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RSA Issues Weekend Heat Warning as Temperatures Set to Soar Across Ireland
The Road Safety Authority is urging drivers to take extra precautions this weekend as Met Éireann forecasts potentially dangerous high temperatures that could exceed 27°C across the country. Yellow weather warnings are now in effect, covering specific counties from 12:00 on Friday until 06:00 on Saturday, followed by a nationwide warning from 12:00 on Saturday…
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Collision in Jack Lynch Tunnel
Reports of a collision, on the N40/northbound bore, in the Jack Lynch Tunnel. Take care on approach.
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Cork Basks in 27°C Sunshine: Essential UV Protection Guide for Today’s Scorching Weather
As Cork enjoys glorious sunshine with temperatures soaring to 27°C today, health experts are reminding locals that proper sun protection is absolutely critical during these peak UV conditions. With the mercury climbing and not a cloud in sight over the Lee Valley, today’s weather presents prime conditions for serious UV exposure. Unlike those famously cloudy…
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Cork Set for Scorching Weekend as Temperatures Could Hit 31°C
Ireland is bracing for its hottest spell of the year as meteorologists predict temperatures could soar to 31°C this weekend, with Cork and Munster enjoying wall-to-wall sunshine before thunderstorms arrive on Sunday. The current high-pressure system promises to deliver what many are calling the best summer weather Ireland has seen in 2025, with both Met…
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Major Junction Works Begin Monday at South Mall as City Prepares for Parnell Plaza
Cork City Council will commence significant alterations at the busy South Mall and Parnell Place junction from Monday 14 July, marking a key step towards improved pedestrian safety and the much-anticipated Parnell Plaza development. The works, designed to calm traffic and enhance safety at one of Cork’s most heavily used intersections, will require night-time lane…
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Cork Set to Welcome 15,000 Visitors for Munster Fleadh Cheoil This July
MTU Bishopstown Campus will host four days of traditional Irish music competitions from 16th to 19th July, with world-renowned concerts featuring Téada and the Mairtín Ó Connor Trio Cork is preparing for one of its biggest cultural celebrations of the year as Munster Technological University announces its role as host venue for the Fleadh Cheoil…
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Ireland Moves Closer to Complete Sunbed Ban as Health Minister Backs Expert Report
A new report by the Institute of Public Health has strengthened calls for Ireland to ban commercial sunbeds entirely, with Public Health Minister Jennifer Murnane O’Connor TD welcoming the findings that highlight continued unsafe use among children and young people despite existing restrictions. The comprehensive report, which supports the Government’s Programme for Government 2025 commitment…
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Man Hospitalised Following Serious E-Scooter Collision in Youghal
A man in his 20s remains in Cork University Hospital with serious injuries following a single-vehicle e-scooter collision on Barrack Road in Youghal this afternoon. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30pm on Tuesday, 8th July 2025, on Barrack Road at Magniers Hill. Emergency services, including Gardaí and ambulance crews, responded quickly to the scene following…
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Gardaí Appeal for Help Finding Missing Bandon Teenager John O’Donoghue
Gardaí have launched an urgent appeal for public assistance in locating 15-year-old John O’Donoghue, who has been reported missing from Bandon. The teenager was last seen in the West Cork town at approximately 6pm yesterday, Tuesday 8th July 2025. John is described as approximately 5 foot 5 inches tall with a slim build, fair hair…
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West Cork Islands Arts Programme Secures Two-Year Funding Extension
Cork County Council has celebrated a significant boost for island communities after the Arts Council confirmed continued funding for the Creative Places: West Cork Islands programme through to October 2027. The community-centred arts development initiative, which supports the seven inhabited islands of Oileán Chléire, Sherkin, Heir, Long, Whiddy, Bere and Dursey, will receive an additional…