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On this evening's show; we preview Clare's Munster senior hurling championship opener against Waterford, look ahead to this weeks local soccer action and we have the latest episode of More Than A Club

Megan Burke is a Dublin-based artist whose sound blends R&B, Soul, Disco and Pop into a groove driven, modern hybrid. Raised on soul music, her style has evolved into a polished yet raw fusion that balances emotional storytelling with dance floor energy. Megan has independently built a digital following of over 155k fans across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, with multiple videos reaching millions of views. Her online momentum has translated into mainstream recognition, including appearances on some of Ireland’s biggest television shows, national radio play, and performances at iconic venues such as The Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and The 3Arena. Collaborating with producer Denis Horgan (Kneecap, Aaron Rowe), Megan’s debut release from their partnership reached No.1 on the iTunes chart, marking a major milestone in her independent career. She has just launched a new artist project with her live band, focusing on raw storytelling, high energy performance, and groove led production, designed to move bo

his weekend, the National Museum of Ireland will unveil a remarkable piece of history as the famous Catalpa Flag goes on public display to mark the 150th anniversary of the daring Fenian rescue mission. The flag, the largest in the national collection, played a pivotal role in one of the most dramatic prison breaks of the 19th century—an event with strong Clare connections. Alan Morrissey chatted about this with Brenda Malone, Curator of Military History at the National Museum of Ireland on Friday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) National Museum of Ireland Facebook

A unique community event is taking place in O’Briensbridge this weekend, inviting people to declutter their homes while supporting a meaningful local project. The Spring Clear-out promises everything from vintage finds to upcycled pieces, along with plenty of community spirit—all in aid of transforming the old school in Montpelier into a new community centre. For more details on this, Alan Morrissey was delighted to be joined by Catriona O'Donoghue, Committee PRO and Ciara Breen, who is the chairperson of the Shannon Paddlers on Friday's Morning Focus. Photos (c) Lisnagry FC Facebook

Clare FM's Derrick Lynch was with Alan Morrissey on Friday's Morning Focus for our sports preview slot, where they looked ahead to what will be a busy weekend of sporting action as well as recapping on some games that happened during the week. Games discussed: Munster SHC Round Robin, Round 1: Clare v Waterford (Sunday, Ennis, 2pm) Munster U20 Football Championship Result: Clare v Waterford (Thursday, Quilty)

The construction sector is warning of mounting pressure as the ongoing fuel crisis continues to drive up costs for materials and machinery, with potential knock-on effects for building projects here in Clare and beyond. The Construction Industry Federation is now calling for further government supports to help ease the strain. Alan Morrissey was speaking about the situation with Joanne Tracey, Head of Services for the Southern Region. Photo (c) ljubaphoto Getty Images Signature via Cnava

A special community event is taking place this evening along the Flaggy Shore, as locals come together for a 6K fun run and walk in support of New Quay National School. The fundraiser also marks a major milestone, celebrating 50 years of the school at the heart of the community. For more on this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Brian Farrell from the board of management. Photo (c) New Quay Community Development

On Friday's edition of Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey spoke with a mother from that part of West Clare. Alison Clancy was on the line, to tell us about a terrifying ordeal after her six-month-old baby suffered a severe allergic reaction, only to be told the nearest ambulance was over an hour away. Her story is the latest to add to growing concerns about ambulance cover in rural areas. Photo © Pat Flynn

A new set of figures has revealed a sharp rise in the number of children waiting years for vital speech and language therapy services, with some delays now stretching beyond two years. The growing backlog is raising serious concerns about the impact on children’s development and the pressure on families and frontline staff. To discuss what’s behind these delays and what it means in practice, Alan Morrissey was joined by Ann Norton, Clare Crusaders and Claire O’Loughlin, of Clare Speech Therapy on Friday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) RealPeopleGroup Getty Images Signature via Canva

Some Fianna Fail TDs are still calling for an urgent meeting of the party over the Government's handling of last week's fuel protests. It comes after Micheál Martin says he doesn't feel his leadership is under threat. That's despite growing criticism and dissent among three Fianna Fail backbenchers. For more on this, Alan Morrissey spoke with Chair of the Clare branch of Fianna Fáil, Mary Crawford and Meelick TD, Cathal Crowe on Friday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) Fianna Fáil

A notorious fishing spot in West Clare, which was the site of another tragedy in March will be officially assessed for enhanced safety measures. Tajuddin and Salahuddin Safi lost their lives at Doonbeg's Bluepool last month after being carried out to sea by a rogue wave. It's understood at least 40 people have died at the location since the 1980s, and now the local authority is due to collaborate with Inland Fisheries Ireland to see if additional signage and ring buoys can be installed. Local Councillor Rita McInerney says its urgently needed.

