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00:05:11

Knockalisheen Road To Remain Open For Completion Of...

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2025/09/04

A heavily-trafficked road in south-east Clare is to remain open throughout the completion of the Limerick Northern Distributor Road. Clare County Council had announced plans in July to implement closures at various points along the Knockalisheen Road in Meelick to facilitate the €31 million relief road project. Following a period during which the public was invited to make submission, the local authority has confirmed the route will stay accessible for the duration of construction. Local Fianna Fáil

00:04:33

Clare's Opposition TD "Not Shocked" By Endometriosis...

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2025/09/04

Clare's opposition TD claims she's "not shocked" at the amount of women on waiting lists for endometriosis surgery across the country. Newly-released figures show 747 Irish women are currently waiting to access surgery. Of these, 145 have been on a waiting list for between three and six months, while a further 138 have are waiting between six and 12 months. Shannon Sinn Féin Deputy, Donna McGettigan, says although some minor steps have been made in the right direction, it's not good enough that the

00:01:32

Ar An Lá Seo -03-09-2025

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2025/09/03

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 3ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1980 bhí soláthairtí peitreal agus ola I mbaol de bharr riail obair a tháinig amach do thiománaí tancaeir agus fostaí eile. I 2002 shábháil páiste a raibh 10 mbliain d'aois a athair nuair a chaith sí é féin thairis nuair a bhí bithiúnaigh á bhualadh é le bata nuair a bhí siad ag iascaireacht. I 1971 tháinig an nuacht amach go raibh Guaire Fabrics I Gort chun dúnadh I 6 seachtain. I 2002

00:14:08

Clare Women Part Of Gaza Bound Aid Flotilla

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2025/09/03

Two Clare woman are among those on board an international flotilla of boats carrying humanitarian aid and pro-Palestinian activists to Gaza The Global Sumud Flotilla Mission plans to launch in two waves - the first from Barcelona and the second from Tunis on 4 September. Around 20 vessels departed Barcelona on Monday evening, several hours after winds forced it to return to the Spanish port. Activists hope the boats will converge in the Mediterranean before sailing towards Gaza, a trip that is

00:06:59

Clare’s Glory Days Remembered

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2025/09/03

It started as a simple plan between friends — to meet up in Ballyvaughan, re-watch the 1995 All-Ireland Final, and celebrate the 30th anniversary of Clare’s historic breakthrough. But a few WhatsApp messages later, that small idea has grown into a full-blown community fundraiser. Next Saturday, September 6th, Greene’s Pub in Ballyvaughan will host a night of nostalgia, music, raffles, and maybe even a few special guests, with proceeds going to local causes. The evening kicks off at 7pm, with

00:16:29

Sharp Rise In The Use Of AI Chatbots Among Children

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2025/09/03

A new report from CyberSafeKids reveals a sharp rise in the use of AI chatbots among children as young as eight, with many turning to them for homework help, friendship, and advice—often without any safeguards in place. Despite efforts to delay smartphone ownership and regulate social media, over 70% of under-13s are still active on platforms meant for older users. And the consequences are troubling: more than one in four children reported being bothered by disturbing online content, including

00:07:58

Hunt For Land To Unlock New Homes In Clare

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2025/09/03

A firm looking for land for development in Clare has put forward a series of measures that it believes could be used to address the housing challenges in this country. Fitzpatrick & Heavey Group, which already has over 500 homes under construction nationwide, has proposed that it could deliver up to 10,000 new homes within the next three years if planning and zoning obstacles are addressed. To address this in detail, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Ciaran Fitzpatrick, CEO, Fitzpatrick & Heavey

00:13:01

Road Safety Walk On The N67

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2025/09/03

This September, North Clare woman Helga Himmelsbach will walk and cycle 120 kilometres—from Kilrush to Kinvara—in memory of her late husband, Jerry O’Connor. Jerry was tragically killed in 2023 on the N67 near Ballyvaughan, struck by a car driven on the wrong side of the road by a tourist. Since that devastating day, Helga has become a passionate advocate for road safety across North Clare. Her journey begins on September 7th, not just to honour Jerry’s life, but to shine a light on the

00:15:18

Online Abuse Of Election Candidates Last Year...

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2025/09/03

A chilling snapshot of democracy under fire— a new report from Coimisiún na Meán has laid bare the scale of online abuse targeting election candidates in Ireland. From death threats to intimidation and smear campaigns, the findings reveal a disturbing trend: nearly half of local election hopefuls and a staggering six in ten general election candidates who took part in the study say they’ve faced threatening or offensive behaviour online. To discuss this further, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by

00:01:38

Council Urged To Promote Public Transport As Free...

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2025/09/03

Clare County Council is being urged to promote public transport routes here in order to harness the potential of a new free travel initiative. The Department of Transport has announced that free travel on all TFI-operated services has been extended to all children between the ages of five and eight. Free travel on public transport was previously available to children up to the age of five, and the announcement means almost 236,000 additional children can now avail of the services at no cost. Ciaran

00:04:34

East Clare Road In "Absolutely Deplorable State" To...

