Street Wise Athlone: Recent Episodes
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A 52-part radio series covering history, memories, and activities from streets, estates and areas in and around Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland.
Each episode features a presentation by local historian Gearoid O' Brien, and interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc. Another prominent feature is a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone: Episode 52 – Town Centre
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of the town centre, Leonard and Mags Donaldson speak about some of their memories of the Royal Hoey Hotel, Cllr Frankie Keena tells us how Athlone’s Christmas Market came about, and artist Paul McGahey remembers another popular craft fair in the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasted on weekly on Wednesdays at 2:30pm (01/12/2021-07/12/2022) on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 51 – Church Street
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Church Street, and Cllr Aengus O’ Rourke talks about the changes to Church Street since the one-way system came into place in 2018.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasted on weekly on Wednesdays at 2:30pm (01/12/2021-07/12/2022) on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 50 – Laneways off Church Street
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of some of the laneways off Church Street, and we speak to people on the streets about their memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 49 – Dublin Gate Street
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Dublin Gate Street, and Michael Burke tells us about the tragic death of his grandfather Cllr Michael Burke in Dublin Gate Street in October 1920.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 48 - Mardyke Street
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Mardyke Street, and Erica speaks to passersby about their memories of the area, including a couple of friends who have differing opinions on where “Sweeney’s Corner” was located.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 47 – The Strand
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of The Strand, and Erica speaks to passersby about their memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 46 – Golden Island & Burgess Park
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Golden Island and Burgess Park, Frankie Keena talks about recent and upcoming work in Burgess Park, and Erica speaks to passersby about their memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 44 - St. Mary's Place
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of St. Mary’s Square, and Ray Gillespie shares his memories and thoughts about St. Mary’s Place.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 43 – The Crescent
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of The Crescent and Garden Vale, and Erica speaks to people who remember the area during different decades.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 42 – Grace Park Road
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Grace Park Road, and Erica visits the street to hear from people about the local area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 41 - Irishtown
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Irishtown, Benny Dermody tells us about changes he has seen in instrument trends over the past two decades, and we speak to people on the streets of Irishtown.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 40 - Retreat
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Retreat, and Anna Mitchell tells us some of her memories of growing up in the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 39 – Willow Park
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Willow Park, and Paddy Costello tells us about Willow Park FC and the local community.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 38 – Dublin Road
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of the Dublin Road, and The Paddock Hotel owner Roy Gandy tells us some of his memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 37 – Ballinahown
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Ballinahown, Marie Gunning tells us about her childhood memories of the local school and church, and we visit Ballinahown to speak to some of the people in the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 36 – Garrycastle
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Garrycastle, Frankie Keena tells us his memories of Garrycastle, and we visit the area to ask the people on the streets their thoughts on the changes to Garrycastle in recent years.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Podcast: Street Wise Athlone: Episode 35 – Moydrum
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Moydrum, and Frankie Keena tells us about the work of the residents associations in the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 34 – Glasson
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Glasson and surrounding areas, and we spend a beautiful breezy evening speaking to people on the streets of Glasson.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 33 – Clonmacnoise
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Clonmacnoise, Marie Gunning remembers the pattern festival and the Pope’s visit, and David Cockerham give his thoughts on Clonmacnoise during his visit to Ireland.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Podcast: Street Wise Athlone: Episode 32 – Ballymahon Road
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of the Ballymahon Road and Simmi Ndlovu tells us about her time living in direct provision at Lissywollen's Accommodation Centre, and her journey to obtaining Irish citizenship.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 31 – Cornamagh
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Cornamagh and some of the well known people buried in the local cemetery, Syra Reid talks about her memories of the area and her family’s Cornamagh roots.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 30 - Brawny
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of the Brawny name, Paul Maher talks about Brawny’s Men’s Shed and Pride of Place, and we visit the area to speak to passersby about the local amenities.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 29 - Coosan
