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Broadcast Journalist and News Reader for WLRFM. All views are my own!

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Total articles 1734

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  Calls for Expanded BreastCheck Screening to Include Women Under 50

  By Kyle Butler Verified

  Apr. 12, 2025

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  Man (30s) dies following fatal road traffic collision in Co. Tipperary

  By Kyle Butler Verified

  Apr. 12, 2025

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  Calls for Expanded BreastCheck Screening to Include Women Under 50

  By Kyle Butler Verified

  Apr. 12, 2025

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WLR FM

WLR FM is a local radio station based in Waterford City and County, Ireland, with a rich history that began in the late 1970s. Originally part of the pirate radio movement, it became a licensed broadcaster in 1989 and has since established itself as a key player in the local media scene. The station operates from studios in Waterford’s George’s Street, Ardkeen, and Dungarvan, and was recognized as Ireland’s IMRO Local Station of the Year for 2024. WLR FM offers a variety of programming, including local news, music, and talk shows that focus on community issues. Popular shows include breakfast programs like *Timmy and Nicola* and *Déise AM*, as well as specialty segments such as *Sunday Morning Melodies*. The station emphasizes hyperlocal content, covering events, weather, and cultural topics relevant to Waterford residents. WLR FM also engages audiences through online streaming and social media, ensuring its content is accessible to a wider audience.