Garda Representative Association representative Dominic Curtin says it shows no one is immune to the dangers of the roads.

Broadford coach Ger Hickey is hailing the display they delivered after half time that saw them claim an opening round victory in the TUS Clare Senior Hurling Championship. The East-Clare side sit second in Group 2 behind Éire Óg after their 0-27 to 0-22 win over Scariff. Scariff led by five points at the break, but a brilliant second half showing saw Broadford outscore their rivals by nine points. Hickey has been telling Clare FM's Derek Dormer the changes they made at half time proved crucial. Elsewhere, Kilmaley will head into the next round on top of Group 4 after their win over Newmarket. A strong finish to the game which saw Conor Cleary notch 1-1 helped Kilmaley secure the two points on a score of 1-22 to 1-17. Boss Brian Culbert says they struggled to get to grips with Newmarket's first half intensity.

2024 Champions Feakle sit atop Group 3 after their opening round victory on Saturday evening. Ger Conway's side claimed the bragging rights in an East-Clare derby, defeating O'Callaghan's Mills 0-28 to 0-18. Man of the Match Shane McGrath says they're pleased to start off on the right foot against one of the form teams in the county.

The Scariff Harbour Festival returns for a vibrant four-day celebration of the rich heritage, natural beauty, and community spirit of East Clare. (July 30th to August 2nd.)  From live music and local history to lakeside walks, arts and crafts, family entertainment, and water-based activities, the festival offers something for everyone.   Festival co-founder Harry O'Meara joined Derrick Lynch to discuss how the event has grown into one of the region's highlights. Image (c) Scariff Harbour Festival

Almost €400K in funding has been secured for public infrastructure upgrades across two East Clare villages. Killaloe Municipal District has confirmed an allocation of €100K to carry out traffic calming measures in Kilkishen near the National School, GAA Club and Plunkett Drive. A further €80,000 has been ringfenced for footpath upgrades in Feakle, while a sum of over €207,000 will go towards improvements to the Kilbarron Approach Road. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Hayes says it's hugely significant.

Coillte says it's liaising with the gardaí in relation to unauthorised camping at an East Clare beauty spot. The semi-state forestry body has confirmed camping isn't permitted in the vicinity of the Cahermurphy Loop and the White Sands on the banks of Lough Graney in Flagmount. It says it's aware of groups illegally camping at the location and says it will "continue to liaise closely with gardaí to address any breaches of Coillte bylaws". Local Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Hayes believes it's a potential fire risk.

The incoming Cathaoirleach of the Killaloe Municipal District  has pledged to continue the "harmony" in East Clare local politics while standing against plans that could harm the region.    Fine Gael Councillor Pat Burke has handed the chain of office to Fianna Fáil Councillor Tony O'Brien who'll take his fourth turn in the Cathaoirleach's chair since first being elected in 2004.    The Killaloe native, who previously served as a National Bus and Rail Union official, was also Mayor of Clare from 2022 to 2023.    The changing of the guard took place at the annual general meeting of Killaloe MD in the Killaloe/Ballina Community and Family Resource Centre.    Clare FM's Seán Lyons went along and spoke to the new Cathaoirleach who expressed that it was the perfect setting for the occasion.  Meanwhile, in the Shannon Municipal District, Clonlara Independent Councillor Michael Begley has been appointed Cathaoirleach for the second time in three years.     He succeeds Cllr John Crowe in the role and will be supported by Leas Cathaoirleach Cllr David Griffin.     Cllr Begley has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan about the areas where he wants to see improvements. Photo (c) kasto via Canva

This July, a unique walking experience will invite people to step back in time and discover the rich history, heritage and natural beauty of East Clare.   The East Clare Ború Walk follows a route linked to Ireland's legendary High King, Brian Ború, taking participants on a guided 20-kilometre journey from Ballycuggaran near Killaloe to the historic St. Cronan's Church in Tuamgraney.  Joining Alan Morrissey to tell us more about this fascinating event is Arleen White, Coordinator of Clare Walks Ltd. Photo (c) Clare Walks Ltd.

An Oireachtas committee's been told that a housing development in East Clare has been stalled for three years due to wastewater capacity issues. Kilkishen is one of three villages in Clare where according to Uisce Éireann, there's no additional wastewater capacity or projects planned to address this. In 2024, the local authority refused plans for a 60-unit scheme in the village due to sewerage deficiencies. Responding to Clare Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney, Department of Housing Deputy Secretary General Garret Doocey insists funds are being made available to rectify these problems.

