Podcasts about Ennis

Thursday night  in Tokyo, WBO welterweight champ Brian Norman will make the second defense of his version of the 147 lb. world title against tough, unbeaten challenger Jin Sasaki in a scheduled 12 rounder.Prior to departing for Japan last week, Norman (27-0, 21 KOs) out of Conyers, GA, joined our insider Dan Rafael to talk more about his willingness to go to the Far East for this defense. Sasaki is a solid puncher at 19-1-1, 17 KOs.The two go one on one and also covered the possibility of Norman meeting IBF/WBA welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis in a unification battle later this year. Plus, whether Ennis is now the one reluctant to do that or not?It's all part of this special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tatjana Simakova to discuss the real struggles of parenting teens today, from emotional shutdowns to screen-time battles and why so many parents feel lost and alone. Tatjana is a psychotherapist and art therapist based in Ennis, who has spent over 12 years supporting teenagers and their families through emotional and behavioural challenges. She's also launching Salvus parenTEENg, a new national support space for parents, and she's offering our listeners early access.

This weekend, Tim Smyth Park in Ennis will be filled with hope, music, and community spirit for Relay for Life Clare, a 24-hour event from 2pm Saturday, June 21st to 2pm Sunday. It's all about walking together to fight cancer, honour survivors, and remember loved ones. With live music, family fun, and the moving Candle of Hope ceremony at dusk, it promises to be a powerful and uplifting gathering. And yes, Clare FM will be there live on Saturday! To find out more Alan Morrissey was joined by Relay For Life Clare Committee Member, Olive Walsh and Cancer Survivor & Relay For Life Clare Committee Member, Lorraine White.

Ennis has been restored to one of the top five tidiest towns in Ireland in the latest anti-litter league survey. The county town, now ranked just behind Naas, has regained its ‘Cleaner than European Norms' status, with nine out of ten areas surveyed receiving an A grade — up from five in December. An Taisce praised recent enhancement works on O'Connell and Henry Street, describing the streetscapes as “lovely,” and highlighted major improvement at the Dunnes Stores Car Park, which went from the least tidy area to earning a top grade. To dicuss this further Peter O'Connell was joined by Councillor Mary Howard and Conor Horgan of IBAL. PHOTO CREDIT: (c) IBAL

Clare County Council is being urged to set about acquiring a disused piece of land in Ennis with a view to turning it into a playground or leisure area. Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Daly has identified an overgrown vacant site located behind St Joseph's Hospital in the centre of the Crescent estate. Ennis Municipal District says the site in question isn't in Council ownership but it can "investigate the ownership issue further with a view to legally acquiring" it if there is sufficient interest. Councillor Daly says there's scope for an amenity that would be of great benefit to residents.

The issue of RPZs dominated the political agenda over the week. We hear a report from Peter O'Connell in Ennis, and then an update from political reporter Sandra Hurley.

Optimism has been expressed that the Ennis Town Bus Service will be up-and-running by September. According to the National Transport Authority, the long-awaited service will have seven in 10 Ennis residents living within 400 metres of a bus stop while nine out of 10 being within 800 metres of one. Clare County Council's website states the bus is "scheduled for commencement during the first quarter of 2025". Ennis Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard says it's very much "in the ether".

In this week's Fraud Friday, Laci is joined by AJ Gibson and Emile Ennis Jr. (Confess Your Mess Pod) to discuss the Australian identity thief who had a clear obsession with conning cops. Plus, a California man pleads guilty to a $1.1 million art fraud scheme. Stay Schemin'! (Originally Released 09/27/2021) CON-gregation, catch Laci's TV Show, Scam Goddess, now on Freeform and Hulu!Order “Scam Goddess: Lessons from a Life of Cons, Grifts and Schemes" here: Hachette Book Group Follow on Instagram:Scam Goddess Pod: @scamgoddesspodLaci Mosley: @divalaciAJ Gibson: @_ajgibsonEmile Ennis Jr.: @emileennisjr Research by Kaelyn Brandt SOURCES:https://www.nbcsandiego.com/news/local/escondido-man-pleads-guilty-to-role-in-million-dollar-art-forgery-fraud/2689224/https://www.theage.com.au/technology/a-woman-dicing-with-the-law-20060708-ge2o8z.htmlhttps://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/real-life/jody-harris-fraud-53846https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/law-order/con-artists-jody-harris-is-australias-queen-of-con-artists/news-story/5e8382e5598e417f96d92721c28f2671https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/ipad/extract-the-queen-of-con-part-1/news-story/0c44c3719d9f344b6a366f8f1a0a37da Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/scam.

