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HSE South West advises that only urgent cases should attend Emergency Departments
HSE STATEMENT HSE South West is cautioning that the Emergency Departments (EDs) at CUH and MUH are experiencing very high levels of activity due to ongoing illness rates related to winter viruses. We are asking the public in Cork to consider all care options – including GPs, pharmacists and SouthDoc out-of-hours services. When there is…
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Government Provides Ongoing Support under the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme in response to Storm Éowyn
The Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary TD, has outlined the essential support available under the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme for those who continue to be impacted by Storm Éowyn. Speaking today, Minister Calleary said: “Unfortunately, some people continue to be without power and water in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. My Department is supporting those…
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Sheena Crowley Named Cork Person of the Month for January for Efforts to Keep Rory Gallagher’s Guitar in Ireland
Sheena Crowley has been recognised as Cork Person of the Month for January, honouring her successful campaign to keep legendary guitarist Rory Gallagher’s 1961 Fender Stratocaster in Ireland. Her dedication not only ensured the preservation of a significant piece of Irish musical heritage but also highlighted her longstanding contribution to Cork’s vibrant music community. Sheena,…
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Turn2Me Warns of 4 Red Flags for Catfishing & Launches Online Support Group for Victims
National mental health charity Turn2Me is raising awareness about the dangers of catfishing and highlighting four key red flags to help people spot online deception. To support those who have been affected, Turn2Me is launching a free online support group for victims of catfishing on Wednesday, 5th February at 7pm available on Turn2Me.ie. This support…
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Gardaí Issue Road Safety Appeal Following St. Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend Collisions
An Garda Síochána is conducting an extensive Roads Policing Operation over the St. Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend, which began at 7:00 am on Thursday, 30th January 2025, and will continue until 7:00 am on Tuesday, 4th February 2025. As part of the operation, Gardaí have been carrying out both statutory Mandatory Intoxicant Testing (MIT) checkpoints…
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Cork’s Cian Ducrot Celebrates Grammy Win for Songwriting on SZA’s ‘Saturn’
Cork’s own singer-songwriter, Cian Ducrot, has earned a prestigious Grammy Award for his role in co-writing Saturn, performed by American artist SZA. The track won Best R&B Song at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, an honour that recognises the songwriters behind the year’s standout R&B compositions. Cian, who hails from Passage West, was…
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ESB Networks Continues Power Restoration After Devastation of Storm Éowyn
ESB Networks has made significant progress in restoring electricity following the unprecedented impact of Storm Éowyn, which caused widespread and extensive damage to power infrastructure across the country. As of 5:20 pm on Sunday, supply has been restored to 729,000 homes, farms, and businesses, leaving approximately 39,000 customers still without power, down from the peak…
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NECG Continues Recovery Efforts Following Storm Éowyn
The National Emergency Coordination Group (NECG) convened again today to oversee ongoing recovery operations following the impact of Storm Éowyn. Efforts are being coordinated to restore power, water, telecommunications, and essential services to affected areas, with significant progress already made. Power Restoration Efforts ESB Networks has restored power to 723,000 homes, farms, schools, and businesses.…
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Storm Éowyn: National Efforts Continue to Restore Services
The National Emergency Co-ordination Group (NECG) met again today (Saturday) to oversee the ongoing recovery efforts following Storm Éowyn, which has caused significant disruption across Ireland. The storm has left thousands without power, water, and telecommunications, and coordinated efforts continue to restore these vital services as quickly as possible. Power Restoration Progress ESB Networks has…
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Gardaí in Cork Catch 54 Distracted Drivers Using Mobile Phone Detection Truck
Gardaí from the Roads Policing Unit in Cork detected 54 distracted drivers with the unmarked Garda HGV. The lorry cab targets drivers using a mobile phone or other electronic devices, and was used this week leading up to St. Brigid’s Bank Holiday Weekend in Cork county, on the M8 and the M25 motorways, and in Cork…