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Waterford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!WLR Radio's Festive Schedule: Live Shows & ConcertsWLR Radio in Waterford brings festive cheer with a packed holiday schedule, featuring live shows, concerts, and special programs. Santa Claus joins Oliver Carroll on Christmas Eve, and heartfelt concerts fill the air. Christmas Day offers news updates, more concerts, and cozy afternoon tunes. On Saint Stephen’s Day, John O’Shea spins solid gold hits. The schedule also includes original documentaries and a New Year’s Eve live special. As the holidays end, WLR rings in 2026 with seventies and eighties hits, keeping the local spirit shining.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local ne...
2025-12-2201 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaMassive WLR Christmas appeal bundle back for its sixth yearBlaa Giveaways have a Mega Fundraising bundle in their live draw this Sunday, 21st Dec at 10 pm, all in aid of the WLR Christmas Appeal in Aid of St Vincent De Paul.Megan from Blaa Giveaways joined Ollie and Dymphna in studio ahead of the sixth year of the draw.Tickets are €3.99 per entry.Click Here To EnterHere is the list of amazing prizes and remember, the winner will walk away with ALL of the below.iPhone 17 256gbiPad 10th gen55" UHD Samsung TV...
2025-12-1904 min
Déise TodayNSPCA's Alice Lacey talks animal neglect and welfare issues...Last week, a 63-year-old craftworker from Waterford was given a four-month suspended jail sentence and been banned from keeping dogs for life after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to almost 70 dogs she kept in substandard conditions.Sandra Hennessy, a knitwear and jewellery maker, pleaded guilty to a total of 29 counts animal welfare offences including over 20 counts of causing or permitting unnecessary suffering to the dogs under her care.Hennessy admitted the offences at two addresses at Dunmoon North, Tallow, Co Waterford and Dyrick, Ballinamult, Co Waterford, on various dates between July 23rd, 2024, and February 28...
2025-12-1022 minWaterford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Irish Times Sells WLR FM Stake, Daily Mail Group Takes OverThe Irish Times sells majority stake in WLR FM to Daily Mail Group, retaining 25% ownership. This strategic move aligns with The Irish Times focus on core publishing titles and digital services. WLR FM, known for its strong local connection and awards, looks forward to a new chapter under new ownership.DNN | The Daily News Now!The world’s first global local news network.Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-12-0901 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaMark White reacts to raising almost €20,000 for WLR appealMark White has reacted to raising almost €20,000 for the WLR Be A Little Star Christmas Appeal.His annual fitness challenge kicked the appeal off last Saturday at Tramore AFC.On site there was a BBQ, fitness challenges and personal bests, cakes, a monster raffle and more.The community of Tramore turned out en masse to support his endeavours.From 5am, members of Mark White's gym took to the assault bikes, the spin bikes and more to achieve their target.The count is still ongoing but as it stands, more th...
2025-12-0205 min
Déise TodayMother of Sammy (18) killed in e-bike tragedy warns about their dangersOn Sunday, Nov 16 last, 18-year-old Sammy Hanrahan from Clonard Park was critically injured in a crash between his e-bike and a car on the Cork Road in the city.Sammy died a few days later — on Friday, Nov 21 — in hospital.A very popular and well-loved young man, Sammy made an impression on the many people he met in his young life and is sadly missed by his heartbroken family.From their home, his mother Jane spoke yesterday (Monday afternoon) to Damien Tiernan on Deise Today.She described how Sammy had only got...
2025-12-0216 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaCakes, Sweat, BBQs, and Prizes- Mark White prepares for his annual eventIn December, if there is sweat, cakes, a BBQ, and some fast feet- it can only mean Mark White is fundraising!To officially launch this year's WLR Be A Little Star Christmas Appeal, a mammoth undertaking is happening in Tramore AFC.This Saturday, from 5am until midday, everyone is invited to visit Tramore AFC.Members of the gym will be personally fundraising by spinning, cycling, undertaking HIIT classes, and more.There will be cakes, a BBQ, an absolutely enormous raffle, and WLR will be there broadcasting on the day....
