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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch joined Alan Morrissey on Monday's Morning Focus to review the weekend's sporting action. ~ TUS Clare Senior Football Championship ~  -Corofin v St. Joseph's Doora Barefield (Friday, Clarecastle)  -Eire Og and Doora Barefield will go head to head in the last eight of the 2026 TUS Clare senior football championship.  -It's a repeat of their final clash from 12 months ago, with the Townies coming out on top of a tight encounter to seal a historic double of hurling and football crowns   -Doora Barefield booked their last eight spot with a dramatic two point win over Corofin after extra time in their playoff tie.  -They led by five points at half time   -In what is a derby filled quarter final draw, Kilmurry Ibrickane take on Doonbeg, Miltown go up against Ennistymon and Lissycasey face Ennistymon  -All those games are set to be played in two weeks time ~ Clare Ladies Senior Football Championship ~  -Kilmihill v Fergus Rovers   -Liscannor v St. Joseph's Doora Barefield   -Kilmurry Ibrickane and Banner each topped their respective groups and progress directly to the semi-finals   ~ Clare Ladies Intermediate Football Championship ~ -Cuil Gaels v Crusheen -St. Joseph's Miltown Malbay v Kilrush -Cooraclare and Doonbeg each topped their respective groups and progress directly to the semi-finals ~ Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship ~  -Defending champions Inagh-Kilnamona v Clarecastle-Ballyea in Fr McNamara Park. -Kilmaley would join them in the semi finals if they can overcome Newmarket, who need to win to keep their progression hopes alive, and they meet in Clareabbey. -In Group Two, Tulla face Truagh Clonlara in Feakle while St Joseph's meet Scariff Ogonnelloe Image (c) Clare FM

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch to chat about the weekend's sporting fixtures. ~ TUS Clare Senior Football Championship ~ - Corofin v St. Joseph's Doora Barefield (Friday, Clarecastle, 7:30pm)  - The last remaining spot in the quarter finals of the TUS senior football championship will be filled this evening. - Last year's beaten finalists Doora Barefield go up against the 2025 intermediate champions Corofin in Clarecastle. - The Parish come into the game off the back of victory over Kilmihil last weekend, while Corofin were narrow losers against Kilmurry Ibrickane.  ~ Clare Ladies Senior Football Championship ~ - Kilmihill v Fergus Rovers - Liscannor v St. Joseph's Doora Barefield - Kilmurry Ibrickane and Banner each topped their respective groups and progress directly to the semi-finals ~ Clare Ladies Intermediate Football Championship ~ - Cuil Gaels v Crusheen - St. Joseph's Miltown Malbay v Kilrush   - Cooraclare and Doonbeg each topped their respective groups and progress directly to the semi-finals - Kilmihil will be hoping to continue the defence of their Clare senior ladies football title this weekend.  - Timmy Ryan's outfit host neighbours Fergus Rovers in a quarter final tie at St Michael's Park on Sunday afternoon.  - Their last outing saw them miss out on a straight semi final spot after defeat to Kilmurry Ibrickane.  ~ Clare Credit Unions Senior Camogie Championship ~  - Defending champions Inagh-Kilnamona can book their last four spot with victory over Clarecastle-Ballyea in Fr McNamara Park.  - Kilmaley would join them in the semi finals if they can overcome Newmarket, who need to win to keep their progression hopes alive, and they meet in Clareabbey.  - In Group Two, Tulla face Truagh Clonlara in Feakle while St Joseph's meet Scariff Ogonnelloe, with all those games underway from 6.30pm  Image (c) Clare FM

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

The Clare County Chair of the IFA says TB compensation ceilings must be increased as almost 1,000 herd restrictions have been imposed in Clare in the last five years. Figures released by the Department of Agriculture show 987 herd restrictions were imposed in Clare between 2021 and 2025. At the moment, the most compensation farmers can receive following the identification of TB is capped, despite independent valuers attributing a higher appraisal to the stock. Feakle farmer Stephen Walsh, says at present, farmers are being left drastically out of pocket.

