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By Michelle Crean

Locals will today (Friday) be able to tune into a unique radio station for the first time as Spirit Radio will begin broadcasting in Killarney on 91.2FM.

The station, originally launched in 2011, was only available in other counties and towns throughout Ireland.
However, now Killarney locals will be able to tune in and hear a mix of uplifting music and chat.

CEO of the inspirational station, Rob Clarke expressed his delight to be up and running.
"It’s great to finally have the opportunity to connect with listeners in this beautiful area. We’ve had a few challenges but are now launching and are keen to engage with the people here.”
Spirit Radio has a Christian ethos. The music driven station plays an upbeat mix that includes leading artists from the world of contemporary Christian music. The station is broadcasting in all the main cities and 14 of the largest towns across Ireland. Rob said the response across the country has been terrific.
“People have warmed to our mix of uplifting music and chat.”

The station provides a magazine style programme which covers current affairs, plus a mix of health, fashion, food, relationships, fitness and faith.

And radio listenership in Ireland continues to be very high and recent surveys suggest that in the current health crisis people are using radio more and more to stay in touch, Rob added.

“There is a growing interest in radio. With the current lockdown and travel restrictions, people value the companionship and sense of connection that radio brings in its own unique way. People value Spirit Radio because it is upbeat, edifying radio. Our talk shows and presenters speak about a broad range of subjects, health, relationships, nutrition, finance, current affairs, sport and faith,” he said.
“We have one studio in Bray, Co Wicklow and produce one programme for the country. We will look to build links with people in Killarney who can help provide us with insights and news from Kerry. Currently one of our journalists is working remotely in Kerry. Uniquely in Ireland, Spirit is a listener supported radio station. The station has a large and growing support team who really drive the station forward.”

Spirit Radio is available via mobile Apps, Internet and on the Irish Radio Player. It is also broadcasting across Ireland on 549 Medium Wave.