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00:13:27

Calls For Urgent Action Within Nursing Homes

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

Urgent action is needed to embed nursing home care within a rights-based, sustainable and person-centred system, according to stakeholders. Nursing Homes Ireland is warning the sector faces deepening fragmentation, widening inequities and unsustainable pressure on residents, families and staff. A new Insights Paper identifies 10 thematic priorities, including human rights, safeguarding, equitable access and workforce planning. It says a person-centred approach must shape all future policy

00:10:07

HHC Drug Banned By Government Over Youth Mental...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

Synthetic cannabinoid HHC or Hexa hydro cannabinol has been classified as an illegal drug by the Government. This means that the import, export, production, possession, sale and supply of products containing the man-made substance is banned. HHC, as well as 13 other substances, has now been categorised as a Schedule 1 controlled drug Misuse of Drugs Act 1977. A Clare mother has called for this ban after her daughter’s experience with HHC. To discuss this further, Derrick Lynch was joined

00:05:06

Coffee & Dip Fundraiser for Milford Hospice Raised...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

A heart-warming community effort in Kilrush last Sunday saw locals come together for a Coffee & Dip Fundraiser in support of Milford Hospice and the result was nothing short of incredible, raising an amazing €35,000. To tell us more about the day, Derrick Lynch was joined by Imelda Bourke, the organiser behind the event.

00:08:36

DigiHubs In Clare

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

With schools closed and holiday season in full swing, balancing work and family can be a challenge, especially if you're working remotely. But in County Clare, local DigiHubs are offering a practical solution. Operated by Clare County Council, these Connected Hubs provide quiet, professional workspaces across the county. From Kilkee to Ennistymon, making it easier for working parents and holidaymakers to stay connected while enjoying summer with the family. To tell us more, Derrick Lynch was

00:19:31

Tánaiste Announces Another €2m In Funds To Support...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

The Tánaiste has announced another €2m euro in funds to support the delivery of food to Gaza. The additional funding for the World Food Programme comes as a UN watchdog declared famine was now underway there. Meanwhile, Both sides of the Atlantic have reacted after Britain's Keir Starmer announced a plan to recognise Palestine. France has congratulated the UK for 'following its lead'. Donald Trump says Britain didn't discuss the move with him. Israel claims the UK's 'rewarding' Hamas. Others

00:04:38

Clare TD Claims He Won't Allow Funding For Small...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

A Clare Government TD claims he'll work to ensure funding for small businesses in the county isn't slashed in the next Budget. A Department of Enterprise response to a parliamentary question from Bodyke Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney has revealed businesses supported by Enterprise Ireland in Clare have risen by 7% in the last year, bringing the total amount of EI-supported jobs here to 5,566. Clare's Local Enterprise Office received over €1.3 million in funding in 2024 which resulted in 228 small

00:04:34

Fears Of Major Congestion With Proposed Knockalisheen...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

It's claimed the people of Meelick won't stand for a proposed road closure on the Clare-Limerick border. In a joint project, both local authorities plan to close the Knockalisheen Road from Brennan's Cross to Hartigan's Villas for a four week period commencing on August 11th, to facilitate upgrades of the Northern Distributor Road. Clare County Council and Limerick City & County Council are accepting public submissions on the plans until August 5th. Cratloe Fianna Fáil Councillor Pat O'Gorman says

00:08:50

Clare Munster Rep Labels Timing Of Munster Football...

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2025/07/31

Clare's Munster Council representative Bernard Keane is questioning the timing of the proposed changes to the Munster Football Championship structure. The new proposal would see Cork take the place of Clare as a seeded county for 2026, based off a higher National Football League position. The current seeding system has been in place since 2015, and would see Clare given automatic progression to the semi final, on the opposite side to reigning champions Kerry, on account of reaching the provincial

00:06:21

Tough Opening Round Contest To Stand To Doonbeg In...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/31

Doonbeg will be hoping to keep their 2025 TUS Clare Senior Football Championship campaign alive this weekend. They face off against Lissycasey in Miltown on Saturday evening, knowing a defeat will likely see them knocked out of the championship. Lissycasey kicked 21 points in a comfortable victory over Kilmihil last time out, while Doonbeg suffered a one point defeat to Ennistymon in Round 1. Clare FM analyst, Joe Garry, says the close-fought nature of that defeat may just give Doonbeg an edge

00:05:37

World's Biggest Earthquake In 21 Years Detected In...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

One of the biggest earthquakes in modern history has been picked up in North Clare.A magnitude 8.8 event struck the Kamchatka peninsula on Russia's Pacific coast last night, prompting evacuation orders in a nearby port town as well as in Japan where two million were advised to vacate to higher ground. The quake, which is the largest since 2004's magnitude 9.1 event near Indonesia's Sumatra Island which prompted a tsunami that killed roughly 220,000 people, was captured by the Burren and Cliffs

