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Snooker enthusiasts should make their way to Hotel Woodstock next month. The Ennis hotel will host a snooker extravaganza, featuring former World Snooker Champion Ken Doherty, the legendary Jimmy White, John Virgo, plus plenty of special guests. World Snooker Champion Ken Doherty chatted to Daragh Dolan on Monday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) via Instagram kendoherty1997

This year’s Declan Ryan Memorial Tractor Run is almost in full view. The annual fundraiser in Quin will take place on Sunday, the 12th of October. This year’s event will raise money for the Bring Cillian Home fundraiser. To find out more, Daragh Dolan was joined in studio by Anne Porter and Anne Leamhy on Monday's Morning Focus.

SIPTU members employed by Shannon Heritage DAC have voted overwhelmingly to support a proposal to ballot for industrial action at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. To find out more, SIPTU Organiser Rachel Keane joined Daragh Dolan on Monday's Morning Focus.

Clare people are being reminded that only accidental storm-related incidents could result in a successful insurance claim. It comes after 5,500 properties in Clare lost power over the weekend as strong winds associated with Storm Amy battered the county. A new survey has found that just 26% of people say they would secure their garden furniture and check their windows and doors ahead of a storm. Figures from Insurance Ireland meanwhile show January's Storm Éorwyn was Ireland's most expensive storm-related insurance event in history with claims exceeding €301 million. Head of Claims at Campion Insurance Stephen McKenna says claims can't be made for avoidable incidents.

A proposal has been put forward for standardised taxi fares to popular destinations in close proximity to Shannon Airport. The practice is already in place at various international airports, such as in Paris, Rome and Madrid where pre-determined fees are in place for trips to the city centre. The measure has now been touted for destinations near Shannon, Dublin and Cork and has been referred to the National Transport Authority for consideration. Fine Gael TD Barry Ward, who's proposed the move says it would benefit drivers and tourists alike.

On this week’s Atlantic Tales Pat Flynn visits a busy family-run farm in the hills East Clare. We’ll meet mum Mona and daughter Evi and hear about the ongoing process of handing Glendree Organic Farm from one generation to the next is underway.

The Government's lack of spending on energy aid has been slammed amid claims that too many Clare people are struggling to foot bills. It follows a report from the Comptroller and Auditor General which shows that just €3.9 million out of a €190 million fund set up to support consumers dealing with spiking energy costs has been paid out. Energia, meanwhile has become the latest company to announce price hikes of between 10% and 12%. Clare Aontú Rep June Dillon believes the fund needs to be used now.

Petrol electric hybrids are on course to be the most popular vehicles in Clare this year. Data from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry shows 671 vehicles with a petrol electric engine have been sold so far this year which is up 17% on the same period of 2024. By contrast, just 562 petrol and 558 diesel engine vehicles have been registered in the county in 2025 to date, indicating drops of 16% and 24% respectively. Director of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry Brian Cooke says the figures show it looks like it'll be a record-breaking year for electric vehicle sales nationwide.

Fr Gerry Kenny leads this Sunday Prayer for today, the 5th October 2025, the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Fr Gerry Kenny presents Beyond Belief for this Sunday 5th October 2025 and talks to Sr Gabriel Murphy from the Poor Clares in Ennis. He also has a coffee and chat with Stephen Fletcher about going on retreat, the appointment of the new Archbishop of Catherbury as the head of the Church of England and head of the Anglican Communion and the work of missionaries in our divided world as we approach Mission Sunday.

ESB says it expects the majority of electricity outages, caused by Storm Amy, in Clare to be restored before tonight. As a status yellow warning for wind expires, at present there are 640 homes, farms and business remain without power across the county, down from 5,500 at the height of the storm. The east of the county was worst affected, with over half of the remaining outages seen in Tulla, Bodyke, O'Callaghan's Mills, Scariff, Whitegate and Ogonnelloe. ESB Clare Area Manager, Alan Hogan, says they're expecting all major outages to be rectified today, however, some small pockets will remain without power overnight.

