Best The Fruit Shop Podcasts (2023)

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In The Garden - Planting Fruit 17:28

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Tom Stewart from Keane’s Garden Centre in Kilcolgan.On this week’s In The Garden, Tom provided listeners with all the information, tips and tricks regarding planting fruit now for a home grown harvest this summer.If you have a question for Tom, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text o…

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County Arts Officer Siobhán Mulcahy Previews This Weeks Entertainment 7:05

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On Monday’s Morning Focus, It was time again for our weekly Arts slot with County Art’s Officer Siobhán Mulcahy.Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of live events for entertainment lovers in the Banner County this week, who rounded up events on the social calendar for the coming fortnight.…

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Shannon Residents Group 'Want To Be Heard' As Emergency Accommodation Plans For Town Emerge 16:33

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The Chair of the newly formed Shannon Residents Group says the community 'wants to be heard' around plans for a significant emergency accommodation facility in the town.Elaine Kingston believes communication on the matter needs to improve, and a commitment to further resources for the area is needed.…

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NBI Expects Work To Deliver Broadband In Clare To Reach Halfway Point Next Year 6:04

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National Broadband Ireland expects works to deliver high-speed broadband to properties in Clare will have reached the halfway mark in the second half of next year.NBI Spokesperson, Adam Ledwith says work remains on track here.By Clare FM

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Theresa Garrihy Set To Officially Launch Album 'Home' This Month 12:10

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On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Theresa Garrihy who is a singer from Ennistymon. Theresa discussed the official launch of her debut album 'Home' which will take place in Russell's Bar in Fiddle and Bowe as part of Russell Festival Weekend on February 25th. She described her passion for music and singing ever since she was young and s…

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Clare FM

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Flynn Hotel Group Voted Best Hotel Group In Ireland 6:38

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On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Allen Flynn who is the Co-owner of the Flynn Hotel Collection which includes The Old Ground Hotel in Ennis. Allen expressed his delight at the accolade and he spoke about what he believed was key to their success and highlighted ways in which the hotel group can improve even further. He discussed the i…

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Clare FM

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Hometree Charity And Singer Susan O'Neill Collaborate For Fundraising Concert 16:06

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On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan took a trip to Hometree which is an environmental and biodiversity charity based in Ennistymon. He met up with Ray O'Foghlu who is the engagement and education officer of Hometree and Susan O'Neill who is a Clare singer and songwriter. Ray spoke about the changes and upgrades in Hometree along with highlighting the …

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Clare FM

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Clare Immigrant Support Centre Calls For Shannon Refugee Facility To Be Adequately Supported 6:51

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The Co-Ordinator for the Clare Immigrant Support Centre insists 'any place' can manage an influx of international protection applicants if it's adequately supported.Orla Ni Eili insists the facility can work if it's catered for properly by the Government.By Clare FM

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West Clare Councillor Says More Uptake Needed On Grants To Refurbish Properties 3:46

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A West Clare Councillor says more advantage needs to be taken of Government grants to refurbish vacant properties and bring them back into use.Kilkee-based Fianna Fail Councillor Cillian Murphy says while the findings don't come as a shock, they show action is needed.By Clare FM

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Clare Manager Brian Lohan After Westmeath NHL Win 1:59

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Clare Manager Brian Lohan After Westmeath NHL WinBy Clare FM

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Clare Manager Colm Collins After Meath NFL Loss 2:11

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Clare Manager Colm Collins After Meath NFL LossBy Clare FM

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Clare Green Senator Says County Ready To 'Lead' On Wind Energy 3:28

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A Clare Government Senator says 'optimism' and 'positivity' is needed as the country continues its switch to more sustainable forms of energy.The State has a target of achieving 50 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2025, meaning an 8 percent jump is required within the next two years.Coal will stop burning in Moneypoint Power Sta…

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Beyond Belief - Sunday 5th February 2023 59:54

34m ago59:54

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Stephen Fletcher presents this Sunday's Beyond Belief.By Clare FM

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Clare FM

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Atlantic Tales - Burren Perfumery - Episode 105 43:17

10m ago43:17

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**Catch-up** - For this week’s episode of Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn visited the Burren Perfumery, a 50-year-old business located in the heart of the Burren making cosmetics and perfumes inspired by the local landscape.By Clare FM

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Brian Lohan And Diarmuid Ryan On 2023 National Hurling League 21:06

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Brian Lohan And Diarmuid Ryan On 2023 National Hurling LeagueBy Clare FM