00:02:21

Ar An Lá Seo - 30-07-2025

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 30ú lá de mí Iúil, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1982 dúradh leis an cheardchumann CIE go raibh siad chun pinsean níos fearr a bheith acu ag dul ar aghaidh. I 1985 bhí an buiséad a tháinig an rialtas amach leis go dona agus de bharr sin chaill 20 mhíle duine a bpost. I 1982 chun an lá saoire bainc í mí Lúnasa a cheiliúradh tháinig an club iománaíocht I dTuath Ó gConaíle amach ag rá go raibh siad chun beárbaiciú mór a dhéanamh. I 1988 bhí na

00:01:34

Ar An Lá Seo - 01-09-2025

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 1ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1978 cheap daoine go raibh an Fhéile Rose of Tralee chun nach mór 2 milliúin punt a thabhairt isteach. I 1988 chuaigh na bpáistí ar ais chuig an scoil agus bhí bagairt ann go mbeadh cur isteach mór de bharr gearradh siar ar na múinteoirí agus go mbeadh fadhb leis an chlár ama. I 1988 ghoid duine 7 míle punt ón chlub galf I Lahinch. I 2005 bhuaigh na Wolfe Tones I gcoinne Newmarket on

00:10:44

The Kilrush Traditional Festival

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

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.

00:14:05

Clare Musicians Feature In Fleadh 25

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

As Wexford Town gears up to host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann this August, all eyes are on the talented musicians representing County Clare. From Broadford to Lisdoonvarna and Drumquin, Clare’s rich musical heritage is alive and well in the hands of rising stars and seasoned performers alike. Brian Cavanagh and Sinéad Mulqueen (Broadford), Bethan Marsh (Lisdoonvarna), and Tim Howard (Drumquin) are the names carrying Clare’s musical torch as they compete for a coveted place in the All-Ireland

00:11:58

New Bus Route Brings Car-Free Access To Clare’s Coast

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

Clare’s coastal gems are now easier than ever to reach, without a car. The new TFI Local Link Route 351 connects Galway City to Doolin Pier and the Cliffs of Moher, with up to five services daily. The service opens up key Wild Atlantic Way destinations including Ballyvaughan, Fanore, and Doolin, and links with ferry departures to the Aran Islands. It’s a major boost for sustainable travel and local tourism. To find out more, Derrick Lynch was joined by Liam O’Brien, owner of Doolin Ferry.

00:05:49

Shannon Companies To Benefit From State’s Largest...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

Two Shannon Companies, namely medical technology manufacturer Hooke Bio LTD and leading radar technology developer Provisio have been included in the Department of Enterprises €28m Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund, which are targeting three initiatives nationwide. Firstly Hooke Bio LTD, along with the University of Galway and lIFT Biosciences have a pool of €11.9m available to them for their work in treating Metastatic Tumuors that are no longer responding to treatment. Provisio,

00:08:28

Daniel O’Connell 250th Anniversary Commemoration

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

Clare County Council is preparing to mark a major historical milestone next month, as it hosts a weekend of events in Ennis to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O’Connell. Known as “The Liberator,” O’Connell’s legacy will be honoured through music, lectures, exhibitions, and a special community celebration. For more on this, Derrick Lynch was joined by Dolores Meaney, Senior Executive Libarian and Sean Lenihan, Clare County Council Senior Engineer.

00:17:16

Government Backs 'Practical' Cabin Plan

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

The Social Democrats have criticised the Government's proposal to raise the size limit for cabins or garden homes to 45 sq.m, calling it a "half-baked plan" to relocate people into what they describe as "glorified garden sheds." The Cabinet was informed that a public consultation on the proposal to increase the permitted size for such structures to 45 sq.m will launch today. This is larger than the original suggested upper limit of 40 sq.m. Under current rules, an extension to the rear of a

00:03:12

15 New Gardaí To Be Deployed To Shannon

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

Shannon is set to benefit from a significant boost to its Garda resources. It comes amid confirmation that 15 new recruits from Templemore will be deployed to the district in September. It follows an escalation of anti-social behaviour in the catchment area along with a number of incidents at Shannon Airport. Clare Fianna Fáil Minister of State Timmy Dooley believes it will have positive knock on effects for the whole county.

00:04:33

Clare AGSI Rep Seeking "Stabilisation" From New Garda...

Clare FM ·

2025/07/30

A Clare member of the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors' National Executive Committee insists the new Garda Commissioner must bring "stabilisation" to the force. Dublin native Justin Kelly has been appointed as successor to Drew Harris following a decision by Cabinet. The former Deputy Commissioner for Security, Strategy and Governance has been a Garda for over 30 years and previously served as Assistant Commissioner with responsibility for Serious and Organised Crime. Ennis-based

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