Best Walkable Podcasts (2025)

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Walkability Study Of Ennis To Inform Pedestrianisation Plans 5:45

8h ago5:45

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It's believed accessibility needs to be considered before any decision is made on the long-term pedestrianisation of Ennis's main thoroughfare.A Walkability Study of Ennis is to be led by Clare County Council's Age Friendly Programme Manager in conjunction with Ennis Municipal District and the Clare Older People's Council.The last such study was co…

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Confessions of a Walking Dad - Why Walkable Cities Are the Key to Urban Happiness 26:05

4d ago26:05

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Picture this: You're stuck behind a Karen in an SUV honking at a crosswalk because people are actually walking across the street. Meanwhile, the solution to our city nightmares isn't flying cars or hyperloops—it's something so ridiculously simple we've convinced ourselves it's impossible. In this episode, I confess my double life as "The Walking Da…

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Sunday Prayer -Sunday 22nd June 2025 14:53

3h ago14:53

14:53

Fr Gerry Kenny leads our Sunday Prayer for Sunday 22nd June 2025By Clare FM

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Beyond Belief - Sunday 22nd June 2025 54:37

3h ago54:37

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Stephen Fletcher presents Beyond Belief for Sunday 22nd June 2025.He has an interview with Revd Michael Mulqueen who was recentlt ordained Deacon in St Brendan's Cathedral in Clonfert. He and Fr Gerry Kenny also enjoy a coffee and catchup and reflect on the music of Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys.By Clare FM

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Atlantic Tales - Clare Youth Service - Episode 212 49:33

1h ago49:33

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On this week's Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn visits Clare Youth Service to hear about the invaluable work they’ve been doing for the young people of the county for over five decades.Under the stewardship of the late Fr Seán Sexton, thousands of volunteers and youth work staff learnt their craft which is now embedded in communities across Clare.…

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Clare FM Sideline View Friday June 20th 51:26

1d ago51:26

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Coming up on the show, we look ahead to this weekends WillWeGo.com Clare Cup semi finals We preview a massive weekend for Clare camogie, look ahead to the AGM of the Clare Soccer League, hear from the Clare ladies footballers as they gather pace for an All Ireland intermediate quarter final, Clare push back on plans to reintroduce seeding to the Mu…

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#51 - Aaron Lubeck 1:05:52

1d ago1:05:52

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Aaron Lubeck is a designer, builder, and urbanist who’s spent over two decades shaping sustainable, walkable, and affordable communities, with a deep-rooted passion for the US South. He’s the founder of Southern Urbanism, a platform dedicated to reimagining city-building below the Mason-Dixon line, and the voice behind onHousing, a podcast and Subs…

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Moneypoint At The Coalface Of Renewable Energy Transition 2:41

1d ago2:41

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The management of Moneypoint Power Station says it’s the end of an era and the beginning of a new one as it celebrates a significant milestone.Today marks the end of 40 years of coal-burning at the West Clare facility as it gears up to become one of the country’s largest renewable energy hubs.By Clare FM

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Ar An Lá Seo - 20-06-2025 1:56

1d ago1:56

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 20ú lá de mí an Mheithimh, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1970 d'éalaigh garda nuair a phléasc buama foirgneamh. Tháinig an buama ó charr a raibh ag dul róthapa.I 1980 bhí boilsciú ann de 20.2% agus bhí fadhbanna ann d'fhostóirí agus ceardchumann éagsúla a bhí ag fáil réidh do thuiscint nua náisiún…

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AirBnB Host Believes New Rules Will Have Detrimental Effect On Clare Tourism 5:10

1d ago5:10

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It's claimed new short term letting rules coming into effect from today will have a detrimental impact on Clare's tourism. Following the Government's move to designate the full country a rent pressure zone, short term lets will now be required to apply for special planning permission to continue to operate as normal.It will leave thousands of Airbn…

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Weekend Sport Preview – June 20th 7:16

