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What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- An injunction preventing protestors from obstructing works at a building site in Macroom has been granted by Cork Circuit Court and there's been a large falloff in the number of covid 19 cases recorded in Cork.
In Sport- Ireland will hold their captain's run this evening ahead of their clash with Wales and Cork face Limerick in the Allianz Hurling League tomorrow.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Rod Stewart announced as the latest act to play the Marquee and vaccine booster clinics are open nationwide throughout the bank holiday weekend.
In Sport- The Ireland team to face Wales in the Six Nations is to be named today and the Republic of Ireland u21 squad has learned their 2025 European opposition.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A Traveler Visibility group says Travelers Housing needs are not being met and protests over social housing in Killeens.
In Sport- Christian Eriksen is out of action until at least April and Spurs boss Antonio Conte is having gall bladder surgery today.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork solicitor is among a group of leading lawyers who were paid over 72 million euros in criminal legal aid fees last year and Gardai are investigating an alleged assault and criminal damage incident that occurred in the City last night.
In Sport- The CCCC has ordered a replay of the All-Ireland Club Football Final and Matt Doherty is set for a loan move to Atletico Madrid.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Dylan McGee appeared before the court this morning via video link after being charged with the murder of Matthew Healy and calls to Saint Vincent De Paul have increased by over 20% in the last 12 months.
In Sport- Rory McIlroy has won the Dubai Dessert Classic and Castleview host Cork City in the Munster Senior Cup.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- St Vincent De Paul says their experiencing record levels of calls for help and the CEO of Co-Action West Cork has resigned from her post.
In Sport- Everton are closing in on the appointment of Sean Dyche as their new manager and Manchester City are at home to Arsenal tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The funeral of Matthew Healy was held today and a Cork TD says a lack of Ambulances in West Cork is putting people's lives in danger.
In Sport- Nick Faldo has described the Live Golf series as meaningless and the draw for the Sigerson Cup quarter-finals has been made.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The Irish Blood Transfusion Service says the stocks are critically low and Enoch Burke has once again arrived at Wilson’s Hospital School in Westmeath.
In Sport- Novak Djokovic has secured a place in the Australian Open semi-finals and Nottingham Forrest host Manchester United in the Carabao Cup.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A Call on the HSE to prioritize a full security audit of every Irish hospital and there needs to be a better attempt to find out who is buried in the Bessborough mother and baby home. That’s according to a Cork City Councilor.
In Sport- Derry club Glen has to decide whether or not to appeal last Sunday's club final and Cork is in Sigerson Cup action tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Sadness in Berrings after the death of 89-year-old Matthew Healy and the Tánaiste says it isn't acceptable for Children to be lost in the Mental Health system.
In Sport- Cork clinched the Munster Hurling League crown and Kerry's David Moran has announced his retirement from inter-county Football.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The family of a baby who died after being attacked by a dog are asking people to be “vigilant and careful” when considering whether they want to bring a dog into their home and an investigation is underway into an alleged assault on a Gardai in North Cork.
In Sport- Cork faces Limerick in the McGrath Cup final and Chris Wood is to join Nottingham on loan from Newcastle.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The Lord Mayor says it's time a debate was starting on how best to tackle Knife crime and Holly Cairns has spoken out about the abuse faced by women in politics.
In Sports- The omission of Joey Carbery is the main talking point over the naming of the 2023 Six Nations squad and Manchester City faces Spurs in the Premier League.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The body of a man who was discovered in a boarded up house in Mallow has been formally identified and the Lord Mayor of Cork City has called for a Knife Amnesty.
In Sport- Ireland Under 21 head coach Richie Murphy has named his squad for their upcoming Six Nations campaign and Leeds United are at home to Cardiff City in the Championship.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Former Consultant Dr Chris Luke says it's time CEO's and Politicians are held responsible for overcrowding in Hospitals and Gardai have launched an investigation after an alleged stabbing in Carrigaline last night.
In Sport- Liverpool play away to Wolves tonight and Cork City take on UCC in a friendly.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- LauraLynn Children’s Hospice are starting what will be their first full calendar year at their new Mallow hub and say they expect demand for the service to grow into 2023 and there were over 506 people without a bed in Irish Hospitals this morning.
In Sport- Cork Hurling boss says he's pleased with the way things are going for his team so far and the latest from the Australian Tennis Open.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A supervised injection centre in the City could help to prevent certain risks associated with drug use and a new survey shows that just 41 properties were available to rent under the Housing Assistance Payments scheme last month.
In Sport- The venues for both of the McGrath Cup games this weekend have changed and pressure is mounting on Chelsea boss Graham Potter after their loss to Fulham.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Junior Minister Damien English has resigned and today marks the 12 month anniversary of Ashling Murphy's death.
In Sport- Ballygibblen are on their way to Croke Park for the 2nd year in a row and Fullham host Chelsea in the Premier League tonight.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Some publicans will be focused on simply surviving between now and the start of the tourist season in March and nearly 700 children under the age of 14 have been hospitalised with the flu so far this winter.
In Sport- Owen Farrell is free to play in the Rugby Six Nations the semi-final lineup of the EFL Cup will be completed tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai are continuing to investigate the fatal assault of Matt O'Neill in Carrigaline and a postmortem is due to take place on the body of a man who died in a house fire in North Cork.
In Sport- The Canon O'Brien Cup takes place this evening and there are two quarter-finals this evening in the Carabao Cup.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- There are 489 people on trolleys in Hospitals across the country according to the INMO and treating certain illnesses through your doctor or pharmacy is becoming more difficult because of a lack of supplies.
In Sport- Lee Keegan has retired from intercounty Football and Owen Farrell could miss the start of England's Six Nations campaign.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A post mortem will take place later on the body of a man discovered in unexplained circumstances at an apartment in Mallow and a Cork primary school teacher who donated two new cars to Marymount says the effort that went into raising the money turned her life upside down.
In Sport- Cork Hurling selector Fergal Condon says there's a great atmosphere within their camp and former Chelsea player and manager Gianluca Vialli has died aged 58.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The number of patients waiting on trolleys has fallen compared to yesterday and Former Pope Benedict the 16th will be laid to rest today.
In Sport- Chelsea and Manchester City are going head to head in the Premier League tonight and Cork City have confirmed that David Harrington has left the club.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Over €45,000 has been raised to help the family of Bruna Fonseca to repatriate her body to Brazil and Overcrowding at Irish hospitals is expected to get worse before it gets better.
In Sport- There is a new World Darts Champion and there's also four Premier League Games kicking off tonight
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- 931 patients are without beds in Irish hospitals today according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation and 2 more men have been arrested by Gardai following multiple stabbings at Hotel Killarney which is being used as a direct provision centre in Co.Kerry.
In Sport- Michael van Gerwen says no one is going to stop him winning his 4th PDC World Darts Championship and Arsenal are at home to Newcastle in the Premier League.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Ian Bailey has reiterated that he is an innocent man on the 26th Anniversery of the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier and 8.24 pm is the averge time kids will go to bed on Christmas eve night.
In Sport- Liverpool crash out of the Carabao Cup and today is the final day of darts at Alexandra Palace.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A young girl from Glanmire has died from a rare form of Strep A and Private Sean Rooney has been remembered as a National Hero.
In Sport- Manchester United are through to the quarter- finals of the Carabao Cup and it was a disappointing night for Willie O'Connor at the PDC World Darts Championship.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Trooper Shane Kearney is currently being brought home from the Lebonon by Air Ambulance and 42 people are in Hospital in Cork this Christmas week.
In Sport- 3 more Carabao Cup last 16 ties are down for decision tonight and there's 3 Irish players playing in day 6 of the PDC World Darts Championship.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News - The Minister for Justice has described scences in Rathkeale yesterday as unacceptible and the number of patients waiting on trollys has reached a record high.
In Sport- In darts Cork's John O'Shea says he can't wait for his Alexander Palace debut and the Carabao Cup reaches the last 16 stage.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Electric Ireland is the second energy company to announce its forgoing profits and there's been a decline in over 50s availing of the latest covid 19 booster vaccine.
In Sport- Argentina are World Cup Champions and jockey Davy Russell has retired from riding.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Towns across North Cork are struggling to find GP's and those who are sick and vunrable need to let their energy providers know according to Saint Vincent De Paul
In Sport- Patrice Evra says he thinks the current French squad can dominate for years to come and Limerick's Willie O' Connor is in first round action in the PDC World Darts Championship tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Temperatures are expected to fall to as low as -5 degrees across Cork again tonight and an Irish Soldier has been killed in Lebanon.
In Sport- Munster coach Graham Rowntree says he will take the positives from their defeat to Toulouse and day one of PDC World Darts Championship gets underway.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork will be under another status Orange low temperature ice warning from this evening and Gardai are appealing for witnesses after a man died in a road collision in Millstreet.
In Sport- Messi has admitted that the World Cup Final will be the last World Cup game of his career and Morocco face France in the second World Cup semi-final tonight .
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A woman in her 50s has died overnight after being struck by a car in Co. Cork and a senior Garda says Sophie Toscan du Plantier deserves for the truth behind her murder to be uncovered.
In Sport- The first World Cup semi-final takes place tonight and Eddie Jones is to take charge of the Barbarians at Twickenham in May.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A status yellow temperature and ice warning remains in place for the whole country and 1 person has died following a helicopter crash in Co. Kildare
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland squad will be based in Brisbane for the Women's World Cup and Manchester City are looking to expand the capacity of their stadium to 60,000.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- There were turbulent scenes at an Oireachtas Committee meeting yesterday when the issue of the closure of the Owenacurra Centre was raised and the long awaited Macroom bypass is set to open today.
In Sport- The World Cup reaches the quarter-final stages today and Midleton host College Corinthians in the Munster Senior League.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Parents are being urged to be vigilant after a child died after contracting strep A and motorists are being warned of the hazardous driving conditions today.
In Sport- The FAI have been fined €20,000 for pro IRA chants by the Women's National team and Luis Enrique has stepped down as Spain's Manager.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Simon Community say they're facing the strongest demand for places at their shelter in their 51-year history and ministers are expected to sign off on 5 new surgical hubs for across the country.