The Government has agreed to phase out cuts to excise duty on petrol and diesel over four stages, from November through to the end of February.   The decision comes amid continued volatility in global fuel prices, with concerns about the impact on households, farmers and businesses.  Planned increases for September and October were scrapped recently, amid concerns over rising fuel prices.   The September increase alone would have added 9 cent to a litre of petrol and 10 cent to diesel.  The Transport Minister says extending the current cuts to fuel excise duty will cost the State an additional 430 million euro.  Minister Darragh O'Brien says the additional support being provided is significant. Daragh Dolan was joined by Stephen Walsh, Clare IFA Chair and Feakle farmer, and Michael Barry of Dan McInerney's & Sons, to get their reaction to the changes and what they could mean for fuel prices in the months ahead. Photo (c) amanalang from Getty Images via Canva

Coming up on the show: We look ahead to a critical final round of games in the TUS Clare senior football championship group stages and Feakle is the focus of this weeks More Than A Club

Senior Camogie Championship third round played at Clonlara GAA Friday 28th August 2026 6.30pm. Match commentary Patsy Fahey with Pat McNamara on analysis. Introduced by Jim Collins 00.00 Introduction and team line up 06.16 First Half 38.02 Half time analysis 41.32 Half time analysis including  From Lorna McNamara, Feakle Ogonnelloe 01.19.03 end of game analysis 44.07 Second Half 1.17.24 end of game analysis 1.20.59 David O'Sullivan Manager Scariff Ogonnelloe  

Tus Senior Hurling Championship Second round 3 group stage game played at Dr Daly Park, Tulla Saturday 22nd  August 2026 @1.45pm. Match commentary Leo Doyle with Pat McNamara on analysis 00.00 Introduction and team line up 03.27 First Half 35.18 Half time analysis 49.55 Second Half 01.13.55 end of game analysis 1.15.58  Aaron Carroll Cratloe native and PRO Clare County Board.    

founder & owner of Satmya, ayurvedia centre and botanical centre, Feakle, www.satmya.ie 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.

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch to chat about the weekend's sporting fixtures. ~ TUS Clare Senior Hurling Championship ~ Group 1:  - Inagh-Kilnamona 0-25 St. Joseph's Doora Barefield 0-12 (Ruan)  - Ballyea 1-17 Clonlara 2-14 (Cratloe)  Group 2:  - Éire Óg 2-20 Scariff 1-21 (Ennis)  - Crusheen 3-14 Broadford 2-16 (Ennis)  Group 3:  - Clooney-Quin 4-17 Feakle 0-13 (Tulla)  - Cratloe 4-15 O'Callaghan's Mills 1-24 (Sixmilebridge)  Group 4:  -Newmarket-on-Fergus 2-16 Sixmilebridge 1-21 (Tulla)  - Kilmaley 3-20 Wolfe Tones Shannon 0-15 (Clarecastle)  ~ 2026 Clare Ladies Club Football Championship~  - Defending champions Kilmihil are off to a winning start in this years Clare ladies senior football championship.  - The holders saw off the challenge of Eire Óg, scoring five goals in the process.  - Kilmurry Ibrickane racked up 3-16 in their win over Doora Barefield, including a two pointer score from Ciara McCarthy. - Banner Ladies held off a stern test to beat Fergus Rovers by 3-8 to 1-6, while Liscannor came out on top of their North Clare derby against Burren Gaels.  Image (c) Clare FM

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

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.

This week Host Jim Collins talks to Marianne Purcell  about news from Feakle  

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.

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.

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 Clare Hurling Championship reports   0.50 Tulla v Clarecastle Brian Torpey 4.01 Interview with Tulla Manager Brian Quinn 7.58 Broadford v Scariff Michael Moroney 12.20 Interview with Broadford manager Paddy Meehan 16.04 Feakle v O'Callaghan's Mills Pat O'Brien 18.55 Scariff v Ogonnelloe Pat Gavin 31.20 Whitegate v Sixmilebridge Jack Treacy 23.28 Interview with Whitegate manager Niall Hayes 28.48 All Ireland hurling final Pat O'Brien    

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.

