The top four things you need to know now
The mains stories making the headlines across Cork
The five kilometre travel limit has been lifted, with people free to travel within their county or 20 kilometres from their home.
It's one of the Level 5 restrictions being eased, as well as two households being allowed to meet outside - but not in private gardens.
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Ireland's top public health doctor has urged people not to take the return to school "as a signal to return to the workplace".
Acting Chief Medical Officer Dr Ronan Glynn's says there are "many reasons for hope" -- with the lowest daily number of new Covid-19 infections since before Christmas yesterday.
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All home building will resume today, with the easing of level 5 restrictions.
The Unite union which represents construction workers has asked NPHET for guidance on the best testing regime for building sites.
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Something needs to be done to tackle high car parking fees in hospitals.
There's the message from Cork TD Colm Burke, who says it's unfair to people who are unwell or those visiting sick relatives to pay large parking fees.
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