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An Garda SĂochĂĄna Announces Locations of Nine Static Speed Safety Cameras
International experience shows static speed cameras lead to drivers reducing speed â speed is a significant contributor to road deaths Garda Commissioner Drew Harris requests business case for funding of 100 additional speed cameras. Static and average speed cameras are one of a range of Garda technology, enforcement, visibility, and education initiatives to reduce road…
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HSE HPSC Advises – Be Tick Aware, Keep You And Your Family Safe from Lyme Disease
Up to 400 people estimated to be infected with Lyme disease each year in Ireland* Learn how to protect against and remove ticks Marking Tick Awareness Day (Wednesday, 1 May 2024), the HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) is offering practical advice on how to protect against ticks, whose bite can cause a bacterial infection…
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National Spring Clean 2024 Completes Milestone 25th Anniversary Spring Clean
Image: Now How Media Agency Over 5400 groups joined the National Spring Clean 2024 campaign, removing over 2,725 tonnes of rubbish from their local communities  An Taisce is delighted to wrap up the 25th anniversary National Spring Clean which saw over 5,400 Spring Clean events take place throughout the country in over the past month.…
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Over 50,000 Passengers Expected At Cork Airport This May Bank Holiday Weekend
First month of summer heralds added frequencies on Ryanair routes to Alicante, Poznan, and Valencia and on Lufthansaâs route to Frankfurt. Aer Lingus summer services to Palma de Mallorca and Dubrovnik recommence this week. Passengers intending to travel this weekend are advised to arrive at least 90 minutes before their flight is due to depart…
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Belgooly and Bandon Welcome New Safe Routes to School
Pictured (L/R): Lauise NĂ ChonchĂșir, NioclĂĄs Ă Laoghaire (School Principal), Cllr. SeĂĄn O’Donovan (Deputising for the Mayor of the County of Cork), Richard Cahill (Senior Executive Engineer) and Jack Ă SĂșilleabhĂĄin. Image: Colm Lougheed Cork County Council has officially launched two new âSchool Zonesâ at Scoil Mhuire na nGrĂĄst, Belgooly and Gaelscoil Dhroichead na Banndan.…
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Cork City Council hosting drop-in sessions on vacancy and dereliction
Cork City Council is holding a series of public drop-in Vacancy & Dereliction sessions to provide information to members of the public on the supports available to refurbish vacant and derelict properties, including the popular Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant. These informal, no appointment needed drop-in sessions are for anyone with a question on any element…
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Skibbereen Town Centre First Regeneration Plan Launched
Cork County Council has officially launched its Town Centre First (TCF) Regeneration Plan for Skibbereen. The ambitious but pragmatic plan for Skibbereen Town Centre represents the culmination of significant public consultation by Cork County Council as part of the national Town Centre First policy initiative. Welcoming the launch of the plan, Cllr. Joe Carroll, Chair…
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Cork v Clare Munster Senior Hurling Championship: Traffic and Travel Guide
As excitement builds for the upcoming Munster Senior Hurling Championship clash between Cork and Clare on 28th April 2024 at PĂĄirc UĂ Chaoimh, attendees are advised to plan their travel carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. General Travel Advice: Due to the absence of dedicated parking at SuperValu PĂĄirc UĂ Chaoimh, spectators are…
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Camden Fort Meagher Officially Reopens
Image: Darragh Kane Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Frank OâFlynn has officially reopened one of County Corkâs most iconic tourist attractions, Camden Fort Meagher, following an extensive revitalisation and enhancement programme. Internationally recognised as being one of the finest remaining examples of a classical Coastal Artillery Fort in the world, works included the excavation…
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Countdown is on To Cork City Marathon on June 2, Featuring The Full Marathon, Half Marathon And 10K
Image: Joleen Cronin The countdown is on to Cork City Marathon on June 2, featuring the full marathon, half marathon and 10k. Â Race organisers have advised that they have already reached 70% capacity for the 2024 Cork City Marathon and all three races are likely to sell out before the closing date on May…