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2025/09/03

A road in East Clare said to be in an "absolutely deplorable state" and "nearly impassable" is to be closed for over a month to facilitate an infrastructural upgrade. Clare County Council has announced that a 24-hour road closure will be in place on the L70361 at Ardnataggle in O'Briensbridge from September 29th to November 7th to allow for the installation of a new watermain. Local access is to be maintained for the duration of the closure while traffic will be diverted via the R463 and L3070 at

00:02:44

Clare School Secretaries And Caretakers Pledge To...

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2025/09/02

School secretaries and caretakers in Clare have pledged to remain on strike until the Government meets their demands. Pickets have taken place at the office of the county's Government TDs this morning as those engaging in industrial action continue their pursuit of public service pensions and other entitlements for a fourth day. Having chosen the school gates as the location for their demonstrations since last Thursday, secretaries and caretakers in Clare opted for a different approach this

00:02:03

Ar An Lá Seo - 02-09-2025

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2025/09/02

Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 2ú lá de mí Mheán Fómhair, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh. I 1977 tháinig na Gardaí agus ball de na fórsaí armtha le chéile chun cuardach do dhrong. I 1982 tháinig an rialtas amach ag rá go mbeadh gearradh siar sa sheirbhísí slándála agus de bharr sin chaill 4,000 duine a bpost. I 1977 fuair tábhairneoir, siopadóir, óstánaí agus daoine a rinne leaba is bricfeasta don Fleadh Cheoil in Inis timpeall 2.5 milliúin punt. I 2000 tháinig Madeline Taylor

00:10:00

4,000 HGV Drivers Needed Over The Next 5 Years

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2025/09/02

With Christmas just around the corner, Ireland’s haulage industry is warning of a looming crisis. The sector says it’s short more than 4,000 HGV drivers over the next five years, and that without urgent action, the impact could be felt as soon as this festive season, with delayed deliveries, rising grocery prices and lorries parked up for lack of drivers. To discuss the scale of the problem and what needs to be done is, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Eugene Drennan, Ennis-based former IRHA

00:09:41

The Spanking Goddess And Other Discarded Tales Show...

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2025/09/02

If you think you know Irish mythology, think again. This Friday, September 5th, The Attic in Doolin will host a night of wild, witty, and wonderfully untamed storytelling with Clare Murphy, one of Ireland’s most captivating voices. Her show, The Spanking Goddess and Other Discarded Tales, is a romp through the lesser-known, often outrageous myths of the Celts, stories that didn’t make it into the schoolbooks, but absolutely deserve to be heard. To tell us more about these untold tales and what

00:19:20

New Study Highlights Barriers In Women’s Heart Health

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2025/09/02

When it comes to heart health, many women in Ireland are unknowingly putting themselves at risk. New research from the Irish Heart Foundation reveals that stress, lack of motivation, and the rising cost of living are major barriers preventing women from taking care of their hearts. Despite heart disease and stroke killing six times more women than breast cancer, awareness remains low—and many still see it as a “male disease.” To help us unpack these findings and talk about what women can do

00:07:58

Corofin Community Hall Celebrates It’s 80th Anniversary

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2025/09/02

For generations, St Patrick’s Hall in Corofin has been more than just a building—it has been the beating heart of village life in North Clare. This year, as the hall turns 80, it continues to symbolize everything that makes Corofin unique: a hub for drama, the birthplace of the Corofin Agricultural Show, a venue for sport, a place for dancing & more. As part of the celebrations, The Kilkenny’s will be in concert on 12th September. To find out more about this, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by

00:10:57

Doors Open At Ennistymon’s Brand-New Primary School

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2025/09/02

A new chapter in education began in North Clare last Friday, 29th August, with the official opening of Ennistymon National School. The new purpose build has already welcomed pupils and their families into a modern, inspiring learning environment. To find out more, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Principal, Noreen Murphy.

00:17:17

Concerns Amid Silent Slowdown For Small To Medium...

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2025/09/02

Ireland’s small and medium-sized businesses are facing what some are calling a “silent slowdown,” with serious implications for jobs and the wider economy. According to one of the country’s leading accountants, Neil Hughes of Azets Ireland, many SMEs have already burned through their cash reserves and goodwill from suppliers—and are now teetering on the edge of a crisis not seen since 2012. Unemployment has already crept up from 3.9% to 4.9%, and the warning signs are flashing red for thousands

00:09:54

‘One Plate for Palestine’ Community Initiative In...

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2025/09/02

Carrigaholt is coming together for a heartwarming community event on September 6th at Keane’s Barn, celebrating food, music, and solidarity. This initiative, part of the broader ‘One Plate for Palestine’ movement, was founded by Barbara Nealon, a Doonaha native now living in West Cork, and aims to raise funds for the Medical Aid for Palestinians charity. To discuss this further, Sally-Ann Barrett was joined by Sue Magee.

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