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Talking Dogs on Thursday
EPISODE 221: COLM FITZGERALD TALKING DOGS ON THURSDAY WITH BARRY DRAKE

Talking Dogs on Thursday

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 15:45


This week, Barry Drake speaks with one of the sport's rising young trainers, 22-year-old Colm Fitzgerald from West Clare. Fresh from a big win on Laurels Final night and strong runs across Cork, Galway and Tralee, Colm reflects on a remarkable year. A great insight into a talented young trainer quickly making a name for himself. Have a listen now!

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Over €100,000 Grant Announced For West Clare Walking Trail

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2025 3:32


Over €100,000 in Government funding has been granted for a popular natural tourist attraction in West Clare. As part of €16.5 million announcement for 63 outdoor recreation projects nationwide, the Bridges of Ross Walking Trail Extension has been allocated a total of €108,000. The funding will allow for the elongation of the route thus providing a looped walking option. Kilrush Fine Gael Councillor Gabriel Keating says it's a uniquely peaceful place to visit.

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IBÍLÈ To Bring The West African Tasting Experience To Ennistymon

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2025 7:15


IBÍLÈ will be hosting its first West Clare pop-up tasting experience this weekend. IBÍLÈ is a contemporary pop-up dining restaurant dedicated to showcasing the vibrant flavours of West African cuisine. They will have a tasting menu at Pot Duggans in Ennistymon on the 7th & 8th of November. The menu is inspired by Nigerian roots, paired with music, storytelling, and cocktails crafted African wine pairings with Irish spirits. To find out more, Alan Morrissey spoke with the founder of IBÍLÈ, Tolu Asemento. Photo (c) via Pot Duggans Facebook

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West Clare Drama Festival Doonbeg Presents One Act Festival

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 6:30


The One Act Drama Festival is coming to Doonbeg this weekend. The event, part of the West Clare Drama Festival, will take place from Saturday to Monday, the 8th to the 10th of November. Nine different plays will be performed over three nights. For more on this, Chairperson of the West Clare Drama Festival, Andrew Killeen joined Alan Morrissey on Tuesday's Morning Focus. Photo (C) West Clare Drama Festival Doonbeg Facebook

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“Bhí Gaeilge Ag Do Granny” Event Sheds Light On The Decline Of Irish Language In West Clare

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2025 8:50


An event highlighting the decline of the Irish language in West Clare will be held later this week. Dr. Síle Ní Choincheannain from Mary Immaculate College will deliver the lecture at Bhí Gaeilge ag do Granny! From Irish to English: Language Decline in West Clare. It will be held at An Teach Ceoil, Kilrush this Thursday, November 6th at 8pm. Photo (c) Mary Immaculate College

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Ennis To Miltown Malbay Bus Route Altered For Water Works

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 3:12


A popular bus route connecting West Clare and the county town will be altered for the next two months. Due to ongoing works being carried out by Uisce Éireann, Local Link's C12 Ennis to Miltown Malbay route will be unable to service Coore Church until December 19th. Passengers will instead have to board at either the Hand Hill or the Crosses of Annagh. Quilty Fianna Fáil Councillor Michael Shannon says while there will be some disruption, the works will be worthwhile.

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Atlantic Tales - Kevin Keane - Potadóir - Episode 225

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 49:52


On this week's Atlantic Tales Pat Flynn chats with Kevin Keane, who originally trained as a lawyer but gave it all up to pursue his passion. After taking beginners course, Kevin Keane became instantly obsessed with pottery. He spent a time travelling, before relocating from Dublin to West Clare, where his business Potadóir was born! Kevin and his partner Dzana will soon open their new pottery studio and school as well as a yoga studio in Ennis.

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Clare County Registrar Issues Update On Presidential Election Polling Stations

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 2:24


An important update has been issued to West Clare residents casting their ballots in the Presidential Election tomorrow. Due to ongoing renovation works at Querrin Schoolhouse, anyone with the school on their polling card will instead vote at Carrigaholt National School. Those whose polling station was Knockanean National School prior to its demolition will go to Fahy Hall in Roslevan tomorrow, while voters in Tubber are being reminded to mark their ballot paper in the new national school building located beside the church. Clare County Registrar and Returning Officer Rita Considine says the location on every polling card is accurate with the exception of those whose card directs them to Querrin National School.

