Best Sideline Views Podcasts (2025)

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Clare FM Sideline View Friday May 16th 49:31

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Coming up on the show, we look ahead to Clare's opening game of the All Ireland senior football championship, and the minor's begin their journey in the Tier 3 series.The local soccer season reaches its climax on Sunday when Avenue and Bridge United lock horns for the Premier Division title while the relegation trap door will also open for the team…

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Clare Landlords Reportedly Taking Advantage Of Student Demand To Drive Up Rent On Larger Houses 8:48

4h ago8:48

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It's claimed some landlords are taking advantage of students' need for accommodation in Clare to drive up rent prices for larger dwellings. The latest Daft.ie report indicates rent prices for new tenants are up 10.4% compared to 2024, while since 2020 the average price of rent in the county has increased a staggering 70%.Five bed homes saw the larg…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 19-05-2025 1:42

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 19ú lá de mí Bealtaine, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1978 tháinig George Colley amach ag rá go raibh an stát chun stop a chaitheamh airgead agus go mbeadh am deacair ag gach duine I gceann tamall.I 1989 tháinig an nuacht amach gur chaill níos mó ná 100 míle duine a bpost sna 80dí.I 1989 don chéad…

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Caution Advised As Land And Property In Clare At Risk Of Fire 4:29

4h ago4:29

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It's feared no part of Clare is safe from the threat of fire over the coming days as the hot spell is expected to continue.A high risk fire warning issued by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine expired at midday but experts are warning there remains a particular danger on bog and mountain land.Over 3,000 hectares of land have been af…

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Weekend Sport Review - May 19th 22:02

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Clare 1-16 Down 3-27 (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg):Clare manager Peter Keane claims his side's slow start was the reason behind their defeat in Round 1 of the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship group stage. The Banner have still yet to break their duck in the reformed format, with Down leaving Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg with a 3-27 t…

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In The Garden: Plants To Grow In Shaded Areas 20:52

6h ago20:52

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On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tom Stewart from Keane’s Garden Centre in Kilcolgan.This week, Tom gave listeners advice on plants to grow in shaded Areas.If you have a question for Tom, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964.By Clare FM

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Mizen2Malin Fundraising Cycle 2025 In Aid Of Irish Guide Dogs For The Blind 11:56

6h ago11:56

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On Monday's Morning Focus Alan was joined by Cathal Joyce.Cathal, who's visually impaired is taking part in a fundraising cycle for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. The cycle, which sees participants travelling from Mizen Head in Cork to Donegal’s Malin Head is currently underway. The cyclists will be spending tonight in County Clare.…

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Ours To Protect - Biodiversity Week - 160525 15:06

6h ago15:06

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This week we begin a new series of ‘Ours To Protect’ which will focus on raising awareness of Climate Change and Climate Action in Clare and beyond.Today Pat Flynn looks ahead to Biodiversity Week 2025.By Clare FM

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Clare Principle Reflects On Ministerial Visit To St. Anne's School 6:13

6h ago6:13

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Minister of State at the Department of Education and Youth with special responsibility for Special Education and Inclusion, Michael Moynihan paid a visit to Clare last Friday. During his trip, Minister Moynihan visited schools in Killaloe, Shannon and Ennis. As part of the stop in St. Anne's in the county town, an extensive meeting was held between…

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Legal Slot: Injuries Resolution Board 9:48

7h ago9:48

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke to William Cahir of Cahir & Co Solicitors, Ennis in our weekly legal slot.This week, William spoke about the Injuries Resolution Board, Ireland’s independent State Body which resolves personal injury claims.If you have a legal question for Cahir & Co. Solicitors, email us on [email protected]…

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Water Safety Ireland: Hold Hands Event Set To Take Place In Ennis 5:17

7h ago5:17

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Today marks the start of National Water Safety Awareness Week.Water Safety Ireland invites you to a Hold Hands event in the Ennis Library this Thursday at 11am. The Hold Hands event is described as a fun and engaging session designed to help parents, guardians, and young children learn about staying safe around water. To find out more Alan Morrisse…

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Celtic Waves Novice Gala Set To Take Place This Week 5:48

7h ago5:48

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The next Celtic Waves Novice Swimming Gala is fast approaching. Shannon Leisure Centre is the venue for the gala, which will take place on the 24th of May. The event looks to hold various races for non competitive young swimmers in efforts to enhance their swimming skills and to give them a taste of competitive swimming.To discuss further, Alan Mor…

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World IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) Day 12:19

7h ago12:19

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Today is World IBD Inflammatory Bowel Disease Day. World IBD Day takes place on the 19th of May each year and unites people worldwide in their fight against Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. There are approximately 40,000 people in Ireland living with inflammatory bowel disease or IBD.For more on this Alan Morrissey was joined by Sarah O’Conn…

