The Top Four Things You Need To Know Now
The main stories making the headlines across Cork
Nine units of Cork city and county fire brigade battled a major fire on the north side of the city throughout last night.
The fire broke out at the National Recycling Centre in Churchfield with the alarm being raised at 7:45pm
Smoke could be seen across the city for several miles.
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The Garda Representative Association is calling for tougher sanctions for those who injure their members.
The call comes after a guard was hospitalised having been struck and dragged 100 feet by a car near Baltimore in West Cork.
She suffered serious leg injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening
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The US, Canada, France and Italy are among 16 new countries added to Ireland's mandatory hotel quarantine list.
Health Minister Stephen Donnelly made the announcement last night after a special Cabinet meeting on public health.
The measure will come into effect from 4am next Thursday.
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Gardaí have warned that they will be out in force this weekend ahead of Monday's easing of the Covid-19 restrictions.
They are warning people to stay within their 5km limit.
From Monday,12th April people can travel within their county for both exercise and recreational purposes.
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