In Sport- Cork's Saoirse Noonan says she is hopeful for her place on the plane to the World Cup and Katie McCabe is set to feature tonight in Arsenal's Champions League clash with Juventus.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Macroom bypass is due to open on December 9th and more Gardai will be on the streets of Cork over Christmas.
In Sport- Eddie Jones is no longer England's Rugby Manager and the final quarter final spots at the World Cup are up for grabs today.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Elaine Crowley chats about her involvement in the talking depression campaign and social welfare is now set to be linked to peoples past earnings.
In Sport- Warren Gatland is back as Wales manager and Cork City chairman Declan Carey has praised the work of FORAS.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The second day of Graham Dwyer's murder appeal gets underway today and a new bus service has been announced for North Cork.
In Sport- It's the final day of group action in the World Cup and Munster are away to Edinburgh in the URC.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The Sleeping Beauty panto is returning to Cork for a run of 67 shows and a new roadside drug testing system has been launched in Cork this morning.
In Sport- Damien Delaney thinks the new takeover of Cork City FC will be a good thing for the Club and more of the latest from Qatar.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime.
In News- The Health Minister says that his department has secured approval for the human tissues bill and toll charges could still increase in the new year.
In Sport- Reports that Ronan O'Gara is close to securing a new deal with La Rochelle and the latest from Qatar.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A man who pleaded guilty to murdering a 72-year-old grandmother in Doneraile will be sentenced next month and Cork County Council says a rise in inflation has forced it to increase business rates by 3.5 percent next year.
In Sport- England take on Wales in the World Cup tonight and in hockey Ireland have beaten Pakistan in the Nations Cup.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News - Rank and File Gardai believe they should remain unarmed and around 6000 babies are born each year with some disorder due to their mother's alcohol consumption during pregnancy.
In Sport- Cameroon have drawn 3-3 with Serbia in the World Cup and Dermot Usher wants to have Cork City competing in Europe in the coming years.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- There's been a jobs boost for the city with the news of 75 new jobs at Oxford and there are fears new interest rate hikes could be just the beginning for mortgage holders.
In Sport- Ireland's T20 World Cup clash with Afghanistan had to be abandoned and Finn Harps could be relegated to the First Division Tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The INMO are warning that hospital overcrowding could reach previously unknown levels this winter and Mortgage holders could be in for another increase following a meeting of the European Central Bank today.
In Sport- This year's football All-Stars selection and Tottenham boss believes VAR could cost his side a last 16 spot in the Champions League.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A group of Cost of living campaigners are set to protest outside a petrol station in the city this evening and Motorists are to face stiffer penalties for road traffic offences
In Sport- The Irish Cricket team have recorded an historic victory over England in the world cup in Australia and Liverpool are away to Ajax tonight in the Champions League tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Longer opening hours for pubs and clubs are being discussed today and people before property is calling on the government to buy vacant properties to reduce homelessness.
In Sport- Joey Carbery will train fully with the Irish Rugby squad this week and Manchester City face Dortmund in the champions league this evening.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Efforts to find accommodation for Ukrainian refugees arriving in Ireland is ongoing after the state ran out of places to house them and two new link roads will open at Dunkettle this afternoon.
In Sport- The Kick-off times for next year's world Cup in Australia have been confirmed and Shamrock Rovers could be crowned SSE Airtricity League Premier Division Champions tonight.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A delay in handing over documents seems to have stalled efforts to build an elective hospital in Cork for eight months and It's becoming clearer what Conservative MP's may be in the running to become the next British Prime Minister.
In Sport- Cork City will be officially crowned as First Division Champions tonight and Aston Villa are on the look out for a new manager.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Families impacted by the CUMH organ donation incineration scandal say they are growing increasingly frustrated and upset by continued delays on releasing a review into the matter and two Cork schools on the Northside are to merge and become Co-Ed.
In Sport- Excitement is building ahead of Sundays camogie final between Seandon and Sarsfield's and Chelsea are away to Paris Saint- Germain in the Champions League.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Road users are being advised to use extreme caution on the roads today following rain over night and this lunchtime and the Central Bank is to relax its mortgage lending rules from today.
In Sport- Erik Ten Hag is not going to say whether he'll start Ronaldo tonight against Tottenham and Andy Farrell will name his squad for the upcoming Autunm Internationals this afternoon.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A group opposed to flood defence plans for the city are due to take their fight to the supreme court tomorrow and Cork is amongst 9 counties under a status yellow rain warning for tomorrow.
In Sport- Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper says he knows he needs to get his newly assembled squad to gel quickly and 5 Irish Boxers can guarantee themselves medals at the European Elite Women's Championships.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- There are hopes that a vaccine against cancer could be rolled out before the end of the decade and Gardai are seeking the public’s help in locating a man missing from Togher since yesterday.
In Sport- St. Finbarr's are senior county hurling champions and an investigation is underway after coins were thrown from the crowd towards Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The INMO have welcomed the publication of a winter plan for Irish hospitals and but say extra staff need to be hired and Intenational Millionaires can buy Irish residency for €400,000.
In Sport- Manchester City are away to Liverpool on Sunday and Cork City play their final game of the season away to Athlone Town.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Thousands of students at MTU and UCC walked out of their classes at 11 minutes past 11 to highlight the high costs many third level students are facing and Bob Geldof has accepted an award presented by UCC's Law Society.
In Sport- Excitement is building ahead of the clash between City rivals St. Finbarr's and Blackrock and Shamrock Rovers are hosting Molde in the Europa Conference League.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork senator is calling of the health minister to do everything he can to speed up the introduction of legislation to govern the storing and disposal of Human tissue and Angela Lansbury passes away aged 96.
In Sport- The FAI have apologised for any offence caused after the Girls in Green were seen on social media chanting “ooh ah up the ‘Ra” in the aftermath of their victory over Scotland and Liverpool take on Rangers tonight in Ibrox in the Champions League.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A dedicated group of adoption service employees at Tulsa's Cork office are working to tear down the remnants of an adoption service based on secrecy and the first funeral for a victim of the Creeslough explosion will take place this morning, when 24 year old Jessica Gallagher is laid to rest.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland Women can qualify for the World Cup finals for the very first time tonight and Celtic will hold a minute silent tonight in memory of those who died in Cresslough.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A technical examination of the scene in Creeslough is continuing this afternoon and Gerry Hutch's trail is due to get underway next week.
In Sport- Aston Villa face Nottingham Forest in the Premier League and Dungourney are Co-op Superstores intermediate A Hurling Champions.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A West Cork hotelier says he could be facing energy bills of €90,000 at the end of the winter season and the HSE says it has been in regular communication with the residents of Garnish House and their temporary placement at the facility on the Western Road.
In Sport- Cork City could be confirmed as SSE Airtricity First Division champions tonight and Nottingham Forrest's Steve Cooper has signed a new contract with the club.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The fatal stabbing of Thomas Dooley in Tralee, Co. Kerry yesterday and a family run nursing home in North Cork, which has been operating since 1988, is to close its doors due to a number of “significant challenges”.
In Sport- Munster have issued a squad update ahead of their first interpro of the season against Connacht this weekend and the Republic of Ireland have dropped to 49th in the latest FIFA World Rankings.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Helen O'Connor speaks about her road to recovery after long covid and a young man from County Meath has been killed in Kharkiv, whilst fighting in the International Legion for the Defence of Ukraine.
In Sport- The PWC camogie All-Star Awards nominations have been revealed and Chelsea are at home to AC Milan.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Simon Community say they are regularly helping people living in private rented accommodation who are doing all they can to keep a roof over their heads but remain on the very edge of homelessness and households are likely to see another energy credit issued before Christmas, with two more to follow in the new year.
In Sport- Liverpool are at home to Rangers and in darts Daryl Gurney is in first round action at the World Grand Prix in Leister.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A young Cork man charged in relation to an incident in Fermoy last month is due to appear in court again next week and a murder investigation is continuing in West Belfast where a man was gunned down at a social club in broad daylight.
In Sport- Knocknagree and St. Michael's will contest the senior A Football Championship Final and Keeva Keenan has been called up to the World Cup play-off with either Scotland or Austria.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Five units of Cork City Fire Brigade have responded to an industrial fire in Mayfield Business Park and Gardaí have arrested a man in his 40s following a cannabis seizure in Cork.
In Sport- Vera Pauw has named her Republic of Ireland team to face either Austria or Scotland in the World Cup play-off and the latest clashes in the League of Ireland.
What you need top know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Five children were saved by Gardaí following a chase in Cork City last night and Gardaí are waiting on the post mortem examination results of the skeletal remains of a child that were found in east Cork last week.
In Sport- Tyson Fury has set a new deadline of the end of today for Anthony Joshua to fight him and in the Munster Senior League Premier Division Blarney United face Rockmount.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News - Cork Chamber say it’s not yet clear whether the €1.2 billion package of supports announced in yesterday’s Budget will be enough to support businesses through the winter and the Cork chair of the Irish Hotels Federation says the hospitality sector will be forced to pass the increased VAT rate onto customers when it’s reintroduced next year.
In Sport- A huge weekend of LGFA Finals and the Republic of Ireland beat Armenia 3-2 last night.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Publicly funded IVF,1000 new Gardaí and a €12 a week hike in social welfare are all part of the budget.
In Sport- The Boys in Green finish off their Nations League campaign against Armenia and the Republic of Ireland u21s take on Israel.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Cork City Fire Brigade tackled a blaze in Cork city for almost 12 hours yesterday morning and a man is to appear in court today, charged in connection with a number of criminal damage incidents in Fermoy in County Cork.
In Sport- Cork's Clare Shine retired from professional football yesterday and England round off their Nations League campaign tonight.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A 48 year old Woman has been remanded in custardy after being charged with the murders of two of her children and Staff from Enable Ireland’s Lavanagh Centre are protesting outside the centre today in a row over pay.
In Sport- The Ireland under 21s take on Israel and Leinster face Benetton in the URC this evening.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Homeowners attempting to switch their mortgages ahead of interest rate rises have been left waiting weeks, as banks struggle to handle the wave of applications and One in three properties available for rent in the area near UCC appear not to registered by landlords with the Residential Tenancies Board, according to the Magazine Road Residents association.
