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Michael Collins’ handkerchief to go on display at Michael Collins House Museum
Cork County Council has acquired a linen handkerchief, which was in Michael Collins’ pocket at the time of his death, for permanent display at Michael Collins House Museum, Clonakilty. The handkerchief was gifted by Michael Collins’ brother Seán to General Seán MacMahon, then Quarter Master General of the Irish Free State Army and a close…
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Garda Operation – Investigation into suspected Terrorist Financing Offences
Gardaí today, 18th October 2024, have carried out a number searches of 3 private residences in the Garda Southern Region and Eastern Region as part of an investigation into suspected Terrorist Financing offences contrary to the Criminal Justice (Terrorist Offences) Act, 2005. The searches were led by the Special Detective Unit (SDU), supported by the…
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Dursey Cable Car Notice
Dursey Cable Car will not be operational on Sunday the 20th of October due to strong and gusty winds forecast. A Status Yellow Wind Warning will be in effect from 6:00am on Sunday morning until 00:00 on Monday the 21st of October. The cable car will resume operations when weather conditions permit and following inspection…
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Tidal Flooding and Status Yellow Wind and Rain Warning Issued for Cork City
Cork City Council wishes to advise that Met Éireann has issued a yellow wind warning and heavy rain advisory for Sunday, October 20th for Cork city. As a result of expected heavy rainfall and high winds, the public is advised of potential hazards such as downed trees, localised spot flooding and debris on the roads.…
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Road Safety Alert – Orange and Yellow Weather Warnings Issued for Storm Ashley
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) is advising all road users to take extreme care over the weekend as Met Eireann has issued ORANGE and YELLOW weather warnings as Storm Ashley approaches. Orange Wind Warning for Galway and Mayo from 12am – 9pm Sunday. Storm Ashley will bring very strong and gusty southerly winds, coupled with…
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✅ [Cleared] Collision on N22 Macroom – Coolcower
Reports of a collision on the N22 Macroom near Coolcower. Take care on approach.
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Rory Gallagher’s Iconic Guitar is Coming Home
Following the sale today at auction in London of Rory Gallagher’s Fender Stratocaster, Catherine Martin, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, expressed her appreciation of the special effort made to ensure the guitar will return to Ireland on a permanent basis and be on exhibition for music enthusiasts and the general public…
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Exciting Halloween Events at OPW Locations Across IrelandExciting Halloween Events at OPW Locations Across Ireland
The Office of Public Works (OPW) has announced a thrilling lineup of Halloween events taking place at several heritage sites across the country. From spine-tingling tours to creative workshops, these events are sure to delight visitors of all ages during the Halloween season. At Dublin Castle, attendees can explore the eerie past of Morbid Medieval…
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New Communication Devices for Autistic Children Set to Empower Families Across Ireland
Image courtesy of Deposit Photos Minister of State for Disability, Anne Rabbitte, has announced the commencement of device distribution to a pilot group of users as part of the roll-out of the AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) Support Programme. This initiative is spearheaded by AsIAm, Ireland’s national autism charity. Earlier this year, Minister Rabbitte confirmed…
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✅ [Cleared] Collision on N20 Newtwopothouse/Mallow
Reports of a collision on the N20 Limerick – Cork Road between Newtwopothouse and Mallow. Emergency services are en route. Take care on approach.