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Cathaoirleach Of West Clare MD Expects Ennistymon To Require Outer Relief Road Within The Next Decade

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 6:44


The Cathaoirleach of the West Clare Municipal District believes an outer relief road will be needed in Ennistymon within the next decade. It comes as the High Court has dismissed an application for leave to bring a judicial review challenge against the Compulsory Purchase Order for an inner relief road in the North Clare town. The project has been in the works since 2010 and is intended to alleviate long-standing traffic congestion at Blake's Corner. Fine Gael Councillor Bill Slattery previously lobbied for an outer relief road to be constructed and he believes it could still be required.

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N68 Road Safety Petition

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 8:30


Hundreds of local residents have signed a petition calling for urgent safety upgrades on the main road linking Ennis to West Clare. It follows a serious road traffic collision which occurred just outside McNamee's Londis on the N68 last Friday, which left one person hospitalised. Since 2007, four people have been killed in road traffic incidents along the 2km route between Darragh's North Cross and Bansha Cross. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan visited McNamee's Londis and spoke to a number of local residents. Photo (c) Clare FM

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West Clare Councillor Suggests Moneypoint Port As Cruise Ship Point

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 16:19


Could we see cruise ships docking at Moneypoint in the near future? That's the hope of Cree Independent councillor, Dinny Gould. He brought a motion before the recent meeting Clare County Council, asking the local authority to “explore an opportunity to boost tourism in West Clare and capitalise on Moneypoint port”. For more on this, Alan was joined by Dinny Gould, Cree Independent Councillor and Cillian Murphy, member of the steering group Loop Head Together. Image (c) Visit Clare

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INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS Harrison Gardner

Scariff Bay Radio Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 20:09


Master eco-builder and presenter of  RTÉ One's 'Build Your Own Home' is an Australian eco-builder and sustainability designer based in West Clare . He has a new book out called “our homes- - Other ways to solve the housing crisis”  https://www.harrisongardner.net/  Harrison is co-founder and executive director of Common Knowledge, a not-for-profit that aims to empower people with the skills and solutions for living a sustainable life.  Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 4th October 2025 hosted by Patricia Anne Moore and Tom Hanley. as broadcast from the Killaloe Ballina Family Resource Centre, the Green, Killaloe, https://kbfrc.ie/  Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

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West Clare Residents Urged To Help Reunite Lost Dogs With Owners

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2025 7:04


Residents of a West Clare town are being urged to play their part in reuniting two lost dogs with their owners. Two elderly labradors - one golden and one chocolate brown - have been seen frequently in a field outside Kilkee over the past two weeks. It's understood the golden labrador has been taken away and treated for a number of health issues while its chocolate brown companion remains at the site. Clare County Dog Warden Frankie Coote is hopeful someone will know whose pets they are.

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Calls For Urgent Enhancements Of Kilmihil Treatment Plant

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2025 1:59


It's claimed an urgent upgrade of Kilmihil's Wastewater Treatment Plant is needed to stimulate further population growth. It follows a new EPA report which identified the West Clare village as one of 34 priority areas nationwide were upgrades are needed to prevent wastewater discharges from harming rivers, estuaries, lakes and coastal waters. According to Uisce Éireann however, upgrades at Kilmihil will not be complete until 2030. Local Independent Councillor Dinny Gould says it's not good enough.

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West Clare Man Appointed Chair Of The Amateur Drama Council Of Ireland

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 5:39


John Keane is the new Chairman of the Amateur Drama Council of Ireland. The Doonbeg man was appointed at the group's AGM in recent days. To find out more, John spoke with Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) Amateur Drama Council Ireland Facebook

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West Clare Nurse Sounds Alarm Over Lack Of Dental Care

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 7:43


A West Clare nurse has sounded the alarm over a lack of dental care in rural areas. As of January, there were just six dental practices here partaking in the medical card scheme, while it's understood that just 8 private facilities are available outside of Ennis. According to the Irish Dental Association meanwhile, two-thirds of practices nationwide are struggling to recruit staff. Kilmurry McMahon based Aontú Rep June Dillon claims the sector is at a tipping point.