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Coosan, Kevin Boxer Moran walks us through some of the amenities added to the area in recent years, and we visit Coosan and speak to some of the local residents.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 28 – Assumption Road
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Assumption Road, Anthony Merrigan remembers the Jolly Mariner back in the day, and Maureen Lee (née Wallace) shares some of her fond childhood memories.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Abbey Road, Noel Lackey remembers some of the events and musicians who played in St. Mary’s Hall from the ‘60s to the ‘80s, and Mick Meade has an interesting idea for Abbey Road.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 26 – Northgate Street
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Northgate Street, Donal Murphy remembers the tastes of his childhood, and Kevin Boxer Moran talks about the pedestrian & cycle bridge which will cross the River Shannon.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 25 – Custume Place
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Custume Place and the surrounding area, Henry Brady and Liam Kelly speak about the local IRA monument, and Michael Twomey remembers the Ritz Cinema.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 24 - Magazine Road
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Magazine Road and surrounding streets, Damien McCallan remembers Pockets pool and snooker club, and we visit the area to hear the memories of the people on the street.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Podcast: Street Wise Athlone: Episode 23 – Grace Road / Elliott Road
Gearoid O' Brien tells us about "the accommodation road" AKA Grace Road, and now partially Elliott Road, Cllr. Aengus O'Rourke speaks about the Elliott sisters at the unveiling of Elliott Road street sign, and we speak to passersby about their thoughts on the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 22 – Iona Park / Talbot Avenue
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history and development of Iona Park & Talbot Avenue, and a local connection to the political turmoil in the Belgian Congo in the 1960s, and we visit the area to hear some of the residents' memories.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Historian Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Hodson Bay, the Hodson family, and a funeral which made history. Mary O'Rourke talks about The Hodson Bay Hotel, and we visit the area and hear from a man who remembers local carnivals.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Podcast: Street Wise Athlone: Episode 20 - Kiltoom
historian Gearoid O' Brien tells us about the history of Kiltoom, Gaye Healy talks about Kiltoom Drama Group, and we visit the area to hear the memories of some of the locals.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Podcast: Street Wise Athlone: Episode 19 - Brideswell
Gearoid O' Brien talks about how Brideswell got its name, its ancient Celtic connections, and the Brideswell Pattern Festival. Gerry Burke talks about the fascinating history of the bathing well, and Ciaran Walsh recalls the old roads he remembers as a child.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 18 - Bellanamullia
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history and folklore research of Edward Egan, as well as some of the history and stories associated with milling. Maura Conway tells us about Bellanamullia’s Pitch and Putt Club and Mary Fitzpatrick reflects on the changes she has seen over the past 40 years living in Bellanamullia.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 17 - Drum
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the preservation of Drum's heritage, Anton Lennon tells us about Drum Heritage Centre and the local sites, artist Jackie Eastwood talks about Drum Art Group, and local resident Bridgie Lennon remembers rambling and the atmosphere when locals gathered in the home for Roscommon sporting events.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 16 - Summerhill
Gearoid O' Brien talks about "The Great Emancipator" Daniel O' Connell's visit to Summerhill, the history of St. Joseph's College, the Maypole dances, and more. Mary McLoughlin remembers her time as a border in Summerhill in the late '60s.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 15 - Monksland
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of the changing and moving Westmeath/Roscommon boundary. Deputy Denis Naughten remembers Westmeath County Council's endeavour to extend its county boundaries into Roscommon and the possibility of Monksland becoming a town in its own right, and we hear from some of the locals in the Monksland area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 14 - Baylough
Gearoid O' Brien gives a history of the area and Mel Rea visits to ask the locals about their memories of Baylough as well as their thoughts on its development in recent years.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 13 - The Batteries.
Gearoid O' Brien talks about the fascinating history of The Batteries, Aisling Daly gives a rundown of the work and activities of the Battery Heights Resource Centre, and we speak to locals about their memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 12 - College Park & Westlodge.
Gearoid O' Brien tells some of the history of the Shamrock Lodge Hotel, St. Aloysius College, McQuaid's bridge, The Meadows, and more. Tim Montgomery talks about Cherith Baptist Church, Kevin Boxer Moran gives a glimpse of his dream for the canal dividing College Park and Westlodge, and we hear people's memories of the area.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 11 - Laneways off Connaught Street
This episode is on the Laneways off Connaught Street. Gearoid O' Brien presents a history of the laneways, Gerry McCallan remembers a pub with a sneaky late-night side entrance back in the day 😉😉, Jason Fallon talks about his memories of growing up in Connaught Gardens, while Mary O' Meara recalls Connaught Gardens before the addition of houses.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, https://athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 10 - Connaught Street
This episode features a history segment with Gearoid O' Brien, interviews with business owners Marie Grenham (Grenham Travel), Alana and Patrick Walsh (Walsh’s Centra), Val Beaumont (Beaumont's pub and off licence), and memories from residents Bridie Woods and Mary O' Meara.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 9 - Pearse Street & Barrack Street.
