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About WLR FM

Listen to the online radio of WLR FM live, which was officially launched in 1989 but had also operated as a pirate radio station for a decade prior. The radio is owned by The Irish Times. WLR FM functions as a local commercial radio station primarily serving the people of its home county as the most important source of information and music. WLR FM has earned multiple awards, including the "Local Station of the Year" title at the PPI Radio Awards in 2012 and Ireland's IMRO Local Station of the Year award in 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022. The station's playlist features the best pop music from the last 40 years, with specialist programmes also including country and Irish music. Traditional Irish culture is not only reflected in its music but also in native language programmes. As a local radio station, WLR FM provides airtime for debates on locally relevant politics, current affairs, community issues, and a wide range of topics of importance in its talk shows. The broadcaster ensures that oversleeping on weekdays is impossible with its morning show, "The Big Breakfast Blaa", hosted by Ollie Carroll and Dymphna Nugent, airing from 6am to 10am.

WLR FM slogan: "First for Waterford"

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WLR FM frequencies

Ballymacarbry, NE Waterford - 97.5 FMEast County Waterford - 94.8, 97.5 FMSuir Estuary - 94.8 FMWaterford City - 95.1 FMWest County Waterford - 95.1 FM
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News about WLR FM

Here’s what WLR’s new OB truck looks like – complete with solar panels
WLR has an upgraded, eco-conscious outside broadcast unit designed with sustainable broadcasting in mind.More >>
radiotoday.ie - 27.02.2025
Record-breaking JNLR results highlight strong growth for Irish radio
More than 3.4 million adults are listening to the radio daily according to the latest JNLR figures.More >>
radiotoday.ie - 06.02.2025
Aspiring broadcasters kick off new radio and podcasting course with Beat 102-103
A new wave of aspiring radio professionals have begun their journey in the January 2025 Broadcast Course at South East Technological University (SETU) in Waterford, in collaboration with Beat 102-103 and WLR FM.More >>
radiotoday.ie - 01.02.2025
John Keane returns to WLR as new presenter of the Spin Home
He's coming home! John Keane is set to make a return to WLR as the station's newest presenter.More >>
radiotoday.ie - 22.03.2024
CEO Des Whelan to step down from WLR after 45 years in radio
Des Whelan, the founding Director, and shareholder of WLR, is stepping down from his role as CEO after 45 years in radio.More >>
radiotoday.ie - 27.01.2024
WLR Christmas Appeal raises €100,000 for St. Vincent de Paul Society
The WLR Christmas Appeal for St. Vincent de Paul has raised €100,000 this year.More >>
radiotoday.ie - 22.12.2023
Five radio station contracts renewed by Coimisiún na Meán
Coimisiún na Meán has renewed broadcasting contracts for radio stations in Galway, Louth and Meath, Mayo, Waterford, and Clare..More >>
radiotoday.ie - 20.12.2023
Today FM, Cork’s Red FM and WLR win top awards at the IMROs
All the winners from the IMRO Radio Awards 2022 have been announced including the top Station of the Year titles. The Full-Service Station of the Year award went to Today FM, Music Station of the Year was won by Cork’s Red FM, whilst the Local Station of the Year award went to WLR FM...More >>
radiotoday.ie - 07.10.2022
Here’s how the new WLR FM studios look after major refurbishment
The brand-new look for WLR FM was unveiled this week after a major refurbishment and technical upgrade was made to the studios. The first two of six WLR studios are now in operation and began broadcasting this week. This is the first major refurbishment in a number of years and it will enhance WLR’s audio, video and digital offering...More >>
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Playlist 04

THE HOUR OF GLADNESS - ROB BOWMAN
20:56THE HOUR OF GLADNESS - ROB BOWMAN
AIN'T IT GOOD - JACQUI DUBOIS, COMPANY
19:57AIN'T IT GOOD - JACQUI DUBOIS, COMPANY
WLR-IMRO LOCAL STATION OF THE YEAR.
18:58WLR-IMRO LOCAL STATION OF THE YEAR.
ONE NIGHT IN BANGKOK - MURRAY HEAD
18:55ONE NIGHT IN BANGKOK - MURRAY HEAD
YOU LOVE IS KING - SADE
18:51YOU LOVE IS KING - SADE
JOSEPHINE - CHRIS REA
18:47JOSEPHINE - CHRIS REA
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WLR FM's programmes04

00:00 - Overnight Music
WLR doesn't switch off, so you don't have to either. Whether you're on the graveyard shift at work, on child-minding duties, or simply a night owl who snoozes during the day, our overnight music is a brilliant mix of classic, pop, 80s, 90s, 00s, rock, indie, Irish, and more.
06:00 - Tóg Go Bog É
Tóg go Bog É is presented by Patrick Hennessey. The programme connects listeners on a variety of different topics ranging from music, arts and events, entertainment and anything else that’s happening across Waterford. Patrick has a passion for Irish Language and loves speaking to people, especially in his native tongue! Mixed with the best tunes, this is a show not to be missed each week. Tóg go Bog É , Saturday’s from 9pm-10pm and is repeated Sunday mornings from 6-7am on WLR. Listen back to Tóg Go Bog É here.
07:00 - Seán’s Sunday Sunrise
Let Sean Organ brighten your Sunday morning and put a spring in your step with great music, the stories of the day from the newspapers, good competitions, news of events from around the county and much, much more on Seán's Sunday Sunrise. Listen back to Seán's Sunday Sunrise here.
10:00 - Timmy on Sunday
Sunday mornings are for lazy lie-ins, good coffee and great music with Timmy On Sunday. From 10 am to midday, Timmy plays the best classic hits from the 70s, 80s, 90s & 00s and he loves requests too. Timmy On Sunday is brought to you by McDonald's Waterford Listen back to Timmy On Sunday here.
12:00 - Damien Tiernan on Sunday
Damien Tiernan on Sunday delivers a quality informative and entertaining programme each Sunday looking back at the big stories from the news week in Waterford. Listen back to Damien Tiernan on Sunday here.
13:00 - The Sunday Jukebox
Sunday is always a great day for sport. Andy McCloskey brings you results and updates from sporting fixtures as they unfold, with the help of the team on the WLR sports desk, on The Sunday Jukebox. Combined with good music, this rundown on action from at home and abroad makes for great listening on a chilled out Sunday afternoon – tune in and see for yourself! Listen back to The Sunday Jukebox here.
16:00 - WLR Gold
Tune in to WLR Gold every Sunday from 4-7pm for a nostalgic journey through the golden age of music. Geoff Harris brings you three hours of timeless radio classics from the 60s to the 80s, featuring the biggest hits and hidden gems that defined an era. Whether you're reliving your youth or discovering these iconic tunes for the first time, WLR Gold has something for everyone. Get in touch with the WLR studio by texting or WhatsApping us on 083 33 33 975 – we’d love to hear from you!
19:00 - Showtime with Wayne Brown
Listen in to Showtime with Wayne Brown each Sunday for the very best of music from the world of musicals and stage. This is a hugely popular show as Wayne brings his wealth of knowledge and experience of theatre to the radio waves. Showtime is brought to you in association with Worldwide Wines Listen back to Showtime with Wayne Brown here.
21:00 - Absolute Irish with John O’Shea
John O’Shea plays the best country and Irish songs for his legion of loyal listeners on Absolute Irish which is one of the most popular in the WLR evening schedule. Let John ease you into Monday morning with your favourite hits…what better way to lift your mood for the week ahead! Listen back to Absolute Irish here.