Clare's success at converting their opportunities for two-pointers has been tipped as the deciding factor for determining their fate in the All Ireland Senior Football Championship Peter Keane's side will be hoping to keep their season alive on Sunday afternoon when they face Louth in Laois Hire O'Moore Park in a winner takes all clash. Clare kicked four first half two-pointers against Monaghan in Clones, while hitting a further two in their game with Down in Round 1. Clare FM analyst Joe Garry says at least 25 points will be needed to secure a preliminary quarter final place. Throw in on Sunday is at 2pm, with commentary on Clare FM with Ennis Home Furniture Quinn road Business Park, Ennis and Jones's Supervalu Milltown

Record numbers of schools have had to seek emergency financial assistance from the Department of Education this year, as they struggle to meet dramatically increased running costs with inadequate funding. That is according to the Catholic Primary School Management Association (CPSMA). The management body says an urgent increase in financial support for primary schools from the State is needed so that they can meet basic running costs. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by the Principal of St Connaire's Primary School in Shannon, Peter Walsh and Assistant Principal of CBS Primary School in Ennis,Colm Davoren. Image (c) Maths Backgrounds Math and School Supplies Flatlay by Sandra Dans from corelens via Canva.

A family gathering worth an estimated quarter of a million euro to the Clare economy is taking place this weekend. Over 150 members of the O'Dea clan from around the world are descending on the Banner County for their latest international gathering. Extended members of the family are coming together to mark 707 years since their ancestors were involved in the Battle of Dysart O'Dea. A full weekend of activities, including a special exhibition, in partnership with the O'Dea Clan Convention, lie in store for the weekend. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by Organiser of the Clan gathering, Shane O ‘Dea and incoming Chieftain from St Charles, Missouri, Kevin O'Day. Photo(C): Clare FM

It's feared Ennis will be "hamstrung" unless urgent action is taken to increase wastewater capacity. Ennis Municipal District has confirmed no new planning permissions can be given in the south of Ennis or in Clarecastle at present as the Clareabbey Wastewater Treatment Plant is at full capacity. The body has now written to Uisce Éireann requesting details on plans to expand or improve the current network. Clarecastle Fine Gael Councillor Paul Murphy has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons swift action is required to prevent the county town and its environs from being brought to a standstill.

A show with a difference is coming to Ennis next week. Glór will play host to Mosh next Wednesday (18th June). It is described as a “raucous dance-theatre show that explores a (sometimes) misunderstood subculture with humour, heart and a whole lot of headbanging.” Mosh is directed by dance artist Rachel Ní Bhraonáin, who created the show, and choreographed by her long-time collaborator Robyn Byrne. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by dance artist, Rachel Ní Bhraonáin. Photo(C): https://glor.ie/events/rachel-ni-bhraonain-presents-mosh/

It's claimed Clare need to prepared to withstand constant pressure and be wary of retribution in their do or die clash with Louth this weekend. The Banner round off their Sam Maguire group stage campaign on Sunday with a trip to Laois Hire O'Moore Park in Portlaoise to face the Leinster Champions, with the winners progressing to an All Ireland preliminary quarter final. Peter Keane's side delivered a strong performance in their Round 2 defeat to Monaghan in Clones, kicking 14 first half points including four two-pointers, while Cillian Brennan and Cillian Rouine are hoped to return to bolster the backline. Clare FM analyst Paudie Carmody says if the defence can hold firm, the firepower is there to punish Louth. Throw in on Sunday is at 2pm, with commentary on Clare FM with Ennis Home Furniture Quinn road Business Park, Ennis and Jones's Supervalu Milltown

Immaginate un mondo leggermente diverso dal nostro. Leggermente. Un mondo dove le multinazionali dominano le vite altrui e dove tutto è mosso dal denaro e dal controllo totale. Con una piccola differenza: in questo mondo, i supereroi esistono. Più super che eroi, a dire il vero. Da questo presupposto nasce "The Boys", l'opera migliore di Garth Ennis dai tempi di "Preacher". Una serie a fumetti che fa satira sul mondo dei supereroi ma che aggiorna anche la visione cinica e tragica che Ennis ha dell'America. "Hai pensato a quello che farai se fosse vero?" " No" "E perché diavolo no?" "Perché non voglio che sia vero. Ecco perché" Apparentemente "The Boys" si prende un intervallo dagli eventi che hanno sconvolto il gruppo ma non è così poiché con la delirante avventura di Hughie all'interno del gruppo dei Superduper, Garth Ennis vuole raccontarci l'essenza dell'intero racconto.