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Routine Incorrect Disposal Of Waste At Tulla Recycling Centre 19:49

7h ago19:49

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Tulla Recycling Centre has been experiencing issues regarding waste disposal. Rubbish is being thrown onto the ground beside the bins rather than in them, this has been reoccurring 1-2 times a week.Anger is being expressed over the incorrect disposal of waste at Tulla Recycling Centre by the local community. To find out more Alan was joined by Tim …

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Increased Costs Said To Be No Excuse Not To Deliver Clare Wastewater Schemes On Time 13:22

10h ago13:22

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It's claimed the increased cost of implementing the wastewater treatment schemes in Broadford and Cooraclare is no excuse not to deliver the projects on time. At this month's meeting of Clare County Council, Doonbeg Fianna Fáil councillor, Rita McInerney, requested an update on the current status and progress of the schemes which were announced in …

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Hopes Special Education Staff Shortfall In Clare Will Be Addressed Following Ministerial Visit 5:30

10h ago5:30

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It's hoped staffing deficiencies in special education settings in Clare will begin to be addressed following a ministerial visit. As part of his visit to Clare, Minister of State with Special Responsibility for Special Education and Inclusion, Michael Moynihan, has met with management of St Anne's School in Ennis. Concerns around the lack of therap…

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Keane Identifies Slow Start As Clare's Undoing Against Down 0:34

10h ago0:34

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Clare manager Peter Keane claims his side's slow start was the reason behind their defeat in Round 1 of the All Ireland Senior Football Championship group stage. The Banner have still yet to break their duck in the reformed format, with Down leaving Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg with a 3-27 to 1-16 win yesterday. The result puts Clare on the back foo…

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Russell Lauds 2025 Title As Sweetest Of His Tenure 5:32

10h ago5:32

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Avenue United manager David Russell says this year's league success is the sweetest of his tenure as manager. Avenue sealed their third Clare Premier Division title in the last six years with a dramatic 2-0 final day victory over Bridge United in Roslevan , courtesy of goals from Sean O'Callaghan and Eoghan Thynne.The Ennis side won 13 consecutive …

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Latest Horror Show at Home: WHU 1-2 Forest 1:30:04

19h ago1:30:04

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Gary and Chris discuss their final trip of the season to the soulless bowl. Utter dross, yet again. A match that was filled with excitement and drama, largely caused by the referee and VAR. It was a free gift for Nottingham Forest when they needed it most. VAR took 6 minutes before deciding to allow an offside goal. The referee's calls, along with …

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Atlantic Tales - Shannon Estuary Way - Episode 208 50:48

22h ago50:48

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On this week’s Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn takes a trip along the Shannon Estuary Way.The 207km looped drive connects the people of Clare to the north with Limerick and Kerry to the south. While the route always existed it wasn’t until 2019 that it was marketed as a tourism product by Fáilte Ireland.By Clare FM

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Clare TD Condemns Privatisation Of Higher Education System 5:18

1d ago5:18

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A Clare TD insists the privatisation of the higher education system is locking those from low-income families out of opportunities.Shannon Sinn Féin Deputy Donna McGettigan is calling on the Government to address the funding deficit in the education sector which she says is leading to private companies stepping in.It's also claimed the lack of fund…

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Pilot Scheme Proposed For Front Garden Conversions In Clare Estate 4:22

1d ago4:22

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A Clare social housing estate could lead the way in front garden driveway conversions.Sinn Féin Councillor Tommy Guilfoyle has proposed a pilot scheme be devised for Church Drive in Clarecastle to allow residents to convert their front gardens into driveways as a means of alleviating on-street traffic congestion.Responding to the proposal, Ennis Mu…

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Beyond Belief - Sunday 18th May. 2025 54:12

2d ago54:12

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Fr Brendan Quinlivan presents this Sunday's Beyond Belief and focuses on the new Pope. He is joined by Archbishop Kieran O’Reilly who once got a lift from the Pope and was a superior general of hiss SMA congregation at the same time that Robert (Bob to his friends) Prevost was prior general of the Augustinians. He also had recent meetings with him …

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Sunday Prayer - Sunday 18th May 2025 15:03

2d ago15:03

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Stephen Fletcher presents out Sunday Prayer for today 18th May 2025, the 5th Sunday of Easter.The set Gospel reading for today is from John 13: 31-35 and we hear Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure. He tells them he will not be with them much longer and leaves them with a new commandment that they should love one another as he has loved …

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Transport Minister To Open Killaloe Ballina Bridge Next Week 3:53