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Sunday Prayer - Sunday 5th February 2023 15:01

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Stephen Fletcher presents Sunday Prayer for the Third Sunday before Lent 5th February 2023.By Clare FM

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Clare FM

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Clare Gardaí Urge Motorists To Slow Down This Bank Holiday Weekend 2:11

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Clare Gardaí are reminding motorists in the county to slow down this bank holiday weekend. Extra checkpoints will be in operation across the weeeknd, with Gardaí patrolling major and minor roads in both marked and unmarked vehicles. Gardaí will also be conducting breath tests for drugs and alcohol.Clare's Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Tríona B…

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Clare FM Sideline View Friday February 3rd 48:59

7m ago48:59

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Coming up on the show, we will preview Clare's National Hurling league campaign, look ahead to the Banner's second game of the National Football league, and preview a busy weekend of Clare soccer actionWe will also be hearing from the Ennis Hockey Club as part of our Sport in Focus series and there's a special preview with a Clare slant ahead of th…

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Clare Senator Insists 'Appropriate Services' Needed For Further Refugee Arrivals 9:18

35m ago9:18

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A Clare Government Senator insists 'appropriate services' are needed in this county and elsewhere to cater for expected further arrivals of refugees and asylum seekers in the coming months.Mountshannon-based Fianna Fail Senator Timmy Dooley, who was in the war torn country earlier this week, has been telling Clare FM's Josh Prenderville that EU mem…

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Clare FM

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Rates Hike May Take Heat Out Of Housing Market Says Ennis Economist 11:53

38m ago11:53

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An Ennis economist has warned that as long as inflation remains high, interest rates will continue to rise. Assistant Professor of Social Policy at UCD, Micheál Collins expects this will lead to a slowdown in spending, which is what the ECB is trying to engineer, but he says it also might help take the heat out of the housing market.…

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Extra Garda Checkpoints In Clare Over Bank Holiday Weekend 2:11

40m ago2:11

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Clare Gardaí say they'll be out in force on the county's roads this Bank Holiday Weekend.Clare's Crime Prevention Officer, Sergeant Tríona Brooks has been telling Clare FM's Rebecca O'Sullivan that gardaí want the public to enjoy the new bank holiday safely.By Clare FM

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Ryanair Say 'Conditions Right' For Continued Growth At Shannon 10:30

4m ago10:30

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Ryanair say 'conditions are right' for continued growth and further route announcements at Shannon Airport.The airline's Head of Communications, Jade Kirwan, says there's no reason why their growth in Shannon can't continue in the near future.By Clare FM

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Clare Childcare Provider Calls For Clarity Around Regulation 7:17

5m ago7:17

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A Clare childcare provider is calling for more transparency and openness surrounding regulation within the sector.Owner and Manager of Lifford Childcare Centre, Claire Tuohy says it's vital clear guidlines are made available to childminders and creches.By Clare FM

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Ennistymon Based Poet Grace Wells Discusses New Book 6:50

25m ago6:50

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On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Grace Wells who is an Ennistymon resident and is the Author of 'Everyone Has a Different Ennistymon.' Grace discussed the book-length poem which captures the meaning of Ennistymon for her along with describing the past, present and future of the north-west town. She described her motivation to write the…

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Clare FM

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Fundraising Night To Take Place For War Torn Areas Of Ukraine 7:36

25m ago7:36

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On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Nigel Devine and Stephen Flaherty who are helping to organize a fundraising night for the war torn areas of Ukraine in association with the Irish Red Cross. The duo spoke about the fundraiser which will take place at Tracey's West County Hotel at 9pm on Friday February 10th. They discussed the various a…

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Clare FM

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'St Brigid & Other Amazing Irish Women' Available Now In Ennis Bookshop 8:44

26m ago8:44

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On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Lorraine Mullholland who is from Antrim and previously attended Queen's University in Belfast. She is also the woman behind Irish History Bitesize which is a very popular twitter account. Lorraine discussed her debut book which she has just published called 'St Brigid & Other Amazing Irish Women.' She s…

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Clare FM

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Morning Focus Caller Shares Frustration At Anti-Social On-Goings Amongst Teenagers 5:20

27m ago5:20

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On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Morning Focus caller Geraldine who vented her frustration regarding the anti-social behaviour that is ongoing in Ennis caused by young teenagers in particular. She offered up various solutions regarding repercussions for both parents and teenagers in these situations.…

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Clare FM

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Clare Means Business - 3rd February 2023 22:37