Clare County Council has committed to meeting the Department of Transport to ensure the delivery of the Ennis Northern Inner Relief Road. Locally dubbed "The Road to Nowhere" it was envisaged to link the Lahinch Road at Claureen to the Tulla Road , however only a 520m section connecting the Gort Road Industrial Estate to the Clare Technology Park was built. It will cost over €10m to finish the project, and now a developer owning lands along the route has claimed it's locked out of building approximately 260 houses without its completion. Mayor of Ennis Clare-Colleran Molloy says it's an unacceptable situation.

Residents of a Clare housing estate are reportedly afraid to allow their children out by themselves due a growing anti-social behaviour problem. Fine Gael Councillor Mary Howard has called for vegetation to be cut back at the entrance to Elm Park in Ennis amid reports of alcohol consumption and other "unsavoury" behaviour at the site. Ennis Municipal District claims the remains of a tree in the area knocked by Storm Éowyn have now been removed while it says any known instances of anti-social behaviour are to be reported to the Gardaí. Councillor Howard says people trying to raise their families shouldn't have to put up with these issues outside their own homes.

Donna McGrath is in the process of establishing a new business in Ennis: a psychotherapy and counselling service, but in a creative way. Check out Donna's Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/solas_psychotherapy?igsh=MXV4cHMxbXR3eGg0dw%3D%3D To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Donna McGrath. Photo(C): Donna McGrath's Instagram

A serious case of neglect has come to light in Clare involving two animals left indoors without food or water for several days. Clare's County Dog Warden as well as representatives of the Gardaí and Clare County Council inspected an Ennis house last week following reports of a dog being left inside unattended. When they gained access to the house, they also discovered a cat trapped in a bathroom without food or water in a dehydrated state. Frankie Coote says both animals are now in good health but the outcome could've been very different.

A leading housing charity says the devil will be in the detail of proposed rental changes that will affect the Ennis and Shannon electoral area. Under new plans to be discussed by cabinet this week, rents for newly built properties in Rent Pressure Zones will no longer be capped at 2% annually, but instead be tied to the rate of inflation. It's expected however, that the 2% rate will be retained for existing tenancies. Threshold Advocacy Manager Ann Marie O'Reily has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that renters will be at risk if the legislation is rushed through.

Clare County Council is joining forces with Ennis Medical Center and other key services in Clare to promote Men's Health this June. They will be hosting an event this Thursday (12th June), at the Buttermarket, Drumbiggle, Ennis, from 9:15am to 1pm, followed by a light lunch with the option to attend a walk in Lees Road after the event. Men's Health Week is an international event running from today (Monday, 9th June), to this Sunday (15th June). Alan Morrissey was joined by Samantha McCarthy and Dr Fergus Glynn from Ennis Medical.

A healthcare & childcare recruitment event will take place in Ennis next week, the 10th of June. The event at the College of FET, Ennis Campus sees Employability Clare partnering with a number of stakeholders (Depart. of Social Protection, Clare Local Development Company, LCETB). To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Employment Coach at Employability Clare, Jennifer Coleman, and Guidance Counsellor from LCETB, Michael Donnellan. Photo(C): Clare FM

A Minister of State insists the Government is listening to the plight of tourist dependent food-led business in Clare that are dealing with soaring operating costs. Minister for Small Business and Retail Alan Dillon is in Ennis today to attend a meeting of the Mid-West Regional Enterprise Plan (REP) Steering Committee meeting and to engage with local firms. The Government has signalled plans to cut the hospitality VAT rate from 13.5% in Budget 2026, however the Restaraunts Association of Ireland has called for this to be accelerated after 150 food-led business closed between January and March this year alone. Minister Dillon has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that supports are forthcoming.

Ennis has a new tattoo studio.  Clare-based French tattoo artist, Lucie Kelly, has opened ‘Wee Lucie' on Kelly's Corner in the county town.  Lucie's vibrant blue pieces tend to catch most people's eyes, particularly among the Irish. For more on this, Lucie joined Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus. Image (c) Wee Lucie via Facebook.