2d ago3:53

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The Minister for Transport will officially open a long-awaited bridge in East Clare in the coming week.Minister Darragh O'Brien is set to unveil the Brian Boru Bridge connecting Killaloe and Ballina next Thursday at 3pm.The major infrastructural project crosses the River Shannon one kilometre south of the existing Killaloe Bridge and will connect t…

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16 People Bitten By Dogs In First 4 Months Of The Year 4:35

2d ago4:35

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16 people in Clare are reported to have been bitten by dogs in the first four months of this year.All instances were serious and resulted in fines, hospitalisations or the dog needing to be surrendered.Clare's Dog Warden, previously was only required to document livestock attacks but under a new directive from the Department of the Evironment, atta…

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Clare TD Raises Issue Of Horse Welfare Claiming Nobody Has 'Cultural Right' To Ownership 1:39

2d ago1:39

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A Clare TD claims nobody in Ireland has a 'cultural or traditional' right to the ownership of horses.Speaking in the Dáil, deputy Cathal Crowe, raised the issue of horse control and the lack of adherence with The 1996 Control of Horses Act.He was made aware of the negative picture painted of Ireland's animal welfare policy by images of a horse teth…

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April - Irish Artist of the Week 4:13

3d ago4:13

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From Kildare, Ireland, April Lawlor is a singer, songwriter and producer releasing music under the moniker ‘April.’ Self-producing tracks on GarageBand that lived in the lo-fi, bedroom pop, indie world and posting them to SoundCloud just for fun quickly introduced her to the music industry. With a discography described as ‘introspective pop,’ her i…

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Sporting Fixtures Preview – May 16th 8:54

3d ago8:54

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To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch.Games Previewed:Clare v Down (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 2pm).Avenue United Vs Bridge United 2025 Clare Premier Division Final.By Clare FM

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Ar An Lá Seo - 16-05-2025 2:01

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 16ú lá de mí Bealtaine, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1986 bhagair John Boland go mbeadh sé chun rudaí a dhéanamh leis na pobail tógála mura mbeidís chun na rátaí úis a ghearradh.I 1997 tháinig an phobalbhreith amach ón olltoghchán agus tháinig sé amach gur chaill Fianna Fáil 3 pointe.I 1986 rinne…

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Village Tour: Season 2 - Episode 20: Ruan 38:30

3d ago38:30

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It is time for the twentieth episode of our second season of The Village Tour.With The Village Tour, we here at Morning Focus are aiming to highlight the smaller villages and townlands around the county.By doing this, we hope to showcase their unique character, while also bringing their diversity and individuality to life for you, the listener.Duri…

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Corofin Councillor Calls For Development Of Community Crisis Response Plan For Clare 8:04

3d ago8:04

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Clare’s Local Community Development Committee is being called upon to consider developing a Community Crisis Response Plan for the County. The call comes in a motion which came before this month’s meeting of Clare County Council. The motion was submitted by the Corofin Fianna Fáil Councillor, Joe Killeen.To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined …

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Ukraine And Russia Engage In Peace Negotiations 11:39

3d ago11:39

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America's top diplomat, Marco Rubio, is downplaying hopes of a breakthrough in talks between Ukraine and Russia and says he doesn't have 'high expectations'. It's after Russian President Vladimir Putin spurned an offer by the Ukrainian leader to meet face-to-face in Turkey, instead sending a more junior delegation. Ukraine’s President, Volodymyr Ze…

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Draft Mailbag: Shortstop Defense, Draft Strategy, A Sleeper College Bat & More 43:38

3d ago43:38

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Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast to dig deeper into reader draft questions. What’s our degree of confidence in the top shortstops sticking at the position and how would we line them up? Which are our favorite prospects in each major demographic? Would a team tank on a top 10 pick this year to get one in the 2026 class? Will the Orioles dra…

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Food Prices Predicted to Rise Even Further 17:45

3d ago17:45

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Consumers are being warned that the cost of food is set to rise even further. The warning comes after new figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) revealed a surge in the prices that processors are paying farmers. CSO statisticians said that overall prices paid to farmers for their produce in the year to March had jumped by 20pc, leading to…

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Clare TD Claims Failure To Adopt Innovative Wastewater Solutions Blocking Developments 9:48

3d ago9:48

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A Clare TD says there's a lack of willingness at Government level to adopt innovative solutions to facilitate the delivery of housing developments in the county. Speaking in the Dáil, Bodyke Fine Gael TD, Joe Cooney, claims the inability of Uisce Éireann to deliver wastewater treatment infrastructure is resulting in the blocking of developments. Th…

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Fears Casual Traders Impacting Viability Of Clare Businesses 3:30

