98FM

98FM is a community radio station based in Dublin, Ireland, managed by Bauer Media Audio Ireland and licensed by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland. The station transmits on the FM frequency of 98.1 MHz. Its broadcast antenna is situated on Three Rock Mountain in County Dublin, operating at a power of 5 kW, allowing it to reach audiences in Dublin and nearby counties. Additionally, 98FM has a relay station in north County Dublin that broadcasts on 97.4 MHz. Since 2022, 98FM has been promoted with the tagline "Dublin's Good Times."

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'Incredible Atmosphere' as Thousands Take To Streets For VHI Women's Mini Marathon

5 days ago | 98fm.com | Katie Gallagher

Runners and walkers of all ages have made it across the finish line at the Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon. Over 28,000 people took to the 10 kilometre course this year, raising funds for good causes. €2 million and counting has been raised on iDonate, the event’s official fundraising partner.
Garda recovering after being hit by an e-bike

5 days ago | 98fm.com | Katie Gallagher

A Garda is recovering after being hit by an e-bike. He was treated in hospital after a hit-and-run in Blanchardstown on Friday afternoon - and has since been discharged. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which happened at Porterstown Park, after Gardaí responded to reports of a disturbance. They want to speak to the male driver and passenger of the e-bike, who failed to remain at the scene.
Motorcyclist Injured In Crash That Killed Garda Dies

5 days ago | 98fm.com | Katie Gallagher

Gardaí say the motorcyclist, injured in the crash that killed a garda last month, has died. The man in his 30s was rushed to hospital in a serious condition following the crash in Swords in Dublin on Sunday the 11th of May. He died from his injuries yesterday evening. Kevin Flatley, who was killed while carrying out speed checkpoint at the time, became the 90th garda to die in the line duty. Gardaí say Family Liaison Officers are providing support to both families involved.
McGovern Remanded In Custody After Extradition From Dubai

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Emma Tyrrell

Sean McGovern, a man suspected of being one of the leaders of the Kinahan Organised Crime Group, spent last night in prison after his extradition from Dubai. The 39-year-old, formerly of Kildare Road, Crumlin, Dublin, was brought back to Ireland on a military aircraft to face a murder charge. He was arrested in Dubai last October and extradited back to Ireland yesterday, arriving at Casement Aerodrome in Dublin on an Irish Air Corps Airbus at about 6.30pm.
Man Accused Of Injuring Garda Refused Bail

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Laura Donnelly

A father of two accused of injuring a garda by knocking him down with a "high-powered" motorcycle in Dublin has been denied bail. 24 year old Christopher Reynolds, of Heatly Place, Malahide Road, Dublin 17, was arrested after the officer suffered a leg injury in Finglas at around 5.45pm yesterday. Christopher Reynolds appeared at Blanchardstown District Court today charged with assault causing harm, using a stolen vehicle, cocaine possession and having a screwdriver for use in a theft.
Senior Kinahan Gang Member Extradited From UAE To Ireland

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Emma Tyrrell

A senior member of the Kinahan gang is on his way back to Ireland after being extradited from Dubai. Sean McGovern has been described as one of Ireland's most wanted fugitives by Interpol. In an historic move, the 39 year-old has become the first person to be extradited from the United Arab Emirates to Ireland.
€70 billion Investment Needed In Dublin's Infrastructure By 2040

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Emma Tyrrell

Dublin will need €70 billion invested in the likes of housing, transport and climate risk over the next 15 years. That's according to KPMG, which has surveyed hundreds of businesses to evaluate the city as a place to live, work and do business. The company's Dublin 2040 report has infrastructure, including affordable housing, as the most important area for improvement in the capital, at 24 per cent. 60 per cent of businesses cited housing as the biggest challenge.
Five People In Hospital Following City Centre Crash

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Laura Donnelly

A number of people have been hospitalised after a crash between a bus and an ambulance in the city centre. The route in the north inner city remains blocked. This crash, involving an ambulance and a double decker Dublin bus, happened on Dorset Street at around 9.30 this morning. Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene and say five people have been taken to the Mater Hospital. However their injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
4 Children Among 27 Hospitalised In Liverpool Car Ramming

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Emma Tyrrell

Dozens of people have been hospitalised after a car hit crowds in Liverpool during the football club's premier league victory parade. It happened in the city centre yesterday evening. An open-top bus, with players showing off their trophy to tens of thousands of fans, had passed through Water Street just 20 minutes beforehand. Four children are among 27 people who were taken to hospital while 20 people were treated at the scene. Our thoughts are with the people of Liverpool this evening.
Two Teens Jailed For Murder Of Tristan Sherry

1 week ago | 98fm.com | Laura Donnelly

Two Dublin teenagers have been jailed for nine years for the murder of Tristan Sherry, who was attacked after shooting a man in a restaurant in Blanchardstown. David Amah, of Hazel Grove, Portrane Road, Donabate; and another teenager, who can't be named because of his age at the time, were sentenced today. Jason Hennessy Snr was having a Christmas night out with family and friends in Browne’s Steakhouse in Blanchardstown when two gunmen entered and opened fire.