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TODAY FM HAS ANNOUNCED a major reshuffle as it switches up its schedule for this year.
Ian Dempsey’s Breakfast Show will now broadcast for an extra hour each morning with a new start time of 6am.
Pamela Joyce has been revealed as the new lunchtime host on the radio station, moving from her current evening slot.
“I am beyond excited and honoured to have my name above the door at lunchtimes on Today FM,” Joyce said.
“This is a huge step for me personally and professionally and I can’t wait to sink my teeth into the show,” she said.
Taking over for Joyce, Paula MacSweeney, who listeners will know from Early Breakfast, will become the new voice of evenings on the station.
She will present a three-hour music show from 7pm to 10pm Monday to Thursdays.
Virgin Media presenter Ray Foley is set to return to Today FM, taking the station’s weekday afternoon slot.
As a result of the new schedule, Today FM has confirmed that Fergal D’Arcy will leave the station. He will, however, continue to present his afternoon show in the coming weeks.
Acknowledging D’Arcy’s time with Today FM, station boss James Brownlow said: “I’d like to sincerely thank Fergal for the huge contribution he’s made since he joined Today FM.
“Fergal is very passionate about radio and about music and we wish him continued success in both.”
The revamped schedule will come into effect in early February.
So sad. RIP
RIP and I’m truly sorry that you had to make the ultimate sacrifice to care for others.
May they rest in peace. Where would we be without these brave people.
Thank you to everyone in our health care services.
I knew Jim. I remember him since around the time he started school. An honest, decent man always. RIP Jim and condolences to all those affected.
Rip.
Heartbreaking. RIP to these kind gentle souls.
I know the vast majority are staying home but there are others still not sticking to the rules. My neighbour is still visiting her sister and friends – inconsiderate.
@Marie McG: and just as bad Marie, they’re accepting her as a visitor. Those selfish people should reflect on those two selfless people who passed away.
@filthypete: I agree. Sadly some people don’t think the rules apply to them. Anyone reporting others for flouting these rules?
Dying and grieving in isolation is one of the cruelest aspects of life right now.
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Very sad. They died helping others
R. I. P I HOPE THE HSE WILL LOOK AFTER THERE Family’s financially its the least they could do very sad.
As a nation every year we celebrate the Easter rising and the people who gave their lives for their country. Going forward people like Catherine and Jim should also be remembered annually as people who gave their lives for their country……. Not just locally but as a country. Its the least we can do. R.I.P.
Heroes…
@Nathan: I noticed tin foil had run out of supermarkets. I’m pretty sure hundreds of thousands are dying and economies are being decimated as part of a concerted global effort by governments to have you under surveillance.
As mentioned by the above posters, sincere condolences to all the health workers and patients who have passed away. The ultimate selfless sacrifice for the good of greater society. Imagine risking your life everyday for people you don’t know, but rely on you for help. True, true heroes.
It brings it much closer to home being a health care worker.
R.I.P
Hospital front liners now really deserve some sort of a hazard pay or a once off tax breaks from the government to value them even more
So so sad
Sad news and for all those that have passed may they rest in peace.
Essential workers need to be remembered for this and what they do..
Stay safe
RIP heroes!
RIP. Condolences to both families. My sister works in the same hospital. #Stayhomestaysafe
God bless them….loved and remembered.
Certin people have very little respect for front line health workers an even think they can bring a judicial review of measures designed to protect everyone.
It’s very sad hopefully we see better results soon , stay home and stay safe family over everything ! RIP
Rest in peace Jim u wer some character
Rest in peace Jim you wer some character
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