Suggestions that planning delays could be too much of an obstacle for a new MidWest hospital have been rubbished by a West Clare Councillor. It follows indications that HIQA is prioritising either the expansion of University Hospital Limerick or extension of its campus instead. In the regulator's landmark review of emergency capacity in the MidWest, it highlighted that a project feasibility risk assessment would have to be carried out to see if building a new facility elsewhere is possible. Doonbeg Fianna Fáil Councillor Rita McInerney believes its the only viable solution.

A major drive is underway to recruit Shanon's next generation of Air Traffic Controllers. AirNav Ireland which monitors 451,000 square km of Ireland's sovereign air space is currently seeking new participants for its 18-month apprenticeship programme. The organisation currently has vacancies in Shannon, Ballycasey and Ballygireen in Clare, as well as in Cork. Shannon Air Traffic Controller Con Hayes says it's a golden opportunity.

Clare FM has been named Local Station of the Year at the annual IMRO Radio Awards, the most prestigious event in Irish radio. The ceremony, which celebrates excellence and achievement across the broadcasting industry, took place at the Lyrath Estate Hotel in Kilkenny last night. Clare’s most listened-to radio station claimed the top honour in recognition of its dedication to quality programming, community service, and innovative broadcasting. It was also a strong night for individual programmes. Morning Focus earned a bronze award, while Live at Glór – Clare FM’s All-Ireland Hurling Final Preview Show, hosted by Derrick Lynch and Syl O’Connor, was also recognised. Clare FM’s Programme Director and Head of Operations, Padraic Flaherty, is delighted

Interviews with both camps as Eire Óg and Clooney Quin prepare for the TUS Clare SHC final

Clare FM's Derrick Lynch is joined by Tommy Guilfoyle and Ann Marie McGann to preview Sunday's TUS Clare SHC final

Irish singer-songwriter Gavin James returns with his highly anticipated fourth studio album, Goldrush, was released on 19th September. The 13-track record is structured in two distinct halves, divided by an interlude: one brimming with upbeat, high-energy anthems, and the other showcasing a more intimate and vulnerable side. Speaking about the new project, Gavin says: “This album has been two years in the making, and it’s the first time I’ve fully thrown myself into the production side of things — which was an amazing learning curve. The opening track, Goldrush, felt like the start of something new I’d been searching for. The record has all the bells and whistles I love as a producer, but also the raw, imperfect moments that make it feel truly human.” Since bursting onto the scene in 2015 with his debut album Bitter Pill — featuring hits such as The Book of Love and Nervous — Gavin James has established himself as one of Ireland’s most successful musical exports. His 2018 album Only Ticket Home produced th

Clare's Chief Fire Officer is urging people to "rethink how they go about their business" as the season of weather warnings begins. The county is under a severe status orange warning today from 2pm to 10pm while a status red marine warning off the cost expires at 8pm. Met Éireann is predicting fallen trees, damage to power lines and possible power outages as well as difficult travelling conditions and wave overtopping. Adrian Kelly has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons caution should be taken with regard to journeys in conditions such as these.

On Friday's Morning Focus with Alan Morrissey, Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch, Ger O’Halloran - Clooney Quin and Brian Howard - Éire Óg discussed this weekends upcoming sporting fixtures. TUS Clare SHC Final: Éire Óg v Clooney-Quin (Sunday, Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chíosóg, 3:30pm) TUS PIHC Semi-Final: Clarecastle v Whitegate (Saturday, Tulla, 1:30pm) O’Callaghan’s Mills v Ruan (Saturday, Gurteen, 4pm) TUS IHC Semi-Final: Ogonnelloe v Inagh-Kilnamona (Saturday, Killanena, 4pm) Smith O’Briens v Kilmaley (Sunday, Cratloe, 12:30pm) LGFA Ladies Football Final: Kilmihil v Banner (Sunday, Doonbeg, 3:30pm)

The breathtaking surrounds of the Burren North will once again provide the backdrop for Common Threads. Taking place from Friday, 10th to Sunday 12th October, the three-day trail of musical and cultural discovery will feature Martin Hayes, Daithi, Colm Mac Con Iomaire, and Aindrias de Staic. Also on the bill is Bantum. The Cork-born electronic music producer, known as Ruairi Lynch to his family, will release his new single, called Big Flute beforehand. It’s out on the 9th of October. On Friday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by Bantum (Ruairí Lynch) for more on this. Photo (c) Spotify