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Shannon Boxing Club is seeking a more permanent home. For more on the background of the club, its importance to the local community in Shannon, and why they need a new home, Derrick Lynch was joined by the Chairman and head coach, David Ryan. PHOTO CREDIT: Shannonboxingclub Sbc via Facebook

Alan Morrissey was joined by Matt McCormack, a dedicated counsellor at A Cherished Mind in Ennis, for an insightful conversation. Matt shared his background in counselling and explored key topics such as relationship advice and the dynamics of marriage, offering valuable perspectives for individuals and couples alike. PHOTO CREDIT: NoSystem images from Getty Images Signature

We're becoming more worried about our household finances. Data from the Irish League of Credit Unions shows consumer confidence dipped in July, with rising food prices and suggestions there won't be cost-of-living supports in the next budget both feeding into the drop. Overall, 37 per cent of consumers say the cost-of-living is their main worry. It comes as Flogas announced ahead of the weekend that it’s increasing its prices for residential electricity customers by 7%. For more on this, Derrick Lynch was joined by Louis Faye, St Frances Credit Union, Ennis.

Today on the show we’re joined by The Irish News journalist, Conor Coyle, who has been covering the tragic shooting in Maguiresbridge, Co. Fermanagh. Conor has reported in depth on the unfolding investigation. To find out more, Derrick Lynch was joined by Conor Coyle, Journalist with Irish news.

The Scariff Harbour Festival is coming up later this week. Festival organisers and Scariff GAA will come together to mark the official opening of the 2025 festival – which runs from Thursday, 31st July) until Sunday, 3rd August - and celebrate the significant developments at the local GAA park. The East Clare Club will welcome GAA President, Jarlath Burns, when he addresses the local community on Saturday (2nd August, 6.30pm). To discuss this further, Derrick Lynch was joined by Harry O’Meara, Co-Founder of Scariff Harbour Festival. PHOTO CREDIT: The Scariff Harbour Festival via Facebook

Tributes are being paid to a man who died in a workplace accident in Ennistymon last Thursday (24th). Joe Crosse is understood to have suffered life-threatening injuries following a fall. The 46-year-old was a plasterer and retained firefighter in Ennistymon. He was active within the community there, where he managed the U9s at Ennistymon GAA Club. Joe also raised thousands of euros for a number of different charities. Indeed, back in December 2021, Joe appeared on Morning Focus to talk about running 52 marathons in a year to raise money for charity. Joe is survived by his wife Brid, children Teagan and Odhran, and extended family and friends. His funeral mass will take place at Clouna Church, Ennistymon today (Monday, 28th July) at 12 noon. For more on this, Derrick Lynch was joined by Shane Talty, Ennistymon GAA Chair.

A new bus route expansion will connect villages in rural Clare to Ennis and Limerick for the first time. TFI Local Link has confirmed that Tulla and Meelick will be added as stops on its 318 route from Ennis to Limerick. The enhanced route will operate three daily return services from Monday to Sunday, with additional late evening journeys on Friday and Saturday. TFI Local Link Clare-Limerick Area Manager Anne Gaughan says it will be a major boost for the region.

The Mayor of Clare expects a flood defence scheme in West Clare to have a "positive result for the surrounding area and residents". Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works Kevin Boxer Moran has confirmed that the OPW has approved funding of €16,034 for Clare County Council's planned flood mitigation works at Lacknashinagh in Kildysart. The project will involve the reconstruction of an estuary embankment and reinforcement with gabion mattress. Clarecastle Fine Gael Councillor Paul Murphy says it's a win for the whole county.

The opening round of this year's TUS Clare Senior Hurling Championship provided plenty of drama across the weekend. Kilmaley came back from the dead to snatch a one point victory against Ballyea, while newly promoted Wolfe Tones shared the spoils with reigning champions Feakle in Zimmer Biomet Páirc Chiosóg. Clonlara laid down an early marker in the first game of the 2025 championship as they defeated 2024 beaten finalists Sixmilebridge by a point in their Group 1 encounter on Friday evening. The Bridge thought they'd secured a draw with an Alex Morey free in added time but a placed ball of their own from Cathal O'Connell claimed a 1-19 to 1-18 win for 2023 Canon Hamilton winners. The team that were defeated on that occasion are top of Group 1 after the opening weekend however, as Crusheen opened their account with a five point win over Doora/Barefield on a score of 23 points to 1-15. Inagh-Kilnamona sit atop Group 2 following the opening weekend of action after a convincing win over Corofin. The combo

Clare Minor Ladies Captain Aisling Crowe has labelled their All Ireland Final Success a dream come true for all involved. Following successes in 2013 and 2017, The Banner added a third Minor B Ladies Football title to the roll of honour with a four point win over Sligo. Clare had to withstand a late barrage from the 2024 champions, who were in search of a goal to force the game to extra time before Clodagh Mescal knocked over the insurance score with Clare's final attack. Crowe says the sense of unity within the squad dragged them over the line in the second half.