The Chair of the Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association says the fuel supports being received by the sector this week "almost boil down to tokenism." The Government has commenced payments totalling €563,769 to 1,326 Clare farmers and Agri Contractors under the first round of the Fuel Income Support Scheme. The Department of Agriculture claims the average payment will be €4,000 per Agri Contractor and €600 per farmer to offset increased fuel costs incurred between March and July. Clare IFA Chair and Feakle farmer Stephen Walsh believes it's not going far enough.

talking about recent elections and the work carried out by the volunteers of Feakle Community Council  Originally broadcast  live from  the SBCR studios in the Derg Alliance Building  as part of Saturday Chronicle 4th July 2026 hosted by Jim Collins and Brian Torpey. 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 Government has agreed to extend the current reductions in excise duty on petrol and diesel until the beginning of September, with the tax relief then set to be phased out gradually over the following months.     While Ministers say the move will avoid a sudden jump in fuel costs and help keep inflation down, farming organisations have consistently warned that high energy prices continue to place huge pressure on the sector.    Joining Alan Morrissey earlier was the Clare IFA Chair and Feakle farmer, Stephen Walsh. Photo (c) Engin Akyurt from Pexels via Canva

A writer's weekend took place recently in Feakle hosted by Marianne Purcell and Lucy O'Callaghan. Marianne spoke to some of the participants.  Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 30th May  2026 hosted by Geraldine Colleran and Marianne Purcell. 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 farmers will have an opportunity to have their health assessed for free today. The Irish Farmers Association is hosting a free Farmer Health Check in the Clare Marts from 10:30am. Funded by the Department of Agriculture, the mobile service will focus on areas like heart disease risk, early detection of diabetes, mental health and wellbeing, and will provide crucial information on prostate and skin cancer. Feakle-based chairperson of the Clare branch of the IFA, Stephen Walsh, says it's a great chance to eliminate the possibility of any issues.

The Clare branch of Saint Vincent de Paul says a newly-announced expansion of a Government scheme will help families with the "hidden costs" of education. The Back-to-School Clothing and Footwear Allowance has been expanded to include children aged two and three for the first time. It means 2,364 families countywide will be eligible for the support which provides €160 for children between two and 11, and €285 for those aged 12 and over in second-level education. Feakle-based Clare SVP President Gerardine Power claims it'll ease the burden on struggling households.

The European Commission has formally proposed an action plan on fertilisers to combat soaring prices caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the Iran War. To discuss this further, Daragh Dolan was joined by Clare IFA County Chair and Feakle farmer, Stephen Walsh, and former General Secretary of the ICSA and Cratloe farmer, Eddie Punch, former General Secretary of the ICSA. Photo (c) Lukas Hartmann from Pexels via canva.com

- This week Host Jim Collins talks to correspondent Marianne Purcell to get all the news from Feakle. 

Former Clare representative Rose from Feakle came into studio to talk about her experiences since the 2023  competition and how busy she has been since then including visiting Germany and walking in the St Patrick's day parade in New York. Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 2nd May 2026 hosted by Marie McNamara and Trish Nugent and broadcast live from the  SBCR studios at the Derg Alliance Building, Scariff, Co Clare..  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 Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association says the introduction of a new fuel support scheme is "a help" but insists the situation remains "volatile". The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine has announced a Fuel Income Support Scheme for farmers, contractors and fishers. The €100 million initiative is intended to assist workers in these sectors with the rising cost of marked gas oil. Feakle-based Clare IFA Chair Stephen Walsh fears conditions in his line of work could deteriorate further in the near future as the Iran War rages on.