An almost €100,000 funding award is expected to allow a North Clare church to become a "living" building. St Fachnan's Cathedral in Kilfenora has secured €92,271 euro under the 2026 round of the Department of Housing's Community Monuments Fund. The allocation will enable conservation works which will prevent dampness from building up in the structure's walls. Conservation Architect Karol O'Mahony, who's overseeing the works, says it'll make the church more comfortable and enhance its appeal.

A Clare auctioneer says housing stock falling to "critical levels" has led to a historic drop-off in the number of property transactions. The latest data from the Central Statistics Office shows the volume of sales in Clare fell by 20% to 37 in the month of the February which was the lowest figure for any single month in the county since May 2012. The average price of a home meanwhile surged by 20% to €326,000 when compared to the same month last year. Diarmuid McMahon of Sherry Fitzgerald McMahon in Ennis has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons it's difficult to see the situation resolving itself for at last a few years.

There’s growing debate around the Government’s proposed ban on commercial sunbeds, with public health experts pointing to rising skin cancer rates, while industry representatives warn the move could shut down compliant businesses and drive tanning underground. The Sunbed Association has also raised concerns about a lack of transparency in the process, claiming key consultation findings have yet to be published. To discuss this, Joe McGlinchey, Vice Chair of the Sunbed Association spoke with Alan Morrissey on Thursday's edition of Morning Focus. Photo (c) Silentstock 639 from Alamy via Canva

On this week's episode of The Future of Work, Pat Flynn chats with Brendan Lally, a careers advisor in the Co-operative Education and Careers Division at the University of Limerick. This feature, 'The Future of Work' is funded by the News Reporting Scheme.

Danny Lynch, Chef at Le Chéile in Barefield was back in-studio on Thursday's Morning Focus for Taste of the Week. Danny chatted with Alan Morrissey and brought in a couple of nice dishes; one which was a pork chowder with German beer, paprika salt and lemon and ginger.

This April marks Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, and this year it comes with an important development—the expansion of BowelScreen to include people aged 50 to 54, giving thousands more the chance to detect bowel cancer early. It’s a simple at-home test, but one that could make a life-saving difference. To talk about the importance of screening, early detection, and their own personal experiences, Alan Morrissey spoke with Seán Lally, Co-owner of Hotel Woodstock, who had bowel cancer. Photo (c) 9dreamstudio from Getty Images via Canva

In 2025 alone, RNLI lifeboats launched 967 times, with volunteer crews bringing 912 people to safety. A powerful reminder of how quickly situations can turn dangerous on the water. Joining Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus was Dr. Eleanor Hooker, Lifeboat Press Officer, Lough Derg RNLI. She discussed what’s behind these numbers, the challenges faced by volunteer crews, and why public support is more important than ever, especially as the charity puts out its own Mayday call through its national fundraising campaign. Photo (c) Lough Derg RNLI

The Burren and Cliffs Explorer shuttle bus service is set to return for the 2026 season, aiming to connect towns and villages across north and west Clare with some of the region’s most popular attractions, including the Cliffs of Moher Experience and Burren National Park. With public consultation now underway to help shape its future, Alan Morrissey was joined by Siobhán McNulty, Director of Service with Clare County Council on Thursday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) cliffsofmoher.ie

A hidden housing crisis is continuing to affect hundreds of households here in Clare, with many people in their 60s and 70s still struggling with mortgage arrears dating back to the financial crash. For some, the fear of losing their home has become a constant reality stretching over more than a decade. New figures suggest around 440 households in the county are in long-term arrears, with many cases now edging toward legal action. But behind those numbers are deeply personal stories, often marked by silence, stress, and families only discovering the scale of the problem years later. To discuss this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Stephen Curtis, CEO of Irish Homes. Image © jordan_rusev from Getty via Canva