The Top 4 Things You Need To Know Now
The main stories making the headlines across Cork
288 people here have lost their lives to Covid-19.
The death toll from the virus has risen, after a further 25 patients were confirmed to have died, while 480 new cases have been diagnosed.
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The restrictions on movement which were meant to expire tomorrow, have been extended for 3 more weeks, until Tuesday, May 5th.
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The Irish Second-Level Students' Union say no additional supports have been announced as of yet to help exam year students navigate through the extension of the Leaving Cert exams.
Yesterday the Education Minister announced that the Leaving Cert has been postponed until the last week of July or early August.
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The anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic won't be remembered publicly in Cobh this year because of the coronavirus crisis.
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