<description>A resident of a heavily-trafficked Ennis backroad fears he wouldn't be able to get out of his driveway in the event of a medical emergency.
Homeowners on the link road between the Quin Road and the N85 are calling for "joined-up thinking" from Clare County Council regarding alleviating traffic congestion on the route.
Known locally as the Old Bog Road, the Kilbricken Road is the Quin Road's only connection to the dual carriageway.
Oliver Plunkett, who's been living on the road for 30 years, says he's often unable to leave his house because of the build-ups outside his gateway.</description>

A resident of a heavily-trafficked Ennis backroad…

A resident of a heavily-trafficked Ennis backroad fears he wouldn't be able to get out of his driveway in the event of a medical emergency.
Homeowners on the link road between the Quin Road and the N85 are calling for "joined-up thinking" from Clare County Council regarding alleviating traffic congestion on the route.
Known locally as the Old Bog Road, the Kilbricken Road is the Quin Road's only connection to the dual carriageway.
Oliver Plunkett, who's been living on the road for 30 years, says he's often unable to leave his house because of the build-ups outside his gateway.

Homeowners On "Nightmare" Ennis Back Road Call For "Joined-Up Thinking" From Council

<description>A Shannon family has delivered a very special Christmas gift to the sick children of Temple Street Children’s Hospital, after raising close to €16,000 (€15,736) in memory of their late son. 

10-year-old Dylan Coady-Coleman passed away from serious injuries he sustained after being struck by a vehicle at Purcell Park in Shannon in February 2024. 

The fundraiser carried out by Dylan’s mam Laura Coady, his sister Zoe, and his brother Shane has been described as an extraordinary act of love and generosity at a time when many families are facing their own challenges. 

Laura, who organised the fundraiser with her two children, is urging people to continue supporting Temple Street and to keep Dylan’s memory alive through kindness.

Joining Alan Morrissey on Friday's Morning Focus was Laura Coady, Mother of the late Dylan Coady Coleman, from Shannon.

Photo (c) Temple Street Hospital Facebook</description>

A Shannon family has delivered a very special Chr…

A Shannon family has delivered a very special Christmas gift to the sick children of Temple Street Children’s Hospital, after raising close to €16,000 (€15,736) in memory of their late son. 

10-year-old Dylan Coady-Coleman passed away from serious injuries he sustained after being struck by a vehicle at Purcell Park in Shannon in February 2024. 

The fundraiser carried out by Dylan’s mam Laura Coady, his sister Zoe, and his brother Shane has been described as an extraordinary act of love and generosity at a time when many families are facing their own challenges. 

Laura, who organised the fundraiser with her two children, is urging people to continue supporting Temple Street and to keep Dylan’s memory alive through kindness.

Joining Alan Morrissey on Friday's Morning Focus was Laura Coady, Mother of the late Dylan Coady Coleman, from Shannon.

Photo (c) Temple Street Hospital Facebook

Shannon Mother Raises Nearly €16k For Temple Street In Memory Of Her Son

<description>Christmas festivities will be in full swing in Ennis tomorrow.
Ennis Chamber will be hosting an Artisan Crafts and Food Market in the courtyard of the Temple Gate Hotel from 10am until 3pm, with all goods on offer produced locally.
While on O'Connell Street, a Christmas Fashion Show co-ordinated by renowned model and designer Celia Holman Lee will take place from 12pm until 2pm.
Ennis Chamber CEO Margaret O'Brien has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that the artisan market will be particularly special.
Image (c) Clare County Council</description>

Christmas festivities will be in full swing in En…

Christmas festivities will be in full swing in Ennis tomorrow.
Ennis Chamber will be hosting an Artisan Crafts and Food Market in the courtyard of the Temple Gate Hotel from 10am until 3pm, with all goods on offer produced locally.
While on O'Connell Street, a Christmas Fashion Show co-ordinated by renowned model and designer Celia Holman Lee will take place from 12pm until 2pm.
Ennis Chamber CEO Margaret O'Brien has been telling Clare FM's Daragh Dolan that the artisan market will be particularly special.
Image (c) Clare County Council

Artisan Christmas Market And Fashion Show In Ennis This Weekend

<description>Drinkaware has launched its new Christmas campaign, “Gift Yourself Tomorrow,” encouraging adults to drink more mindfully over the festive season so they can wake up refreshed and ready to enjoy the moments that matter. 

New research from the Drinkaware Barometer shows a growing appetite for healthier drinking habits in Ireland — especially among younger adults — but awareness of the HSE’s low-risk drinking guidelines remains very low.  

The campaign aims to bridge that gap with practical tips, alcohol-free options, and tools to help people stay in control during the busy party season. 

Alan Morrissey had a chat with Maedhbh Firmino da Silva, Deputy Manager at Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre on Friday's Morning Focus.

Photo (c) Drinkaware LinkedIn</description>

Drinkaware has launched its new Christmas campaig…

Drinkaware has launched its new Christmas campaign, “Gift Yourself Tomorrow,” encouraging adults to drink more mindfully over the festive season so they can wake up refreshed and ready to enjoy the moments that matter. 

New research from the Drinkaware Barometer shows a growing appetite for healthier drinking habits in Ireland — especially among younger adults — but awareness of the HSE’s low-risk drinking guidelines remains very low.  

The campaign aims to bridge that gap with practical tips, alcohol-free options, and tools to help people stay in control during the busy party season. 

Alan Morrissey had a chat with Maedhbh Firmino da Silva, Deputy Manager at Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre on Friday's Morning Focus.

Photo (c) Drinkaware LinkedIn

New Research Shows Growing Interest In Healthier Drinking Habits

<description> Clare FM’s annual busking event is around the corner! 

Chris, who presents Good Vibrations on Clare FM, has once again organised the initiative in aid of Clare Haven Services. 

It will be taking place on Saturday, the 13th of December.

To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Chris Hanrahan and Dr Siobhán O'Connor, Manager of Services, Clare Haven Services.</description>

 Clare FM’s annual busking event is around the co…

 Clare FM’s annual busking event is around the corner! 

Chris, who presents Good Vibrations on Clare FM, has once again organised the initiative in aid of Clare Haven Services. 

It will be taking place on Saturday, the 13th of December.

To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Clare FM’s Chris Hanrahan and Dr Siobhán O'Connor, Manager of Services, Clare Haven Services.

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