Claims Clare Carers Struggling Financially Due To 'Six Years Of Broken Promises'

Clare Skincare Brand Founder Recognised By Google As One Of Ireland's A.I. Success Stories

Alan Morrissey's guest was proving that you don't have to be based in a major city—or have a background in technology—to build a business with global ambitions.     Dani Carvalho is the founder of IPERA, the natural skincare company based in Ardnacrusha, County Clare, and she's recently been recognised by Google as one of Ireland's AI success stories.    Her business has also won Best Natural Beauty Product at the 2026 EVOKE Wellness Awards.     Dani joined Alan to talk about entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and how a small Clare business is making an impact on the international stage.  Image (c) IPERA

In The Garden: A Rockery/Alpine Garden

Judy Beck from Clonroad Garden Centre, Ennis was back on Monday’s Morning Focus to answer all your gardening queries. This week, Judy taught us how to grow an alpine garden that contains more than just rocks. If you have any questions for Judy, contact the show on 0818 400 964 or send a text or WhatsApp to 086 1800 964. Image (c) Clonroad Garden Centre

From Brazil To Clare's Music Scene

Music has a wonderful way of bringing people together, no matter where in the world they come from.   Alan Morrissey's guest on Monday's Morning Focus was a singer-songwriter and guitarist originally from Brazil who is now making a name for herself here in County Clare.   Since moving to Ireland, she's been performing on the streets of Ennis and Galway, sharing her love of music and connecting with audiences through songs inspired by some of the biggest names in rock and pop.   Alan Morrissey was delighted to be joined by Ennis-based musician Bela Hadeel. Photo (c) Clare FM

Tubber Fair 2026 Returns To North Clare

One of the highlights of the summer calendar in North Clare returns next weekend as the Tubber Fair takes place at The Burren Inn from the 10th to the 12th of July.     The three-day event promises everything from the traditional sheep fair and family competitions to live music, traditional sessions and great food, all while raising much-needed funds for Tubber, Boston and Lurga National Schools.     Joining Alan Morrissey earlier to tell us more were the co-owners of The Burren Inn, Niamh and Martin Baker. Photo (c) Clare FM

Arts Slot With County Arts Officer Siobhán Mulcahy – 6th July

On Monday’s Morning Focus, it was time again for our Arts Slot with County Art’s Officer Siobhán Mulcahy. Siobhán provided our listeners with all the details of this week’s live events for entertainment lovers in Banner County. Photo (c) Clare FM