In Sport- It's been a good day for Ireland in the World Rowing Championships and Ronan O'Gara has been handed a six week touch line ban in France.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A support system for victims of domestic abuse say information is power and Disability and other services in the voluntary sector in Cork and four other counties will be disrupted as two days of rolling strike action begins today in a dispute over pay.
In Sport- Paul O’Donovan and Fintan McCarthy are safely through to the semi-final stage at the World Rowing Championships and Leanne Kiernan has been ruled out of the Republic of Ireland's world cup play off next month.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The cost of living crisis is hitting the pub trade hard according to the Vintners Association of Ireland and the UK is returning to a degree of normality with public mourning coming to an end.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland continue preparations for their upcoming Nations League games and Lydia Heaphy has progressed to the A/B semi-final of the World Rowing Championships.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Around three thousand people gathered in the city on Saturday for a cost-of-living protest and World leaders have joined the congregation at Westminster Abbey to say their final goodbyes to Britain's Queen Elizabeth II.
In Sport- The Munster Senior Cup Final takes place this evening and the latest from the World Rowing Championships.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A West Cork TD has hit out the decision to close seven mental health beds at Bantry General Hospital and An investigation has been launched by Gardai into the circumstances which led to an infant receiving critical injuries in Co Louth.
In Sport- A massive game for Cork City away to Galway United tonight and Cobh Ramblers take on Athlone Town.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The Chief Officer of Cork Kerry Community Healthcare is due to give his response to a petition to save the Owenacurra Centre later today and Cork University Hospital is to build two mobile operating theatres in a carpark on the campus.
In Sport- Three men have been arrested on a day of action by Gardai in relation to alleged match fixing in the League of Ireland and Shamrock Rovers play their 100th European game this evening.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Threshold is appealing to the Government to take urgent action to help alleviate the pressure on renters and Douglas Village Shopping Centre is for sale.
In Sport- Pep Guardiola is not concerned about the prospect of a fixture pileup later in the season and Manchester City's clash with Arsenal on the 19th has been postponed.
What you need to know Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Digs aren't a viable option say UCC students union and Gardai are warning third level students to be cautious of accommodation fraud.
In Sport- The launch of the new Basketball Ireland National Leagues took place this morning and Derry City are at home to Sligo Rovers tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Two cars have been involved in a serious collision on the Mallow Road and students in Cork are saying the accommodation crisis is having an impact their mental health.
In Sport- Cork City can secure promotion this week and the EFL fixture programme will return as scheduled tomorrow.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- An outpouring of sympathies following the death of the Queen of England and the 3 young people who died in their home in Dublin have been laid to rest.
In Sport- All Premier League fixtures have been postponed following the death of Queen Elizabeth and Cork City are away to Waterford.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Chamber says businesses are looking at every option possible in an effort to keep their doors open as energy prices continue to rise and Cork Business Association say they are in favour of turning on Christmas Lights in the City this year.
In Sport- Chelsea have reached a verbal agreement with Graham Potter to become their new manager and 3 Cork players have been nominated for PWC hurling All Stars
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The head of one of Cork's most respected charities says it's only a matter of time before people are found dead in their home's due to the cold and 22,000 blood donations are required over the next 8 weeks as the Irish Blood Transfusion Service warns that supplies of fresh blood are dwindling at hospitals around the country.
In Sport - Chelsea have sacked manager Thomas Tuchel and the latest Champions League fixtures.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Taoiseach says the Government will do everything it can to alleviate the pressure households are facing in terms of the cost of energy but has stopped short of saying that price caps will be introduced and a man has appeared in court charged with the murders of his siblings in Tallaght, in the early hours of Sunday morning.
In Sport- Ireland Women's manager Vera Pauw says her players are improving and Celtic are in Champions League group stage action tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The tragic deaths of three siblings in Tallaght and the death of 13 year-old Jack de Bromhead at a race in Co. Kerry.
In Sport- Cork City boss Colin Healy says he was frustrated with the referee following his teams 2-2 draw with Longford Town and Ben O'Connor is to be conferred as the Cork under 20 Hurling Manager at the next County committee meeting.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News - Thousands of Cork students collected their leaving cert results this morning and a West Cork Hotel is after receiving a monthly charge of €18,000 for electricity.
In Sport-The Girls in Green saw off Finland 1-0 in Tallaght and Cork City are at home to Longford tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Two Cork parents say they are living under constant battle conditions because they can't access disability services for their 17 year old son and Stephen Donnelly says he isn't considering his position as health minister.
In Sport- The Girls in Green are looking to secure a place at the World Cup play-offs and Cork City goalkeeper David Harrington could be on the move.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Tributes are being paid to a local couple who were killed in a crash in Co Cork yesterday and the passing of Mikhail Gorbachev.
In Sport- There's five games in the Premier League tonight and the Republic of Ireland striker Callum Robinson is reportedly in talks with Cardiff City.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A North Cork man is due in court again after being charged with attacking a woman in Dublin and a young couple were attacked in their home in Ballincollig overnight.
In Sport- Bournemouth have sacked their manager Scott Parker and Derry City are up to second in the SSE Airtricity Premier Division.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A hosepipe ban is coming into place in West Cork tonight from midnight and It's being reported that a new passport printer for Cork would cost up to €6 million.
In Sport- Steven Gerrard believes Aston Villa have the talent and quality to get better results and Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was attacked and robbed.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Attention is turning to who will replace Junior Minister Robert Troy following his resignation earlier this week and Householders are facing more increases next month when Panda Recycling puts up the cost of their bin service.
In Sport- Cork City are away to Derry in the second round of the FAI Cup tonight and Vera Pauw has named her squad for the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers.
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In News- Robert Troy resigns as Minister of State after a controversy and Youghal has the highest rate of vacant commercial buildings in Cork.
In Sport- The draw for the Champions League group stages and Shamrock Rovers are in European action.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- It's feared another large price hike in the energy sector could plunge large amounts of the country into energy poverty and a group representing Eastern Europeans in Cork says some Ukrainian refugees are struggling to deal with the trauma of being forced to flee their country.
In Sport- Munster are set to face world champions South Africa at Páirc Uí Chaoimh and Tomás Ó Sé has been appointed as the new manager of the Kerry under 20 footballers.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The NCT Centre in Blarney has one of the highest pass rates in the country and a young girl has died in England after being shot in her home last night.
In Sport- Manchester United claim a 2-1 victory over Liverpool and Kevin McStay is to take over as the Mayo Senior Football Manager.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A third children's disability services protest took place over the weekend in the city and Events have taken place in Cork to commemorate the life of Michael Collins who died one hundred years ago today.
In Sport- Manchester United face rivals Liverpool in the Premier League and the new Mayo Senior Football manager is expected to be confirmed tonight.
What you need to this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork mother says her son was waiting 18 months for a vital mental health care appointment despite an urgent referral from the child's GP and a man has been charged with the murder of 87 year old Thomas O'Halloran.
In Sport- Cork City are away to Cobh Ramblers and the latest from the European Athletics Championships.
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In News- More Gardaí are needed on the streets of Cork to prevent anti-social behaviour, that's according to the Chairman of the city’s Joint Policing Committee and It’s predicted that Cork will see population increase of 50,000 and the creation of 30,000 jobs over the next six years.
In Sport- Cork's Michelle Finn is into the final of the 3000 metre steeplechase at the European Championships and Shamrock Rovers are in European action.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai in Killarney are continuing to question a man in his 50’s in connection with the murder of 75 year old Miriam Burns and a relative of one of the residents of the Owneacurra Residential Mental Health facility has vowed to fight the HSE all the way.
In Sport- The latest from the European Athletics Championships and in Cricket Ireland face Afghanistan.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A woman who was found dead in her home in Kerry yesterday has been described as an elegant, warm person who had time for everyone and the housing minister says an An Bord Pleanála report may be published.
In Sport- The latest from the European Championships and Kevin O'Brien has retired from Cricket.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A woman has been hospitalized after an assault in the City last night and a status orange weather warning is in place.
In Sport - The latest from the European Athletic Championships and Cork City host Waterford at Turner's Cross.
What you need to know this Friday:
In News- Calls for mortgage terms to be extended for up to 50 years and there's a number of traffic arrangements in place for Westlife's gig in Páirc Uí Chaoimh.
In Sport- Cork City prepare for back to back Munster derbies at Turner's Cross and Davy Fitzgerald is the new Waterford Hurling manager.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A nationwide Status Yellow High Temperature Warning will be in effect from tomorrow and the ASTI insists it's entering pay talks in good faith, despite preparing a ballot for strike action over pay.
In Sport- Paul O' Donavan and Fintan McCarthy have won their European Championship heat in Munich and the Irish Cricket team are looking to build on their win over Afghanistan.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The Government has completely lost control of the rental market, according to Cork TD Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire and Ireland continues to have one of the highest mortgage rates in the eurozone.
In Sport- Cork City boss Colin Healy says he's not looking any further than Friday nights clash with Treaty United and the World Cup is set to start a day earlier than originally planned.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Irish Water are monitoring levels ahead of the hot weather and the Central Bank is calling on the department of finance to regulate ATM operators.
In Sport- Shamrock Rovers boss Stephen Bradley says they won't be going out just to defend their lead tonight and the Ireland Cricket team are looking to get their first win of the summer on the board.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The number of people on the Live Register fell slightly last month compared to June and Gardai are continuing to question a man in his 30's in North Dublin as part of a murder investigation.
In Sport- Erik ten Hag on Manchester United's 2-0 defeat to Brighton and Davy Fitzgerald's time with the Cork Senior Camogie team has come to an end.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A post-mortem is due to be carried out on a brother and sister who drowned in the sea off the Kerry coast yesterday evening and Cork City's Coroner is cycling from Galway to Cork to raise money for cancer research at CUH.
In Sport- Arsenal take on Crystal Palace in the Premier League and Cork City welcome Athlone Town to Turner's Cross.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The Taoiseach says it would be extremely difficult for Fianna Fáil to enter a coalition with Sinn Féin and the unemployment rate for July was 4.2%, a slight drop on the revised rate for June of 4.3%.
