WLR FM

WLR FM, also known as WLR (Waterford Local Radio), serves the community of Waterford City and County in Ireland. Recognized as Ireland's Local Station of the Year for four consecutive years—2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022—WLR has established a strong presence. Besides its primary coverage area, the station is also popular in South County Kilkenny and East County Cork. Since receiving its license from the Broadcasting Commission of Ireland in 1989, WLR transitioned from its earlier days as a pirate radio station to a fully licensed broadcaster.

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Cork Airport wins best regional airport in Europe

2 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Cork Airport has been named “Best Airport in Europe (under 5 million passengers)” at the ACI EUROPE Best Airport Awards 2025, held in Athens last night. This marks the third time Cork Airport has received the honour, having previously won in 2017 and 2019. The award recognises Cork Airport’s success in areas like operations, sustainability, route development, and passenger growth. So far this year, Cork Airport has seen a 14% increase in passengers, making it Ireland’s fastest-growing airport.
Cllr. Adam Wyse elected as Metropolitan Mayor

2 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Fianna Fáil’s Cllr. Adam Wyse has been elected as the new Mayor of the Metropolitan District of Waterford following a vote at Monday’s council meeting. Cllr. Wyse was elected by 11 votes to 6, defeating Sinn Féin’s Cllr. Joeanne Bailey. He was nominated by the outgoing Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Jason Murphy, while Cllr. Bailey was jointly proposed by Sinn Féin councillors Pat Fitzgerald and Jim Griffin. This marks a return to the mayoral role for Cllr.
Road closures ahead of the WLR Waterford Viking Marathon

2 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Notice is given that Waterford City and County Council will close the following public roads to through traffic on Saturday, 21st June and Sunday, 22nd June 2025, during the times specified below, to facilitate the holding of the Waterford Viking Marathon 2025.
Ireland South MEP questions Waterford Airport in Brussels | WLRFM.com

2 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Ireland South MEP and member of the EU Transport committee, Cynthia Ní Mhurchú, has raised the future of Waterford Airport with top EU officials in Brussels this week. On Monday, Ní Mhurchú raised Waterford Airport in the chamber of the European Parliament, the Hemicycle. She discussed the potential a regional airport, like Waterford Airport, can have in developing cutting-edge drone technology, and in developing new sustainable aviation fuels.
Ann Cusack leads call on ageing well in Waterford

3 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

New insights from Age Friendly Ireland’s network of 30 well-known Ambassadors, including Francis Brennan, Gavin Duffy, Sandy Kelly, Geraldine Plunkett, and Celia Holman Lee, reveal that nearly 80% fear cognitive or mental decline more than any other aspect of ageing. When asked what gives them hope, over half pointed to the growing commitment to an inclusive, supportive society that values older people and supports them to remain active and independent.
EuroMillions Winner comes forward

3 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

The National Lottery has confirmed the EuroMillions Winner has come forward. The holder of the winning ticket for Tuesday night’s draw will be €250 million richer. The ticket was purchased from a retailer in County Cork, the company revealed, with the name of the shop set to be announced tomorrow. No further details will be shared at this time. This win is the largest ever recorded in Ireland and marks the 18th EuroMillions jackpot win in the country since the lottery began in 2004.
A life of service: Cha O’neill marks end of an era in Waterford community work

3 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

More than €40,000 was raised for local causes at this year’s Mayor’s Ball, which took place last month at the Tower Hotel in Waterford, spearheaded by Cha O’neill. The money will be allocated to several organisations, including the West Waterford Rapid Response Vehicle, the Little Sisters of the Poor, Autism Friendly Waterford, and the Waterford Red Cross. A Mayoral cheque handover took place yesterday afternoon in the Mayor's Parlour in City Hall.
Teenage boy dies following Carlow drowning incident

4 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

A teenage boy has died following a Carlow drowning incident after getting into difficulty while swimming in the River Barrow. Emergency services were alerted to a person in distress at 6.30 yesterday evening. The young man was one of three teenagers swimming at Cloghristick when he got into difficulty. A search, involving the fire service, Gardaí, and ambulance service, was launched. The teenage boy was found at 11.30 last night by the Garda Water Unit. For the latest Waterford News
New organ donation law offers ‘second chance at life’ in Ireland

4 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

From this week, all adults in Ireland are now considered organ donors unless they have opted out, under a new organ donation law that came into effect on June 17th. 2024 introduces a “soft opt-out” system, meaning that family members will still be consulted before any donation proceeds. The HSE says the change could save hundreds of lives each year. In 2023, 282 transplants were performed in Ireland, but over 600 people remain on the waiting list.
Royal Ascot winner for Waterford's Henry de Bromhead

4 days ago | wlrfm.com | Jordan Norris

Sport Waterford trainer Henry de Bromhead has tasted success at Royal Ascot this evening. The Ascot Stakes has gone the way of the Knockeen trainer as 20/1 shot Ascending ridden by Billy Lee saw off the Joseph O'Brien-trained Nurburgring in the home straight to land the £110,000 top prize. It's a first ever Royal Ascot winner for de Bromhead. "If they've got the ability, it makes it a lot easier", he told ITV Racing.