3d ago3:30

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It's feared casual traders could be damaging the viability of permanent businesses in Clare. Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom O'Callaghan has this week called on the local authority to review of its policy in relations to Casual Trading Licences which are permits granted to the likes of food truck operators and stallholders. There are 12 designated casua…

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New Owners To Sideline Sullivan? 1:15:35

4d ago1:15:35

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Join Chris and Gary to discuss if the sudden interest from more than one US investor means a potential hostile takeover of the club and inevitably, the end of Sullivan using West Ham as his play thing. Is it out of the frying pan and into the fire or should we just make sure he's gone before we worry about what the new mob are like? Plenty of bad s…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 15-04-2025 1:44

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 15ú lá de mí Bealtaine, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1981 chaith daoine clocha ag bus agus carr agus bhí carr amháin trí thine mar bhí amhais ag rith timpeall Baile Átha Cliath an oíche roimhe.I 2009 thug bainisteoir IDA dóchas gan údar chuig na hoibrithe a bhí ag obair ar aerárthach.I 1992 bhí c…

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Clare Women In Business - Michelle Riordan - Episode 4 15:10

4d ago15:10

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Michelle Riordan is originally from Co Meath where her family runs their own business.She and her husband had both travelled and lived abroad separately for many years. They had grown up down the road from each other in a small rural community in Meath.When their paths finally crossed again in 2004, they established Yogatraveller, a business that c…

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Local Tiktoker On Eurovision 2025 7:28

4d ago7:28

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Can Ireland end its near three-decade Eurovision famine? We haven’t tasted success since Eimear Quinn singing “The Voice” triumphed in Norway all the way back in 1996. Eurovision fans will have to wait until tonight to see if our entry Emmy qualifies for the final. The Grand Final takes place in Basel, Switzerland on Saturday night. Emmy - who is h…

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A Focus On Multiple Sclerosis In Men 23:32

4d ago23:32

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Multiple Sclerosis is a long-lasting chronic disease of the central nervous system. It is thought to be an autoimmune disorder, a condition in which the body attacks itself by mistake. MS is an unpredictable disease that affects people differently.Alan Morrissey was joined by a number of male guests who are all living with MS, to share their storie…

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Former Clare Senator Working for NGO In Mongolia 9:32

4d ago9:32

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A former Clare senator is making full use of her political sabbatical. Inagh native Róisín Garvey has travelled to Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia to volunteer for Asral NGO Keeping Families Together. The former Green Party representative is working as a Solar Project Manager.To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Róisín Garvey.Photo(C): Roi…

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Lisdoonvarna Musician On Petition To Save UK Musical Instrument Crafting Course 16:59

4d ago16:59

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Support is being sought to save a musical instrument crafting course. Lincoln College at the University of Hull in the UK has announced that it will no longer be accepting new students onto the musical instrument craft courses at Newark School of Musical Instrument Crafts. This is the only full-time course of its kind in the whole of Ireland and th…

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Ennis Local Transport Plan Goes to Public Consultation 17:37

4d ago17:37

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The Ennis Local Transport Plan is going to a public consultation. The Plan, which is being delivered by the Ennis Municipal District office of Clare County Council and Systra Ltd., will guide funding for future transportation projects across the County Town and surrounding areas, including road, cycle, and pedestrian infrastructure. The six-week pu…

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Psychotherapist On Men's Mental Health 9:48

4d ago9:48

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Mental health issues affect everyone, but males are less likely than females to seek treatment.To discuss this important topic, Alan Morrissey was joined by Integrated Professional Counsellor and Psychotherapist Specialising in Addiction & Midwest Area Coordinator with Grow Mental Health, Celia Brett.…

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Over €3 Million Awarded To Clare For Housing Adaptation Grants 9:51

4d ago9:51

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Clare has been awarded over €3 million in funding for housing adaptation grants.Just under €2.7 million of this has been provided to this county through exchequer funding while a further 476,000 is estimated to be contributed by the local authority.It forms part of a national total of €117 million, with an increase of €10,000 in the maximum grant a…

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Hello, How Are You? Day 8:18

4d ago8:18

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Today is not just the 15th of May: it’s also Hello, How Are You Day. This mental health initiative is inviting everyone across Clare and the rest of the country – and beyond – to take a moment to say hello and really check in with the people around them. There will be events taking place in Clare, including a coffee morning for Hello, How Are You? …

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Termination of Tenancies 17:18

4d ago17:18

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The termination of tenancies remains the main issue affecting renters according to Threshold. The organisation says over 9 thousand 300 homes contacted them for support in the first three months of the year. A third of the queries relate to tenancy termination. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Cat Clark, Threshold's Campaign's …

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