In Sport- Chelsea have completed the signing of Carney Chukwuemeka and Sligo Rovers and Shamrock Rovers are both in European action tonight.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- 600 jobs have been announced for Cork and an inmate at Mountjoy Prison has died after being attacked at the jail last week.
In Sport- The countdown is on to Sunday's All Ireland Camogie finals and Cork Senior Hurling boss Pat Ryan has confirmed his background team.
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In News- Farmers say new emissions targets will cause devastation in some rural communities and a man is due in court following an aggravated burglary in the city in March this year.
In Sport- Andy Farrell has signed a contract extension until 2025 and the first round of the FAI Cup gets underway tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- It's set to be one of the busiest weekends of the year at Cork Airport and Efforts to agree a carbon emissions target for the agriculture sector will begin again today.
In Sport- The re-development of Dalymount park is to be pushed back to 2026 and day 4 of the Galway Races gets underway.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The lack of specific placements for children in state care is being highlighted by a group who monitor Child Protection Orders in the courts and Efforts to agree emissions targets for the agriculture sector will begin again today.
In Sport- Donal O'Rourke is to join the Cork Senior Hurling background team and the IRFU are facing a case from former Irish players over claims they've suffered brain injuries.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News - A man who is hoping to be the first Irish person to sail solo around the world non-stop has left Crosshaven for the start line in France and Drivers will be faced with increased fines for breaking the law in a move to cut the number of fatalities on the roads.
In Sport - Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley insists they can maintain their interest in the Champions League qualifiers and Colm O'Rourke is set to be ratified as Meath's new Football Manager.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News - The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation says more need to be done to prevent assaults on frontline staff and a group of TDs and Senators say farmers are being unfairly blamed for the majority of the country's carbon emissions.
In Sport- Kerry have won Sam Maguire and Troy Parrott looks set to join Preston on loan.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork Green Party Councillor says people need to think of the long-term positives of the Bus Connects project rather than focusing on the short-term negatives.
In Sport- Cork City are away to Wexford and the Bon Secours Premier Senior Football Championship gets underway this evening.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The European Central Bank are set to hike interest rates in a move to tackle spiralling inflation and the cost of car ownership has risen sharply in the past two years according to new research by DoneDeal.
In Sport- Padraig Harrington says that Henrik Stenson's departure from the Ryder Cup won't affect the competition and Sligo Rovers and St Pat's are in both European action tonight
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The Government is preparing for a very significant flu season according to Stephen Donnelly and Dunnes Stores workers have logged a pay claim demanding a 7.7 percent pay increase.
In Sport- Cork Camogie are planning for their All Ireland semi-final against Waterford without Ashling Thompson and the World Athletics Championships continue in Oregon
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News - The owner of a busy store in Glounthaune says she has serious concerns about the layout of a cycle line in front of her business and the next Fianna Fáil leader needs to come from Dublin according to a former party TD.
In Sport- Cork are preparing for their All Ireland camogie semi-final next Sunday against Waterford and Shamrock Rovers Champions League qualifying campaign continues tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a 14 year old boy was stabbed in the City and a Fianna Fáil TD says he doesn’t believe Micheál Martin will lead the party into the next general election.
In Sport- Limerick are celebrating their fourth All Ireland Senior Hurling title in five years and Andy Farrell says there's a confidence in the Ireland squad that they can beat all-comers.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Ireland could be set for recording breaking temperatures this weekend as Met Eireann issues a status yellow warning and Gardai have seized drugs, cash and an imitation gun on a raid in a house in the City.
In Sport- A big game for Cork City as they face Galway United in a top of the table clash in Turner's Cross and St Pat's host Dundalk in the Premier Division.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News - Inflation is at it's highest in 38 years according to figures from the Central Statistics Office and Gormanstown Army Camp is to open on Monday to house Ukrainian Refugees.
In Sport- The Latest from the 150th Golf Open Championship and Colm Bonnar has been relieved from his duties as Tipperary Hurling Manager.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The government has said a proposed bill to cap rents would be unconstitutional and a Man and Woman arrested in connection with the murder of Lisa Thompson have been released without charge.
In Sport- Cork City are preparing for their top of the table clash with Galway United and the Cork under 16 Ladies Footballers are in All Ireland final action against Dublin.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Green Party leader Eamon Ryan says now is not the right time for a general election and the defence minister says increasing military spending is necessary.
In Sport- Ireland have defeated the Maori All Blacks and Nathan Collins is set to become the most expensive Irish Footballer of all time.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News - The government is to table a notion of confidence in itself tomorrow and people who work from home are in danger of suffering from burn out.
In Sport- Cork's Ladies Football Manager says he is bitterly disappointed with his team's exit and Paul Pogba has completed his return to Juventus.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork mother has spoken of the difficulties facing carers, Julie Anne Cunneen from Upper Glanmire says it is a constant struggle to secure supports for her and her son Liam.
In Sport- Sepp Blatter and Michel Platini have been acquitted of corruption and Cobh Ramblers take on Galway United.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Boris Johnson is the set down as British Prime Minister and households are line for the biggest drop in living standards in over a decade.
In Sport- Pat Ryan says the talent is there for the Rebels to be competing at the highest level and it's Women's semi-finals day at Wimbledon.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Back to school measures announced yesterday is not the end result according to the education minister and plans to covert the former St Kevin's Hospital into housing have been put on hold.
In Sport- Diarmuid O'Sullivan says the Cork management team have given everything over the past 3 years and the Women's European Championships are getting underway this evening.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork based fishing organisation says coastal communities will face “unfathomable” consequences if boats are forced to tie up due to increasing costs and Charlie Bird is to receive the freedom of Wicklow.
In Sport- Cork City sports takes place at MTU stadium this evening and Mauricio Pochettino is to leave Paris Saint Germain.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- There is a growing expectation the Budget will be brought forward to September, with a significant social welfare package on the cards and University College Cork and UPMC have announced a partnership to improve outcomes for patients.
In Sport- Is believed that Christian Eriksen has agreed to join Manchester United the Pro-Am gets underway at Adare Manor.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Incentives need to be introduced into the rental market in order to retain small landlords and fire crews dealt with a number incidents last night on bonfire night.
In Sport- Cork face Dublin in the All Ireland Football quarter final and Cork City host Cobh Ramblers at Turner's Cross.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The population of Cork City and county is up 7.1 percent and AIB and EBS have been hit with a fine of 96.7 million euro fine.
In Sport- Cork City boss Colin Healy says he wont take anything for granted against Cork City tomorrow night and the Women's PGA championship starts today.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Growing calls for the government to refocus aviation policy on Cork Airport and Cork taxi drivers would prefer to keep their fares down to compete with other forms of public transport.
In Sport- Sadio Mané has left Liverpool to join Munich and players who have joined the Live golf series will be allowed to complete at next month's open championship.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A couple in their 70s may have been dead for a year before being discovered yesterday afternoon in Co Tipperary and a senior Garda has rejected suggestions that people are afraid to visit Cork.
In Sport- Cork Ladies Football boss says they'll need to improve ahead of their clash with Waterford and Carberry and Muskerry go head to head in the Premier Senior Hurling Championship.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Cork is set to get another 24 hour bus service and the Taoiseach says it's still possible to strike a new pay deal for public sector workers.
In Sport- Bríd Stack will return to Australia for another AFLW season and Rory McIlroy is up to 2nd in the latest Golf world rankings.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- 1,000 calls were received last year by the Cork based Tabor Group addiction treatment centre seeking support from people and loved ones living with addiction and 300 new jobs are to be created in Cork over the next 12 months.
In Sport- Galway United face Bray in the first division this evening and in the Red FM Hurling League division 1 Blackrock face Douglas at 7.30
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In News- Protests as Micheál Martin arrived at the City Hall and Ryanair says it doesn't expect any ciaos for passengers despite strike action amongst it's staff.
In Sport- Stephanie Roche says she is delighted to be back on the Republic of Ireland squad and in the Premier League Manchester City are away to West Ham.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A popular podcaster and member of the LGBTI plus community says he is often scared for his and his friend's safety and Leo Varadkar has said some of the President's comments about housing in Ireland are true.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland women's squad have been named for their upcoming game against Georgia and Christian Eriksen has been linked with a move to Manchester United.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Plans to give electricity costumers money back on their bills is to be discussed in cabinet today and the home remains the most dangerous place for women in Irish society.
In Sport- Vincent Kompany is set to manager Burnley and Michael Obafemi is ruled out of Ireland's clash with Ukraine.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A cost of living protest is planned for Cork City on Saturday and the foreign affairs minister says the UK government plan to remove and alter the Northern Ireland protocol is deeply damaging.
In Sport- Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Erling Haaland and the Cork Senior Footballers will face Dublin in the All-Ireland quarter final.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The families whose babies’ organs were sent to Belgium with clinical waste by Cork University Maternity Hospital are staging a protest outside the hospital tomorrow and Saint Vincent De Paul say people who have never sought help in the past are now relying heavily on the charity.
In Sport- Cobh Ramblers are away to Cobh Town and Munster have reviled a full list of players who will be departing the province this month.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime
In News- Mary Crilly is set to receive the freedom of the City in a ceremony in Cork today and home owners on students carrying out state exams are being urged to pace themselves as pressure is set to increase.
In Sport- The Live Golf series gets underway in Hertfordshire today and Liverpool are to part ways with striker Divock Origi at the end of the month.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Parts of Cork City have become no go areas according to a local politician and more than 131,000 students are starting state exams this morning.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland are at home to Ukraine in the Nations League tonight and there's 7 races on the card at Cork Racecourse,Mallow
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Road Safety Authority is looking at ways of insuring that there's more visible poling on the Country's Roads and a funeral mass took place this morning to remember a mother from Douglas who died in a road accident on Friday evening.
In Sport- Dustin Johnson has quit the PGA tour and the Nations League continues tonight.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Infrastructure needs to be put in place for Ireland's growing population according to Conor O'Connell of the CIF and Pearse Doherty is calling on the government to rein in spiraling hotel prices in Dublin.