31m ago22:37

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On this week's Clare Means Business, Josh hears about how the Inn at Dromoland has officially been certified as a 'Great Place To Work' and their plans for 2023. He also hears details about an Irish Exporters Association seminar coming to Shannon Airport.By Clare FM

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Ennistymon Primary Care Centre 'In Early Planning Stages' 6:29

19m ago6:29

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A new Primary Care Centre for Ennistymon remains in the early planning stages.Addressing questioning from Clare Green Senator Roisin Garvey in the Seanad, Minister of State Hildegarde Naughton says both the Ennis and Ennistymon projects are progressing well.By Clare FM

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Fresh Calls In Clare For Investigation Into Suspended Gardai To 'Move On' 3:54

40m ago3:54

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A Clare Government TD is renewing calls for disciplinary investigations into Gardai suspended from the force to 'move on'.Meelick-based Fianna Fail TD Cathal Crowe is calling on Justice Minister Simon Harris to speak with the Garda Commissioner about the matter.By Clare FM

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Edible Garden Artistry with Potager Gardens + School Gardens that don't Fizzle 1:00:59

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TOMATO-GROWING TIPS AND TECHNIQUES! Grab your spot now at the Feb. 6 LIVE VIRTUAL CAMP. Oklahoma garden designer Linda Vater loves to create elegant edible gardens. Her work is inspired by the tradition of the potager garden. We talk about: Potager gardens Making ornamental and elegant edible gardens Design elements such as enclosure How to design …

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Clare FM

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Pets In Focus with John Garrihy – Dog's With Ear Issues 5:21

6m ago5:21

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On Wednesday’s Morning Focus, Alan was joined by John Garrihy who is from Kilrush and is the owner of the Treaty Veterinary Clinic Branch.On this weeks pets in focus, John provided listeners with key information regarding itchiness in your pets ears and how to deal with this as a dog owner.By Clare FM

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Sixmilebridge Shop Owner Says There's A 'Need' For Energy Supports Beyond February 10:52

10m ago10:52

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A Sixmilebridge shop owner says there's a 'need' for the State's energy supports for businesses to be extended beyond the end of this month.There are concerns that a low uptake of the scheme by businesses here may see the Government review the need to maintain the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme beyond February.329 Clare businesses have av…

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Clare FM

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Clare Cancer Survivor Claims Lack Of Pandemic Care Prevented Cancer Diagnoses 20:40

17m ago20:40

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A Clare cancer survivor claims a lack of access to health facilities and GP care during the pandemic prevented members of the public from receiving a potential cancer diagnosis.According to the Irish Cancer Society, one in ten expected cancers were not diagnosed in 2020, the equivalent of 2,600 people.In its submission to the Oireachtas Health Comm…

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Clare FM

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Taste of the Week – Turkey Kofta 9:44

6m ago9:44

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On Thursday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Canadian Chef and owner of Randaddy’s in Lahinch, Randy Lewis.Randy spoke about his recipe for turkey kofta which is the perfect healthy dish to set you on your way for targeting your goals this year.By Clare FM

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Pregnancy In Focus With Petrina O’Halloran 7:36

7m ago7:36

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On Tuesday’s Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Petrina O’Halloran who is the Founder of Birth and Beyond and also runs Mama’s Boobie Box. Petrina discussed the growing increase of C-section births taking place in Ireland. Petrina also highlighted the importance of having a plan in place before going into labour and expressed the need for more educa…

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Clare FM

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Truly Joyful Ennis Gospel Choir Looking For New Members 10:00

10m ago10:00

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On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Denise Maher and Angela Collins who are members of the Truly Joyful Ennis Gospel Choir. The pair discussed the gospel choir who have now been operating for 16 years and highlighted the activities they carry out visiting parishes across the county and singing at charity events. They urged people to com…

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Clare FM

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Armada Hotel Voted The Best 4-Star Hotel In Ireland 6:06

27m ago6:06

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On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by John Burke who is the Owner of the Armada Hotel, Spanish Point. John discussed his delight at being voted the best 4 star hotel in Ireland at the Virgin Media Business Gold Medal Awards in the Connacht hotel in Galway last Wednesday. He spoke about the competition his hotel were up against across the …

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Clare FM

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Ennis Business Owner Vents Frustration At Anti-Social Behaviour In Ennis 17:54

28m ago17:54

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On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by John O'Connor of Custy's Music Shop on O'Connell Street in Ennis. John discussed his anger and disappointment regarding the ongoing anti-social behaviour taking place in the county town. He highlighted one particular incident that shocked him and left a couple in their 60's uncertain as to whether or …