2025-11-2707 min
Déise TodayListen back: Launch of WLR Christmas Appeal 2025 in aid of St Vincent de Paul Services in WaterfordThe annual WLR Christmas Appeal in aid of Waterford St Vincent De Paul (SVP) returns this year and, sadly, it is needed as much as ever.Last year, the WLR Christmas Appeal raised in excess of €100,000. These funds went directly towards helping those most in need in Waterford with ongoing day-to-day costs, including education expenses, household food and fuel bills, as well as providing breakfast clubs in local schools.With the continued rise in the cost of living, more individuals and families are turning to St Vincent de Paul for support. The WLR Christmas Appeal aims...
2025-11-2413 min
Ours To Protect 2Episode 8: Garranbane National School AudioMoth RecordingWLR's Ours to Protect and Harvard’s Institute of Climate, Sound, and Society Collaborate on World-First “AudioMoth” Biodiversity Project in WaterfordThis year, Ours to Protect launched something truly special, and a little bit groundbreaking. In collaboration with the Institute of Climate, Sound, and Society at Harvard University, WLR and 15 other independent radio stations took part in a world-first project: mapping biodiversity through sound.At the heart of it all was a small but mighty device called the AudioMoth, a portable, weather-resistant sound recorder capable of capturing the hum and heartbeat of an entire ecosystem. From M...
2025-10-2803 min
WLR NewsKilmeaden looks to the future with launch of Community PlanAs we've been hearing on WLR recently, some major developments are planned for the Kilmeaden area in County Waterford. The Kilmeaden Community Development Plan 2025 was officially launched by the newly formed Kilmeaden CommunityNetwork at the weekend. An event was held at Ballyduff Community Hall to mark the launch, and WLR's Kieran Foley went along to speak to some of those in attendance.To listen, click on the image above
2025-10-2108 min
WLR NewsKilmacthomas honours contributions of Mercy nuns to local areaThe 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Mercy Nuns in the Parish of Kilmacthomas was celebrated last Wednesday, September 24th. A full day of events took place on Wednesday, and WLR's Kieran Foley went along to find out more. To listen, click on the image above For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.
2025-09-2911 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaJohn O' Shea on being a trusted radio voice for 42 yearsFor 42 years, John O'Shea has been a companion in homes across the county through the medium of radio.In 1983, he heard an advertisement on WLR, which was at that time offering the role of a part-time DJ.In the dead of night after all were asleep in his home, he made a demo tape and sent it on.The rest as they say is history...John is a trusted voice, keeping people company in the homes, workplaces, and on the move.Through the airwaves, he is a friend to...
2025-09-0220 min
WLR NewsSolas Cancer Support Centre encourages men to avail of servicesThe Solas Cancer Support Centre is this year shining a light on male engagement with cancer support services. Efforts are underway to increase service use among men of all ages. WLR's Kieran Foley has this special report in which he speaks to many different men associated with the Solas Centre. You can listen by clicking on the main image above.Registration is now open for this year's Solas Run and Walk for Life.Full details can be found on solascentre.ie WLR is proud media partner of t...
2025-08-0421 min
WLR NewsSpecial sand art creation marks launch of 2025 Solas Run and Walk for LifeThis year's Solas Cancer Support Centre Run and Walk for Life takes place in October and has been officially launched today. WLR are media partner again this year and full details can be found on wlrfm.comIn launching this year’s event, a very special piece of sand art was commissioned, where the 2025 Run and Walk for Life logo was brought to life at Kilmurrin Cove. WLR's Kieran Foley went along and began by speaking to Manager of the Solas Cancer Support Centre, Tracy McDaid. For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News...
2025-07-2913 min
WLR News'Our Lady of Waterford' mural completed in city centreA very large and eye catching mural has appeared outside the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in Waterford and has become a talking point, attracting locals and tourists alike. WLR's Kieran Foley went along to the new addition in the city centre to find out more For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.
2025-07-2907 min
WLR NewsVoices from Waterford's Comeragh's Wild FestivalAnother hugely successful Comeraghs Wild Festival took place from Thursday until Sunday, with varied events taking place across County Waterford.One of the highlights was the open air concert at Cooney's Yard near the Mahon Falls on Friday night.WLR's Kieran Foley attended and began by speaking to Festival Director, Bernadette Drohan.For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.
2025-07-1504 min
WLR NewsA Legacy in Focus: Remembering Leo MurphyThere was a huge sadness locally in April at the death of well-known Waterford City photographer Leo Murphy, who ran Leo Murphy Photography and Framing on O'Connell Street. Now, Leo's family have been working on a project to pay tribute to him but also to raise funds for charity. WLR's Kieran Foley has been finding out more.To listen, click the image above.For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.