In Sport - Josh Cullen has been cleared to play for the Republic of Ireland in the Nations League opener tomorrow and Munster are away to Ulster in the URC quarter- final tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News - The family members of people who died due to an outbreak of covid at Ballynoe nursing home say the won't rest until they have answers and Johnny Depp has won his defamation case.
In Sport- The Munster team to start against Ulster in the URC has been named and Kerry could soon have a team playing in the league of Ireland.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A fishing vessel has down off the coast of Mizen Head and Dublin Airport is to introduce passenger holding areas for those who arrive too early for flights this weekend.
In Sport- Denis Leamy has been confirmed as Munster's new defence coach and Ukraine are in action against Scotland tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Penny Dinners say they're seriously concerned that the rising cost of living is affecting people's mental health and a senior government minister says there's no justification for the delays seen recently at Dublin Airport.
In Sport- Stephen Kenny says the Nations League could prove vital for his team's chance to qualify for the next European Championships and the redevelopment of Casement Park has moved a step closer.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The Health Minister says the government will sign off on the long proposed elective hospital in the coming weeks and Lisa Smith has been found guilty of being a member of ISIS.
In Sport - Cork City's home game against Waterford has been postponed and the latest from the European Boxing Championships.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The families of the residents at Owenacurra Mental Health Facility have cautiously welcomed the latest development from the HSE and Graham Dwyer still faces an uphill battle to overturn his conviction.
In Sport- Cork City are away to Galway United in division one and Leinster are at full strength for the Champions Cup Final tomorrow.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The families of residents in Owenacurra say they're more determine than ever to continue campaigning to keep the mental health facility open and the father of a girl shot in Texas during the week says his daughter died while trying to phone the police.
In Sport- David Harrington has received is first call up to the Republic of Ireland u21 squad and the Munster Senior Hurling Final has sold out in 11 minutes.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Joe Biden says it's time to turn the pain of another mass shooting into action and Cork City Council are set to purchase the Port of Cork quays.
In Sport- Cork City boss Colin Healy says they'll be travelling to Galway on Friday to take all 3 points and the Europa Conference League Final takes place tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A young woman is fighting for her life following a road traffic collision in Cork City and up to 30,000 hospital procedures will be cancelled due to a medical over the next two days.
In Sport- Cork boss Kieran Kingston says they didn't let criticism affect them and Kurt Zouma has pleaded guilty to kicking a Cat.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News - The Taoiseach has turned the sod on a new €290 million expansion at pharmaceutical company Merck in Carrigtwohill and Two men are being held at Garda stations in connection fatal stabbing in Co Kerry yesterday evening.
In Sport- Cork's Mark Coleman says he's proud of how they have turned their season around and Cork have been drawn against Louth in the Football qualifiers.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Katie Quilligan’s family say they can’t rest until they read a report into the incineration of their baby’s organs by Cork University Maternity Hospital and Gardai are investigating a public order incident in the City overnight.
In Sport- The Cork Camogie team are away to Wexford and Cork City are also at home to Wexford tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News - The rental market is in a state of crisis,with many landlords leaving the market which is adding to the pressure and medical scientists are planning a further 5 days of protests within the next fortnight.
In Sport- The Aviva stadium will host the Champions Cup and Challenge Cup Finals next year and Cork take on Tipperary in the Minor Munster Football Championship.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Medical Scientists are to take industrial action and Jamie reports on new skills being picked up by Cork Prisoners preparing them for the outside world.
In Sport- Rangers fans are being warned to behave themselves ahead of the Europa League Final and 10 men have been arrested by Gardai in relation to alleged match fixing in the League of Ireland.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Karen Harrington has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Santina Cawley and 73 childcare services in the City and County have closed since 2017.
In Sport- Liverpool are away to Southampton in the Premiere League and the latest fixtures in division one of the Red FM Hurling League.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- There are calls for the National Maternity Site to be put into state ownership and Boris Johnson is travelling to Belfast today for meetings with Stormont Politicians.
In Sport- Kieran Kingston on Cork's win over Waterford and Arsenal are away to Newcastle United tonight.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News - The charging of the jury in the trial of the woman accused of murdering Santina Cawley continues today and Inflation has hit its highest level since 2000, prompting call for more to be done to help people struggling with the cost of living.
In Sport- Cobh Ramblers are away to Waterford in the first division and Liverpool are without Fabinho for the FA Final.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Former Debenhams staff from Cork protested outside the Dáil earlier today in an effort to get the so-called Debenhams Bill back on the agenda and the controversy over the National Maternity Hospital continues to rumble on.
In Sport- The Rugby World Cup in 2031 is to be held in the USA and the fixture details of Ireland's Autumn Nations games have been confirmed.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News - A Corkman has been awarded €300,000 after he was struck by a driver on the first night of his holiday in Malta and social media is making it difficult for referees,sporting officials and players to escape abuse from spectators.
In Sport- Frank Lampard has warned that nothing is done yet in Everton's fight against Premier League relegation and Manchester City are away to Wolves.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A man and woman have been arrested following a drug seizure in Cork last night and public representatives say postmasters pay most be addressed.
In Sport- Rockmount Football Club are looking to complete a historic double this week and Liverpool are away to Aston Villa tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The DUP has been accused of holding the Northern Ireland assembly to ransom and Vladimir Putin has blamed the west for the war in Ukraine.
In Sport- Former Munster player Tomás O'Leary says Munster can be proud of their performance against Toulouse and Cork City are in action against Treaty United.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Micheál Martin has warned that the economy will face challenges due to rise in inflation and the war in Ukraine and a protest is taking place today in the city,calling for the crisis within children's disability services to be tackled quickly.
In Sport- John Cleary takes charge of the Rebels for their clash with Kerry tomorrow and Cork City are away to Athlone tonight.
What you need to do this Thursday lunchtime:
In News - A man who made a threat to set fire to a UK MP from his home in Cork has avoided jail and protests are to take place in relation to the cost of living.
In Sport- Real Madrid and Liverpool will face each other in the Champions League final and West Ham are in Europa League action against Eintracht Frankfurt tonight.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Sinn Féin is to introduce a bill in the Dáil later, which it says will protect renters in Carrigaline from uncontrolled rent hikes and locals in Blarney are to protest next Monday to try and save Blarney post office.
In Sport- Cork are gearing up for their clash with Kerry in the Munster Senior Football Championship semi-final and Tipperary face Limerick in the under 20 Munster Hurling Championship final this evening.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Calls for a dedicated mental health ambulance in Cork and healthcare workers in the community sector are to protest today for better pay and conditions.
In Sport- Kerry boss Jack O'Connor says they are expecting a battle against Cork this weekend and Cork face Clare in the Munster Minor Hurling Championship final tonight.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A group of residents from a mental health facility in East Cork are to deliver a letter to the Taoiseach’s constituency office this afternoon and this week is National Organ Donation Awareness week.
In Sport- Munster host Cardiff at Musgrave Park and in football Cork City are also at home to Longford.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The father of a two-year-old toddler, who was found with serious injuries in the home of a woman accused of murdering her, gave evidence at court in Cork today and Today is International Worker’s Memorial Day, which remembers those who have been killed or seriously injured in work-related incidents.
In Sport- Manchester United are home to Chelsea in the Premier League and the Europa League semi- finals take place this evening.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork City is the second highest average rent for new tenancies in the country and Cork's Red FM have now become Ed FM ahead of Ed Sheeran returning to Leeside.
In Sport- Cork's under 20 Hurlers take on Tipperary this evening and Liverpool continue their bid for the quadruple.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Apple is to create a new engineering and test facility in Cork and summer bookings at an East Cork Hotel have been cancelled.
In Sport- Dave Kilcoyne has been ruled out for the rest of his season with Munster and Manchester City take on Real Madrid in the Champions League.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A Spanish man has been arrested following the brutal murder of a homeless man believed to be from Cork in the Costa Del Sol last month and Jozef Puska who is accused of murdering Ashling Murphy will stand trial on June 6th next year.
In Sport- The Munster under 20 Football Championship Final takes place this evening with Cork taking on Kerry and Liverpool beat Everton 2-0 in the Merseyside derby.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork woman whose stalker was jailed for seven years says new anti-stalking laws will act as a huge deterrent and lead to more people coming forward to report that they have been victims of stalking and 70 Ukrainian refugees arrived at the Green Glens arena in Millstreet last night.
In Sport - Man Utd have appointed Erik Ten Hag as their new manager and Burnley are at home to Southampton.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A local woman who had a lucky escape after a car flipped onto it’s roof on Blarney Street in the city says the council must act to make the street safer and plans for the €600 million Busconnects for Cork City are to be announced today.
In Sport- Man City are looking to return to the top of the Premier League with a victory over Brighton and Cork take on Limerick in the under 20 Munster Hurling Championship.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Association of Secondary School Teachers of Ireland are threatening industrial action unless pay is increased and a major investment has been announced for Ireland's Regional Airports.
In Sport- Liverpool are at home to Manchester United and Fulham are looking for promotion to the Premier League.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Motorists are being warned that Gardai will be out in force on the roads over the Bank holiday weekend and Vigils are being organised to commemorate the lives of two men who were killed in Sligo.
In Sport- Sean Dyche has been sacked as Burnley manager and Cork City are at home to Bray.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Spanish police are investigating the death of a man who is believed to be from Cork and Hospital doctors are warning of burnout ahead of a ballot for industrial action.
In Sport- West Ham travel to Lyon this evening for the Europa League while Liverpool and Man City both booked a place in the Champions League semi-finals.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Two separate murder investigations are underway in Sligo and a Ukrainian refugee now living in Cork has spoken about how she's obsessed about finding out about what's happening at home.
In Sport- Liverpool boss Jürgen is hopeful they can use the home crowd to their advantage tonight and Rúben Dias could return for Manchester City.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A reward of $5m is being offered by US officials for information that can lead to the conviction of leading members of the Kinahan organised crime gang and further measures to ease the pressure of higher energy prices are set to be rubber stamped by Government tomorrow.
In Sport - Graham Roundtree is announced as the new head coach with Munster and the Republic of Ireland Women are in action tonight against Sweden.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The European Union is drafting proposals for a possible embargo on Russian oil and 30 new manufacturing jobs have been announced for Cork.
