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The main stories making the news across Cork
A new contractor will be sought for the Dunkettle interchange project from October following disagreement over costs between Transport Infrastructure Ireland and Sisk contractors.
The change in contractors will delay the completion of the project for 12 months until 2023.
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The Green Party's Dan Boyle has described the proposed flood defence work on Morrison's Island as 'soulless'.
The scheme consists of transforming the traditional stone wall quays between Parliament Bridge and Parnell Bridge with concrete walls.
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Sinn Fein is calling on the Social Protection Minister to speak out on the Public Services Card controversy.
Regina Doherty has come under fire after the Data Protection Commission found the card is in breach of data-protection laws.
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The Afghan President says the Taliban cannot escape blame for a "barbaric" suicide bomb attack at a wedding in Kabul last night.
The Taliban has denied any involvement though, and condemned the bombing.
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