The Top 4 Things You Need To Know Now
The main stories making the headlines across Cork
Farmers will continue to protest outside meat factories across the country this weekend.
Here in Cork, beef farmers blockading the ABP plant in Bandon have agreed a deal, to allow a Chinese trade delegation to enter the plant on Monday.
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There has been a 46% increase in the number of unlicensed taxi-drivers last year.
In 2017, there were 122 prosecutions against fraudulent operators - but this rose to 178 in 2018.
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Boris Johnson's decision to suspend British Parliament ahead of the Brexit deadline has prompted a series of street protests today.
More than 30 demonstrations are planned across the UK this lunchtime.
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Today is the 25th anniversary of the IRA ceasefire of 1994.
It's inspired two generations of one family to record 50 years of trouble and peace, through photographs and words.
More from Cork
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Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
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Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
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International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
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UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
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Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
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UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries