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00:15:14

Clare Educator John Burns Spoke At The 2025 National...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/11

What is the impact of organ donation and how can that message be transmitted to the wider public? That’s just one of the questions facing healthcare professionals, donor families, and transplant recipients who recently gathered for the 2025 National Organ Donation Conference in Galway. The theme for the conference was “Conversations That Matter”. At the event John Burns, the former Deputy Principal of Rice College gave a talk on donor family experience. His younger brother benefitted from two liver

00:10:36

Miltown Malbay’s Pop Up Shop Supporting Sustainability

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2025/11/11

A pop-up shop aimed at supporting sustainability will come to Miltown Malbay this coming weekend. The event will take place at Miltown Malbay Community Centre on Saturday, the 15th of November from 10am-5pm, and will feature over 32 stands selling pre-loved Womens, Mens and Childrens clothes and accessories. For more on this, Sally-Ann Barrett was spoke with two of the organisers, Fiona Whyte and Emer McCarthy.

00:16:34

The Minister For Justice Has Announced New...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/11

The Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan has announced Government approval for the drafting of legislation which will allow for information sharing between The Gardai and schools in relation to violence in the home. The aim is to strengthen protection for children impacted by violence by creating awareness around the situation and support for school children. To discuss this further, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Clare Haven Manager of Services Siobhán O’Connor and Assistant Principal at CBS

00:09:40

Trial Of Four Gardaí And Retired Superintendent...

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2025/11/11

The trial of four gardaí and a retired Superintendent, charged as part of a major corruption investigation, is due to begin today, Tuesday 11th November. Between the five, they face a total of 42 charges of attempting to pervert the course of justice over fixed charge penalty points notices. The charges cover various dates from the 9th of October, 2016, to the 6th of September, 2019 in locations in the Mid West region. Sandra Quinn, Senior Court Reporter with the Limerick Leader & Limerick Live

00:01:56

Council Pays Tribute To Michael D Higgins As...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/11

Clare County Council has formally congratulated Catherine Connolly ahead of her inauguration as the 10th Uachtaráin na hEireann today. Connolly will officially become the third female President of Ireland in a special ceremony at Dublin Castle this afternoon. It will be another Presidency retaining strong Clare links to Áras an Uachtaráin, with her husband Brian McEnery hailing from Ennis. Michael D Higgins, meanwhile, received a standing ovation in the council chamber after his term in office

00:03:15

Need For New Midwest Hospital 'General Consensus'...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/11

It's claimed the need for the construction of a new hospital is the 'general consensus' of the Midwest's elected representatives. It follows a meeting, oranised by Fine Gael, regarding Midwest healthcare which was the second of its kind since the publication of HIQA's review into emergency capacity in the region. Shannon Sinn Féin TD, Donna McGettigan, says members of the opposition attended the meeting to put forward the viewpoint that all three of the health watchdog's recommendations be

00:15:48

Sports Review - 10th November

Clare FM ·

2025/11/10

Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM's Derrick Lynch and Joe Garrihy to review the weekend fixtures. Games Reviewed: Munster Club SFC Quarter-Final: Eire Óg v Rathgormack (Waterford) (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chíosóg) Munster Intermediate Club Football Quarter-Final: Corofin v Stradbally (Sunday, Corofin) Munster Club JFC Quarter-Final: Killimer v Clonmel Óg (Saturday, Kilmihil)

00:12:42

In The Garden – Winter Flowering Shrubs For Bees

Clare FM ·

2025/11/10

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre was back for her usual slot on In The Garden and gave us lots of great advice on winter flowering shrubs that benefit the bees.

00:16:03

Traditional Greats: Michael Falsey

Clare FM ·

2025/11/10

It’s time for another episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Traditional Greats. Traditional Greats is presented and produced by Therese McInerney. This captivating 26-part series celebrates the enduring legacy of traditional Irish music in our county. Each episode pays tribute to a legendary Clare musician who has passed on, but whose influence continues to inspire generations. Therese speaks with musicians from across the county, exploring how these iconic figures shaped their

00:07:35

Clare IFA Chair Urges Bird Owners To Protect...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/10

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

00:04:48

Futureproof Clare Says Taosieachs LNG COP Comments...

