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To discuss the latest in the entertainment world, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Colum McGrath, on Tuesday’s Morning Focus. This week, Colum discussed Bruce Springsteen in Ireland and the Electric Picnic lineup.

It’s the time of year when fishers begin to come out in force for fishing season. To find out more about river fishing as well as to give us advice and tips on fishing in general,Alan Morrissey was joined by Christopher O’Meara, Secretary of the Killaloe/Ballina District Anglers.

There are calls for the enabling works to begin on reopening Ennis' A&E following the harrowing findings into the death of a Shannon Teenager at University Hospital Limerick. 16-year-old Aoife Johnston passed away from bacterial meningitis on December 19th 2022 after waiting twelve hours on chairs to see a doctor in the ED, despite presenting with an urgent GP referral letter querying sepsis. The consultant on call for that weekend, Dr.Jim Gray told her inquest that an additional 300 beds would be required to meet patient demand in the hospital, on top of the 144 new beds to come on stream by 2027. Kilkee based Friends of Ennis Hospital Spokesperson Deirdre Culligan fears without urgent action there will be more tragedies at UHL.

Urgent clarity is being sought on community healthcare beds due to come on stream in Clare. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly announced earlier this month that up to 25 step-down beds would be installed in Clare between July and September of this year. At the time, he Department of Health gave Cahercalla Community Hospital as the location of the beds but it's since emerged that they remain out for tender, meaning no facility has been confirmed as of yet. Scariff Independent TD and European election candidate for Ireland South, Michael McNamara is disappointed by the Government's lack of clear communication and the matter and believes people deserve to know about the plans in more detail.

Over €1.1m in funding has been allocated for four Clare regeneration projects in rural towns and villages. Ennistymon is the biggest beneficiary, receiving €495,000 for the creation of an inclusive and vibrant public square. Killaloe has been awarded €225,000 for a new public green space, while Querrin and Labasheeda will receive over €221,000 and €193,000 respectively to restore historic buildings for community use. Ennistymon Fine Gael Senator Martin Conway is hopeful boots will be on the ground soon to bring the projects to fruition.

There are calls to temporarily waive local property tax in West Clare in order to increase housing development. It comes amid renewed concern for the region following a directive issued by Minister for Planning, Kieran O'Donnell that prohibited the development of one-off homes on the N67 and N68. The Kilrush Electoral Area currently has the lowest level of home ownership through mortgages and loans in the county at a rate of just 23%. Lissycasey based Fianna Fáil local election candidate, Alan Troy believes a lack of basic amenities and services are leaving young people disillusioned about their future.

It's claimed there are strong indications that both multi-national and indigenous companies in Clare are on track to expand. It comes as new figures show over 11,000 jobs in this county are now supported by either the IDA or Enterprise Ireland. According to the Department of Trade, Enterprise and Employment, there are now 159 companies operating in the MidWest Region that are clients of the Industrial Development Agency. 70 of these are in Clare and currently employ over 6,000 people, with the majority of these multi-national companies based in Shannon. It marks a 20% increase in jobs created by the inward investment agency here in the past five years. The CEO of Shannon Chamber believes although there are challeneges such as accommodation, companies are attracted to the regions ecosystem of third level institutions, Shannon Airport and motorway infrastructure. Helen Downes says there are strong indicators that companies already here are keen to expand operations and increase employee headcount. Enterp

A pilot scheme trialing new illegal dumping surveillance measures is being proposed for the Clarecastle area. It follows complaints of repeated environmental crime at a prominent historical and recreational site on the outskirts of the Clare village. Visitors to the Clareabbey Greenway last week were greeted by the sight of large refuse sacks, clothing, bed linen and loose rubbish discarded near the entrance to the thoroughfare. It's not the first time this has been observed in the area, with over 100 complaints related to illegal dumping having been made about Clareabbey in the last 15 years. Last week's scenes have prompted local representatives and activists to call for urgent action such as the implementation of surveillance measures. The use of CCTV and drones has been enabled in recent months, as Minister of State Ossian Smyth has signed off on regulations empowering local authorities to take such steps in sights blighted by litter. Clarecastle Fianna Fáil Councillor Tom O'Callaghan believes that

It's claimed new avenues are urgently needed to help Clare households attempting to exit homelessness. It comes as the latest monthly figures from the Department of Housing show 80 adults were living homeless in March. According to MidWest Simon, there has been a particular surge in presentations from single adults. Regional Accommodation Manager Jonathan Shinnors says there is a severe shortage of one-bed and two-bedroom units for people hoping to leave emergency accommodation.

"From Ennis to Nashville," is a tribute radio documentary to Maura O'Connell, that broadcast on Clare FM on Monday, April 29th 2024. In this documentary you will hear from Maura, her friends, family, and music colleagues. "From Ennis to Nashville" is produced by Clare FM's Programme Director, Padraic Flaherty. Email: pf@clare.fm

Munster SHC: Clare 3-26 Cork 3-24. Commentary from Syl O'Connor & Tommy Guilfoyle

On Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrisssey was joined by Tom Stewart from Keane’s Garden Centre in Kilcolgan. This week, in this part 2 discussion, Tom gave listeners all the tips and tricks for planting flowers in hanging baskets. If you have a question for Tom, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or Whatsapp to 086 1800 964.

On Monday’s Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke to Avril Collentine of Cahir & Co. Solicitors, Ennis in our weekly legal slot. This week, Avril provided advice on considerations for trading up or downsizing your home.

Scariff Library Gallery is the venue for “Dust”, a new exhibition from the artist Aishling Martin. This free exhibition is open and will run until the 17th of May. To find out more about the exhibition Alan Morrissey was joined by Aishling on Monday's Morning Focus. Picture (c) clarecoco.ie

Marty Morrissey is taking his Marty Party show to a fabulous hotel on the Costa Del Sol for a week of great fun, entertainment and plenty of laughs. Marty will be joined by a host of stars for lots of laughs and fun in the sun. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Marty to discuss the Marty Party on Monday's Morning Focus.

There are calls for multi-national companies coming to Clare to be required to contribute towards housing stock for new employees. It comes as new figures show there has been a 20% increase in jobs created by IDA client companies here in the last five years. The Industrial Development Agency now supports approximately 70 companies in this county, which employ almost 6,000 people. Meelick Fianna Fáil Deputy Cathal Crowe believes introducing a mandatory housing directive would be hugely beneficial for both employees and employers.

Brian Lohan After Win Over Cork In Munster SHC

Beyond Belief is presented by Fr Brendan Quinlivan and Includes an interview with Fr. Pere Basile, a contemplative French Benedictine; A report on the release of previously unpublished photos of St. Padre Pio by the Vatican and a reflection for the 5th Sunday of Easter by Sr. Ann Crowley.

On this week's episode of Atlantic Tales, Pat Flynn chats with the co-founders of Savage Cabbage, a fermented food business based in East Clare and established during the Covid pandemic.

There are calls for Ennis 2040 projects to be spread elsewhere in the county to ensure balanced regional growth in Clare. Under the strategy, the county town is forecast to benefit from four strategic infrastructure developments in a €45m investment. It's estimated the office and retail units planned for Abbey Street and Harvey's Quay along with housing at Francis Street and the Post Office Field boardwalk will create 200 new jobs and boost weekly town footfall by 20,000. Quilty Independent local election candidate Joseph Woulfe believes the retail developments should be relocated due to strong opposition in Ennis.