2025-07-1105 min
The Hot DeskThe Hot Desk with Orlaith Brady, Breda Dooley and Waterford Viking Marathon SponsorsOn this episode of The Hot Desk with Mary O'Neill thanks to MK Brazil.Waterford business woman Orlaith Brady about her new venture Bunmahon Sauna and Seaweed Baths.Breda Dooley of Matrix Recruitment will talk about how Ireland is facing a critical shortage of qualified accountants. And with the WLR Waterford Viking Marathon a matter of days away, WLR's Kyle Butler has been speaking to some of the sponsors. You'll hear from Azzurri and Bausch + Lomb.
2025-06-1936 min
WLR NewsAzzuri support 2025 Waterford Viking MarathonAzzuri are making their debut as sponsors for the Waterford Viking Marathon this year.The event takes place across the weekend of June 21st and 22nd.WLR's Kyle Butler went out to Azzuri to chat to them about their involvement.To listen back, click the image above!For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.
2025-06-0902 min
WLR NewsWaterford set for Thomas Francis Meagher Tricolour celebrationsIt's 177 years since the Irish Tricolour was first flown at 33, The Mall in Waterford City and commemorative events take place this weekend. WLR's Kieran Foley attended the recent launch to find out more about this year's programme of events.For the latest Waterford News and Sport, tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for news on demand.
2025-03-0407 min
Hamin Media GroupWLR (Wednesday Locker Room) February 19, 2025This week we are here with Billy Ray Valentine @Obi1unome, the main event, “Strangler” Steve King @StranglerSteve_ and THE Andrew Bello @TheAndrewBello for a new episode of WLR! Brace yourselves as they’re about to tantalize your earholes! This week, the boys delve into various topics including the hate for the “American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes and the love for “The Game” Triple H! This topics and so much more!
SIDE NOTE: Remember that the Wednesday Locker Room for sexy people only!
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2025-02-191h 02Hamin Media GroupWLR (Wednesday Locker Room) February 12, 2025NOTE: The Wednesday Locker Room is back with the sexy!
Billy Ray Valentine @Obi1unome is back along with the main event, “Strangler” Steve King @StranglerSteve_ and THE Andrew Bello @TheAndrewBello for a new episode of WLR! Brace yourselves as they’re about to tantalize your earholes! This week, the boys delve into various topics including the booking of this upcoming WrestleMania 41 card, Jay Uso vs Gunther and much more!
SIDE NOTE: Remember that the Wednesday Locker Room for sexy people only!
Follow the #WLR boys here on the X…
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2025-02-121h 02
WLR NewsWLR join Waterford Marine Search and Rescue on patrolHundreds of lives have been saved by a suicide prevention charity based in Waterford. Waterford Marine Search and Rescue has been operating for nearly fifteen years, conducting patrols of Waterford City's quays on a weekly basis. WLR's Kyle Butler joined the crew recently on a patrol of the River Suir.
2025-02-0612 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisGeoff hears from organisers at the launch of Spraoi's Faoin SpéirOn Thursday last the Mayor Councillor Joe Kelly launched Waterford Faoin Speir. This is an Arts Council programme to create artworks in outdoor settings so audiences can access them in COVID-19 times.The event is happening thanks to Spraoi, Garter Lane Arts Centre, The Arts Council, Waterford Council and ourselves at WLR. Geoff Harris spoke to the folks involved on this week's Fringe programme.
2021-08-1824 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaSinead Cunningham gives out easy salad recipes for the sunny weatherOnce the sun comes out in our Irish summer, the desire to cook a hot meal goes out the window. Sinead Cunningham is WLR's unofficial resident chef and was tasked by Ollie and Mary to give out a few salad recipes.
2021-06-2905 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaHistorian Julian Walton chats to Ollie and Mary on his 80th birthdayJulian was born "On this Day" in 1941, and he chats to Ollie and Mary about his old slot on WLR of the same name, as well as about how his love of history started.
2021-02-0909 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisThe Imagine Arts Festival is calling on your artists to get involvedThis years festival will run in accordance with guidelines from October 16th to 25th. As part of it, young artists are invited to submit work for an exhibition. Festival Manager Nora Boland had more details "On the Fringe."