In Sport- Excitement is building for the opening weekend of the Munster Senior Hurling championship and the Minor Hurling team to face Limerick in round 2 of the Championship has been announced.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- On her visit to Cork yesterday the Ukrainian Ambassador spoke of the horrors going on in her Country and the Taoiseach has called on the secondment of Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan to Trinity College to be paused pending a reassessment.
In Sport- The latest from the Masters in Augusta and Cobh Ramblers face Waterford in the SSE Airticity League first division.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Penney Dinners has called on the government to take action on rising bills and the number of prisoners at Cork Prison testing positive for covid 19 has trebled since Monday.
In Sport- Tiger Woods returns to Augusta just 14 months after suffering life threatening injuries in a car crash and West Ham are in action tonight in the Europa League last 8.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has made a historic address to the Dáil and Seanad and the Family of Ashling Murphy have set up a trust fund in her memory.
In Sport- Munster are preparing for their Champions Cup clash with Exeter and the Cork Minor Hurlers had a comfortable win over Kerry.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The European Court of Justice has just ruled in favour of Graham Dwyer’s arguments against the legality of a law governing the retention of phone traffic and location data and the Pandemic Unemployment Payment officially winds down today.
In Sport- The latest ahead of the Masters at Augusta and the Cork Minor Hurlers are in action against Kerry.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The Taoiseach says it makes sense for people to try and conserve energy to deal with the cost of living increases and the Foreign Affairs Minister says the latest scenes coming from Ukraine are about as awful as you could imagine.
In Sport- Arsenal take on Crystal Palace in the Premier League and Derry City face UCD in the SSE Airtricity League Premier Division.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A 45-year-old man has been remanded in custody after he was charged with making a threat to kill a woman in Skibbereen earlier this week and a Cork TD says he is “incredibly disappointed” at the lack of progress on a new building for a secondary school in the city.
In Sport- Vera Pauw has selected 27 players to make up her Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team squad for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifier away to Sweden and property developers Brian and Luke Comer are to take over Galway Utd.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation say frontline healthcare workers at hospitals in Cork are under ‘extreme pressure’ due to overcrowding and the proposed route for the Cork to Limerick motorway is set to be reviled today.
In Sport- Cork GAA and the senior football management have expressed their willingness for the Munster Senior Football Championship semi- final to be played in Cork and the Republic of Ireland beat Lithuania 1-0.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork will not be hosting the America's Cup in 2024 and a private hospital group is creating 450 new jobs with 80 of those positions in Cork.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland are at home to Lithuania this evening and Portugal host North Macedonia in their World Cup Qualifying Campaign.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A man has been charged in connection with a stabbing in Carrigaline and Gardai are appealing for witnesses with any information to an aggravated burglary in the city to come forward.
In Sport- The Irish Women's Rugby team are re-grouping after their opening round Six Nations defeat and the Republic of Ireland squad train today ahead of their friendly against Lithuania.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Up to 180 new full-time jobs are being created at a Johnson and Johnson plant in Cork and a World Health Organisation expert says face-masks and social distancing should return in confined places in Ireland.
In Sport- Cork City welcome Athlone Town to Turner's Cross and Bruno Fernandes is set to sign a new 5 year deal with Man Utd.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The Finance Minister is looking at examining new measures to ease the rising costs for middle income earners and the Chief Medical Officer has said there's no need for the re- introduction to covid restrictions.
In Sport- Bristol City goalkeeper Max O’Leary has been called up to the Republic of Ireland squad for the friendlies with Belgium and Lithuania and Wales are still in the hunt for their first World Cup appearance since 1958.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- It’s has been announced today that Special Needs students in Cork are to receive a welcome boost – with a further 65 school places to become available from September and Ireland is set to witness inflation not seen since 1984.
In Sport- Republic of Ireland boss Stephen Kenny says there's more to come from Troy Parrott and the Republic of Ireland under 19s face England in their European Championship qualifying campaign.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The operator of the State’s electricity grid says extra short or medium-term measures could be needed to protect supply due to the Ukraine crisis and a rural GP says almost two thirds of people who are presenting to her clinic have had Covid in the past few weeks.
In Sport- Cork's Alan Browne is hoping for a regular starting spot with the Republic of Ireland and Billy Hennessy has left the Cork Football panel.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Ukrainian forces in the port city of Mariupol are refusing to stop fighting, after rejecting an offer from Russia to surrender and a fundraiser set up to raise funds for a West Cork teenager has reached over €130,000 in two days.
In Sport- Liverpool and Manchester City will meet in the semi-final of the FA Cup and Cork will face Kilkenny in the National Hurling League semi-final.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The Finance Minister says the government cannot cover all of the extra costs being faced by people and bussiness this year and the lack of supports for the haulage industry is forcing many businesses to park up thier trucks.
In Sport- Mancester United are kicked out of the Champions League and Benfica had a 1-0 win over Ajax.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The HSE says it will continue to monitor carefully the rise in covid 19 cases in hospitals which is at its highest levels since the 12th of January and at least 3 residential blocks have been hit during a fresh round of attacks in Kiev.
In Sport- Cheltenham gets underway today and Manchester united bid to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The cost of petrol and diesel continues to be a worry for many, with some experts warning prices could still increase significantly.
In Sport- Cork City welcome Waterford to Turner's Cross and Cobh Ramblers travel to Athlone Town.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Russian forces have cut electricity, gas and water supplies in Mariupol and Gardai are appealing for information following a burglary in Youghal on Tuesday.
In Sport- Cork City take on fellow Leesiders Cobh Ramblers and France face Wales in the Six Nations.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A team of bus drivers are driving to the Ukraianian border next week to deliver aid and will return to Cork with refugees and the Irish Road Haulage Association says a very serious protest by truck drivers will take place if the industry doesn't get more government support.
In Sport- Andy Farrell has named his team to face England this weekend and Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has had his assets frozen by the UK government.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Cabinet is expected to sign off on a cut to prices on fuel and Gardai in the City are appealing for witnesses to an assault last week.
In Sport- Ireland are continuing the preparation for Saturday's Six Nation match with England and Manchester City are at home to Sporting Lisbon.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Over 4000 people in Ireland have already offered a spare room or vacant property for Ukrainian refugees and Leo Varadkar says the crisis means that things will be challenging here for a while.
In Sport- England Ruby coach Eddie Jones says Ireland are favourites for this weekend's game and Liverpool's hunt for a quadruple continues tonight at Anfield.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Approximately 1800 Ukrainian refugees have arrived into Ireland with that number set to increase rapidly and the President of Ukraine has called for further sanctions and a ban on Russian oil if the conflict worsens.
In Sport- Jeremy Loughman has been called up to the Ireland squad ahead of Ireland's Six Nations clash with England and Everton play away to Spurs.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The inquest into the death of a young man records a verdict of death by misadventure and a leading national Travellers Rights group has supported a call on comedian Jimmy Carr by the Cork based Traveller Visibility Group to meet them when he performs in Cork in May.
In Sport- Cobh Ramblers take on Treaty United in the First Division and St Patrick's Athlete face Shamrock Rovers in the Premier Division.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A north Cork hotel has been ordered to pay €22,000 for discriminating against a Traveller family and Ivana Bacik is the favourite to become the next leader of the labour party.
In Sport- Andrew Porter has been ruled out of the rest of the Six Nations Championship and the draw for the FA Cup Quarter-Finals will take place tonight.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A Ukrainian researcher living in Cork has spoken of the helplessness and guilt she feels at not being able to do anything to help her family and the Lord Mayor of the City Cllr Colm Kelleher organised an anti-war protest today in Bishop Lucey Park.
In Sport- Jürgen Klopp is playing down any talks of a quadruple for Liverpool and Celtic take on St Mirren tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The husband of a Woman at Ballynoe Nursing Home in White's Cross has launched a wrongful death claim and a Ukrainian Woman living in Crosshaven says she is delighted her mother is safe with her in Cork.
In Sport- James O’Connor has been confirmed as the new Midleton senior hurling manager and 11 Irish players have been released to their provinces for this weekends URC fixtures.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Russia and Ukraine are to meet for delegation talks and asymptomatic close contacts of covid cases are no longer required to test,self-isolate or restrict their movements unless they work in healthcare .
In Sport- Cork boss Keith Ricken says his side will keep fighting as they look to avoid relegation and the English and Scottish Football Associations say they won't play matches against Russia.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Almost 140 people have been killed in Ukraine, and 100,000 civilians have fled their homes and Clare TD Violet-Anne Wynne has resigned from Sinn Féin.
In Sport- Cork City play their first home game of the new league season tonight and Cobh Ramblers are at home to Wexford.
What you need to know Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Russia launches military operations in Ukraine and the traveller visibility group has called on Jimmy Carr to meet with them.
In Sport- Ireland's Rugby captain Johnny Sexton says they won't be looking past Italy this weekend and Liverpool beat Leeds 6-0 in the Premier League last night.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- An inquest into the death of a young Corkman who fell into a blowhole in Garretstown has recorded a verdict of accidental death and a Cork pensioner who was held at knifepoint with her brother has appealed to the public for information to help track down the culprit.
In Sport- Manchester United are away to Atlético Madrid in the Champions League and Liverpool welcome Leeds to Anfield in the Premier League
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A former scout leader who indecently assaulted a 13 year old boy in the 1980s has been jailed for one year and a young woman whose husband died just weeks after their wedding is raising money for a Cancer charity with a special auction.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland Ladies face Wales in the Pinatar Cup and Chelsea take on Lille in the Champions League.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Irish School Secretaries say they're prepared to go on strike for fair pay and A Cork man has died after an incident at the Killarney Forest Rally yesterday.
In Sport- Cork City's Dylan McGlade says confidence is high in the City camp and James Lowe has been added to the Ireland squad ahead of this weekends clash with Italy.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- More than 36,000 homes and businesses across Cork are without power as storm Eunice tracked eastwards across the county and a yellow snow and ice warning for the entire country has been extended until 10 tomorrow morning.
