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Man Dies in House Fire on Cork’s Northside
A man in his 60s has died following a house fire in Hollyhill in the early hours of this morning, with emergency services responding swiftly to the blaze in the residential area. An Garda Síochána confirmed that the alarm was raised at approximately 12:45am on Monday, 21st July, when fire broke out at a property…
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Serious Road Traffic Collision Closes N71 at Tureen Between Cork and Bandon
A serious road traffic collision has closed the N71 at Tureen between the Halfway Roundabout and Bandon this morning, with Gardaí confirming the route is shut in both directions. All emergency services are currently on scene dealing with the collision on the busy Cork to West Cork route. Gardaí have informed Cork Safety Alerts that…
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Cork Beaches Experience Quiet Weekend Despite Mixed Weather
Mixed weather conditions across Munster, along with the All Ireland Hurling Final today led to moderate visitor numbers at Cork’s coastal locations this weekend, with emergency services reporting no major incidents across the county’s popular beach destinations. Saturday afternoon brought welcome sunshine that drew steady crowds to beaches from Youghal to West Cork, though Sunday’s cooler…
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Multiple Road Works and Closures Across Cork from Monday
Cork motorists face a busy week of road disruption as multiple works projects begin on Monday, 21 July, combined with several complete road closures and ongoing city centre restrictions. City Road Works Begin Monday Cork City Council has scheduled road works to begin on Monday across eleven locations, causing traffic disruption but keeping roads open.…
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Gardaí Step Up M7 Patrols as Cork Fans Head to All-Ireland Final
Increased Garda presence on major routes today as thousands travel to Croke Park for Cork versus Tipperary showdown, with one driver already intercepted for careless driving near Naas. An Garda Síochána has deployed marked and unmarked patrol units along the M7 and other major routes this Sunday as hurling supporters make their way to Dublin…
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Gardaí Could Gain New Powers to Monitor Encrypted Messaging Apps
Gardaí may soon have the power to intercept live conversations on encrypted messaging platforms like WhatsApp, iMessage and Instagram under significant new surveillance legislation currently being drafted by the Department of Justice. The proposed Communications (Interception and Lawful Access) Bill would mark a major shift from Ireland’s current surveillance laws, which date back to 1993…
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All Ireland Traffic Update: Mixed Conditions at Portlaoise Toll
UPDATE 09:15: Traffic conditions on the M7 have deteriorated rapidly, with significant congestion now affecting multiple areas including Knockaroo, Borris-in-Ossory and the Portlaoise interchange. What began as minor delays has quickly developed into heavier traffic as more supporters join the route to Dublin. Motorists are advised to expect longer journey times and consider alternative routes…
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✅ [Cleared] Power Outage Affects 540 Customers in Togher Area
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ESB Networks is working to restore electricity supply to over 500 customers in Cork’s Togher area following a fault reported this evening. The power outage, affecting 540 customers, was reported at 22:29 today and ESB Networks estimates power will be restored by 23:30. The fault has impacted homes and businesses across the Togher area on…
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Government Road Safety Minister Rejects Claims of Backpedalling on Speed Limit Cuts
Minister of State for Road Safety Seán Canney has firmly dismissed suggestions that the Government is diluting its road safety commitments, following the publication of the Phase 2 Action Plan earlier this week. The Minister’s robust defence comes as questions emerged about the implementation timeline for controversial speed limit reductions, particularly the planned cut from…
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Gardaí Issue Travel Advice for Cork and Tipperary Supporters Heading to All-Ireland Hurling Final
Cork and Tipperary supporters making the journey to tomorrow’s historic All-Ireland Hurling Final at Croke Park are being urged to plan ahead, with Gardaí confirming special arrangements for the Midlink Portlaoise Toll Plaza. The match kicks off at 3:30pm on Sunday, 20 July, marking the first ever All-Ireland final meeting between the Munster rivals. Thousands…