2020-09-1109 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisMichael Quinlan has a 60 year unbroken run at City of Waterford BrassMichael was joined in studio by his daughter Julie, a musician in her own right, who conducts City of Waterford Brass. He discussed the highs and lows of the past six decades of the band.
2020-09-1116 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisSíle Penkert and Sandra Kelly discuss the 'i' exhibition at Garter Lane.It explores the issues of gender and sexuality and runs at Garter Lane Arts Centre until October. 'i' was curated by Sandra Kelly. Director of Garter Lane Síle Penkert also joined the conversation.
2020-09-1109 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisAndrew Holden discusses the arts and moviesLocal man Andrew has been involved in the arts in Waterford for decades. He describes the last few months, where, like many others, all jobs suddenly ceased because of lockdown. He also looks ahead to new movie releases
2020-08-2612 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisPerforming artists puts a call-out to Waterford peopleLimerick based Sarah Cahill is a spoken word artist and playwright who has received funding to document the experiences of people during lockdown. She talks to Mary about #ShareYourStory
2020-08-2605 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisComedian and author Colm O'Regan performs at Theatre Royal on August 28thAuthor of six best-selling books including Ann Devine, Bolloxology and the Books of the Irish Mammy, Colm will bring his stand up show to Theatre Royal on August 28th. Ahead of that, he chatted to Mary "On the Fringe."
2020-08-2618 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisEamonn McEneaney discusses a TripAdvisor Award for Waterford Treasures.The accolade was given by the online reviewer recently, for the Medieval Museum and The Bishops Palace. Director of Waterford Treasures Eamonn McEneaney tells Mary "On the Fringe" that it's invaluable recognition.
2020-08-1912 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisA series of videos and a Q&A about Newfoundland form part of Heritage Week in WaterfordWaterford Libraries has invited Dr. Maxine Keoghan to illuminate the joint histories and connections between Waterford, Ireland and Newfoundland, Canada in five short videos which have been showing for Heritage Week 2020. There is also a Q&A via Zoom on Friday August 21st. Maxine chatted to Mary "On the Fringe."
2020-08-1912 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisIllustrator Fatti Burke has teamed up with the HSE for a Covid safety campaignDunmore East native Fatti has been illustrating books since 2015, often in collaboration with her father John. She's recently teamed up with the HSE to produce a series of posters encouraging people to socially distance and wear masks.
2020-08-1211 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisPaddy Slattery discusses 'Broken Law' which he wrote and directed.Currently on limited in release in cinemas nationwide (including at Dungarvan SGC,) 'Broken Law' tells the story of two brothers, who are poles apart, but brought together in an expected way that leads to a moral dilemma for one of them.
2020-08-1213 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisWIT lecturer Dr Fiona Ennis is shortlisted for a prestigious writers' awardThe overall winner of the 2020 Bristol Short Story Prize will announced in October 2020. The shortlisted stories will be published in an anthology by Tangent Books. Fiona, a previous winner of the Molly Keane Creative Writing award, joined Mary in studio.
2020-08-1214 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisWaterford artist Lisa Keane discusses commissions during lockdown, and upcoming eventsThe focus of a lot of Lisa's work is depictions of Waterford City and surrounding areas. As well as producing calendars, Lisa has worked on a number of commissions and she has an upcoming exhibition at The Coastguard Cultural Centre in Tramore. She spoke to Mary in studio.
2020-08-0507 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisActor and Comedian Norma Sheahan is bringing 'Heal your Hole' to Theatre Royal.Norma is a familiar face from many TV shows including "Can't Cope Won't Cope," "Damo and Ivor" and "Moone Boy." She's now out on her own, doing a podcast series and stand up show entitled 'Heal your Hole,' which comes to Theatre Royal on August 14th. Norma joined Mary in studio, "On the Fringe."
2020-08-0513 min
On The Fringe with Geoff Harriskeith Daniels discusses his new venture Phoenix Yard MarketThe market at 39 O'Connell Street in Waterford City features food traders, makers of arts and crafts, and plenty more besides, as Keith outlined to Mary "On the Fringe."
2020-08-0507 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisMaeve Butler of Waterford Healing Arts Trust says they've received good news on fundingThe organisation on the grounds of University Hospital Waterford has received funding from Creative Ireland to support its arts programmes for older people, as part of a government initiative. Assistant Director of Waterford Healing Arts Trust Maeve Butler chatted to Mary "On the Fringe."