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2025/11/10

A Clare based Lecturer has branded the Taoiseach's comments ahead of COP 30 as "nothing short of disgraceful." The thirtieth Conference of Parties is taking place in Belém, Brazil this week with 60 Irish delegates in attendance. Speaking at a climate summit in Brizal prior to COP 30, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said that Ireland's development of Liquified Natural Gas plants can't happen fast enough. Futureproof Clare Spokesperson Dr Sinéad Sheehan has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that she

00:10:26

Phil Coulter On Tranquility By Candlelight At Glór

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2025/11/10

Phil Coulter is coming to Clare! The legendary songwriter, artist and producer will pay a visit to Glór on the 28th of November with Tranquility by Candelight. The show will see the Derry native bringing a new and updated take on his classic 1983 album, Classic Tranqulity. Alan Morrissey spoke with Phil on Monday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) National Concert Hall

00:11:54

Luke Kelly Tribute Set To Take Place In Doolin

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2025/11/10

The Attic at Hotel Doolin will play host to a tribute to Luke Kelly later this month. The tribute show in honour of The Dubliners’ legend, featuring Trevor Sexton and friends, will take place on Saturday, the 22nd of November. The concert is brought to you by the folks at Cuppa Tea TV... On Monday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined in-studio by Damian O' Rourke, of Cuppa Tea and Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, Áine Tyrrell.

00:08:12

Local GP On Vaping Following New Healthy Ireland Survey

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2025/11/10

Almost one in five young people say they vape every single day, according to the new Healthy Ireland Survey. Half of vapers aged between 15 and 24 use disposable vapes, with over 80 per cent claiming they use fruity flavours. Meanwhile, a tax on e-liquid was introduced last week, driving the price of reusable vapes from 6 to 12 euro. Chief Medical Officer Mary Horgan says they'll be bringing in new measures that will specifically target young people's vaping habits. To discuss this further,

00:13:48

Sharon Shannon On Celebrating 30 Years Of Music At Glór

Clare FM ·

2025/11/10

Ruan native, Sharon Shannon has certainly enjoyed a remarkable journey since she began her own recording career back in 1989. Two years ago, she released Now and Then to celebrate 30 years at the forefront of Irish Music. Sharon Shannon joined Alan Morrissey on Monday’s Morning Focus to chat about her upcoming show at Glór on Saturday, November 22nd. Photo (c) Glór

00:06:02

Annual Irish UNESCO Global Geoparks Forum 2025 To...

Clare FM ·

2025/11/10

Clare County Council has announced that the Annual Irish UNESCO Global Geoparks Forum 2025 will be hosted by the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark. The Forum will take place on the 26th and 27th of November at Hotel Doolin. This year’s forum, themed ‘Natural Capital Unpackaged – How UNESCO Global Geoparks Can Play a Role’, will bring together leading experts, community groups, and stakeholders to explore the vital role of natural capital in sustainable development and

00:17:30

The O’Connor Family Bids Farewell To Texaco Shannon...

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2025/11/10

An era has come to an end at a petrol station in Shannon, with O’Connor’s Texaco changing hands. After 49 years, the O’Connor family have sold their “beloved” petrol station and shop. It has now opened under new ownership. The decision to sell the business and move on is undoubtedly a bittersweet one for the O’Connor family. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined live in studio by Darragh O'Connor of O’Connor’s Texaco in Shannon.

00:12:54

The Banner Plaza Has Officially Opened It's Doors

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2025/11/10

The €20 million Banner Plaza at Junction 12 off the M18 has officially been unveiled following a 14-year battle during which various legal challenges came its way. Clare FM's Seán Lyons attended the opening of the plaza and spoke to Supermac's Managing Director and founder Pat McDonagh. Photo (c) Rory Murphy

00:07:04

Supermac's Founder Claims New Clare Service Station...

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2025/11/10

The founder of an Irish fast food restaurant chain claims its new service station in Clare will be its biggest one yet. The €20 million Supermac's Banner Plaza, which is located at Junction 12 off the M18 near Doora, has officially opened its doors. The complex supports over 120 jobs and has been in the works for 14 years during which time it's seen off various legal challenges. Founder and Managing Director of Supermac's, Pat McDonagh, says the need for it was clear.

00:03:51

Shannon Chamber Launches Circular Economy Initiative...

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2025/11/10

Shannon businesses are leading the way with a new initiative aimed at making companies view waste as an opportunity instead of a problem. Shannon Chamber has developed the plan which seeks to match reusable company waste with businesses that can put it to productive use. The initiative has been spearheaded by Ei Electronics' Head of Sustainability and Electronics Bill Doran who has a background in finding local partners for repurposing and recycling company waste. Shannon Chamber CEO Helen Downes

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