Tributes are being paid following the death of a young Clare woman who took part in a half marathon in Scotland. 24-year-old Olivia Tuohy from Ennis died after taking part in the Edinburgh Marathon Festival on the 25th of May last. Olivia had played football and camogie with Banner Ladies and Éire Óg here in Ennis, as well as being a member of Ennis Tennis & Badminton Club (ETBC) before heading to Scotland to study at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, where she had been working as a nurse. Olivia will be laid to rest on Saturday, following at Ennis Cathedral. She is survived by her parents Kieran and Liz, brother Stephen, and partner Michael. Alan Morrissey spoke with Pat McMahon, Olivia's former coach at Éire Óg, and her best friend, Roisín Martin.

In the time-honored tradition of not-telling-enough-story-per-season, it's time for a flashback episode!In 3×08, "Visionary," we get the origin stories of both Derek Hale and Alpha Deucalion from two of the series' most unreliable narrators—Peter Hale and Gerard Argent (respectively).In this episode, we learn all about Deucalion's past with the Hale Alpha, Derek and Cora's mother Talia, along with Deaton, Ennis, and Gerard. Is Deucalion really as ruthless and cruel as he seems? Is it possible that Gerard could get even worse? You'd be surprised. We get to see Derek awkwardly flirt while holding a basketball, sneak around abandoned locations after dark, and fall in love with a beautiful, snarky, beauty-marked (wait, this sounds familiar…) girl. Plus, we finally learn the origins of Derek's blue eyes!Also, I guess we still have Emissaries? #MagicStilesForeverxoxo,FotRFind us on the Internet: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fandomontherocks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/fandomontherocks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Create your own ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ today with Zencastr and share your story. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#madewithZencastr⁠

Send us a textIn this episode, host Melinda Russell interviews 8-year-old junior dragster racer Karter Platt, who shares her early start and growing passion for motorsports. Karter, from Texas, began racing at just 4 years old after attending the Amarillo Dragway with her Gigi and Papa. Racing quickly became a family affair, with her mom, Gigi, and Papa supporting her at every event.Karter races a lime green, purple, and pink half-scale Junior Dragster in the 11.90 class, running primarily in the Summit Junior Drag Racing League Series. She competes at several Texas tracks, including Amarillo Dragway, Mocan, Ennis, and Pinwell, often racing against both boys and girls—many older than her. Despite her age, Karter has already secured a third-place finish and has her sights set on winning her own Wally trophy in the future.Support the showFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/womensmotorsportsnetworki/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/womensmotorsportsnetwork/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ TIKTOK: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ X: https://x.com/IWMANation FACEBOOK Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/melinda.ann.russell

Cruinniú na nÓg returns to Clare this coming weekend, the 7th of June. Cruinniú na nÓg is a national day dedicated to free creative opportunities for children and young people under the age of 18. An art exhibition is Ennis is highlighting Helium Arts' growing work in supporting children at risk of social exclusion in Clare. Free tie-in events will take place on Cruinniú na nÓg on 7th June. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Creative Communities Engagement Officer, Clare County Council, Eva Birdthistle and, County Librarian and Creative Ireland Clare Coordinator, Helen Walsh and CEO and founder of Helium arts, Helene Hugel. Photo(C): Clare FM

There are fears for the future of small communities in East Clare. Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat Hayes is calling for a "targeted rural regeneration and population retention strategy" for East Clare. The population of the Killaloe Municipal District grew by 8.8% between the censuses in 2016 and 2022, giving the area the highest rate of growth in the county outside of Ennis. Councillor Hayes claims small villages are struggling and insists Clare County Council should take a proactive approach to building homes in these areas.

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

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

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

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

Two years ago, we were joined by the woman behind a new volleyball club in Ennis. Anastasia Goriva, a Ukrainian refugee, founded social volleyball club Sunflowers VC, the group which practiced weekly at Coláiste Muire. Sunflowers VC grew its membership and even gained official recognition from Volleyball Ireland. The good news is Sunflowers VC is back! To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ukrainian refugee in Ireland, Founder of the volleyball club called ‘Sunflowers VC' in Ennis, Anastasia Goriva. Photo(C): Anastasia Goriva

On this MADM, Ruger's mom, Haley Schrimsher, is sharing an update on Ruger and how they are handling the current circumstances. Listen & share. Sponsor: Singing River Dentistry SingingRiverDentistry.com

On tonight's show, we'll get an update from Ruger's mom, Haley Schrimsher!