2020-08-0512 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisThe Heritage Council is running a Lego competition for childrenThe Heritage Council is calling on children across the country to put their imagination to good use this summer by using Lego bricks to recreate their favourite example of Irish built, natural or cultural heritage. Wildlife Officer Lorcan Scott spoke to Mary "On the Fringe".
2020-07-2207 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisJournalist Michael Foley discusses the updated edition of 'The Bloodied Field'First published in 2014, this is the story of Bloody Sunday and the shootings in Croke Park that killed 14 people on November 21st 1920. Michael Foley retells in vivid details the humans stories behind this terrible event. The new edition marks the centenary of Bloody Sunday and contains additional material. Michael chatted to Mary "On the Fringe."
2020-07-2220 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisTheatre Royal manager Mary Boland discusses plans to reopen.It's been a long few months for people working in the arts with all theatre houses and other venues shut. Plans are afoot to reopen places in August, under strict new measures. One such place is Theatre Royal and manager Mary Boland chatted to Mary
2020-07-2210 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisOwner of Movies at Dungarvan Graham Spurling discusses the scheduleThe SGC Dungarvan is now re-open and while there are little or no new cinema releases at present, there are plenty of films on the line up to keep people entertained. Graham chatted to Mary about the summer plans for the venue.
2020-07-1611 min
On The Fringe with Geoff HarrisSpraoi Time 2020 is coming to Waterford City in September.For the first time in its 26 year history, there will be no Spraoi parade the August Bank Holiday weekend. Instead, an altered version of the festival will take place in September. Artistic Director Mike Leahy told Mary all about Spraoi Time 2020.
2020-07-1612 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the Semi- Lunar Tower at the rear of Stephen Street Boys school and the Beach Tower in Jenkin’s Lane.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the Semi- Lunar Tower at the rear of Stephen Street Boys school and the Beach Tower in Jenkin’s Lane.
2020-06-1203 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the French Tower at the top of Castle Street.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the French Tower at the top of Castle Street and Brown’s Lane.
2020-06-1103 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses The Double Tower in Waterford city.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the Double Tower in Castle Street built to give access to the Benedictine Church of St. Johns, the ruins of which are in the small park just off the Manor.
2020-06-1003 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the Watch Tower in Railway Square.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the very interesting history of the Watch Tower in Railway Square,built to protect John’s Bridge.
2020-06-0904 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses Reginald's Tower.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the very interesting history of Reginald's Tower.
2020-06-0806 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses The Siege of Waterford in August 1170.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Maria all about The Siege of Waterford in August 1170 – a momentous event in Irish history.
2020-06-0506 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the the dredger Port Lairge – keeping the shipping lanes clearIn his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Maria all about the dredger Port Lairge – keeping the shipping lanes clear.
2020-06-0405 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the Malcomson Family,owners of the Neptune Ship Yard.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie all about the Malcomson Family,owners of the Neptune Ship Yard,Park Road,Waterford and the Portlaw Cotton Mills.
2020-06-0305 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses a famous 18th century Waterford silversmith.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie all about a famous 18th century Waterford silversmith,Terrapin and silver snuff box.
2020-06-0206 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses Waterford native Brendan Boyer and the Royal Showband.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie all about the Legend that is Brendan Boyer and the Royal Showband.
2020-06-0105 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses Waterford man John Hearne,author of the 1937 Constitution.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Waterford man John Hearne author of the 1937 Constitution and Ireland’s first ambassador to the United States.
2020-05-2904 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the Roberts family a Waterford family of extra-ordinarily gifted artists.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the Roberts family a Waterford family of extra-ordinarily gifted artists.
2020-05-2804 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the first Bridge over the River Suir at Waterford.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about "Timbertoes" The first Bridge over the River Suir at Waterford – ‘it was a lucky ha’penny that brought him over the bridge’ – old Waterford saying.
2020-05-2705 min
GAA on Balls.ie15 for 30 - The Waterford Team Of The Last 30 Years With WLR's Kieran O'Connor15 for 30 is a new series on Balls.ie where we want your votes for crown the best teams from each counties in the 30 years since 1990. Each poll will be accompanied by a podcast.