In Sport- Cork City will still face Bray Wanderers at the Carlisle Grounds tonight and Munster take on Edinburgh in Thomand Park.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A status red wind warning may be issued for tomorrow as storm Eunice arrives in Ireland and lifting the legal requirements for facemasks in shops, schools and public transport is to be considered by public health officials today.
In Sport- Liverpool defeat Inter Milan 2-0 and in the Munster Schools Senior Cup semi-final Pres take on old rivals Christians.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Jamie O'Hara reports on the grief felt by those who had loved ones that died in Nursing Homes during the pandemic.
In Sport- Liverpool play away to Inter Milan this evening and Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team will get their Pinatar Cup campaign underway today.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News - The Farmers protest at Dunnes has been lifted after the supermarket agreed to enter talks and UCC is the first college in Ireland to create the role of neighbourhood support officer.
In Sport- Ralph Rangnick says that Manchester United finishing 4th in the Premier League has to be their most realistic target and the Champions League resumes this evening.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai are appealing for witnesses after an elderly couple were threatened at knife point in Gurranabraher yesterday and the Minister for Foreign Affairs has called for diplomacy in an effort to avert a military conflict in Ukraine.
In Sport- Andy Farrell says he will look for the positives in Ireland's loss over France and Newcastle could face a spell without their new signing Kieran Trippier.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Cork City Coroners Court has heard that "a tsunami of grief"engulfed the City in the wake of the tragic death of a young boy and the Finance Minister is denying that a cut to the Universal Social Charge would have been a better way to help people with higher living costs.
In Sport- The countdown is on for Ireland's Six Nations game with France and the Ireland under 20s face France in Provence.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A man in his 40s has been charged with two counts of attempted sexual exploitation of a 14 year old girl and a nurses union says the situation in public hospitals has become “extremely dangerous” due to “out of control” overcrowding.
In Sport- Johnny Sexton is out of Ireland's trip to France in the Six Nations and Roy Keane has turned down the vacant managerial job at Sunderland according to reports.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- UCC Students Union say they helped five female students whose drinks were spiked last week and a new report predicts rents will continue to rise this year due to a lack of supply.
In Sport- Man City take on Brentford in the Premier League and Chelsea are in Club World Cup semi-final action today.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- A man in his 30’s has been arrested in connection with an assault on a teenage girl in Cork and plans for a new cable car and visitor centre for Dursey Island are due to be challenged in the high court.
In Sport- Everton play away Newcastle tonight before hosting Leeds on Saturday and Shane Ronayne has named a 39 player squad for the Cork's upcoming Lidl Ladies National Football League campaign.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Four derelict buildings on North Main Street are to be acquired by Cork City Council and calls have been made for an upgrade to a waste treatment facility in a West Cork village.
In Sport- The football associations of Ireland and Britain won’t be bidding to host the World Cup in 2030 and Cork boss Kieran Kingston chats after his sides win over the Clare Hurlers.
In News - Criticism of the Government over Russian military exercise, calls for caution ahead of people going back to work & an 8 year olds burning desire to join the fire service .
In Sport - Mourne Abbey will bounce back, Christian Eriksen signs for Brentford and F1 to make Covid 19 vaccines mandatory.
In News- A Garda investigate stabbing in the city, Gardai in West Cork are treating the death of a toddler as a tragic accident and €20,000 of cannabis is seized in Fermoy.
In Sport - Owen Farrell is ruled out of the Six Nations, the latest from the Australian Open and there's SPL action tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The State has conceded defeat in the Judicial Review taken by Save Our Bride Otters of the Blackpool Flood Relief Scheme and concerns having been raised in the City over plans to tackle flooding.
In Sport- Keith Ricken is well aware that getting Cork back to the top is a long tern project and Roy Hodgson is set to become the new manager for Watford.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A Youghal Woman who was the victim of stalking says she's not surprised by the outpouring of emotion around the country and the world following the murder of Ashling Murphy and the INMO will meet with the Mercy University Hospital on Thursday to discuss Covid-19 patients being kept temporarily in their Emergency Department.
In Sport- Ballygiblin are bound for Croke Park and Seamus Power has moved above Shane Lowry in the latest golf world rankings.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A Youghal Woman who was the victim of stalking has described how she carries out a "Risk Assessment " before going to the shop and the cabinet will sign off on the lifting of most covid restrictions when it meets today.
In Sport- Norwich face Watford tonight and it's National Cup Final weekend in Basketball as UCC Demons take on UCD Marion.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A 31 year old man has been remanded in custardy after being charged with the murder of Ashling Murphy and a key meeting of the advisory group on planning for states exams is due to take place today.
In Sport- Andy Murray has been knocked out of the Australian Open and Paul Galvin is set to join the Kildare football management team.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News - 30,000 vehicles per day use the N25 at Carrigtwohill and the County Council says a decision not to allocate funds for a major upgrade of the road is a “mistake”and the Sports Minister says he expects full capacity crowds at the National Leagues and Ireland’s Six Nations opening fixtures.
In Sport- UCC face Mary Immaculate College in Limerick in the Fitzgibbon Cup and Andy Farrell is to name his team for the Six Nations Championship.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Schools across Ireland observed a minutes silence at 11 this morning as Ashling Murphy was laid to rest and a Cork man who raped and sexually assaulted his sister is jailed for 7 years.
In Sport- Munster have confirmed that defence coach JP Ferreira will leave the province at the end of the season and the meeting of Burnley and Watford postponed.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai investigating the murder of Ashling Murphy are still waiting to speak to their main suspect, who’s currently in hospital and a motorcyclist in his 70’s is in a serious condition after a crash just off the Dunkettle Interchange
yesterday evening.
In Sport- For the first time since 1986 St Finbarr’s are the AIB Munster Club Football Champions and Mourneabbey are into the Ladies Football Final.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Demands for chance after the murder of Ashling Murphy and new rules around close contacts and testing are to be brought in today.
In Sport- Munster are away to Castre today in the European Champions Cup and UCC and Cork go head to head in the Cannon O'Brien Cup.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Locals and business owners in Bantry will breathe a sigh of relief when flood defence works in Bantry are completed and tributes are being paid to 22 year old Ashling Murphy, who was killed while out for a run in Co. Offaly yesterday afternoon.
In Sport- Liverpool face Arsenal in Anfield tonight and in cricket Ireland face the West Indies.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork publican is anticipating that the next few months will be a struggle for his industry and Mandate say new close contact rules will come as a huge relief to many employers.
In Sport- Simon Zebo will face a disciplinary committee today and MTU Cork take on UCC in the Sigerson Cup.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Taoiseach says the issue of in person exams for secondary schools will be kept under review and Cork Life Centre's Don O’Leary, has been announced as one of the recipients of the 2022 Lord Mayor’s Civic Awards.
In Sport- The Barrs are preparing for the Munster Senior Club football final and Cork are looking to book a place in the McGrath cup final this evening.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Housing costs are expected to push more Cork families into poverty and NPHET is planning to discuss whether mandatory vaccination for Covid-19 should be introduced.
In Sport- Novak Djokovic has won his court case to appeal the Australian Government’s cancellation of his visa, meaning he is now free to play in the Australian Open and Aston Villa are away to Manchester United tonight.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Tributes have been paid to a Corkman who drowned while rescuing his son in Australia and the funeral of Aoife Beary has been told she didn’t allow the tragedy of the balcony collapse in Berkeley to define her life.
In Sport- Cork's Brid Stack is to make her Australian Football League debut this weekend and Aston Villa have confirmed the signing of Philippe Coutinho.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Some schools could be forced to close in the coming days due to lack of staff and the owner of a chain of Supervalu supermarkets says the reliance of businesses on students and less experienced staff needs to be examined.
In Sport- Novak Djokovic is to remain in Australia in a quarantine Hotel and until at least Monday and Chelsea defeated London rivals Tottenham 2-0 last night.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The education minister admits the re-opening of schools will not be without challenge and illness due to covid 19 and new isolation rules are having an impact on essential services.
In Sport- Ross Tierney says a desire to get into the Republic of Ireland squad played a part in his decision to join Motherwell and Chelsea and Spurs meet tonight in the League Cup.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The rules around close contacts and self-isolation for confirmed cases will be discussed later today and the price of houses in the city and county continue to rise according to the latest report from MyHome.ie
In Sport- Defender Luke Shaw has questioned the mentality inside Manchester United's dressing room and Pat Spillane Jnr is set to join the Sligo Senior Football panel.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- One of the first journalists at the scene of the Sophie Toscan du Plantier killing believes the case will still be solved and today is expected to be the busiest shopping day of Christmas, with consumers expected to spend over 7 million euro an hour.
In Sport- Liverpool booked their place in the semi-final of the Carabao Cup and Celtic were held to a 0-0 draw to St Mirren.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai are questioning a teenager in relation to a number incidents in Carrigaline on Saturday night and it could take up to 10 years for the hospitality sector to fully recover from the pandemic.
In Sport- Arsenal are into the semi- final of the Carabao Cup and Manchester United are set to appoint Ewan Sharp to their coaching staff.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Chief Medical Officer says covid cases are rising sharply among young adults due to the Omincron variant and we speak to traders in Cork City in the build up to Christmas.
In Sport- The Premier League is set to continue with its set fixtures and Phil Foden and Jack Grealish have been warned about their behaviour after they reportedly turned up to training in poor condition.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News - The Tánaiste says there are no plans to bring in a lockdown after Christmas and Gardai have appealed for information and camera footage following a serious assault in Mayfield.
In Sport- The Barrs are into the Munster Senior Club Football final and Liverpool draw 2-2 away to Tottenham.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The hospitality sector and the general public are awaiting an announcement regarding Covid restrictions this evening and A West Cork doctor is asking people to prioritise booster jabs over Christmas shopping as the Omicron Variant spreads.
In Sport- The IRFU have stated that they will fully publish the 2 independent reviews currently being undertaken into Women's Rugby and Ronan O'Gara has turned down the chance to coach Munster for now.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Penny Dinners say there is an urgent need for female-only homeless centres and services and NPHET is expected to recommend more restrictions.