Jyoshna La Trobe is heading into an exciting and eventful time. The New Zealand-born singer-songwriter is preparing to release not just one, but two brand-new albums! She'll be celebrating the launches with live performances at the upcoming Mountshannon Arts Festival, as well as a special show at Glór in Ennis. To learn more, Alan Morrissey spoke with Clare-based New Zealand artist Jyoshna La Trobe. Later in the program, Jyoshna was joined by Yam Aquino on percussion and Lucy Thomas on clarinet for a live performance. Photo(C): Clare FM

Angus travels back to World War II through the lens of comic book luminary Garth Ennis. Battlefields is a comic book metaseries written by Garth Ennis, comprising several mini-series, each illustrated by a different artist. This first volume contains 3 mini-series. The third mini-series reviewed is titled 'The Tankies' and it concerns an inexperienced British tank crew of Londoners in a Churchill Tank led by a Geordie veteran sergeant as they attempt to catch up with their company, enduring attacks by Nazi Tiger tanks as the Battle of Normandy rages on. This story arc teams Garth Ennis up with artist Carlos Ezquerra.Garth Ennis' Complete Battlefields Vol. 1⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Garth-Ennis-Complete-Battlefields-Vol-ebook/dp/B01D5JN0YK/⁠⁠Dynamite presents a massive collection of the first three Battlefields story arcs-- nine issues in all! Includes The Night Witches, Dear Billy and Tankies, and features bonus materials such as sketches and commentary from Ennis!In PART ONE we review 'The Night Witches'In PART TWO we review 'Dear Billy'In PART THREE we conclude Volume One with 'Tankies'Leave a message at kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.comJoin the Community Discussions ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mewe.com/join/kirbyskids  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please join us for our 2025 Graphic Novel Reads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kirbyskids.com/2024/11/kirbys-kids-giving-thanks-2025-graphic.html⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For detailed show notes and past episodes please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kirbyskids.com

On tonight's show, we are highlighting 13-year-old Walker Fetner's 501(c)(3) Harmon-Robison Memorial Scholarship Fund in honor of Allen Lee Harmon and Otis Lee Robison from Talladega County — who were killed in the line of duty in 1974. After that, we'll once again focus on Ruger Ennis's need for a kidney donor.

The Clare-based former President of the Irish Road Hauliers Association claims Ireland its an outlier in Europe when it comes to allowing tractors on motorways. The IRHA is calling on the Government to ban tractors and slow-moving construction vehicles from using the motorway network. Among the issues being pointed to are the level of congestion caused by these vehicles as well as the safety risks they pose in heavy fog and on stretches of road with blind bends. Ennis haulier Eugene Drennan says no other country in Europe has such a lax approach.

Colaiste Muire's soccer team have enjoyed a lot of success recently. The side from the Ennis girls school took part in a national u18 tournament in Dublin and went on to win it! This has earned them a place in an international competition next month. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Captain Kate Jones, Cllr Mary Howard and Teacher of English, History Colaiste Muire, Simon Walsh. Photo(C): Clare FM

A meeting of Ennis's local representatives has heard that parked vehicles are preventing the town's streets from being properly cleaned. Fianna Fáil Councillor Antoinette Baker-Bashua is calling on Ennis Municipal District to publish its schedule of street sweeping in local areas so residents know when to move their cars and other obstacles such as bins. The response issued by Ennis MD says roughly 50% of its planned maintenance is "reactive" to the likes of litter and flooding, and because of the size of the area, it isn't "operationally practical" to commit to a fixed schedule. Councillor Baker-Bashua says if residents had notice, there could be a more thorough clean.

It's hoped the current 27 week average waiting time for a driving test in Clare will soon be significantly slashed. The Road Safety Authority has published a national action plan to reduce waiting lists that will see driving tests conducted in evenings, on weekends and even bank holidays. New centres will also be opened in Dublin, Kildare and Louth to ease the backlog, with the RSA setting the goal that no motorist will wait longer than 10 weeks for a test after September this year. Chris Curran from the Chris Curran Driving School in Ennis believes it could work.