We started last week with the Donegal footballers, and this week, it's the turn of hurling, and the county of Waterford. We speak with the voice of Waterford hurling, WLR commentator Kieran O'Connor to get his Waterford 15 for 30 and discuss some of the key matchups for voters to decide on.
You can vote for your Waterford 15 for 30 now at Balls.ie here...
2020-05-2658 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses John Redmond and Ballybricken.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about John Redmond and Ballybricken a man who many thought was destined to become Ireland’s first Prime Minister/ Taoiseach.
2020-05-2603 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses Ballybricken Jail.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Ballybricken Jail – a part of Waterford associated with law and order for four centuries.
2020-05-2505 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the idea of Pilgrimage as the medieval idea of a holiday!In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Pilgrimage the medieval idea of a holiday!and two very unusual 13th century pilgrim badges showing how well travelled the people of medieval Waterford were.
2020-05-2203 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses 750 year old amber prayer beads that tell us how people in Waterford prayed in the middle ages.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about 750 year old amber prayer beads that tell us how people in Waterford prayed in the middle ages, and how prosperous merchants imported luxury prayer beads to help them count the prayers they recited.
2020-05-2105 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the earliest drawing of Waterford dating to 1591.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the earliest drawing of Waterford dated to 1591 showing Mrs Sherlock’s Abbey and the stone walls and towers of the town defences from Reginald’s Tower to the Watch Tower at John’s Bridge/ Railway Square.
2020-05-2003 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the Wine Trade and the Waterford Dominican monk who was a European wine expert.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the Bell from the Dominican Priory,the Wine Trade and the Waterford Dominican monk who was a European wine expert in the 13th century a time when Waterford was the wine capital of Ireland.
2020-05-1905 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses the experiment in 1782 to build a new town for Swiss clock and watch makers near Passage East in Waterford.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the experiment in 1782 to build a new town for Swiss clock and watch makers near Passage East in Waterford.New Geneva Barracks was identified as the proposed site for a planned colony for artisan and intellectual Genevan settlers, who had become refugees following a failed rebellion against a French and Swiss government in the city.Ireland had been granted a parliament separate from London in 1782 and it was thought that the creation of the colony would stimulate new economic trade with the...
2020-05-1804 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn discusses Sampson Twogood Roch,an incredible painter of miniatures.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Sampson Twogood Roch (1757–1847) an Irish painter of miniatures. The son of William and Mary Roch of Youghal, in County Cork, he was born deaf. It is unknown with whom he studied; he may have been self-taught. By 1779 he had established himself in Dublin, and in the years following is known to have worked in England. Beginning in 1786 he lived in Cork; while there he married a distant cousin. In 1792 the couple moved to Bath, where his practice flourished. Roch returned to the fa...
2020-05-1504 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about the tragic sinking of the SS Formby and her sister ship the SS Coningbeg.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the sinking of the SS Formby on the 15th December 1917 and her sister ship the SS Coningbeg on the 17th December 1917 by the same German U-Boat,U-62, captained by Ernst Hashegen, both were trading between Liverpool and Waterford with general cargo.
2020-05-1305 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about some very fine mirrors and their amazing personal history.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about some very fine mirrors,and their amazing personal history.Wall-hung mirrors allowed the occupiers of the great houses to magnify the amount of natural light in a room, catching and reflecting the light while the gilt frames that supported the mirrors added to the reflective quality. At night, mirrors really came into their own, helping to transform an otherwise darkened room into a warmly-lit, elegant and intimate space.Mirrors became the windows of the night, set above the chimney...
2020-05-1207 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about a statue of St Stephen from the Leper Hospital Waterford.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about a statue of St Stephen from the Leper Hospital Waterford.Leprosy was one of the most virulent diseases of the Middle Ages causing permanent damage to the skin, limbs and eyes. Lepers were shunned and even those suspected of suffering from leprosy were segregated, even in church. Many churches had special chambers reserved for lepers with a small opening known as the leper’s squint through which they could hear Mass without mixing with the rest of the congregation.Many medieval ci...
2020-05-1105 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about a silver hotwater urn and its connection to Robert Emmet.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the connection between a silver hotwater urn and its connection to Robert Emmet.Irish Republican,and Irish nationalist patriot, orator and rebel leader.After leading an abortive rebellion against British rule in 1803 he was captured then tried and executed for high treason against the British king George III of Great Britain and Ireland.