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60 Chickens Abandoned In Lissycasey

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 8:40


A West Clare community is being praised for its response to the abandonment of a large number of chickens in recent days. Clare's County Dog Warden received a report last Thursday of chickens which had been left in various locations across Lissycasey. Locals and rescue services assisted in rounding up the roughly 60 animals which have since been re-homed. Frankie Coote says it's a highly unusual incident and credits those who gave their time to help out.

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"Increased Focus And Funding" Requested For West Clare Roads Ahead Of Irish Open 2026

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2025 6:22


Clare County Council is asking the Department of Transport and Transport Infrastructure Ireland for "increased focus and funding" for West Clare's roads ahead of the Irish Open 2026. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney has this week called for "critical improvements" to be carried out on the region's roads network in advance of the competition, with a particular emphasis an Kilmihil through Cree to Doonbeg. In response, the West Clare Municipal District says it's currently working on "plans for improvements" and is liaising with the Department as well as TII in relation to the works involved along with a request for "increased focus and funding on these routes". Councillor McInerney says there's an appetite for the maintenance programme and the allocation of funding from Government to be fast-tracked.

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Meeting On Water Quality In North And West Clare

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 7:44


The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) is inviting members of the public, and in particular community groups and individuals, with an interest in water quality, to a community information meeting this evening (Wednesday, 17th September 2025 at 7.30pm) in the Falls Hotel, Ennistymon. The meeting on water quality in North and West Clare will also discuss the establishment of a Community Catchment Forum for the Mal Bay Catchment of North and West of the County. Ruairí Ó Conchúir, from the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO) spoke with Alan Morrissey on Wednesday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) The Clare Herald

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Inagh Named Ireland's Greenest Village

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 10:19


Inagh, in North Clare, has been crowned Ireland's greenest village. Despite its small population of just 192, the competition's judges said the West Clare village's success shows you don't need a big community to have a positive climate impact. Joining Alan Morrissey on Tuesdays Morning Focus was Niall Garvey, Chair of Inagh Development, Roisín Garvey, from Inagh who nominated the village, Michael O'Connor, Inagh Tidy Towns committee. Photo (c) Visit Clare

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Confidence Expressed Offshore Wind Won't Impact Natural Beauty Of Clare's Coastline

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 15:16


Clare's Minister of State is expressing confidence that offshore wind development can take place off the county's coast without impacting on its natural beauty. A Government proposal outlining the future of offshore renewable energy in Ireland has been launched at an event in West Clare today. The Armada Hotel in Spanish Point has been chosen as the location for the launch of the National Designated Maritime Area Plan for Offshore Renewable Energy Proposal. The document, along with its accompanying Public Participation Statement, contains a roadmap for the progression of Ireland's offshore wind sector over the coming years. Building on the South Coast DMAP for Offshore Renewable Energy approved by the Oireachtas in 2024, the National DMAP will designate sites around Ireland's coast suited to offshore wind. According to the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, the proposal launched today provides a “sustainable framework for developing offshore renewable energy, balancing economic growth, environmental protection, and community engagement to support Ireland's transition to a low-carbon future”. Tulla Fianna Fáil TD and Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, Timmy Dooley, believes sites can be chosen for development along Clare's coastline in a way that doesn't damage its iconic appeal. The proposal includes a timeline for public participation which states that consultation will take place in the pre-draft stage with maritime stakeholders, authorities and the public within the first three months of 2026. In early 2027, the draft National DMAP is to be published, and this will be followed by formal public consultation ahead of the finalisation of the DMAP at the year's end. Chair of the Shannon Estuary Economic Taskforce Barry O'Sullivan insists the focus must now be on delivery. CEO of the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group Dr Simon Berrow has expressed support for the development of a National DMAP from the perspective of decarbonisation. He says it's vital however that extensive knowledge of species and habitats in the ocean is acquired as part of the process.

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Confidence Expressed Offshore Wind Won't Impact Natural Beauty Of Clare's Coastline

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 2:47


Clare's Minister of State is expressing confidence that offshore wind development can take place off the county's coast without impacting on its natural beauty. A Government proposal outlining the future of offshore renewable energy in Ireland has been launched at an event in West Clare today.