1d ago7:16

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To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Monday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Sports Analyst Derrick Lynch.Games Previewed:WillWeGo.com Clare Cup Semi-Finals: Inagh-Kilnamona v Crusheen (Friday, Gaelic Park, Ruan, 7pm).Clonlara v Sixmilebridge (Sunday, Newmarket on Fergus, 1:30pm). All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship Group…

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Ours To Protect - Blue Flag Beaches - 200625 15:04

1d ago15:04

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Welcome to another episode of Ours To Protect on Clare FM.Today we’re going to talk about the importance of maintaining good water quality at our beaches and seaside areas.First, let’s hear from some pupils at CBS Primary School in Ennis and then to answer their questions, Karen Foley, Environmental Awareness Officer with Clare County Council.…

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Village Tour: Season 2, Episode 25: Doonaha 38:38

1d ago38:38

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It is time for the twenty-fifth 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…

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Spancilhill Fair 2025 9:08

1d ago9:08

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The Spancilhill Fair is looming large on the horizon! The famous, annual horse fair - Ireland’s oldest fair – has being going for over 400 years. This year’s Spancilhill Fair will take place on Monday (23rd June). To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey spoke with Michael O' Connor, PRO for the Spancilhill Fair Committee, and former chairperson and…

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Feasibility Study For An Irish Language Cultural Centre In Ennis 13:03

1d ago13:03

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Bord Stiúrtha An Clár as Gaeilge is inviting suitable consultants to put together a Feasibility Study for an Irish Language Cultural Centre in Ennis. Establishing an Irish Cultural Centre in the town or providing Irish spaces is one of the main themes that emerged in the Ennis Town Language Plan. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dónal…

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Housing Protest Set To Take Place This Weekend Amid Rapidly Escalating Housing Crisis 12:17

1d ago12:17

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An all-island housing demonstration will take place in Dublin this weekend. The protest, organised by CATU - Community Action Tenants Union – is in response to the “rapidly escalating housing crisis in both the Republic and the North of Ireland”. It is scheduled for Dublin City Centre on Saturday, the 5th of July. For more on this Alan Morrissey wa…

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40% Of Clare Farms Non-Compliant With Good Agricultural Practice Regulations In Last Year 6:36

1d ago6:36

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40% of tested Clare farms were non-compliant with Good Agricultural Practice regulations in the last year. 112 such inspections aimed at protecting water bodies have taken place in this county in the past twelve months, with 37 resulting in a minor non-compliance and 7 resulting in a significant breach. According to the EPA, the main issues identif…

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"Kind Catherine Tobin Left Lasting Impression On Everyone" 4:59

1d ago4:59

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Tributes are being paid to a stalwart of Clare camogie who was said to have left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Catherine Tobin from Ennis who dedicated years to coaching teams at the Banner Camogie Club and Clare Camogie passed away peacefully this week at Milford Hospice. She also spent 20 years as a Special Needs Assistant at St. Jose…

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Crusheen And Inagh/Kilnamona Face Off In First Of WillWeGo.Come Clare Cup Semi Finals This Evening 5:00

1d ago5:00

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Crusheen face off against Inagh/Kilnamona in the first of this year's WillWeGo.Com Clare Cup semi finals this evening.The sides do battle in Ruan after the fixture was rescheduled from Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg earlier this week, with the game getting underway at 7pm.Both sides come into the last four tie in a rich vein of form, finishing in the …

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Clare Camogie PRO Says Banner Won't Shy Away From Stern Cork Test 8:51

1d ago8:51

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Clare Camogie's PRO says the sternest test of their season awaits Clare when they face Cork in the All Ireland Senior Camogie Championship this weekend. Clare face the All Ireland champions in their Group 1 Round 4 tie in SuperValu Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday afternoon.John Carmody's side come into the game second in the group, knowing they contro…

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Fake Friends - Irish Artist Of The Week 6:17

