The Top 4 Things You Need To Know Now

The main stories making the headlines across Cork

A local lockdown is in force in counties Laois, Offaly and Kildare.

The new restrictions were announced in an effort to stop the surge in COVID-19 cases in the region in the last two weeks.

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Second level students and staff will have to wear face coverings when schools return.

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Deciding on a preferred route for a light rail system in Cork will take 20 months.

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Over 5,400 students will be receiving their 'round zero' offers from the CAO this morning.

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