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The top stories this morning
There was a fire in a house on Dublin Hill in the early hours of this morning. Fire units from Ballyvolane and Anglesea street responded to the blaze in Blackpool at 10 to 1 this morning. It is understood at this time that no people living in the house were injured as a result of the fire.
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The country is gearing up for the hottest day of the year. It's expected temperatures will reach the mid to late 20s in some places later.
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A public health expert says the Government needs to act now to prevent the Delta variant from spreading. It comes after 431 new cases of Covid-19 were confirmed and 58 patients are being treated in hospital.
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A group that speaks for aviation workers is urging NPHET to reconsider antigen testing. The Chief Medical Officer is opposed to the use of the tests for travel to and from Ireland, despite their widespread use in other countries.
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