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West Clare Footballer's 2.5 Hour Ambulance Wait Sparks Concerns

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 6:39


Fresh calls have been made for additional ambulances in West Clare. It follows an incident this week, in which a young girl is understood to have waited 2 and a half hours for an ambulance after sustaining a serious knee injury at a game in Quilty. It's believed another ambulance originally dispatched to the incident had to be diverted to respond to a life-threatening call elsewhere in the county. However, Quilty Fianna Fáil Councillor Michael Shannon insists it's high time a third ambulance is allocated to the region to prevent the scenario in future.

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Trump Doonbeg Expected To Be Confirmed As Venue For 2026 Irish Open Today

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 2:34


Speculation is mounting that West Clare will be hosting the 2026 Irish Open. It follows reports that Trump International Golf Links Doonbeg will be confirmed as the venue later today. The Taoiseach says he'd welcome a meeting with Donald Trump if he attends the Irish Open next year. Meanwhile Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that it's vital road infrastructure is upgraded in time for the event that should have long lasting economic impacts.

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Outcome Of Shannon Estuary Search Operation Hailed As "Outstanding Result"

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 5:17


Kilrush RNLI is hailing the outcome of a search operation in the Shannon Estuary as an "outstanding result". The West Clare lifeboat station was one of a number of agencies involved in the search yesterday which commenced shortly after 9am when a person was reported "overboard" from the Killimer to Tarbert ferry. After being spotted by the crew of the Rescue 117 helicopter shortly before 11am, the man was brought to University Hospital Limerick where he's being treated for "severe hypothermia" and is understood to be recovering well. Kilrush RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer Charlie Glynn has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons it was an extremely successful operation and credit is due to all bodies involved.

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Palestinian Man In Miltown Malbay Organises Fundraiser To Support Families In Gaza

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Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 10:34


This Sunday, the community in Miltown Malbay is coming together for a special event at the Armada Hotel called Gather for Gaza. Organised a Palestinian man originally from Gaza and now living and working here in West Clare, the fundraiser aims to support families in Gaza who are in urgent need. To find out more, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined in-studio by Mohammad Alloh, Proud Palestinian and Isabelle Brennan, a friend of Mohammad and a friend of Palestine.

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Two Tourists Injured In West Clare When Set Upon By Dog

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2025 4:40


Two tourists were injured in West Clare when set upon by a dog while out walking. It's understood the dog, which has since been removed from the property, escaped and chased after the pair. Clare's Dog Warden says although there were no bites suffered, the tourists sustained minor injuries during the altercation. Frankie Coote is reminding owners large breeds can still cause damage without biting the injured party.

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20th Anniversary Of Ann Walsh's Murder

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 10:59


This Sunday marks the 20th anniversary of the death of Ann Walsh. The West Clare woman was just 23 when she was strangled by her former boyfriend on the grounds of the local church on August 24th, 2005. Raymond Donovan confessed to her murder and was subsequently sentenced to life in prison. Donovan was eligible to apply for parole last April, having had his previous application refused in 2023. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ann Walsh's brother, Stephen Walsh.

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Clare Councillor Calls For Junior Transport Minister To Observe Road Network Conditions During Visit

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 4:31


A West Clare councillor is calling on the Junior Transport Minister to take the time to observe the condition of the county's roads network during his trip here today. Seán Canney will visit Shannon Airport this afternoon to launch the Irish Coast Guard's Aviation Service at the Midwest base. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor, Rita McInerney, says urgent investment in the county's roads network is required, particularly on the N68 between Ennis and Kilrush. She says the route can serve a huge strategic role going forward, if given the correct level of funding.

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Clare TD Writes To Justice Minister Over Violent Miltown Malbay Incident

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 12:03


The Justice Minister has been requested to allocate more Garda resources to West Clare following a violent incident on Sunday, which left two people hospitalised. The public order incident which occurred shortly after 7pm in Miltown Malbay led to four people sustaining injuries, with a video circulating on social media showing one man bleeding profusely after an apparent attack with an article. According to An Garda Siochána, there were 69 Gardaí stationed in the West Clare area at the beginning of the year, with just one permanently assigned to Miltown Malbay. Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that he believes the west of the county has been undermanned for far too long.

