Category Archives: Community Interest

Community Unity – Siobhan Purcell , Deirdre Hunt

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This weeks Community Unity is presented and produced by Chris Behan, with Mairead O’Higgins Finnegan.
Mairead speaks to Clarecastle author Siobhan Purcell has just published her first book in a series ‘The Quay Road Mysteries Book 1’released at Christmas , is based in the West of Ireland and draws ‘inspiration from the charm and intrigue of small-town life, weaving stories that blend vivid landscapes, memorable characters, and a touch of suspense.’Padriag has this weeks Community Announcements for the area.
With 20 years in community radio experience and currently CRAOL project Coordinator, Diedre Hunt is on the line to speak about what CRAOL is all about.

The Genealogy Show – Newfoundland Colony Irish Influences and Presence.

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Radio Beams – John Doorty

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Well known John Doorty from Kilshanny is a poet,teacher and a writer who now in his mid sixties work in technology.
He spent 6 years in Spain teaching English as a foreign language .He read recently at an event to remember Knute Skinner in Glor.
Tune in to www.rcb.ie on Tuesday’s at 3.30pm.

Community Unity with Ann Finucane, and Mary Redmond

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Today on Community Unity, Mary Redmond from Halla Eoin is on the line with news of a new course starting on the 11th of February – ‘EASY COOKING ON A BUDGET’ cookery demonstration see the link to register interest.

Teresa visits the Cultúrlann Sweeney library, where Ann Finucane guides Teresa through a live setup of the free ‘Borrow Box’ library service app, Clare ‘Borrow Box’ service has many e-books and Audio books to download and borrow, the website link above included links to various Phones and devices in the Google and Apple stores.

The Genealogy Show – The Boer War

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Radio Beams -Niamh Driscoll set up a business called Sauna Sauna Suaimhneas

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Radio Beams show this week is with well know Niamh Driscoll and her brother who is the owners of a new and exciting business.
called Sauna Suaimhneas. Which are based currently in Lahinch and White Strand.These two barrel sauna on wheels are movable.
Niamh is an engineer and had a good job,but decided she wanted to fulfill her dream and work beside the sea.
The Sauna Suaimhneas can hold 6 people at a time. It is available for parties or special occasions
Tune in on Tuesday to www.rcb.ie 3.30pm

Community Unity – featuring Deirdre Keating, Sharon Malone and Roisin Horgan

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Cliffs of Moher are celebrating St. Brigide’s day both at the Cliffs and at Vandeleur Garden’s with drop in craft workshops, Sharon Malone is on line with more information , see link above for details.

Diedre Keating, Local Enterprise Officer at the local enterprise office Clareis on the line with information on the new round of courses and training session with have information and help on current grant promotions available to SME’s aimed at growing local enterprise.

Teresa visits Roisin Horgan at the Kilrush Citizen’s Information Centre who can advise on , and help for dealing with storm damage using the assistance scheme which is an initiative only available during a limited period after the storm event.

Radio Beams – Garry Shannon Multitasker

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Radio Beams show this week is with well know Garry Shannon. Who has a long history in playing traditional music .
Garry lives on the border of Corofin and Ruan.
Garry tells of his start in music.
Been involved in the St Flannan School traditional band. In 9091 Garry joined world famous band the Kilfenora Band.
Garry was a teacher in St St. Flannan’s College until he retired recently. He is also a farmer. He teaches music in Corofin .
Also run a Coordinates a Summer School for student with a high degree of capability in Irish Trad Music.

Community Unity with guests – Bob Vernon, and Donna McGrath.

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Bob Vernon is in the studio to speak about how meditation can help to ease anxiety and has information on the upcoming course on meditation relaxation and mindfullness which Bob himself is leading at the Kilrush Banner Books Shop. For more information see Bob Vernon
It’s that time of the year again and the West Clare Cancer Centre are taking registrations now for the West Clare Mini Marathon starting from the Kilkee Community Centre on Sunday 2nd of February. Donna McGrath is in the studio with the full low down.

The Genealogy Show – Desmond Rebellions

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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Radio Beams – Sharon Fitizgerald and Lisa O’Dwyer tells about their kidneys.