1d ago6:17

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Rising Irish indie/rock band Fake Friends are set to drop their electrifying new single, 'Give it Up.' Known for their raw energy and unforgettable hooks, Fake Friends once again deliver a track that is sure to captivate fans and newcomers alike.'Give it Up' marks a bold new chapter for the band, blending powerful vocals, gritty guitar riffs, and a…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 19-06-2025 1:36

2d ago1:36

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 19ú lá de mí an Mheithimh, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1965 fuair Cairdinéal Conway fáiltiú iontach nuair a chuaigh sé chuig Maigh Nuad.I 1981 cheap daoine nach mbeadh Fianna Fáil in oifig a thuilleadh ag deireadh an mhí.I 1981 rinne Comhairle Contae an Chláir cinneadh chun fáil réidh le cuid de…

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Clare Women In Business - Niamh Harney - Episode 9 15:27

2d ago15:27

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On this week's Clare Women in Business, Pat Flynn chats with Niamh Harney, a certified Equine Specialist who has worked with horses for over 35 years as a riding instructor and horse trainer.She is also founder of Equine Centred Services.By Clare FM

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Annual Static Charity Cycle In Aid Of Samaritans 4:57

2d ago4:57

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The Square in Ennis is the venue for the latest static charity cycle in aid of the Samaritans.The annual cycle will take place this Friday, the 20th of June from 9am-6pm.For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Peadar White, Organiser of the Static Cycle and Pat White, Director of Clare Samaritans.…

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Garda Staff Associations Believe Government's Target For Garda Numbers Increase Cannot Be Met 8:46

2d ago8:46

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Garda NumbersTwo Garda staff associations, representing the bulk of members, do not believe that Government targets to increase the Garda strength to 15,000 in five years can be met.The Garda Representative Association (GRA) and the Association of Garda Sergeants and Inspectors (AGSI) also said the morale crisis among members stems from a belief th…

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Taste of The Week: Buttermilk Pancakes 9:36

2d ago9:36

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On Thursday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Danny Lynch, chef at Le Chéile, Barefield.This week, Danny shared a delicious recipe for Pancakes!By Clare FM

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Questions Arise Surrounding Clare Hotels Amid State’s Citywest Acquisition 8:28

2d ago8:28

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The Cabinet has signed off on plans to buy Dublin's Citywest Hotel and campus for 148 million euro.The State has been leasing the site since 2020, and it's been used to accommodate international protection applicants and those fleeing the war in Ukraine since 2022.The site has the capacity to accommodate up to 2,300 people, and is currently used fo…

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Tommy Tiernan Live At The Marquee 17:51

2d ago17:51

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On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Comedian, Tommy Tiernan.The hugely popular Irish comedian is bringing his new stand-up show “tommedian” to the Marquee in Cork.His show on Saturday, the 5th of July is sold out, but an extra date on Friday, the 4th of July has been added.PHOTO CREDIT: TommyTiernan.ie…

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Dr. Patricia Tice: Why Social Interaction Should Influence City Planning 1:04:03

3d ago1:04:03

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Dr. Patricia Tice has been an transportation engineer, planner, researcher and self-proclaimed geek for nearly 30 years. She spent the first decade of her career doing hundreds of traffic impact studies. In 2011, she started her own consulting firm and, a few years later, completed a PhD in transportation engineering. In this episode of The Bottom-…

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Clare Poetry Collective: Bilingual June Event At Glór 8:28

2d ago8:28

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Clare Poetry Collective is holding its bilingual poetry event this coming weekend.The foyer at Glór is the venue for Saturday afternoon’s gathering (21st June, from 12:30pm).Music will be provided by Cairo Rocha from Phoenix and Wolfe.For more on this Alan Morrissey was joined by Poets Éire Ní Fhaolain and Amanda Shannon.…

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Ageing Well Slot - Revenue On Main Tax Credits & Reliefs Available 8:56