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Clare FM's Summer Tour – Cross

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 142:47


Tuesday's Morning Focus broadcasted live from the Digital Hub in Cross, in the heart of West Clare, as part of Clare FM's Summer Tour. Alan Morrissey spoke with council officials, community leaders, business owners, and residents about local development projects, coastal tourism, heritage preservation, and community pride on the Loop Head Peninsula. To begin, Alan was joined by John O'Malley, Senior Executive Officer with Clare County Council and Coordinator of the West Clare Municipal District, and Alan Kennelly, Senior Executive Engineer for the West Clare MD. John offered insight into the workings of the district, current infrastructure priorities, and key tourism initiatives. Alan Kennelly, gave an overview of recent roadworks and public services in the Kilrush LEA, highlighting the vital role played by outdoor crews, traffic wardens, beach operatives and more. Petition organiser and Shannon resident, Margaret Curtin joined Alan to discuss calls for a dedicated dog park in Shannon. Clare County Council responded with a statement to Clare FM, outlining their plans to work with the community to explore the development of such a facility. We were joined by Sergeant Edel Burke for the Garda Focus Slot. Liz Greehy and Kirsty Talty of Loop Head Together CLG discussed the importance of maintaining the Cross Hub and preserving local heritage. Sharon Cahir of Cahir & Co. Solicitors joined Alan on site for the monthly legal slot. Local Fine Gael Councillor, Gabriel Keating reflected on his career in public service and sport, sharing updates on local development and his role in transforming Loop Head Lighthouse into a thriving tourist destination. Simon Day, Head of Operations at Loop Head Lighthouse shared how the lighthouse team operates in partnership with Clare County Council. Representing Naomh Eoin GAA, Kieran Keating and Martin Haugh shared highlights from the club's 50-year history, from championship wins to the transformation of Pairc Eoin into a modern facility with a refurbished gym, indoor Astro pitch, and a floodlit walking track. Later in the programme, Alan chatted with John Bonfil of Kilballyowen Development Association about the future of the Cross Traditional Festival, and with Patrick Foley of Foley's Bar & Grocer, who spoke about the family-run pub and shop at the heart of Cross's social life. The broadcast concluded with a celebration of local talent, as Muireann and Caoimhe Keane performed live and spoke about their musical journey growing up on the peninsula and finally, Frankie Coote, Clare County Dog Warden, answered listener questions on Morning Focus's regular slot, Ask The Dog Warden.

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Hopes First Stage Of West Clare Greenway Will Go To Planning Next Year

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 26:18


It's hoped the planning process for the first stage of the West Clare Greenway will get underway next year. 1.3 million euro in funding was granted by Transport Infrastructure Ireland earlier this year towards progressing the Kilkee to Kilrush section, as well as stage two of the greenway from Ennis to Ennistymon. Clare County Council says the design of the Kilkee to Kilrush route is being finalised and landowner agreements are currently ongoing. Senior Executive Officer and West Clare Municipal District Co-ordinator/Manager, John O'Malley says once completed it will be of huge value to the area.

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West Clare Cathaoirleach Says Extreme Frustration In Miltown Following Violent Assault

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 1:44


The Cathaoirleah of the West Clare Municipal District says there's extreme annoyance and frustration in Miltown Malbay following a violent assault last night. Gardaí are continuing to investigate the incident which resulted in at least one person being transported to hospital. A video circulating on social media showed one male bleeding profusely, with blood pools outside two premises. Lahinch Fine Gael Councillor Bill Slattery has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that the strongest possible action should be taken against those responsible.

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Former Mayor Bill Chambers Remembered As A Man Of Immense Honesty and Humilty

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 4:17


The funeral mass of former Mayor Bill Chambers has heard he will be remembered as a man of immense honesty and humility. The former West Clare councillor was laid to rest in Kilmacduane Cemetary today following funeral mass in St. Senan's Church in his native Cooraclare. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening and served over 38 years on the local authority prior to his retirement in 2023. Elected members of Clare County Council alongside members of the Council's Executive formed a guard of honour, while the funeral gifts showcased his love of politics, GAA and the Irish language. His son Eoin says Bill's passion for all his endeavours was unwavering.

