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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#922001

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#5776

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Tanaiste Announces Funding For Greystones Playground.

5 days ago | eastcoast.fm | Breffni Clack

Tánaiste Simon Harris has announced that Greystones has been awarded €18,442 in funding under the 2025 Play and Recreation Capital Grant Scheme. Simon Harris said:“This is great news for families in Greystones. “As a father of two young children I know all too well the importance of playground facilities right across our county.“I am continuing to work with the Council to get more playgrounds but it is all the more important we continue to invest in the playgrounds we have already.
Wicklow Couple "Heartbroken" Over Legal Row That Could See Them Losing Their Donkeys

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

Gerry and Sandra Kinsella fostered 'Wags' and 'Trey' from Donkey Sanctuary Ireland 13 years ago, but the relationship has broken down following a dispute over passports and welfare. DSI says it "doesn't recognise" the order of events reported on social media, and says it has no option but to pursue legal proceedings. Sandra says they're devastated it's come to this, and rejects any claims about welfare concerns.
Wicklow TD Condemns €1.45m Spend On Herbert Road Closure Plan Amid Widespread Local Outrage

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

The scheme includes the widely opposed plan to close Herbert Road in Bray. Deputy Brady secured a debate in the Dáil to raise serious concerns about the proposal and was given the €1.45 million figure by the Minister of State in the Department of Transport, Seán Canney, during the exchange.
Echelon Launches New Data Facilities At Site In South Wicklow

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

Speaking in Arklow at the official launch of Echelon Data Centres’ DUB20 and DUB30 facilities, the Taoiseach provided strong support for the data centre sector and the economic value it delivers for Ireland. Mr Martin said:“These two large-scale facilities demonstrate Echelon’s commitment to responsible data centre development.
Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant Opens.

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Breffni Clack

An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, have officially opened the new €139 million Arklow Wastewater Treatment Plant which has ended raw sewage discharge into the Avoca River and supports housing and commercial development opportunities. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had identified Arklow as an area where untreated wastewater was released into the river, a practice that is no longer acceptable.
EPA Report Shows Water Quality At Wicklow Beaches In Good Health

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

A total of 122 bathing waters were rated as “excellent quality”, the highest number since 2014 — when the “excellent” classification was introduced — which is an increase of eight since 2023. Just two bathing waters were classed as “poor”, down from five in 2023. These were Lady’s Bay, Buncrana, and Sandymount Strand, Dublin. As a result, they will have swimming restrictions for this year’s season.
School Kids Need Better Bus Services In County.

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Breffni Clack

A Wicklow councillor is raising the plight of students who are forced to attend school in another town because of the shortage of places yet have no means of public transport to take them there.Councillor Melanie Corrigan is calling for a communal bus service to connect the children in Kilmacanogue with the three schools that they are attending in Greystones.
Wicklow County Council Purchases 21 Acre Site Overlooking Magheramore Beach

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

The land, which offers panoramic views of the beach and the Irish Sea, was previously owned by the Columbian order of sisters before being sold multiple times. Wicklow County Council had previously attempted to secure public ownership of the land for beach access. They were unsuccessful bidders at the initial auction in 2021 and again at the auction held in March 2025.
Tanaiste Signs Joint Statement Calling On Israel To Show Restraint In The War In Gaza

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

Tanaiste Simon Harris has issued a joint-statement with the foreign ministers of Iceland, Luxembourg, Norway, Slovenia and Spain to express their "grave concern" about a further military escalation in Gaza. They're also calling for Israel to lift the blockade on humanitarian aid, which has been in place for more than two months.
Planning Approved For New Community Centre In Coolboy

1 week ago | eastcoast.fm | Hugh O'Farrell Walsh

The newly approved centre will represent a major upgrade for a range of local groups, including the Shillelagh-Coolboy GAA Club, which currently operates without a clubhouse. The plans include space for a multi-use games room, Gym area. Physio room, Meeting room, tuck shop with tea and coffee facilities, changing facilities for the walking track and community events with toilet and shower facilities.