2d ago8:56

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It’s time for another edition of one of our newer slots on Morning Focus: Ageing Well.Ageing Well, as the name implies, is aimed at older members of the community in Clare.This month, Aisling Ní Mhaoileoin, Revenue’s National PAYE Manager, joined Alan Morrissey to discuss main tax credits and reliefs available to older people and their carers, incl…

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Clarecastle Regatta 2025 7:24

2d ago7:24

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The much-anticipated Clarecastle Regatta is set to return on Sunday, the 22nd of June, promising a spectacular day of family entertainment down at the quay from 1:30pm until evening.This year's regatta offers something for everyone, with continuous music throughout the day, vintage car display, market stalls, curragh race, boat rides, hanging tough…

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The Bluett Collection Of Irish Actors At The National Library Of Ireland 9:53

2d ago9:53

9:53

On Thursday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined in-studio by Liam Bluett.Liam was previously on Morning Focus to talk about his extremely impressive collection of autographed photos of Irish actors which he amassed over many decades.At the time, Liam had donated over 560 signed photos of Irish actors to the National Library in Dublin.Liam sp…

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Ennis Local Transport Plan Proposal Sees Mill Road Transformed Into One Way Street 17:09

2d ago17:09

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New one way streets, tiered parking prices, park and stride hubs and pedestrian priority could all be trialed in the coming years to reduce traffic congestion in Ennis.Over 200 submissions have now been made to Clare County Council on the Draft Ennis Transport Plan, which will aim to guide investment in infrastructure and optimise the economic, soc…

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State Housing Body To Examine Potential For Modular Wastewater Treatment Plants In Clare 7:37

2d ago7:37

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The state body responsible for accelerating housing supply says it'll consider modular wastewater infrastructure plants as a means of expediting construction in Clare. Bodyke Fine Gael TD Joe Cooney has proposed wastewater treatment plants to be constructed off-site and assembled on-site as an interim solution to delays in unsewered settlements. It…

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Clare MEP Calls For Suspension Of Trade Between EU And Israel 1:08

2d ago1:08

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A Clare-based MEP is calling for an end to trade between the European Union and Israel amid what he refers to as a genocide being "fuelled" by Germany in Gaza. Independent Member of the European Parliament Michael McNamara is seeking the immediate suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. Under the agreement which was put in place in 2000,…

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Clonlara Out To Avenge 2024 Championship QF Defeat In Clare Cup Semi Final 4:10

3d ago4:10

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Clonlara will be hoping to exact a degree of revenge for their 2024 championship quarter final defeat to Sixmilebridge this weekend.The sides face off in the semi of the WillWeGo.com Clare Cup on Sunday afternoon in Newmarket on Fergus.When they last met in the latter stages of last years championship, The Bridge ran out three point winners en rout…

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Ar An Lá Seo - 18-06-2025 1:53

3d ago1:53

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Fáilte ar ais chuig eagrán nua de Ar An Lá Seo ar an 18ú lá de mí an Mheithimh, liomsa Lauren Ní Loingsigh.I 1976 tháinig an aire airgeadas Richie Ryan amach go mbeadh reachtaíocht nua ag teacht amach chun srian a chur ar na mbainc chun an pá ar ardú.I 1993 bhí fearg ar na hoibrithe Aer Lingus agus bhí siad ag iarradh cruinniú a bheith acu leis an …

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Clare Govt TD Would Welcome More Aircraft Inspections At Shannon 3:22

3d ago3:22

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A Clare Government TD says he's fully in favour of more robust aircraft inspections at Shannon Airport to ensure Ireland is not breaching its neutrality. It comes as the Social Democrats have written to the EU's fraud watchdog 'OLAF' calling for it to investigate if the state is facilitating Israel's war in Gaza, by failing to inspect "high risk" f…

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Clare People React To Latest Lotto Multimillion Euro Win 2:51

