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The latest news this morning
A total of €11.77 million in funding has been approved for the completion of harbour facilities at Castletownbere. It comes as a funding boost of 38 million euro is on the way to six Fishery Harbour Centres across the country. €132,750 euro has also been alocated for Kinsale Harbour Improvements.
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The south and west of the country is being battered by strong winds and heavy rain this morning. A yellow wind and rain warning is in place for 11 counties, including Cork. The alert will stay in place until 10 o'clock tonight.
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The Chief Medical Officer says people who've been isolating during the pandemic should not be afraid to restart their social lives when restrictions ease. In an open letter published today, Dr Tony Holohan says they should have faith in the protection of their vaccine against Covid-19 -- and "get on and do it" on May 10th.
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THE HSE has thanked the GAA community in Cork for their support for the Covid-19 vaccination roll-out. Cork GAA have pledged to support anyone who needs help with the registration process, and to make sure that all clubs across the county has details of the online and phone registration options.
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