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Plans Afoot For New Homeless Shelter In Ennis
Plans are afoot for a new homeless shelter in Ennis. Clare County Council has confirmed to Councillor Clare Colleran-Molloy that it has identified a funding source for the former Grey Gables B&B on Station Road to be demolished and converted to an emergency accommodation facility. The property was purchased in 2024 for €650,000 and subject to Government approval, its anticipated construction will commence next year with an estimated build time of 18 months. Founder of the Ennis Mobile Shower for Rough Sleepers Fiona Faulkes has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that it's urgently needed.
Best Of Clare Awards: Local Hero Award 2026
The big day is almost upon us! The Best of Clare Awards 2026 in association with Ei Electronics will take place tomorrow evening (Friday, 15th May) at the Old Ground Hotel. Many of you have cast your vote for your favourite local business, with awards to be handed out for 18 exciting categories on the night. And to kick off the awards day Alan Morrissey was joined by one of the co-winners of this year’s Local Hero award, Ruth Flanagan.Image © Clare FM
Future of Work - Joe Garrihy - Episode 10
On this week's episode of The Future of Work, Pat Flynn chats with Joe Garrihy, chair of Lisdoonvarna Fáilte based in North Clare.This feature, 'The Future of Work' is funded by the News Reporting Scheme.
The Reincarnation of Cornelius Agrippa - 16th of May Glór, Ennis
A powerful and thought-provoking new theatre production comes to Glór Ennis this Friday with The Reincarnation of Cornelius Agrippa. Written and performed by Martin Sullivan, the play is based on the extraordinary true story of Cornelius Agrippa, a 16th-century scholar who famously defended a woman accused of witchcraft before the Inquisition — the only recorded case of its kind. Now touring Ireland since late 2024, the production blends history and modern storytelling as Agrippa returns 500 years later to confront justice, power and persecution once again. Martin Sullivan joined Alan Morrissey to tell us more.Image © Clare Fm
Hometree’s Changing Landscapes Conference 2026
We’re going to discuss the big questions around nature restoration in Ireland — who has the power to make change happen, what’s slowing progress down, and whether Ireland is moving fast enough to meet its environmental obligations. The conversation comes ahead of the Changing Landscapes Conference taking place at the Falls Hotel in Ennistymon, organised by Hometree. The event will bring together Government representatives, landowners, investors, NGOs and community leaders to examine how Ireland can deliver restoration at the scale now required under the EU Nature Restoration Regulation. Alan Morrissey was joined by Ray Ó Foghlú, Engagement and Education Officer with Hometree, and Christopher O'Sullivan, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.Image © Hometree
Liscannor Families Story Featured At Organ Donor Awareness Week Launch
Organ Donor Awareness Week 2026 runs from May 16th to 23rd, encouraging people across Ireland to have one of the most important conversations they may ever have — and that is to share their wishes about organ donation with their families. Organised by the Irish Kidney Association in collaboration with Organ Donation Transplant Ireland, the campaign highlights the life-saving impact of organ donation, with more than 650 people currently waiting for a transplant in Ireland. This year’s national launch features a very personal and powerful contribution from Liscannor woman Stella McDonagh, who will speak about her family’s experience of dialysis and the importance of making your wishes known. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by the National Advocacy Manager of the Irish Kidney Association Colin White. Image © Kidney Association Ireland
“Supper And Song” - Christ Church Spanish Point Fundraiser With Luka Bloom
A very special evening of music, heritage and community spirit is taking place in Spanish Point this Sunday with the sold-out Supper and Song Fundraiser in aid of Christ Church, Spanish Point. The event will see guests enjoy a meal at the Armada Hotel before an intimate performance from acclaimed Irish singer-songwriter Luka Bloom inside the historic church, described as a “Gothic Mediterranean jewel” dating back to 1827. The fundraiser is also part of a wider effort to preserve and reopen historic Church of Ireland spaces across Clare, including projects at St. Columba’s Church and Kilfenora Cathedral, with hopes of creating more opportunities for concerts, culture and community events in the future. Alan Morrissey spoke with one of the organisers, Linda Hebenstreit. Image © Linda Hebenstreit
International Stars and World-Class Classical Musicians Come to Killaloe Music Festival
Some of the world’s finest musicians and performers will descend on Killaloe and Ballina this June Bank Holiday weekend for the 2026 Killaloe Music Festival. The festival programme features an extraordinary mix of classical music, folk traditions, spoken word and immersive performances, with internationally acclaimed artists including Rhiannon Giddens, Denise Chaila and Sibéal Ní Chasaide performing in intimate venues across the twin towns. From candlelit concerts in St Flannan’s Cathedral to family-friendly musical adventures and free community events, the festival continues to build a reputation as one of Ireland’s most distinctive cultural experiences. To tell us more, Boris Hunka, the festival manager joined Alan Morrissey on Morning Focus. Image © SCS Killaloe Music Festival
Bríd Gilligan To Represent Clare At Blue Jean Country Queen Festival
Clare will be well represented at this year’s Blue Jean Country Queen Festival as Sixmilebridge Kilmurry member Bríd Gilligan heads to Athboy for a bank holiday weekend packed with music, interviews, dancing, fancy dress, and plenty of craic. Organised by Macra na Feirme and the community of Athboy, the festival brings together contestants from across Ireland, Northern Ireland and France, all competing for the Blue Jean Country Queen title. Bríd joined Alan Morrissey in studio to chat about representing Clare, preparing for the big weekend, and what promises to be a memorable experience. Image © Clare FM
Ennis Residents Call For Action Amid Speeding In Residential Areas
Councillors have made calls for urgent enhancements to road infrastructure and facilities serving the North side of Ennis due to serious safety and welfare concerns. Residents of the Lee's Road Housing Estate have called for road widening to be conducted outside the entrance to their residential area due to a large volume of motorists reportedly using the L4182 as a rat run to get to and from John O'Sullivan Park. Additionally calls have been made for toilet facilities to be installed near Drumcliffe Cemetery to help mourners when visiting their loved ones. Clare FM's Daragh Dolan spoke to Cllr Antoinette Baker Bashua and Cllr Tommy Guilfoyle at this week's meeting of Ennis Municipal District. Image © Speed Limit Sign Over Blue Sky by claudiodivizia via Canva