2020-05-0805 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about the connection between a snuff box and the Crimean war.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the connection between a snuff box and the Crimean war.
2020-05-0603 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about The family firm of A.H. Poole who operated as commercial photographers in Waterford during the years 1884-1954.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the family firm of A.H. Poole operated as commercial photographers in Waterford during the years 1884-1954. This large collection of glass plates contains studio portraits of people from Waterford and reflects the social and economic life of the city.The original order books have been microfilmed and act as an index to the original collection. Catalogue entries for over 70,000 glass plate negatives are available on the National Library's Online Catalogue,some with images attached. The collection is also searchable...
2020-05-0506 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about a tablecloth dating from the early 19th century which doubled as an autograph book.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about a tablecloth dating from the early 19th century which doubled as an autograph book.
2020-05-0104 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about a painting by Samuel Fredrick Brocas and in particular a Waterford scene he painted circa 1812.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about a painting by Samuel Fredrick Brocas and in particular a Waterford scene he painted circa 1812.An amazing story is told within.
2020-04-3004 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about William Vincent Wallace.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Irish composer and musician William Vincent Wallace, who was born in Colbeck Street,Waterford.
2020-04-2903 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about Laetitia Bonaparte Wyse wife of Thomas Wyse of Waterford.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Waterford's connection with Laetitia Bonaparte Wyse wife of Thomas Wyse of Waterford.
2020-04-2805 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney talks about Waterford's connection with the early tea trade of the 17th and 18th century.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Waterford's connection with the early tea trade of the 17th and 18th century.The 18thcentury trade in armorial porcelain was a by-product of the trade in tea from China, a beverage that became very fashionable after 1660 when Catherine of Braganza wife of King Charles II popularised the drink among the ruling class in both England and Ireland. Tea was a luxury, expensive item so the early porcelain tea cups were extraordinarily small. The early tea cups were without handles in the Chinese...
2020-04-2705 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney discusses a rare collection of statues of the Virgin Mary and Child dating from the 12th century.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about a rare collection of statues of the Virgin Mary and Child dating from the 12th century.The most important collection of medieval statues to survive in Ireland today is on display at the Medieval Museum in Waterford. These statues were originally commissioned for the many churches in the city.
2020-04-2405 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney discusses the Great Liberator Daniel O' Connell.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about the Great Liberator Daniel O' Connell and his strong Waterford connections.He helped Catholics to win the right to become Members of Parliament. He also wanted Ireland to have its own parliament. He became known as the “Liberator” because he looked for rights for Irish people. He arranged huge gatherings of people known as “monster meetings” where thousands of people would attend to hear him speak some of which took place in Waterford.
2020-04-2306 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney discusses Mrs Wiseman mother of Cardinal Wiseman.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about Mrs Wiseman mother of Cardinal Wiseman.Bishop Wiseman was appointed Cardinal and first Archbishop of Westminster upon the reestablishment of the Catholic hierarchy in England and Wales in 1850. His appointment wasnot greeted by universal acceptance. There was strong opposition from both the clergy andlaity of the old school especially to his “Romanizing” initiatives which included theintroduction of religious images into churches and the veneration to the Blessed Virgin.Cardinal Wiseman worked to overcome this opposition by s...
2020-04-2204 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney discusses Bishop Este.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about a portrait of Bishop Este Posing in his sumptuous Irish House of Lords robes is an oil-on-canvas portrait of Charles Este (1696-1745), London-born and Oxford-educated, Anglican Bishop of Waterford and Lismore.
2020-04-2105 minThe Big Breakfast BlaaEamonn McEneaney discusses two famous paintings of the Wyse family.In his daily history slot on WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa,Eamonn McEneaney tells Ollie and Mary all about two famous paintings of the Wyse family.These paintings show a prosperous Catholic family in the elegant setting of their 18th century home, Newtown House, built by John Wyse.The room is decorated in the French style, influenced by the fact that at this time, wealthy Catholic families such as the Wyses sent their children to be educated in Catholic France.For 700 years the Wyse family has been associated with Waterford city. Incredibly they managed to keep their estates and...
