Déise Today
Déise Today is Waterford's flagship talk show. If it's happening in Waterford, it's being discussed on Déise Today. If you have a story to share with us, email deisetoday@wlrfm.com. Listen back here.
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The Government Chief Whip and Minister of State Mary Butler has acknowledged the FF party "made a hames" of the Jim Gavin presidency situation.
In a wide-ranging studio interview on 'Deise Today' with Damien Tiernan this morning (Friday), she acknowledged it's resulted in a lot of difficulties for FF and unfortunately has done some damage to its party leader Michael Martin.
In a wide-ranging interview on the programme, the Waterford ...
The mother of an eight-year-old girl who was murdered by her former partner has called for the laws to be changed, so that killers get whole life sentences.
35-year-old Mohammad Al Shaker Al Tamimi, of Lower William Street, New Ross, Co Wexford, was jailed for life after pleading guilty to the murder of his daughter, Malika Noor Al Kattib.
Tamimi was charged with the murder of the child as well as the attempted murder of her mother, ...
The Holy Cross farewell with Bobby & Eileen Bohill bid farewell after over 30 years in the Holy Cros,s they both chatted to Seamus Barry
Last week, a 63-year-old craftworker from Waterford was given a four-month suspended jail sentence and been banned from keeping dogs for life after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to almost 70 dogs she kept in substandard conditions.
Sandra Hennessy, a knitwear and jewellery maker, pleaded guilty to a total of 29 counts animal welfare offences including over 20 counts of causing or permitting unnecessary suffering t...
As 'Storm Bram' descended on Waterford, Deise Today featured a chat with Gabriel Hynes.
Gabriel is Director of Services with Waterford City and Countu Council, dealing with roads, water and the environment.
He spoke to Maria McCann on the preparations ahead of the arrival of the storm - and the efforts the council would be making to minimise the impact.
You can listen back by clicking on the image above...
The Irish Medical Organisation has warned that the flu has hit Ireland "fast and hard" and will add enormous strain to the already stretched public hospital system.
Consultant in Emergency Medicine in Beaumont Hospital in Dublin and a member of the Consultant Committee of the IMO Dr Peadar Gilligan said that flu has come early and is accelerating in terms of the number of cases presenting to GPs and Emergency Departments.
This mornin...
This morning (Thursday) on 'Deise Today', Damien was joined in studio by Tracy McEneaney and Jennie Loughran from Waterford Libraries.
Baffled by the choice of books to buy for Christmas for loved ones, or yourself?!
Tracy and Jennie had lots of tips and suggestions for both young and old!
You can listen back to the chat by clicking on the image above...
Back in June 2023, Olivia Hunt was standing outside a coffee premises in Dunmore East when she was hit by a car and seriously injured.
Mother to a toddler, her first thoughts were for her two-year-old son as she tried to make sense of what had happened, not having seen the car coming towards her.
Olivia suffered multiple fractures and injuries to her pelvis and lower back in particular but was helped at the scene by people who had se...
On Sunday, Nov 16 last, 18-year-old Sammy Hanrahan from Clonard Park was critically injured in a crash between his e-bike and a car on the Cork Road in the city.
Sammy died a few days later — on Friday, Nov 21 — in hospital.
A very popular and well-loved young man, Sammy made an impression on the many people he met in his young life and is sadly missed by his heartbroken family.
From their home, his mother Jane spoke yesterday (Monday...
Helping Hand Waterford, the volunteer-run charity providing food and support to the homeless and vulnerable in Waterford, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.
Founded in 2015 as a small community effort offering soup and sandwiches at Merchant’s Quay, the organisation now operates a full soup kitchen five evenings a week from its base on Mary Street. Each night, volunteers serve between 35 and 50 hot meals, along w...
WATERFORD has one of the highest rates in the country for road fatalities this year,
Speaking on 'Deise Today' this morning (Thurs) Insp Paul Donohoe, Inspector for Roads Policing in the Waterford/Kilkenny/Carlow garda division, said eight people have lost their lives this year so far on Co Waterford roads. Last year, the total figure was seven.
In a wide-ranging interview on the show this morning, Insp Donohoe spoke about many aspe...
Waterford businesses have sharply criticised a proposed commercial rates increase warning it will place already-pressured traders under further strain.
Dozens of retailers contacted councillors and the Waterford Chamber over the weekend, calling for a freeze or reduction in rates as they face rising costs in the new year.
This morning, on Deise Today, Damien spoke to a number of Waterford retailers abotu the proposed increase - and t...
The annual WLR Christmas Appeal in aid of Waterford St Vincent De Paul (SVP) returns this year and, sadly, it is needed as much as ever.
Last year, the WLR Christmas Appeal raised in excess of €100,000. These funds went directly towards helping those most in need in Waterford with ongoing day-to-day costs, including education expenses, household food and fuel bills, as well as providing breakfast clubs in local schools.
Wit...
While hard at work, Sham (Seamus) Ryan from Modeligo was unexpectedly stung by a wasp—an incident that quickly turned life-threatening when he went into anaphylaxis and suffered a cardiac arrest.
Thanks to the incredible efforts of first responders, he was airlifted to CUH, where the amazing nursing staff and medical team fought tirelessly to save his life. Their care has given him a second chance.
But Sham’s journey is far ...
This week on 'Deise Today' we're doing a special focus on traffic problems in Waterford.
Once again, the reduced number of lanes on the quays has been raising its head with many listeners to the show - and contributors - talking about how the current number of lanes is, in their view, causing backlogsall across the city.
This morning (Thursday) on the show, Damien spoke to taxi driver Conor Ryan and got his view - and experience - o...
Today (Friday, Nov 14) is a very special day for one Co. Waterford family…AND community.
Kitty Brett, living on the Carrick Road in Portlaw, is celebrating her 100th birthday today!
Born on Nov 14 1925 in the townland of Lahardan, Kitty is 68 years married to husband Paddy.
For much of this, the couple lived on the High Road between Portlaw and Kilmeaden.
In 2000, they moved to Portlaw village - and since then, Kitty and Paddy have enj...
Waterford Historian Dermot Power joined Damien in studio this morning (Tuesday) to chat about his new book "The Street Where You Live".
As former Local History Advisor at Waterford City Library and author of 6 books, listen back as Dermot shares insights into the rich history of Waterford.
From the revival of Gaelic heritage to the deep connections of community and culture, Dermot delves into his extensive research.
Listen back to a ...
IT's back!
Yesterday (Thursday) saw manufacturing re-commence of their infamous luncheon roll at 'Countrystyle' in Grannagh after a lull of 6 weeks.
It's had Waterford people talking - and 'Deise Today' listeners reacting - as peoples' love of the Countrystyle 'red lead' is well known!
Six weeks after we 'broke' the story, Damien was at Countrystyle yesterday (Thursday) afternoon, talking to owner Rory Williams, and others, as the pro...
Alfie Hale, the 86-year-old Waterford Football Legend joined Damien on 'Deise Today' this morning (Thursday) to talk about 'True Blue', the new book written by Dermot Keyes, which tells Alfie's life story.
Alfie reflects on his upbringing in a lively family of nine, the bonds of community, and how those who influenced his journey inspired him to write this heartfelt account.
With anecdotes about iconic players like Kevin Keegan and...
Chef, TV cook and Food Media Broadcaster Aisling Larkin joined Damien on 'Déise Today' this morning (Wednesday), to talk about the power of seeds and their amazing benefits.
Listen back to hear how these tiny super-foods can transform your diet and wellbeing, as well as handy tips on how to incorporate them into your meals.
Just click the image above!
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