Pat speaks to MAJELLA WARD about a new yoga studio opening in Swords. She talks about the yoga that is already taking place in the area, how yoga can be for anyone of any age, the different styles of yoga and its benefits. She also talks about the importance of diet in yoga and the whereabouts of…
Noel McGuinness talks to musician COLM QUERNEY about Ukelele Workshops in axis Ballymun. The ‘Uke’ is becoming popular again, after a 60 year hiatus. It’s easy to learn and cheap to buy. It’s also a great way to meet new people and make new friends while have a fun time…
Noel Mc Guinness speaks to STEFANIE PRESSNER who is screenwriter, playright and actor about her play ‘User not found’ , which is taking place in the Axix theatre in Ballymun. It’s a play about the relationship people have with social media & their phones. Stefanie also talks about her last sell out play called ‘…
Mark speaks to several people live from Multicultural Week at Mercy College, Coolock. Mark firstly speaks to ROSEMARY LYNCH, principal of Mercy College. She talks about the details and history of the event in the school, how important the event is and why it’s important for everyone to appreciate each other’s culture. Mark then speaks…
Festival of Curiosity organizer VINCENT MCCARTHY joins Noel McGuinness to talk about the festival in 2013. Vincent talks about how the festival was originally a science and culture festival in 2012, its objective to encourage people to explore how the world around them works, what improvements they have made for this year’s festival, the speakers that will involved in…
Noel McGuinness talks to PATRICK FINNEGAN about this current issue of The North County Leader. Clare Daly gave an exclusive interview about her connection with Mick Wallace and its portrayal in the media. She said it was of great value to her to be linked to Wallace, but that she would never put any individual…
Conor Doyle talks to GEMMA CARR– Fingal County Council’s Senior Executive Parks Superintendent about Tree Planting Ceremony “Seven Trees for the Seven Signatories” in Malahide Castle. The National Trees Council of Ireland is gifting seven Oak trees to each winner of the Tidy Towns since the competition began in 1958. Malahide was the overall winner…
FIONN SCOTSCHECK talks to Noel McGuinness about the Irish Blue Cross’s annual Bark in the Park™ sponsored dog walks in St. Anne’s Park in Raheny to raise vital funds for sick and needy pets. The Irish Blue Cross can guarantee entertainment and fun for all the family, both 2-legged and 4-legged. After the walk, participants…
GEORGE HIGGS, Composer, speaks to Noel McGuinness about the process of creating sounds and music using “Lost and Found” objects. They begin by speaking of a concert taking place at the Hugh Lane where George will perform his music using these “Found” objects, such as bicycle pumps, pipes and many vibrating instruments. Some of the…
Conor Doyle is talking to LOUISE O’REILLY from Sinn Fein for Dublin Fingal about the General Election. Louise is a full time Trade Union Organiser and a lifelong union activist. She is a member of the ICTU Public Services Committee and has extensive experience negotiating on behalf of workers in both the public and private…
Fiona Murdoch, Communications Officer for Irish Girl Guides talks to KATE MULCAHY, AINE CAFFREY and LOUISE O’REILLY about climate change. They talk about why it’s important to fight against climate change, their suggestions to the Environment Minister, why it’s important to carry on the message about the climate change issues and their hopes for an…
EMMA NOLAN, Organiser of the Maternity and Infant Awards joins Yvette Reid in studio to discuss recently released statistics that suggest some 80% of parents are concerned about the quality of care in creches. Emma says parents paying up to €1200 per month for creche care and many of them feel that too much time…
Pat Meehan talks to BARRY KENNERK about his new book, which is on the history of Moore Street entitled ‘Moore Street: The Story of Dublin’s Market District’. The book charts the history of Moore Street and the open fruit, vegetable and fish markets that made Moore Street famous. Pat and Barry also discuss the present day…
DAIRE HICKEY of the Dublin Web Summit 2012 joins Eoin Drinan to discuss the upcoming festival. They begin by discussing what is taking place at this years summit, which aims to create networking opportunities for start ups and tech firms based around the world. At this years event there will be talks with Michael acton…
Noel McGuinness talks to RO BYRNE, lead guitarist with Lir, the band which is only now celebrating release from an onerous contract obligation that has dragged on for years. Ro says it is hard for young bands who only think about rock and roll to keep an eye on the business end of things. However,…
FLAVIA GORETTA, a NearFM reporter, attended the housing protests in Dublin in order to get the views of the people taking part. There’s a lot of passion and a ...
06 Oct 2015
PAT GUERIN has GRACE WILENTZ, Intercultural Dialogue through Community Media Coordinator at Near Media Co-op, to talk on updates of “Culture Shots” programme and the Intercultural Projects, as well as ...
19 Sep 2011
East Wall was honoured that they are the winners of the national Pride Of Place competition 2012. It was an important recognition of the great community they share, and ...
13 Nov 2012
Ger interviews senator DAVID CULLINANE from Sinn Fein, who critizises the senior management of Irish Water, their salaries and pension arrangements. He talks about the case of former county ...
06 Feb 2014
NOELLE CAMPBELL SHARP joins Barbara Jennings to tell her about the “Art 250 exhibition” in Waterville, Co Kerry, where there will be a “Buy with your Eye” art event ...
17 Jul 2012