2020-04-2005 min
The Big Breakfast Blaa"Young People in Ireland Today" was made by transition year students for WLRThe 13 TY students from different schools in Waterford and beyond were part of the Learning Waves "TY Media Week" programme. This is the programme they made under the guidance of various tutors in WLR,
2019-10-2944 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaHudson Taylor joined Ollie and Mary in studioThe duo, who recently played Project in Waterford, have plenty of upcoming dates in the South East. They also did a fabulous rendition of their new single "Back to You," plus a George Ezra cover, when they were visiting WLR.
2019-10-0115 min
On The Fringe with Geoff Harris"Another Brick in the Hall" - Mount Sion School and its impact on the artsThis documentary was researched, produced and narrated by Gayle Corrigan and WLR's Mary O'Neill. It aired "On the Fringe" on Tuesday September 24th. "Another Brick in the Hall" features voices and music, past and present of just some of the teachers and pupils of Mount Sion School who have impacted on the arts on a global level. It was funded by The Broadcast Authority of Ireland
2019-09-2544 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaNichola Beresford, Liz Reddy and Timmy Ryan look back fondly as WLR turns 30WLR officially started broadcasting on September 9th, 1989, and while technology has changed a lot, local radio is still as loved as ever. Former Big Breakfast Blaa presenters Timmy, Nichola and Liz Reddy joined Ollie and Mary in studio for WLR's 30th celebrations.
2019-09-0919 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaAoibhín Fallon and Karen Tomkins reminisce about WLR over 30 yearsBoth Aoibhín and Karen presented The Big Breakfast Blaa at various times over the years and they had fun in studio with Ollie and Mary, on the 30th birthday of WLR, September 19th 2019.
2019-09-0908 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaOllie and Yvonne talk to Mary Foley of Ardkeen Library about Gadgets of Yesteryear.Heritage Week 2019 runs from 17 – 25 August 2019. National Heritage Week celebrates all things heritage related. It brings together communities and cultural institutions, academics and enthusiasts, to build awareness about the value of heritage and support its conservation.Waterford Libraries are celebrating Heritage Week 2019 with a series of events throughout the City and County.Bernard O’Connell was a former employee of the E.SB. and gave a very interesting talk recently in Ardkeen Library on the subject of Rural Electrification which he also backed up with a very fine display of items from that era.It is well worth checking out...
2019-08-2205 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaBrendan Halligan of Children's Group Link talks about 40 years of the organisation in WaterfordBrendan joined Geoff and Mary to chat about the charity which has been helping children in The Deise for four decades, as well as being a huge part of the arts and entertainment scene locally. There's a gala event planned at Children's Group Link's premises on September 7th, and WLR will be there. Brendan had the details.
2019-07-3008 min
The Big Breakfast BlaaZoe Staunton of WLR's "The Green Scene" was at Neil Young and Bob Dylan in Nowlan ParkTo say both these artists are legends of rock 'n' roll certainly wouldn't be an overstatement - the veteran musicians did a double header in London's Hyde Park Friday July 12th, and again in Kilkenny two days later. Zoe Staunton was there and spoke to us on "The Big Breakfast Blaa" this morning.
2019-07-1505 min
WLRShane Dunphy, Waterford Camogie Coach - Lár Na Páirce Fri. June 28thShane Dunphy, Waterford Camogie Coach - Lár Na Páirce Fri. June 28th by WLR
2019-06-2810 min
WLRJohn Mullane on weekend's Provincial hurling Finals - Lár Na Páirce Friday June 28thJohn Mullane on weekend's Provincial hurling Finals - Lár Na Páirce Friday June 28th by WLR
2019-06-2814 min
WLRFintan Walsh On Passage Hurling Club Fundraiser, Lár Na Páirce Fri. June 28thFintan Walsh On Passage Hurling Club Fundraiser, Lár Na Páirce Fri. June 28th by WLR
2019-06-2804 min
WLRJamie Beamish tells Geoff about Cat (the play)Jamie Beamish tells Geoff about Cat (the play) by WLR
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WLRCiaron Goss And Annie Kinsella talk about their new singleCiaron Goss And Annie Kinsella talk about their new single by WLR
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WLRAbhaile - Dedicated Mortgage Arrears Adviser Louise O'Brien on Déise Today 250619Abhaile - Dedicated Mortgage Arrears Adviser Louise O'Brien on Déise Today 250619 by WLR
2019-06-2506 min