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Radio Beams show this week is two well known people.
Sharon Fitzgerald Director of Irish Kidney Association and also an active member of Clare Clare IKA Branch.
Also we have Lisa O’Dwyer who is Secretary of Clare IKA Branch.
Both tell their story of kidney disease and how is affects them. From their diet and medical needs.
Tune in Tuesday 3,30pm to www.rcb.ie

Community Unity with guests, James Considine ,and Paul Williams.

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On today’s Community Unity with Teresa and Padraig , Teresa speaks to James Considine about the 7 night Mostar Medjugorje Pilgrimage in Bosnia and Herzegovina which he is involved in organising for the 27th August this year. More information from Kilrush Parish website
Padraig has the Community Diary of events for the area.
Williams Hardware Kilkee
Paul Williams is in the studio on the 75th Anniversary of Williams Hardware in Kilkee founded by his grandparents in 1950, Paul speaks on the history and some of the in’s and out’s of running the Kilkee hardware retail store.

The Genealogy Show – The great frost of 1740

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.
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Radio Beams – Shanelle Waring Woods Nominated Clare Volunteer.

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Radio Beams show this week is with well know Shanelle Waring Woods who was nominated in best Clare Volunteer of the year.She represented Clare at the All Ireland Volunteers of the year.
Shantelle was nominated by her Hockey Club in Clare . The Hockey club have no pitch in Clare . So all the competitive games have to played outside e the county. Currently The club is actively looking to raise sufficing funds to buy a place in Clare.So they are raffling a car.
Shantell is also the manager of a busy organisation called Care About You in Shannon. Where they support people in their homes all over the county.

Radio Beams – Anna Swisher Communication officer CLDC and Active Hope Facilator

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Radio Beams show this week is with well known Anna Swisher from California .
Now works in Clare Local Development Company part time as the Communication officer. Anna also works as part of global team as Active Hope Facilitator.
In community groups working collectively for the great benefits of the community.
Tune in Tuesday 3.30pm on to www.rcb.ie Please share.

Radio Beams – Guy Urbin Arts and Crafts Curtin Lane in Ennis.

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Radio Beams guest this week is well know Guy Urbin based in their Arts and Crafts shop in Curtins lane in Ennis.
Guy is French man along with his wife (Irish) who is painter run then shop. Guy and his Irish wife are living in Ireland 39 yrs. Guy trained as Blacksmith and Chef .Worked is very prestigious places in the past. Tune in to www.rcb.ie Tuesday 3.30pm please share.

The Genealogy Show – Irish Heritage News

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.
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Radio Beams – John Lonergan retired Governor of Mountjoy Jail.

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Radio Beams show this week is with well known John Lonergan retired Governor of Mountjoy Jail. Retired since 2011 he often called on to give talks about human behaviour.
John remembers joining in 1968 we had little less that 500 prisoners then now in 2024 we have over 5,000 prisoners.
People with mental health, autism and physical disability.

Community Unity featuring Siobhan Boyd, Mulryan Grainne, Jason, and Grainne Flynn.

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Teresa was out and about over the weekend at the Querrin School House Christmas Tractor Run fundraiser for the School house conversion work and meets Mrs Klaus.

Mairead Padraig and Sadhbh head over to Ennis to meet some of the stallholders at the recent CLDC Social Enterprise Expo at The Inn at Dromoland speaking to Siobhan Boyd, from Mna le cheile, Women’s Shed Group, Jason from Fruit Tree food plant nursery , and Grainne Mulryan from Kilkee Golf Club ,and Grainne Flynn from Thriobetes an organisation which provides diabetes peer support.

The Genealogy Show – Advent and Traditions.

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Lorna worked as Project Genealogist for George Boole *200 genealogy project for University College Cork and is an excellent researcher for Irish family histories.

Lorna produces and presents the successful show: ‘The Genealogy Radio show’ aired each Thursday at 4p.m. from beautiful Kilkee, Co. Clare at Raidio Corcabaiscinn and Podcasts are available weekly.

Lorna has delivered conference papers at Oxford; Lincoln College: Exploration of the Medieval Gaelic Diet: (2012); seminar papers at the Moore Institute in NUI Galway, ‘The Gaelic Lordships in Thomond, c. 1400-c.1500’ and papers at Irish Conference of Medievalists on themes of Brian Boru and landscape of East Clare. Lorna has published on medieval themes and on maritime subjects. Her research areas are the MacNamaras and O’Briens of Thomond.

Lorna received her Certificate for the Advancement of Forensic Genealogy (CAFG) in Dallas in March 2015.

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