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Former Mayor Of Clare Bill Chambers To Be Laid To Rest Today

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 4:37


The funeral of Former Mayor of Clare Bill Chambers takes place today. The former West Clare councillor passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening and served over 38 years on the local authority prior to his retirement in 2023. He will be laid to rest following a funeral mass in St. Senan's Church in his native Cooraclare at 12.30pm. A guard of honour will be formed by the elected members of Clare County Council alongside members of the Council's Executive, while the flags outside Áras Contae an Chláir will fly at half mast. Cooraclare Parish Priest, Fr Anthony Casey, says Bill was a man dedicated to his community who will be remembered for his positivity.

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Visitors Warned Not To Enter Water At Doughmore Amid Hot Spell

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 2:07


Visitors to West Clare are being warned not to enter the water at one of the county's beaches this weekend. With temperatures set to reach 26 degrees here, large crowds are expected to descend on local waterways. Swimming is prohibited at Doughmore in Doonbeg at all times however, given the prevelance of rip currents, but despite this it's understood there's been a number of rescues already this year. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney says it's vital people prioritise safety.

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Call Out For Children To Feature In West Clare Short Film

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 15:19


On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Elaine Walsh, who is a film producer from Kildysart. Elaine is the producer for The Parting, a new short film that is due to be shot in County Clare. They are seeking to fill three roles for children with some young talent from the Banner County. Alan was also joined by Patricia Vaughan, Principal of Furglan National School in Lahinch.

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Clare Women In Business - Sarah Gould - Episode 17

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 15:50


On this week's episode of Clare Women In Business, Pat Flynn visits Creegh Village in West Clare meet the owner of Riverside Hair & Beauty, Sarah Gould. Clare Women in Business is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the television licence fee.

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US Tourist Loses Dog Following West Clare Road Traffic Collision

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 7:57


A US tourist visiting West Clare is appealing for help after her dog went missing following a road traffic accident in the Kilmurry McMahon area. The woman was taken to University Hospital Limerick for treatment and, in the confusion at the scene, her black Boston Terrier ran from the car and hasn't been seen since. Understandably, she's devastated and now hopes the local community might be able to help reunite her with her beloved pet. To discuss this further, Derrick Lynch was joined by Ciara Madden, patient advocacy and liaison service at UHL helping with the search. Image (c) Clare Dog Shelter

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Blood Donors Needed In Kilrush To Keep Local Hospitals Supplied

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 2:56


Blood donors are being urgently sought in West Clare to keep regional hospitals supplied this week. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is holding clinics both tonight and tomorrow Wednesday from 10 to 5 until 10 past 8 at Kilrush Community School. 65% of donations are generally used to treat cancer patients, with 30% going to routine and emergency operations and roughly 5% to births. Broadford based IBTS Donor Recruitment Executive Alex O'Connor says every donation makes a critical difference.

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West Clare Teacher Claims Schools Not Resourced For Leaving Cert Reforms

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 8:48


A West Clare teacher claims schools aren't sufficiently resourced to teach reformed curriculum coming in this September. At the beginning of the coming school year, nine new and revised Leaving Cert subject specifications will be introduced, with each of these to be worth 40% of students' final grade in the Leaving Cert. Teachers' representatives associations have previously called for the reforms to be delayed amid concerns around preparedness. St Joseph's Kilkee Community College teacher and former Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland president, Geraldine O'Brien, believes it's rushed.

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The Kilrush Traditional Festival

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 10:44


One of West Clare's most vibrant cultural events is just around the corner — the Kilrush Traditional Festival returns from Thursday, July 31st to Bank Holiday Monday, August 4th. With music, dance, song, and storytelling across five packed days, it's a celebration of all things trad, right in the heart of Kilrush. To find out more, Derrick Lynch was joined by Vincent O'Halloran and Anne Hayes.

