The pioneering DJ whose show won RedFM its first industry award is one of several high-profile axings as part of a major reshuffle at the radio station.

The production team behind Neil Prendeville’s talk show is set to quit 96FM to join him at rival station, Cork’s RedFM.

TO HIS listeners, it was just like any other day — his show featuring the usual mix of breaking news, lively debate and outspoken comment.

Controversial broadcaster Neil Prendeville is leaving 96FM, after a 25-year career with the country’s largest local radio station, to join its main rival, Cork’s RedFM.

Popular Today FM DJ KC has quit his “dream gig” to spend more time with his young family in Cork.

When Newmarket-on-Fergus captain Enda Barrett received the Canon Hamilton Cup at the end of the Clare county final he said he was receiving it on behalf of Newmarket teams going back 31 years.

SIMPLY participating is a cause for celebration, but a medal tally of 107 is truly remarkable for the athletes who return home today having done Ireland proud in the Special Olympics.