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A garda investigation has been launched after residents in a housing estate in Ballincollig expressed concern for their safety after a gang gathered for a second time in the estate on St Patrick's night
Gardai are examining pictures and videos of the gang of up to 25 people who engaged in anti social behaviour in the Old Quarter area of Ballincollig
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Health officials are due to give an update on the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine in Ireland later today.
It comes after the European Medicines Agency expressed confidence in it.
Its use had been suspended in several countries over blood clot fears.
But the EMA yesterday found the injection is 'safe and effective.'
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A border TD says there are concerns people will travel to Northern Ireland for Mass over Easter.
It's after the Catholic bishops in the North announced a return to public worship from Friday of next week.
Public Masses are still banned in the Republic under level 5 restrictions, except for small weddings and funerals.
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1,349 people under 65 are living in nursing homes, according to the HSE's latest figures.
146 of those were living in nursing homes across Cork last year
This costs the state nearly 62 million euro last year - or an average of almost 900 euro for each resident every week.
The HSE says young adults with disabilities are only accommodated in nursing homes where there are no alternatives.
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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
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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