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All Ireland Currach Regatta Doonbeg 2025

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 8:35


The All Ireland Currach Regatta is coming up next week in Doonbeg. Hosted by the West Clare Currach Club, the event takes place on Bank Holiday Monday, 4th of August, with races starting at 11am from Doonbeg Pier. It's a great day out for the whole family and a fantastic celebration of maritime heritage on the West Clare coast. To discuss this further, Derrick Lynch was joined by Shaunie Honan, Chairman of West Clare Currach Club. PHOTO CREDIT: Doonbeg Currach Club. via Facebook

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Painting Through The Lens

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 11:37


A new exhibition launching soon in Kilkee that captures the beauty, mood, and memory of West Clare through a uniquely reflective process. To speak more on this, Derrick Lynch was joined by Pauline Dunleavy, a much-loved artist, art teacher, and community advocate from Kilrush. Her new exhibition, titled Painting Through The Lens, opens August 4th at the Cultúrlann Sweeney Gallery, with an official opening evening on August 8th.

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Mayor Welcomes Approval Of West Clare Flood Defence Scheme

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 5:37


The Mayor of Clare expects a flood defence scheme in West Clare to have a "positive result for the surrounding area and residents". Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works Kevin Boxer Moran has confirmed that the OPW has approved funding of €16,034 for Clare County Council's planned flood mitigation works at Lacknashinagh in Kildysart. The project will involve the reconstruction of an estuary embankment and reinforcement with gabion mattress. Clarecastle Fine Gael Councillor Paul Murphy says it's a win for the whole county.

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Water Mains Upgrade Expected To "Significantly Lower Instances Of Bursts" In West Clare Community

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 0:29


The upgrade of water infrastructure in a West Clare community is expected to "significantly lower instances of bursts" in the area. Ward and Burke Construction Limited has replaced over 800 metres of aged water mains with new pipes in the townland of Alva in Creegh on behalf of Uisce Éireann. The water utility claims this will cut down on supply disruptions along the network which will result in a "more secure" water supply for residents. Uisce Éireann National Leakage Reduction Programme Manager Jack Cronin claims it's a very positive development.

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Strong Hopes For Trump Doonbeg To Land 2026 Irish Open

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 3:40


It's hoped West Clare will be benefitting from the immense economic boost of the Irish Open in 2026. It's understood the DP World Tour is currently in discussions with Trump International Golf Links and Hotel Doonbeg, with a view to holding the event at the world renowned course next year. The Irish Open was previously held at Lahinch in 2019 and is believed to have injected over €10m in the local economy over the course of a week. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney says it would be a gamechanger.

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New Fishing Laws Due To Come Into Effect Receiving Broad Welcome In West Clare

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 19:48


The 6-mile trawling ban for vessels over 18 metres is to be reintroduced. The law will place certain restrictions on trawling activity by large vessels inside the six nautical mile zone and the baselines. The reintroduction means that from the 1st October 2026, trawling activity (that is the operating of trawl or seine nets) by fishing vessels over 18 metres in length overall inshore waters inside the six nautical mile zone and the baselines will be prohibited. A limited total allowable catch of 2,000 tonnes of sprat will be permitted for vessels over 18 metres length overall inside the six nautical mile zone and inside baselines from 1st October 2025 to 30th September 2026 only. Over 18 metre vessels fishing for sprat during that period will require an authorisation to do so. To get a sense of how this news is being received within the fishing community in West Clare, Alanb morrissey was joined by Luke Aston, Carrigaholt based Irish Chartered Skippers Association Chair and Patrick Murphy, Irish South & West Fish Producers CEO.

