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Tractor Run In Aid Of East Clare Hospital Deferred Due To Fuel Protests
This weekend's Killanena Tractor Run has been deferred due to the ongoing fuel crisis.The popular event had been due to take place this Sunday, but will now take place at a later date as the county's fuel reserves have been significantly impacted.This year's renewal will be the 10th running with all proceeds to be donated to the day care centre in Raheen Community Hospital in Tuamgraney.Raheen Hospital Support Group Chair and Maghera Fianna Fáil Councillor, Pat Hayes, says the goodwill is present in the community to refix the event 'when things return to normality'.
Ennis Businesses Reportedly Seeing Loss Of Earnings Due To Fuel Protests
Ennis businesses are reportedly suffering a loss of earnings due to fuel protests.Ennis Chamber is urging protestors and Government representatives to have "constructive dialogue", claiming the disruption is causing "widespread damage" to the local economy.Retail Excellence Ireland meanwhile says trade has fallen by up to 50% in some areas as a direct result of fuel blockades.Ennis Chamber CEO Margaret O'Brien says consumers are staying out of the county town due to concerns around congestion and fuel scarcity.
Clare FM Sideline View Friday April 10th
Coming up on the show we will be looking ahead to Clare's National Camogie League Division 1B showdown with Dublin at UPMC Nowlan Park on Sunday afternoonWe will reflect on Clare's National Hurling League final win over Dublin in the company of Tommy Guilfoyle with the countdown to championship now standing at just nine sleeps!Alan Troy will be along with Greyhound Focus and we have the latest part of the More Than A Club series with a focus on Bodyke
Kaylene Chute - Irish Artist Of The Week
Irish country-pop artist Kaylene released her debut EP Bittersweet on February 27, marking theculmination of a project over years in the making.Originally from Kerry, Ireland and now based in the UAE, Kaylene has spent the past two and ahalf years balancing a full-time teaching career with an intensive live performance schedule,often gigging multiple nights a week while independently funding and developing her music.Created in collaboration with Toronto-based producer Roy Hamilton III, Bittersweet was writtenand shaped over the course of more than a year.The five-track EP explores themes of growth, identity, love, and emotional transition. True to itstitle, Bittersweet captures the tension between holding on and letting go, blending reflectivelyricism with melodic country-pop production. What began as a collection of individual songsgradually revealed itself as a cohesive snapshot of a defining chapter in Kaylene’s life.“This project has been something I’ve dreamed of since I was twelve,” Kaylene says. “It’ssurreal knowing that something that took over a year to create will be experienced by listenersin fifteen minutes. I’m incredibly proud of what we built.”Entirely self-funded and independently released, Bittersweet represents both artistic growth andpersonal resilience. Having steadily built a loyal following through consistent live performancesand grassroots support from her hometown, Listowel, Kaylene continues to expand heraudience internationally. With Bittersweet, she steps confidently into a new era; one defined by independence, emotional honesty, and a clear creative identity.
Sports Preview - 10th Of April
On Friday's edition of Morning Focus with Alan Morrissey, Clare FM's Derrick Lynch was back for our regular sports slot to look ahead to a busy weekend of sporting action.Games Previewed:Camogie Leagues Division 1B Final: Clare v Dublin (Sunday, UPMC Nowlan Park, 12.15pm) Derrick also gave his reaction to Wednesday night’s Munster Under 20 Hurling Championship game between Clare Vs Limerick in Sixmilebridge and to last night’s Munster Under 20 Football Championship game between Clare Vs Cork in Quilty.
Mortal Talk: Creative Workshops About Life, Death & Being Remembered
On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined on the show by Gill Moses of Mortal Talk to discuss upcoming creative workshops which explore life, death, and how we’d like to be remembered. Beginning Sunday, April 19th, these sessions create a supportive space to reflect, express what matters most, and engage in meaningful conversations through writing, celebration, and thoughtful planning.
Planning Permission Upheld For Shannon Estuary LNG Terminal
A major development for energy infrastructure in the Mid-West has taken a significant step forward, with the High Court upholding planning permission for a key element of the proposed Shannon LNG Terminal in Ballylongford, Co. Kerry. The decision brings renewed focus on energy security, jobs, and the future of the Shannon Estuary. Alan Morrissey spoke about this earlier with the Chair of the Shannon Estuary Economic Taskforce, Barry O’Sullivan on Friday's Morning Focus.Photo (c) Visit Clare
Adoption Of AI Likely To See Irish Job Losses
A study from the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) has found that artificial intelligence (AI) adoption among Irish firms is likely to lead to job losses, concentrated among highly educated workers. According to the research, around 7% of current jobs could be displaced in the short-to-medium term. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined on Friday's Morning Focus by Pat Clarke Browne, Tech Expert, Munster Business which is based in Shannon.Photo (c) GNEPPHOTO via Canva
Ambulance Delays As Result Of Fuel Protests Could Be Fatal Says Clare Family Carer
On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke with Alexandra, a family carer based in Clare, who shared a deeply personal perspective on the ongoing fuel protests. She described the fear and uncertainty she faces when it comes to accessing emergency medical care for her daughter, particularly if road blockages were to delay an ambulance. While acknowledging people’s right to protest, Alexandra raised serious concerns about the potential risks to vulnerable individuals and called for more targeted, responsible forms of demonstration. Alan began by asking her to outline her situation and why this issue is so critical for her and her family.Photo (c) Stephen Barnes Getty Images Pro via Canva
Young Person From Kildysart Selected As Local Champion By The National Youth Council Of Ireland
Leon Andreucetti from Kildysart has been chosen for the National Youth Council of Ireland’s 2026 Local Champions programme. The initiative empowers young people aged 18–25 to advocate for youth work, share their experiences, and represent the voices of young people in their communities. Leon joined Alan Morrissey in-studio on Friday's Morning Focus.