Ennis Chamber is expressing confidence that the newly approved Penney's store will benefit the whole town. Primark LTD has now been granted planning permission to construct a three-storey flagship outlet on Harmony Row. The store is expected to generate €14m in revenue in 2029 and Penney's claims it will act as a catalyst for inward investment in the local economy. Ennis Chamber President Diarmuid McMahon says all local retailers should see a footfall boost.

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The rich heritage and vibrant cultures of Africa will take centre stage in Ennis this Saturday (24th May). The events in the county town will form part of a nationwide effort marking Africa Day 2025. To find out more about Africa Day and what will be happening this Saturday, Alan Morrissey was joined by Joseph Idowu, African living in Scariff and Simon O'Treasaigh, Coordinator at Clare Immigrant Support Centre.

On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Michael O'Doherty. Michael is an internationally recognised bio-energy healthcare expert and is calling for a national conversation on educational reform, modern parenting, and an integrated approach to childhood resilience. As school avoidance, anxiety, learning and behavioural difficulties continue to rise among children in Ireland, Michael, who is based in Ennis, is calling for urgent change.

Teddy and Teddy cover all the fight action from this past weekend. Also, Teddy Atlas breaks down the return of Legend Manny Pacquiao at age 46 and his challenge vs WBC interim Welterweight Champion Mario Barrios. Thanks for being with us. The best way to support is to subscribe, share the episode and check out our sponsor:https://athleticgreens.com/atlas TikTok - https://twitter.com/Teddy_Atlas_RealTimestamps:00:00 - Intro07:25 - Allen vs Fisher22:35 - SPONSOR23:15 - Bohachuk vs Fox28:25 - Burns vs Morales37:30 - Pacquiao vs Barrios54:50 - Lopez vs Ennis or HaneyTEDDY'S AUDIOBOOKAmazon/Audible: https://amzn.to/32104DRiTunes/Apple: https://apple.co/32y813rTHE FIGHT T-SHIRTShttps://teddyatlas.comTEDDY'S SOCIAL MEDIATwitter - http://twitter.com/teddyatlasrealInstagram - http://instagram.com/teddy_atlasTikTok - https://twitter.com/Teddy_Atlas_RealTHE FIGHT WITH TEDDY ATLAS SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram - http://instagram.com/thefightWTATwitter - http://twitter.com/thefightwtaFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheFightwithTeddyAtlasThanks for tuning in. Please be sure to subscribe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The PorterWay Podcast, we break down the recent news of a potential showdown between Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Teofimo Lopez. Plus, we break down Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios some more, discuss Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. and Jake's role in boxing, reveal the rumored fight date for the Gervonta "Tank" Davis vs. Lamont Roach Rematch, and more. Finally, actor James Madio joins the show to talk boxing and his new film on the life of Willie Pep, The Featherweight.The PorterWay Podcast is hosted by two-time welterweight world champion "Showtime" Shawn Porter alongside longtime friend and co-host Anthony (A.K.A. Antt) Brenagh and boxing journalist extraordinaire Sean Zittel, and is produced by Ryan Hafey of Hafey Digital.**NEW EPISODES EVERY MONDAY**WATCH A REPLAY OF THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE:https://youtu.be/6Phy96yBUsMSUPPORT THE PORTERWAY PODCAST BY BECOMING A PATRON: https://www.patreon.com/TPWPSHOP TPWP MERCH:https://theporterway.com/TPWP/shop/homeSHOP SHAWN PORTER MERCH:https://shopshawnporter.com/FOLLOW US: Instagram.com/theporterwaypod Twitter.com/ThePorterWayPod Facebook.com/ThePorterWayPodcastTikTok.com/@theporterwaypodcastSubscribe to The PorterWay Podcast wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

#jaronennis #teofimolopez #daznboxing "#Thaboxingvoice: Jaron ‘Boots' Ennis vs. Teofimo Lopez - Saudi Mega-Fight Drama Unleashed!" Get ready for a knockout episode of #Thaboxingvoice as we dive into the sizzling rumor of Jaron ‘Boots' Ennis vs. Teofimo Lopez, potentially set for August 2025 in Saudi Arabia! We unpack the drama of Lopez's bold callout, Ennis' fan backlash for dodging big fights, and the heated size-mismatch debate. Will Teo's speed shock the welterweight king, or is Boots' power too much? Join us for fiery takes, X fan reactions, and bold predictions on this high-stakes clash. Subscribe, drop your fight picks, and let's talk boxing! New episodes drop weekly on YouTube and all major platforms.