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Watchdog Bodies Join Forces to Tackle Hidden Social Media Advertising
Consumer protection agencies sign landmark agreement to strengthen oversight of influencer marketing, giving regulators new powers to investigate misleading posts. The Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) has signed a groundbreaking data-sharing agreement with the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) today, marking a significant step in the battle against hidden advertising on social media platforms. The…
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Cork Artists Invited to Submit Work for County Council’s Winter Exhibition
Cork County Council’s LHQ Gallery has announced its third annual open-call winter exhibition, inviting artists and makers from across the county to showcase their creative works in a celebration of artistic imagination running throughout November and December. The 2025 exhibition, titled “Oh, the Thinks You Can Think”, takes inspiration from the 1975 Dr Seuss book…
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Water Restrictions Extended for West Cork Communities Until Wednesday
Overnight water cuts affecting thousands across Schull, Baltimore and surrounding areas will continue for four more nights as Uisce Éireann battles high summer demand. Residents and businesses supplied by the Abbeystrowry Reservoir face extended overnight water restrictions until Wednesday, 27 August, with supplies cut off from 10pm to 7am each night. The measure affects popular…
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Irish Coast Guard Unveils Revolutionary Aviation Fleet with Fixed-Wing Aircraft
The Irish Coast Guard has launched its most significant upgrade in decades, introducing six state-of-the-art helicopters and, for the first time ever, two fixed-wing aircraft to enhance search and rescue operations and environmental monitoring across Ireland’s vast maritime territory. Minister of State Sean Canney, who holds special responsibility for the Irish Coast Guard, officially launched…
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€100,000 Grant Scheme Launched for Cork Groups Promoting Sustainable Living
A new €100,000 grants programme has opened for Cork community groups working to promote circular economy initiatives, with more than 40 grants available nationwide ranging from €1,000 to €5,000 per successful applicant. The Circular Communication Grants scheme, launched yesterday by Circular.ie, Ireland’s national platform for circular economy communications, aims to support local organisations that champion…
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M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy Project Advances with Controlled Blasting Operations
Major infrastructure project enters new phase as rock excavation begins north of Shannonpark, whilst Ringaskiddy village transformation nears completion with official opening planned for September. Construction on the M28 Cork to Ringaskiddy motorway project has reached a significant milestone with the commencement of controlled rock blasting operations yesterday, marking a new phase in one of…
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Cork Streets Transform into Festival Venues This Weekend
Cork City’s Open Streets programme brings two days of free family entertainment to North Main Street and Blackpool, featuring live music, street performers, and community activities this Saturday and Sunday. The third annual North Main Street Carnival kicks off the weekend festivities on Saturday, 23 August, promising a full day of entertainment on one of…
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Two Men Charged Following Charleville Firearms and Drugs Seizure
Two men arrested after Gardaí discovered three firearms, ammunition and suspected diamorphine during a routine vehicle stop in Charleville will appear before Mallow District Court this afternoon. The men, aged in their 30s and 40s, are due before a special sitting of the court at 3pm today following their arrest on Wednesday night at a…
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Cork County Council Projects Shortlisted for National Excellence Awards
Four innovative Cork County Council initiatives spanning mental health, immigration support, tourism, and environmental sustainability have been shortlisted for the prestigious Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards. The shortlisted projects showcase the council’s commitment to community wellbeing and sustainable development across the county. The Teen Talk mental health programme, which has reached over 12,000…
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CBC Cork Celebrates Outstanding Leaving Cert Results with Ten Students Achieving Maximum Points
Christian Brothers College Cork has recorded exceptional Leaving Certificate results this morning, with ten students achieving the maximum 625 points and five students securing a remarkable seven H1 grades in their examinations. The Sidney Hill school saw 149 students receive their results today, with 21 pupils scoring over 600 points in what marks one of…