3d ago2:51

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Speculation is mounting as to the identity of the country's newest multimillionaire. The 250 million euro pot is the largest amount of money ever won here. The National Lottery has confirmed the ticket was bought in a shop and not online. It says the lucky winner will be in shock, but is asking them to get in touch as soon as possible. These people…

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What Should You Do If You've Won The Lotto? 5:23

3d ago5:23

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A Clare financial advisor says the winner should take measured decisions, assemble a team of experts and tell no-one. Tommy Corbett of Carey Corbett Financial Solutions has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons that given the nature of Irish communities, it'll be "very difficult" for the successful ticket-holder to keep it quiet for long.…

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Opening Of Miltown Malbay NS’s Astro Turf Facility And Sensory Garden 8:01

3d ago8:01

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On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Joe O'Reilly, Principal of St. Joseph’s NS, Miltown Malbay.A big day lies ahead for St. Joseph’s National School.They will be opening their new astro turf facility and sensory garden.By Clare FM

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Biodiversity Week At Shannon Town Community Wetlands And Launch Of New Volume "The Other Clare" 16:51

3d ago16:51

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The team of volunteers at Shannon Town Community Wetlands held a number of on-site events recently, to celebrate Biodiversity Week 2025. Meanwhile, Shannon Archaeological & Historical Society successfully launched the latest volume of their journal The Other Clare. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Micheál Mac Gearailt, of Shannon Arch…

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Over 1,600 Premises Near Labasheeda Set To Benefit From NBI High-Speed Fibre Broadband 11:52

3d ago11:52

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Just over 1,600 Clare homes, businesses and farms near Labasheeda will be able to connect to fibre broadband on National Broadband Ireland’s (NBI) network by early autumn. These homes, farms, and businesses are among 32,000 premises across Ireland that have been brought forward from 2026 to 2025 in National Broadband Ireland’s delivery schedule. Fo…

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Tuamgraney Beekeeper Claims Cork City Marathon Victory 14:24

3d ago14:24

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A beekeeper from Tuamgraney outpaced nearly 3,500 competitors to become the first athlete from Clare to claim victory in the Cork City Marathon recently. Chris Jeuken, running for Derg AC, a club based on the Clare-Tipperary border delivered an outstanding performance, completing the challenging 26.2-mile course in 2 hours, 18 minutes, and 56 secon…

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Spreag: Celebrating Community Climate Action With Anja Murray And Brendan Dunford 8:43

3d ago8:43

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Last April, Alan Morrissey chatted with Aoife Hammond from Common Knowledge about Spreag, their new series of community gatherings celebrating the brilliant climate action already happening across County Clare. The first Spreag took place in early May. The second installment of the four-part series will be held at Common Knowledge in Kilfenora on T…

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SVP Minimum Essential Standard Of Living Report 15:25

3d ago15:25

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St. Vincent de Paul says the cost of essential items has increased by nearly 20 per cent in the last five years. The charity's latest Minimum Essential Standard of Living report has found the price of items like food, clothing and shelter rose by 1 point 8 per cent since 2024 alone. The cost of meeting the needs of a primary school age child is 98 …

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Council To Complete Water Quality Inspections On 139 Clare Farms This Year 3:28

4d ago3:28

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More than half of water bodies inspected in Clare last year were found to have water quality not of a good standard. Clare County Council is on track to complete 139 farm inspections this year, near areas the Environmental Protection Agency has deemed to be at risk of water quality deterioration. According to the EPA, 52 water bodies in this county…

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Hermitage Residents Demand Better Roads And Footpaths 3:29

4d ago3:29

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Residents of one of Ennis's oldest housing estates says they won't put up with substandard roads and footpaths. Fianna Fáil Councillor Antoinette Baker-Bashua, who lives in Hermitage, is calling for a review of surfaces in the area where she says there are concerns around "exposed concrete, uneven surfaces and trip hazards along footpaths". Surface…

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