In this episode, Gearoid O' Brien speaks about the history of Pearse Street and Barrack Street, Edmund Coyle fondly recalls his favourite ice cream shop, and business owners Carrie Cunnane and Aengus O'Rourke give their thoughts and memories of the streets.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 8 - Clonown
In this episode, historian Gearoid O' Brien speaks about his personal attachment to the area, Rita Curley remembers her childhood days in Clonown, and Sharon Shevlin tells the story behind and recites her Ode to Clonown.
Street Wise Athlone broadcasts on Wednesdays at 2:30pm and repeats on Thursdays at 10am on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app: http://tun.in/seJVD
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) with the Television Licence Fee.
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Street Wise Athlone: Episode 7 - Parnell Square
This episode features historian Gearoid O' Brien speaking about Parnell Square, Ball Alley Lane, and Deer Park, while Erica Follows-Smith visits the area, speaking to residents including Bride West (RIP), Paul West, Ursula Cannon, and Brid Cahill.
Street Wise Athlone is a 52-part series of 10 minute programmes, each highlighting a different street, estate, or area around Athlone. The episodes feature a history piece, interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc, and a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Broadcasting Wednesdays at 2:30pm on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app.
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee.
Street Wise Athlone: Episode 6 - O' Connell Street & Surrounding Streets
In this episode, historian Gearoid O' Brien talks about O' Connell Street, Chapel Street, and Goldsmith Terrace. We also hear Mary McLoughlin's childhood memories of St Peters National School Athlone, Jarlath MacNamara talks about Patrick S Gilmore's connection with O' Connell Street, and we hear people's memories and impressions, including a moment with Julie Jitterbug Pearce.
Street Wise Athlone is a 52-part series of 10 minute programmes, each highlighting a different street, estate, or area around Athlone. The episodes feature a history piece, interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc, and a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Broadcasting Wednesdays at 2:30pm on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app.
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee.
Street Wise Athlone: Episode 5 - Left Bank & Bastion Street
In this episode, historian Gearoid O' Brien talks about Fry Place, Bastion Street, and Connolly Street. The Bastion Gallery's Katie McKay speaks about her great-grandfather Michael Kilkelly and Count John McCormack.
Street Wise Athlone is a 52-part series of 10 minute programmes, each highlighting a different street, estate, or area around Athlone. The episode fearure a history piece presented by Gearoid O' Brien, and interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc. Another prominent feature is a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Broadcasting Wednesdays at 2:30pm on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app.
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee.
Street Wise Athlone: Episode 4 - Sr. Bernard Quay
In this episode, Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of the quays, we hear Shivie Moran talking about The Shannon Queen, and Michael O'Brien tells us about recent changes to the area, as well as passersby telling their memories and impressions of the quays.
Street Wise Athlone is a 52-part series of 10 minute programmes, each highlighting a different street, estate, or area around Athlone. The episode fearure a history piece presented by Gearoid O' Brien, and interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc. Another prominent feature is a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Broadcasting Wednesdays at 2:30pm on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app.
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee.
Street Wise Athlone: Episode 3 - Main Street
In this episode, Gearoid O' Brien talks about the history of Main Street, we hear from elite athlete Derek Nugent about TriAthlone, and our very own town crier Anthony Merrigan, as well as passersby telling their memories and impressions of Main Street.
Street Wise Athlone is a 52-part series of 10 minute programmes, each highlighting a different street, estate, or area around Athlone. The episodes feature a history piece presented by Gearoid O' Brien, and interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc. Another prominent feature is a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Broadcasting Wednesdays at 2:30pm on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app.
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee.
Street Wise Athlone: Episode 2 - Market Square
In this episode, Gearoid O' Brien talks about Market Day and the history of Father Matthew Hall, Katriona Gillespie tells us about the Luan Gallery, and Liam Kelly talks about Athlone Castle and Athlone Castle Visitors Centre .
Street Wise Athlone is a 52-part series of 10 minute programmes, each highlighting a different street, estate, or area around Athlone. The episodes feature a history piece presented by Gearoid O' Brien, and interviews with local residents, business owners, politicians, tourists, etc. Another prominent feature is a vox pop recorded on the street where people talk about their memories of the area.
Broadcasting Wednesdays at 2:30pm on Athlone Community Radio 88.4fm, www.athlonecommunityradio.ie/listen-live/ and on the TuneIn Radio app.
Street Wise Athlone is funded by the Broadcasting Authority of Ireland with the Television Licence Fee.
Episode 1 is on Athlone Town and features contributions from historian Gearoid O' Brien, Michael O'Brien, Kevin Boxer Moran, and many people on the streets who tell us their favourite buildings or establishments in Athlone.