East Coast FM
East Coast FM, which has previously operated under the names BLB, Horizon FM, and East Coast Radio, is a local radio station in Ireland. It broadcasts from Bray, which is located in County Wicklow, and it does so under a sound broadcasting license granted by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland.
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1 week ago |
eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh
The Department of Housing figures show it's an 11% increase on a year ago. The data shows there's 4,775 children growing up in B&Bs and Hotels around Ireland. The total numbers accessing emergency accommodation increased between March and April by more than 160. The homeless issue is most acute in Dublin where there are 11,211 people registered as homeless including 3,559 children.
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1 week ago |
eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh
Customers should start to see water supply returning by 4pm this evening, however, it may take longer for normal supply to be restored to customers at the end of the network or on higher ground as the system recharges. Vulnerable customers who have registered with Uisce Éireann receive direct communications from us for planned and unplanned outages lasting more than four hours. Uisce Éireann has a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues.
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1 week ago |
eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh
Speaking after submitting a parliamentary question to Minister for Education Helen McEntee and receiving what she described as a “deeply inadequate response,” Cllr Lourda Scott said:“The Department’s repeated assurances that every child will have a school place ring hollow when we are now at the end of May. I flagged this exact issue this time last year and specifically warned of impending issues and a contingency plan to be put in place for 2025.
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1 week ago |
eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh
This investment of nearly €2 million will support both primary and special education schools in Wicklow. The funding will be distributed across two essential areas: €800,000 for minor building works and over €1 million to enhance ICT resources. In a statement Tánaiste Simon Harris said, “These two funding streams will make a tangible difference in the delivery of education across Wicklow.
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1 week ago |
eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh
The Rathdrum Town Team unites local stakeholders, business owners, community groups, and public representatives who share a vision of promoting sustainable growth and well-being in Rathdrum. The team will focus on strategic actions to support local businesses, improve public spaces and elevate Rathdrum’s profile as a vibrant destination for both residents and visitors. The formation evening for the team saw strong local support, with Cathaoirleach of Arklow Municipal District Cllr.
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