Copperplate Podcast
Copperplate Time 507

Copperplate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 91:30


http//:www.copperplatemailorder.com Copperplate Time 507 presented by Alan O'Leary www.copperplatemailorder.com 1. Bothy Band: Green Groves/Flowers of Red Hill. After Hours 2. Patrick Street: The Newmarket Polkas. Irish Times3. Julia Clifford & Denis Murphy: Humours of Galtymore/Callaghan's/New Mown Meadow. Kerry Fiddles 4. Luke Kelly: The Night Visiting Song. The Collection 5. Mick Mulvey & Shane Meehan: The Missing Guest/Humours of Toomagh/Lad O'Beirne's. The Missing Guest6. Nancy Costello: McGovRedican's Mother/Humours of Derrycrossane/Sir Philip McHugh. Draiocht na Feadóige 7. Kevin Burke: Maudabawn Chapel/The Wild Irishman/ The Mother Reel. Very Best Of8. John McEvoy & John Wynne: The Kilkenny Jig/Ballinafad Fancy/Mulhare's. The Dancer at the Fair 9. Andy Irvine: The Girls Along the Road. All In Good Time 10. Bobby Casey: The Ace & Duce of Piping/Rodney's Glory. Spirit of West Clare 11. Daithi Gormley: My Love is Fair & Handsome/Maids of Mount Kisco/Clancy's Fancy. Fiddling Without A Bow 12. The 4 Provinces Ceili Band: Ann McHugh/Philip Sheils. 2nd Jimmy McHugh Memorial Concert13. Dezi Donnelly & Mike McGolldrick: Wheels of the World/Paddy Murphy's Wife. Dog in the Fog 14. Mick O'Brien & Caoimhin O'Raghallaigh: An Buailteoir Aerach/The Enchanted Lady/The Holy Land. Deadly Buzz 16. Kate & Anna McGarrigle: The Swimming Song. Kate & Anna McGarrigle 17. Ralph McTell: Sabreen. Private Recording 18. Bert Jansch: Running, Running From Home. The Collection 19. Brian Conway: Trim the Velvet/Lord Gordon's. Consider The Source 20. Dylan Carlos/Cein Sweeney/John McCartin: The Windy City/The Cloongroe/Lad O'Beirne's. The One After It 21. Danu: The Garsun Who Beat His Father/Sean Maguire's/Jimmy Kelly's. The Pearl 22. Bothy Band: Green Groves/Flowers of Red Hill. After Hours

Copperplate Podcast
Copperplate Time 507

Copperplate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 91:30


http//:www.copperplatemailorder.com                 Copperplate Time 507              presented by Alan O'Leary           www.copperplatemailorder.com                                         1. Bothy Band:  Green Groves/Flowers of Red Hill.                    After Hours 2. Patrick Street: The Newmarket Polkas.  Irish Times3. Julia Clifford & Denis Murphy:  Humours of              Galtymore/Callaghan's/New Mown Meadow.                Kerry Fiddles 4. Luke Kelly:   The Night Visiting Song.  The Collection 5. Mick Mulvey & Shane Meehan: The Missing Guest/Humours of Toomagh/Lad O'Beirne's. The Missing Guest6. Nancy Costello: McGovRedican's Mother/Humours of  Derrycrossane/Sir Philip McHugh. Draiocht  na Feadóige 7. Kevin Burke: Maudabawn Chapel/The Wild Irishman/           The Mother Reel.    Very Best Of8. John McEvoy & John Wynne:          The Kilkenny Jig/Ballinafad Fancy/Mulhare's.                The Dancer at the Fair                                 9. Andy Irvine: The Girls Along the Road.            All In Good Time 10. Bobby Casey: The Ace & Duce of Piping/Rodney's Glory.   Spirit of West Clare 11. Daithi Gormley: My Love is Fair & Handsome/Maids of Mount Kisco/Clancy's Fancy. Fiddling Without A Bow 12. The 4 Provinces Ceili Band:  Ann McHugh/Philip Sheils.   2nd Jimmy McHugh Memorial Concert13. Dezi Donnelly & Mike McGolldrick:   Wheels of the World/Paddy Murphy's Wife.  Dog in the Fog 14. Mick O'Brien & Caoimhin O'Raghallaigh:   An Buailteoir Aerach/The Enchanted Lady/The Holy Land.  Deadly Buzz 16. Kate & Anna McGarrigle: The Swimming Song.                   Kate & Anna McGarrigle 17. Ralph McTell:  Sabreen.   Private Recording 18. Bert Jansch:  Running, Running From Home.              The Collection 19. Brian Conway: Trim the Velvet/Lord Gordon's.                 Consider The Source 20. Dylan Carlos/Cein Sweeney/John McCartin:               The Windy City/The Cloongroe/Lad O'Beirne's.                   The One After It 21. Danu: The Garsun Who Beat His Father/Sean Maguire's/Jimmy Kelly's. The Pearl 22. Bothy Band:  Green Groves/Flowers of Red Hill. After Hours