On Thursday's edition of Morning Focus with John Cooke
Secondary students going into fifth year next September could find it easier to pass higher level Leaving Cert exams when their time comes. Cabinet ministers are due to discuss proposals tomorrow that would mean candidates that only score 30 to 39 per cent would no longer get a fail grade, and would earn CAO points. The hope is that more students will be encouraged to take on the higher level syllabus. Joe Humphreys Education Correspondent Irish Times explained the changes further and Don Ryan TUI Standing Committee Member for Clare welcomed the changes.
Sinn Fein Councillor Mike Mc Kee, Shannon has called a Public Meeting, to give local people, groups and organisations an opportunity to express their views, on the proposed crematorium to be built in Shannon. The Public Meeting took place in the Oakwood Arms Hotel, Shannon, tonight at 7.30pm.
Cllr Mike McKee, who lives close the proposed site said he is " hosting the meeting to hear the opinions of Shannon people and for local residents to get the full information on the crematorium proposal." Cllr McKee spoke to John.
Lough Derg (on the Shannon) Nature Trail is produced by the County Councils in Clare, Galway and Tipperary, and co-funded by The Heritage Council and Lakelands & Inland Waterways. The 130-kilometre trail takes visitors from Portumna in Galway down the western shore of the lake, to Killaloe in Clare, and back up on the eastern side to Terryglass in Tipperary. Congella McGuire is the Heritage officer Clare County Council she spoke to us ahead of the official launch this evening.
In our Morning Focus Health Matters slot we speak with Dr Maire Finn from the Ennis Family Medical Centre who today spoke to us about Ulcer Colitis (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) and Crohn's Disease. Doctor Maire Finn is from the Ennis Family Medical Centre, and will be joining us again next Thursday for more medical advice. You can always send us your thoughts and queries by email [email protected], but if you have concerns or queries about your own health right now please contact your local GP
Joe Queally of the RNLI – Fanore joined us in studio ahead of their May Day Fundraiser launching today with collections tomorrow on the streets of Ennis and Kilrush. May Day celebrates and give thanks to our volunteer lifeboat crews. Whether you donate, fundraise or volunteer, your help will ensure they're always there”
The annual arrival of the Burren’s world famous wildflowers is truly spectacular – the Burrenbeo Trust’s Burren in Bloom festival is a celebration of this, opening the magic of this landscape to all.
Running from April 30th to May 18th in venues around the Burren, Burren in Bloom will feature a wide variety of events including walks, talks and cultural events, with a choice for all age groups. Organised by the Burrenbeo Trust, a charity for the region, the events are sure to enhance your appreciation of the unique and beautiful Burren landscape. Bridgid Barry the Burren in Bloom Co-ordinator spoke to John
Mike Varden is the Head of Ennis Guitar School who are hosting their Annual Concert – Tonight at 8PM GLOR. This is their first ever concert on the Glór stage with students of all ages performing together (From 6 to 56 year olds taking part) including vocals and 7 instruments, guitar taking prominence.
Carrigaholt Oyster and Trad Music Fesitval next with Mags Keane of Keanes Bar Carrigaholt and Festival Co-Organiser. Get into the festive mood with complimentary oysters during all our Trad Seisiún. Highlights include . . . Friday: Shellfish and Craft Beer Night The Long Dock Pub & Restaurant 7pm-10pm. Saturday: Traditional Music & Seafood Platter Lunch The Long Dock Pub & Restaurant 12-4pm. Sunday: Street food & Oyster Bar / Open Air Market West Street 12noon-4pm / Oyster Eating & Opening Competition Registration at Oyster Bar from 12 Noon.
Carol Clarke of the Whitegate May Bank Holiday Celebration Weekend informed us of some of the weekend's highlights including . . . Friday: The Great Whitegate Bake Off competition @ 5PM Clubhouse
Saturday: tug of war official inter club competition @ 7p.m. at the Nightingale bar. Sunday: Whitegate Pony Races, 1st race going to post @ 1p.m followed by Cow Pat Competition @ 7 pm near the Half Barrel AND Monday: Dinny Ryan 10k run / 5k walk. Registration from 10.30a.m at Whitegate GAA Clubhouse. Race @ 12 noon
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