A much-loved pub in the heart of Feakle, with roots going back to 1890, has just been put on the market—marking the end of an era for one Clare family. Bohan's Pub is steeped in history, from generations of ownership to deep ties with the GAA and local community life. Alan Morrissey was joined by Fr. Harry Bohan, who has a strong family connection to the pub. Image © Bohan's Pub In Feakle by Martin Canny

With farm vehicle incidents still the leading cause of fatalities in agriculture, a new safety campaign is getting underway nationwide. The Health and Safety Authority (HSA) has this week commenced a national farm safety inspection campaign focusing on the safe use of tractors, machinery, quad bikes (ATV's) and other work vehicles on farms. Vehicle-related incidents continue to be the leading cause of work-related fatalities in the agriculture sector. Joining Alan Morrisey on Morning Focus to talk about safety on the ground here in Clare were Stephen Walsh, Clare County Chair of IFA and Feakle farmer and Martin McMahon, Secretary of Clare ICSA, O'Callaghan's Mills farmer Image © Getty Images Pro

The Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association has slammed the Agriculture Minister who they claim has “completely and utterly ignored” their concerns throughout the Bord Bia controversy. The farming representative organisation has stood down its protest at Bord Bia headquarters following an agreement that a governance review into the matters raised during the dispute will take place. Five IFA members occupied the lobby of Bord Bia's Dublin offices for 28 days while a rolling 24-hour protest took place outside the building for 36 following the revalation that Larry Murrin's company used Brazilian beef in its produce. Feakle-based Chairperson of the IFA in Clare, Stephen Walsh, has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons that farmers fear for their livelihoods if the use of South American meat becomes the norm here.

A major new housing initiative for Lisdoonvarna could shape the future of the town. Clare County Council has unveiled plans for 12 serviced sites under the Croí Cónaithe Ready to Build scheme — aimed at first-time buyers, families, and older residents who want to build and live in the community. To talk us through the Croí Cónaithe pilot schemes in both Lisdoonvarna and Feakle, and what it means on the ground, Alan Morrissey was joined by Adrian Headd, Clare County Council Senior Engineer Housing Delivery, Infrastructure Provision and Land Activation Directorate and Joe Garrihy, Lisdoonvarna Fine Gael Councillor. Photo (c) Clare County Council

A Minnesota-based man with strong links to County Clare claims people in the state have "had enough" of the aggressive immigration enforcement operation taking place in the region. Tom Frawley, who grew up near Foynes in West Limerick and whose mother is from Feakle, moved to the Twin Cites over 20 years ago where he now runs a small business and is married with three children. In 2005, he was a founding member of the Twin Cities Robert Emmets Hurling and Camogie Club which now boasts 90 members and acts as a social hub for Irish expats in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. He's been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons Irish people who are living legally in the state are afraid to ring home for fear of being detained or deported. Photo (c) Feverpitched Getty Images Pro via Canva

A Clare farming representative is urging the Government to follow through on its pledge to oppose a deal which it's feared could jeopardise livelihoods across the county. Feakle-based chairperson of the Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association Stephen Walsh is one of thousands who've taken to the streets of Brussels today to oppose the EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement. The deal would give South American countries like Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay unprecedented access to EU markets, allowing 99,000 tonnes of low-tariff beef into Europe. Stephen has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons the viability of communities in Clare is dependent on the deal being rejected.

Clare farmers have taken an over €2 million share of a fund to support the welfare of suckler calves. Payments of €28 million have been commenced under the Beef Welfare Scheme 2025 with €2.34 million awarded in the county as a result of 1,878 successful applications. The scheme is intended to support farmers in meal feeding suckler calves before and after weaning, vaccinating against diseases and carrying out testing measures such as forage analysis or faecal egg count. Feakle-based chairperson of the Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association Stephen Walsh says while the payments are welcome, it's disappointing that they're lower than promised.

The Clare County Chair of The Irish Farmers Association is encouraging bird owners to take steps to protect themselves along with their flocks. A National Housing Order for all poultry has come into effect today, following a bird flu outbreak at Fota Wildlife Park last month and a number of recorded cases in commercial turkey flocks in Carlow and Meath last week. The order means all flocks must be confined so they don't have access to other captive or wild birds, while poultry bred for meat will retain their free range labels for 12 weeks, with this extending to 16 weeks for eggs. Clare IFA County Chair and Feakle farmer, Stephen Walsh has been telling Clare FM's Darragh O'Grady that owners can impliment a number of changes to housing to best accomodate free range birds.