The manager of the Clare minor ladies footballers has hailed his side's defensive reilience that saw them crowned All Ireland Champions yesterday. A 1-8 to 0-7 victory over Sligo in the Connaught GAA Centre of Excellence in Bekan Co.Mayo saw Clare claim their third All Ireland title at the grade. Of the Sligo total, just three points were conceded from play. Banner boss Barry Donnelly says it's a testament to the player's hard work and dedication.

Clare FM's Derrick Lynch is joined by former Clare LGFA manager & owner of iGaelic Coach Evan Talty for commentary on Clare's All Ireland Minor B LGFA final win over Sligo

Calls have been made for a blanket ban on windfarm developments near Clare's air traffic control radar installations. There are currently pending applications for 40 turbines in the east of the county, many of which are in close proximity to the radar station at Woodcock Hill in Meelick. Shannon Airport and AirNav Ireland have already raised concerns over the potential impacts that projects at Knockshanvo, Ballycar and Lackareagh Beg would have, with the latter granted planning permission last week. Clare Fianna Fáil TD Cathal Crowe says no one wants to see an accident.

A bathing hotspot in East Clare is set to receive a welcome boost to its facilities. A number of handrails are set to be installed at Mountshannon Pier. Killaloe Municipal District has committed to the upgrades as a short term measure, along with placing more sand along the shoreline of the Blue Flag Beach. Whitegate Fine Gael Councillor Pat Burke says it will be a vital addition.

Fr Brendan Quinlivan leads our Sunday Prayer for Sunday 27th July 2025, the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Clare's minor ladies footballers have been crowned All Ireland champions. Barry Donnelly's side secured a 1-8 to 0-7 win over reigning champions Sligo in the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence in Bekan, Co Mayo this afternoon. The crucial score, a goal off the boot of Aoibheann Ryan, came just before the half time whistle to give Clare a 1-3 to 0-4 lead as the sides headed for the dressing room. Clare FM analyst Evan Talty says Clare showed immense resilience to grind out the result in the closing stages.

Farmers and rural pet owners are once again being urged to take control of their dogs following a vicious attack in East Clare. It follows an incident in O'Callaghan's Mills in which a number of sheep suffered serious injuries. The dog responsible is yet to be identified and owners in the area are requested to be extra vigilant. Clare County Dog Warden Frankie Coote says it was an extremely distressing incident.

The upgrade of water infrastructure in a West Clare community is expected to "significantly lower instances of bursts" in the area. Ward and Burke Construction Limited has replaced over 800 metres of aged water mains with new pipes in the townland of Alva in Creegh on behalf of Uisce Éireann. The water utility claims this will cut down on supply disruptions along the network which will result in a "more secure" water supply for residents. Uisce Éireann National Leakage Reduction Programme Manager Jack Cronin claims it's a very positive development.

Ahead of Saturday's All Ireland Minor B LGFA final, Clare FM's Derrick Lynch spoke with Clare manager Barry Donnelly, captain Aisling Crowe, along with vice captains Rea Meaney and Aisling Kelly to look ahead to their clash with Sligo in the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence.

To preview the sporting fixtures, Alan Morrissey was joined on Monday’s Morning Focus by Clare FM’s Derrick Lynch. TUS Clare SHC: Friday: Group 1: Clonlara v Sixmilebridge (Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosog, 7pm) - LIVE Group 3: Newmarket-on-Fergus v Éire Óg (Clarecastle, 7pm) Saturday: Group 2: Clooney Quin v Broadford (Shannon, 1:30pm) Group 4: Kilmaley v Ballyea (Sixmilebridge, 3:30pm) Group 1: Crusheen v St. Joseph’s Doora Barefield (Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosog, 4pm) Group 3: Feakle v Wolfe Tones Shannon (Zimmer Biomet Pairc Chiosog, 6pm) - LIVE Group 4: Cratloe v Scariff (Broadford, 6pm) Group 2: Inagh-Kilnamona v Corofin (Gurteen, 7pm) Premier IHC: Friday: Group 1: Killanena v O'Callaghan's Mill (Scariff, 7pm) Saturday: Group 2: Clarecastle v Whitegate (Bodyke, 6pm) Sunday: Ruan v Sixmilebridge (Cratloe, 1pm) TUS IHC: Sunday: Group 1: O’Callaghan’s Mills v Broadford (Clonlara, 1pm) Inagh-Kilnamona v Scariff (Clooney, 1pm) Group 2: St. Joseph’s Door