As part of World Refugee Week, a unique event is taking place in East Clare that shines a light on the stories, cultures and experiences of people who have made Clare their home from countries across the world.   Migrant Voices – Every Voice Matters is a collaboration between the Clare Local Authority Integration Team and Cuimhneamh an Chláir, bringing together members of migrant communities to share their stories through conversation, oral history and cultural exchange.  Joining Alan Morrissey earlier today to tell us more about the project and the upcoming event are Paula Carroll, Project Manager with Cuimhneamh an Chláir, and Fiona Cahill, Integration Support Worker with Clare County Council. Image (c) Irish Refugee Council via LinkedIn

A unique evening of storytelling is coming to East Clare. Balor Otherworld will be bringing tales from the land, the old ways and beyond to Alfa Steiner Secondary School in East Clare on Saturday, June 13th. The evening promises stories inspired by Irish mythology and folklore, with themes of nature, imagination and the rich traditions of Ireland's Otherworld. Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to tell us more was storyteller Tommy Lanigan, A.K.A. Balor Otherworld.  Image (c) Tommy Lanigan

Residents served by the Newport Water Treatment Plant have been living under a Boil Water Notice since May 20th, with many expressing frustration at the lack of clarity around when the issue will be resolved. Concerns have also been raised about communication from Uisce Éireann and the absence of alternative water supplies for affected households. The situation comes as Uisce Éireann prepares for another community engagement event on the proposed Shannon Pipeline later this month, prompting some residents to question confidence in the utility's ability to deliver major infrastructure projects. To discuss these issues, Alan Morrissey was joined by local resident Yvonne Moloney and Killaloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Tony O'Brien. Photo (c) Uisce Eireann

Volunteers are being sought for a popular meals on wheels service expanding into North Clare. Obair has announced that its Inagh route is being extended into Ennistymon in response to demand. Established in Newmarket-on-Fergus over 20 years ago, the Obair Meals on Wheels service also has bases in Kilrush and Lisdoonvarna, and is planning to move into East Clare this summer. Service Coordinator with Obair, Eimear Murphy, says the more volunteers they have on their roster, the better the service can function.

Concerns are growing in East Clare following another incident of illegal dumping in the Kilkishen area, where a large quantity of household waste was discovered—some of which appears to have been deliberately set on fire at the roadside. Kilkishen Tidy Towns has strongly condemned the incident, saying burning rubbish is “never the answer” and highlighting the environmental and community impact of illegal dumping. The issue comes amid wider calls across Clare for stronger enforcement, with discussions ongoing about the potential use of CCTV in known dumping blackspots. To discuss what happened in Kilkishen, the impact on the local community, and what more can be done to tackle illegal dumping, Alan Morrissey was joined by Olivia King of Kilkishen Tidy Towns and O'Callaghan's Mills Fine Gael Councillor Conor Ryan. Photos (c) Kilkishen Tidy Towns via Facebook

Music lovers in East Clare are in for a special treat this weekend as acclaimed pianist, singer and composer Maja Elliott joins forces with Italian composer and multi-instrumentalist Marco Giaccaria for a unique performance in Tuamgraney. Part of The Aşvarya Tour, the concert promises an evening that blends classical music, jazz, improvisation, world music traditions and original compositions. Between them, Maja and Marco bring a wealth of international experience, having performed across the globe and collaborated with artists from a wide range of musical backgrounds. Maja's work has been featured on RTÉ Lyric FM, while her composition Waterfall premiered at the National Concert Hall in 2024. Marco, meanwhile, has released more than 80 albums and is renowned for his work across genres ranging from early music and Irish traditional music to contemporary composition and jazz. Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to tell us more about the concert, their musical journeys and what audiences can expect on Sunday evening were Maja Elliott and Marco Giaccaria. Image (c) Maja Elliott via Band Camp

This year marks a major milestone for one of East Clare's best-loved community events as Scariff Agricultural Show celebrates its 80th anniversary.  To mark the occasion, a new Heritage Council-funded project is underway to document and preserve the rich history of the Show, and organisers are now appealing to the public for photographs, programmes, memorabilia and personal memories that tell the story of the event since its beginnings in 1944.   The Eight Decades of the Scariff Show: Oral and Community Heritage Project will create a permanent digital archive, capturing the experiences of volunteers, exhibitors, farmers and families who have helped shape the Show over the past eight decades.  Joining Alan Morrissey this morning to tell him more about the project, the public appeal and why preserving these stories is so important are Dr Tomás Mac Conmara of Mac Conmara Heritage Consulting, along with Scariff Show Committee members Paddy Doyle and John Blake. Photo (c) Clare FM

There's currently no one working in nursing or general support in either of Clare's Children's Disability Network Teams. New data which has come to light at the latest meeting of the HSE Regional Health Forum Midwest has revealed significant recruitment issues in both of the county's CDNTs, with the East Clare team have a vacancy rate of 20%. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare mothers, Kate Finn and Shirley Conway. Photo (c) anyaberkut from Getty Images Pro via Canva.com