Payments worth over €9 million to more than 5,500 Clare farmers have been announced. The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has confirmed that advance payments under the Eco-Scheme worth €9.11 million to 5,557 farmers in this county have commenced. The scheme intends to reward farmers for taking actions that benefit the climate, environment, water quality and biodiversity. Feakle-based chairperson of the Irish Farmers Assocation Stephen Walsh says while the support is welcome, the scheme is providing money that was previously given as a basic income.

It's hoped a new Garda appointment will result in safer conditions in rural Clare. Superintendent Michael Corbett has been appointed as An Garda Síochána's first ever Rural Crime Lead. In the position, he'll be responsible for investigating rural crime incidents such as burglary, machinery theft and trespassing. Feakle farmer and Chairperson of the Clare branch of the Irish Farmers Association, Stephen Walsh, saying it's welcome there's now a designated person to go to when such incidents take place.

The 2025 Marty Party drew to a close in Calpe last evening with the last of the six evening shows, which was headlined by Tommy Fleming. Along with the big Clare crowd in attendance to enjoy the event, there is also an all Clare backroom team behind the scenes. Clare FM's Derrick Lynch spoke Feakle's Matt Purcell who is responsible for making sure everyone sounds as good as they can, Snamhai Sasta founder June Curtin, and the man himself, Marty Morrissey, to reflect on a brilliant week of music in the sun.

The penultimate show of the 2025 Marty Party in Spain takes place tonight, with a huge Banner contingent enjoying a week of brilliant entertainment in the sun. Among them are plenty local talent also, coming from the East and West of the county. Clare FM's Derrick Lynch is in Calpe and spoke with Feakle's Kate Purcell and Kilbaha's Patrick Roche who are just some of the many acts taking part in this year's event. Photo (c) Killester Travel

Carol Daly, who hails from Bodyke and lives in Feakle, is hiking and walking from the top of Diamond Hill in Galway, to the top of Croagh Patrick. Alan Morrissey had a chat with Carol before she set off on her challenge. You can help by donating here: https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/CarolDaly Image (c) Feakle GAA via Facebook

Kilmaley are the team bidding to break the longest wait of the remaining teams for a place in the final of the TUS Clare senior hurling final this weekend. They take on Eire Óg on Saturday evening in Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosog, as they look to reach a first showpiece event since winning their second ever title in 2004. Both teams carry unbeaten form into the game, with Kilmaley being impressive winner over Sixmilebridge in their last eight showdown. Manager Brian Culbert says they have been working hard to continue improving throughout the year. Throw in on Saturday evening is at 4.30pm with commentary on Clare FM with John Neylon and Associates, Consulting Engineers, Architects and Energy Assessors, Cathedral Court, Ennis. Sunday's action sees Clooney Quin taking on Ballyea, with Clooney-Quin looking to reach the final for the first time since 2017. They overcame champions Feakle to seal their last four spot, and have yet to taste defeat in this years championship. Manager Fergal Lynch says they have turned their fortunes around after a difficult 2024 season. That one has a 3.30pm start on Sunday with commentary thanks to O'Sullivan & Hansbury Motors, Kilrush Road Ennis

Clooney-Quin's Peter Duggan After TUS Clare SHC Quarter Final Win Over Feakle

To review the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrisey was joined on Monday's Morning Focus by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch and Tommy Guilfoyle. Games reviewed: TUS Clare SHC Quarter-Finals: Ballyea 2-13 Clonlara 0-16 (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg) Kilmaley 1-21 Sixmilebridge 1-8 (Saturday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg) Clooney Quin 1-20 Feakle 1-11 (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg) Éire Óg 3-21 Inagh-Kilnamona 1-17 (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg) TUS Clare SHC Relegation Semi-Final: Newmarket-on-Fergus 1-19 St. Joseph's Doora Barefield 2-15 (Saturday, Tulla) Corofin 0-13 Scariff 3-20 (Sunday, Tulla)