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Clare FM

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Health Minister Insists There's 'A Lot More Capacity' To Come At UHL 8:07

7m ago8:07

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The Health Minister insists there's 'a lot more capacity' to be delivered at the region's main hospital.Stephen Donnelly was speaking following a Seanad motion calling for further investment in health services in the Midwest region.Stephen Donnelly's been telling the Seanad that workplace practice changes are also required within the Group, but he …

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Clare FM

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Mayor Of Ennis Hopeful 'Big Name' Retailer Will Anchor Proposed Abbey Street Carpark Redevelopment 11:13

13m ago11:13

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The Mayor of Ennis is hopeful that a 'big name' retailer will anchor the proposed Abbey Street Carpark Redevelopment Project.Fianna Fáil Councillor from Ennis, Clare Colleran Molloy, says a popular retailer may put an end to people leaving the county town to shop in either Limerick or Galway.By Clare FM

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Domestic Abuse Survivor Shares Her Horrifying Story And Pleads With Victims To Seek Help 18:14

10h ago18:14

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On Wednesday's Morning Focus Alan was joined on the show by 'Sarah' who shared her lengthy ordeal of spousal abuse that lasted for many years culminating in her being hospitalized. 'Sarah' has experience of needing the refuge and support of Clare Haven. She wanted to tell her story to highlight the great work being done by Clare Haven and to encour…

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Clare FM

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Rosie McMahon Discusses The Ancient Festival Of Imbolc 11:30

13h ago11:30

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On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Rosie McMahon of Shannon Estuary Way Retreat. Rosie spoke about her interest in Celtic festivals and in particular Imbolc which is a pagan holiday that is celebrated on February 1st annually. She described the meaning of Imbolc which is considered as a time of rebirth, hope and healing along with hig…

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Clare FM

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World Wetlands Day Set To Be Celebrated With Two Upcoming Events 6:06

13h ago6:06

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On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Ruairí Ó Conchúir who is the Community Water Officer for Clare, Limerick and Tipperary along with Olive Carey from the Shannon Town Wetlands Project. Ruairí discussed World Wetlands Day which is viewed as an international day to celebrate the importance of wetlands. Olive discussed the wetlands proje…

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Clare FM

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Clare JPC Chair To Contact Justice Minister Over 'Disappointing' Number Of New Local Garda Recruits 3:47

15h ago3:47

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The Chair of Clare's Joint Policing Committee says he'll be contacting the Justice Minister over what he believes is a 'disappointing' number of new recruits here in recent years.New figures show just 51 new Gardai have been attested to Clare since 2015, with just four of the country's 28 divisions having seen lower numbers of starters in the same …

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Adventurer Damian Browne Shares Remarkable Story Of Solo Rowing Feat Across The Atlantic 14:58

15h ago14:58

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On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan was joined by Damian Browne who is a former rugby player and extreme adventurer. Damian discussed the journey he completed last October where he became the first man to ever row from New York to Galway. He described the gruelling and daunting challenge that he faced during his 3,000 nautical mile voyage across the…

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Clare FM

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Clare Farmer Calls For Cut On Excise Duty For Fuel To Be Maintained For 2023 7:03

19h ago7:03

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A Clare farmer is calling for the cut on the excise duty for petrol and diesel to be maintained for the duration of 2023.It comes as Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan has signalled that the cost-of-living measure may be reversed in the coming weeks.Kieran Hogan of O'Sullivan Hansbury Garage in Ennis and Martin McMahon, Clare Chair of the ICMS…

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Clare FM

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Clare Mother And Baby Home Survivor Says Six Month Rule For Redress Is An 'Insult' 18:06

5h ago18:06

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A Clare Mother and Baby Home survivor has described the six-month time limit in the planned redress scheme as 'insulting'.The Mother and Baby Institutions Payment Scheme Bill 2022 is due to be voted upon by the Dáil this evening and stipulates that children born in an institution will only qualify if they spent more than six months there.Adoptee fr…

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Shannon Town To Hold Event To Mark World Wetlands Day 5:05

5h ago5:05

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Shannon Town's to hold an event to mark Word Wetlands Day later this week.The Shannon Wetland Restoration Project is a community initiative undertaken by a number of stakeholders in the area, with the project set to be completed in the next number of years.The group in conjunction with the Local Authority Waters Programme is to host an event tomorr…

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