Three farms in Clare will host a one-day event promoting sustainable agricultural practices this weekend. Glendree Organic Farm in Feakle; Burren Farm Expeirence in Tubber, and Moyhill Farm in Lahinch will all open their doors for the event taking place on August 31st. ‘Inside The Gate' aims to promote the importance of practices that support healthy soils, clean water and sustainable food production. Moyhill Farm's Fergal Smyth says the project centres around the principle of leaving the land in a better place than they found it

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 14ú lá de mí Lúnasa, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1987 tháinig sé amach go raibh cúpla ospidéal chun dúnadh de bharr moladh ó dhuine ag an bharr. Bhí siad chun 1600 leaba ghéarchúraim a gearradh I gcóir na ndaoine a raibh ag iarradh cúram práinneach. I 1998 fuair an scuad diúscartha buamaí glaoch chun dul chuig tí nuair a fuair cailín aois 9 ngránáid láimhe nuair a fuair siad barrithir. I 1971 don chéad uair I gcúpla bhliain níor chuaigh Uachtaráin De Valera chuig an seó talmhaíochta in Inis. I 1998 bhí duine páirceáilte In Fhiacail thar oíche agus nuair a dhúisigh siad ar maidin, bhí a charr imithe. Ghoid duine é agus bhí 11 míle dollar laistigh. Sin Katy Perry le I Kissed A Girl – an t-amhrán is mó ar an lá seo I 2008. Ag lean ar aghaidh le nuacht cheoil ar an lá seo I 1993 fuair Freddie Mercury a chéad uimhir a haon singil sa Bhreatain lena hamhráin Living On My Own. I 1995 chuaigh The Foo Fighters ar an teilifís don chéad uair ar The Late Show le David Letterman agus chan siad a amhrán nua This Is A Call. Agus ar deireadh breithlá daoine cáiliúla ar an lá seo rugadh aisteoir Halle Berry I Meiriceá I 1966 agus rugadh aisteoir Steve Martin I Meiriceá I 1945 agus seo chuid de na rudaí a rinne sé. 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 14th of August, with me Lauren Ní Loingsigh 1987: it was reported that hospitals were facing closure threats following recommendation by a top health committee to cut 1600 acute beds for patients who need urgent care. 1998: The army bomb disposal unit was called to a home when a 9 year old girl found a hand grenade in a delivery of topsoil. 1971: For the first time in many years President de Valera did not attend the Co.Clare Agricultural show in Ennis. 1998: A tourist who stayed overnight in Feakle had their parked car stolen with property valued at $11,000 inside. That was Katy Perry with I Kissed A Girl – the biggest song on this day in 2008 Onto music news on this day In 1993 Freddie Mercury had his first solo UK No.1 single with Living On My Own. 1995 Foo Fighters made their network television debut on The Late Show with David Letterman when they performed their new single 'This Is A Call'. And finally celebrity birthdays on this day – actress Halle Berry was born in America in 1966 and actor Steve Martin was born in America on this day in 1945 and this is some of the stuff he has done. I'll be back with you tomorrow with another edition of Ar An Lá Seo.

Now to a truly inspiring journey unfolding across Clare and beyond this week — it's the annual Step by Step Walk to Knock, raising funds and awareness for the incredible work of Mary's Meals. The walk began on August 7th and will continue right through to the 15th, with walkers making their way step by step across the country — passing through places like Clonlara, Killaloe, Feakle, and now heading toward Scarriff and Tuamgraney. To learn more about the walk, how to support it, and the impact of Mary's Meals Peter O'Connell was joined by walker and organiser Ger Silke. Photo Credit: Ger Sike

Kika Materula, Musical Director of the Xiquitsi Mozambique Youth Orchestra and Breda McNamara from the Cnoc na Gaoithe Cultural Group in Tulla discuss their plans to play together at the Feakle International Music Festival in Clare.

The 38th edition of the Feakle Festival will kick off tomorrow Wednesday 6th to Monday 11th of August. The event will see people flock to the village for what promises to be a memorable week of music, song and dance! For more on this, Derrick Lynch was joined by the organiser, Aoife Hayes.

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