In Sport- Mercedes have withdrawn their appeal against the result of Sunday’s title deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Liverpool are at home to Newcastle United tonight at 8.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- €13.7 million in state funding has been announced for Cork Airport and the HSE says they are not ‘weaponising’ a report on the Owenacurra Mental Health Centre in Midleton as a way of closing it.
In Sport- Munster say they are working on finding a replacement for Johann van Graan and Steph Curry became the NBA’s all time leader in three pointers last night.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Almost six years since the sod-turning ceremony, detailed design work on the Cork Event Centre project has finally begun and Childline expect to answer up to 15,000 calls during Christmas week.
In Sport- Johann van Graan will be departing from Munster at the end of the season and Manchester United v Brentford is off as a result of a covid 19 outbreak within the United squad.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The rollout of vaccines for Children aged 5-11 is expected to form part of an updated vaccination program to be announced later this week and a French multinational group set to run the proposed Rehab Hospital in the south docks is looking at further opportunities in Cork.
In Sport- Midleton were beaten yesterday in the Munster Club Hurling Championship semi-final and Mourneabbey are into the All-Ireland Ladies Football Championship semi-final.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A British author says he believes the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier could be solved soon and the government is considering a 100 euro cut to electricity bills next year.
In Sport- 3 Corkmen are to make their debut for Munster against Wasps on Sunday and Inch Rovers are in action of the Munster Senior B Ladies Championship final tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- New financial supports for the hospitality and live events sectors will be announced later today and the number of people seeking help from the Simon Community increases.
In Sport- The PWC GAA/GPA Hurling All Star team has been named – and no Cork player features in it and Tottenham’s fixture plans have been thrown up in the air with up to six players believed to have tested positive for coronavirus.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Council crews have been out across the city and county since early morning as the clean-up operation gets underway following Storm Barra and ESB crews are hoping to restore power to most of the 60,000 homes and businesses who’ve lost supply by the end of today.
In Sport- Mourneabbey Ladies Football Club are preparing for the championship club final and Manchester City and Chelsea progress to the knockout stages of the Champions League.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Gardai have launched an investigation after a woman fell from a height in the city centre this morning and Cork city and county are battered by Storm Barra.
In Sport- Everton had a 2-0 win over Arsenal last night and Liverpool are away to A.C Milan tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The Entertainment industry says the governments treatment of it is highly disrespectful and a booster campaign for over 50's may begin sooner than planned.
In Sport- Tomás Mulcahy has paid tribute to his former team-mate Seanie o' Leary and Everton take on Arsenal in the Premier League tonight at 8.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The Regional Health Forum for the South has heard that ambulances in West Cork are being sent to calls in Kerry and Waterford elsewhere limits on the numbers of households allowed to mix may be reintroduced.
In Sport- Ralph Rangnick hoping to stay with Manchester United until beyond next summer and Cork CEO Kevin O'Donovan says the current All-Ireland football Championship is not fit for purpose.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A young woman whose sexual assault was filmed by members of the public says she can't understand how her attacker thought he could take so much from her and the Vintners Association of Ireland has described cuts to the Employment Wage Subsidy Scheme as scandalous.
In Sport- Everton are now eight games without a win and Manchester United are at home to Arsenal.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The education minister says children who don't wear face masks to school will be sent home and the brother of a Fermoy man who died suddenly while playing a game of soccer says it was incredibly difficult to come to terms with his death.
In Sport- Katie McCabe says her teammate Denise O'Sullivan is one of the best players in the world and the Merseyside derby takes place tonight.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Taoiseach says everyone, including children, will be asked not to socialise as much as planned over the next two weeks and the INMO say nursing staff are being physically, sexually and verbally assaulted in hospitals across the country and say an audit of security protocols is well overdue.
In Sport- Munster have revealed there have been nine further positive cases of Covid-19 among their travelling players and staff in South Africa and the Republic of Ireland women are at home to Georgia tonight.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Irish Distillers has announced a multi-million euro plan to redevelop Midleton Distillery and the Government and Senior Public Health Officials will meet today to discuss the threat posed by the Omicron variant.
In Sport- St Finbarr's are the Bon Secours Premier Senior football champions and the FAI are set to discuss Stephen Kenny's future as the Republic of Ireland manager.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Retailer Primark have announced a 60 million investment and more jobs for Cork and Hundreds of students will be wearing yellow to raise funds and awareness of isolation.
In Sport- An update is expected later on the status of Munster's United Championship matches in South Africa and hopes that Ralph Rangnick can join Manchester United .
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Penny Dinners say families in need are starting to panic about the availability of food hampers in the run up to Christmas and the French Interior Minister has said that the UK needs to reform its labour market.
In Sport- The Girls in Green are in action tonight against Slovakia and Tadgh Furlong has signed a new deal with the IRFU.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News - Ambitious plans to be logged with the City Council for South Doc in the coming weeks and a School in Ballincollig says it's aware of 100 cases of covid 19.
In Sport- France and Real Madrid footballer Karim Benzema has been given a one year suspended jail term for attempted blackmail and your latest Champions League fixtures.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Irish people want to see more restrictions introduced to steam the tide of covid 19 and the Taoiseach says the government is working to increase PCR testing capacity.
In Sport- The post Ole Gunnar Solskjær era at Manchester United begins today as they face Villarreal and Chelsea meet group H leaders Juventus.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- St Vincent de Paul says it's expecting this year to be the busiest in history as it
launched its Christmas appeal today and the chief medical officer said it's possible people will need more than one booster of a covid 19 vaccine.
In Sport- Middleton defeated Glen Rovers in the final of the Co-op Superstores Cork Premier Senior Hurling County Final and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been sacked as Manchester United manager.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A man whose wife and newborn son died within 33 hours of each other at CUMH says he has no faith in the system and Gardaí have objected to the licence renewal of Rearden's on Washington Street.
In Sport- Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are both leading at the DPA World Championships in Dubai and Shamrock Rovers are to receive the SSE Airtricity League trophy tonight.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork City Fire Service union rep says there are now just three fire pumps covering the entire city following the closure of Ballincollig Fire Station on Tuesday and a 27 year old man who grew up in Cork will face trial in Greece today over charges connected to humanitarian work.
In Sport- The 2022 Cork City Marathon was launched this morning and Jack O'Donoghue will captain Munster for their upcoming United Rugby Championship tour in South Africa.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- An inquest is underway into the deaths of three brothers in North Cork and the Taoiseach has said he can't rule out further covid restrictions in the coming weeks.
In Sport- Glen Rovers player Rob Downey chats to us ahead of the county final and the Republic of Ireland u21s had a 1-0 win over Sweden.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Parking charges are set to rise in Cork City, but commercial rates will remain unchanged and an inquest into the deaths of Marie Downey and her baby son Darragh begins this morning after being adjourned in August.
In Sport- Glen Rovers and Midleton will contest the Co-Op Superstores Premier Senior Hurling Championship final on Sunday and the Republic of Ireland U21s are at home to Sweden this evening.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- A green energy company with it's headquarters in the City says it's to create 80 new jobs and an inquest is due to open on Wednesday into the murder-suicide deaths of three brothers in North Cork.
In Sport- St Finbarr's and Clonakilty will contest this year's Bons Secours Premier Senior Football Championship final and Norwich City have announced Dean Smith as their new manager.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- A 14 year old has become the youngest person in the country to die from covid 19 and a Cork TD says families that have been on the social housing list for up to 10 years are being removed from it due to a policy change.
In Sport- The Cork Ladies Football Senior Championship final takes place this evening and the Ireland U21s face Italy tonight in their European Championship qualifier.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- “A generational catastrophe” that’s how the ongoing rental crisis has been described and there needs to be an honest conversation about the rate of student contribution fees for third level education, according to the President of University College Cork.
In Sport- Aston Villa have confirmed that they’ve appointed Steven Gerrard as their new head coach and the Republic of Ireland face Portugal tonight in the Aviva stadium.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Investigations are continuing after a Cork Garda was arrested by officers investigating false allegations made against other members of the force and An East Cork soccer club is tackling the abuse of referees head on and will be banning anybody who abuses referees and sidelines officials during games.
In Sport- The Portugal squad are due to arrive in Dublin this afternoon ahead of their game with the Republic of Ireland and the Ireland U19s begin their European Championship qualifying campaign today.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Hospitality groups will be challenged about their compliance with Covid rules when they meet government officials today and plans for a retail outlet in East Cork appear to be back on track.
In Sport- Cork City captain Becky Cassin is hoping that their record breaking crowd at their final game this season will help to push the club on and the Republic of Ireland train today ahead of their game against Portugal.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- The Irish Medical Organisation says GP surgeries, hospitals and ICU units are under “extraordinary pressure” from the high levels of Covid-19 and Workers at Munster Technological University protest at a flag raising ceremony with the Taoiseach this morning.
In Sport- Glen Rovers and Midleton will contest the Co Op Superstores Premier Senior Hurling Championship final on Sunday November 21st and a possible return to the Premier League for Stephen Gerrard.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Up to 80,000 salmon worth up to €2.4m have been wiped out by a massive toxic plankton bloom off West Cork which is being linked to climate change and a UCC environmental scientist says a change in peoples behaviour is needed to meet carbon emission targets.
In Sport- Xavi Hernandez is set to take over as Barcelona manager and Newcastle United also have a new manager in Eddie Howe.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- A Cork dairy farmer says farmers are being unfairly targeted in the fight against climate change and students union at UCC are holding a demonstration at the college this evening at 6 to highlight the recent increase in reports of syringe spiking in Ireland.
In Sport- Johnny Sexton is likely to be awarded his 100th cap as Ireland play Japan this Saturday and Liverpool have qualified for the knockout stages of the Champions League.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- A Bandon man who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2015 says there are just 6 specialist Parkinson’s nurses in the entire country and Gardai say they have not received any reports of needle spiking in Cork.
In Sport- Both Liverpool and Manchester City are in action this evening and Damien Duff has been appointed as Shelbourne's new coach.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Repair works to a burst water main in Fermoy are to begin today and More bus services with shorter wait times should be delivered in Cork city under proposals that feature in a new draft bus network report due to be published today.
In Sport- Patrick Horgan has been cleared to play for Glen Rovers in the Co-Op Superstores Premier Senior Hurling Championship Semi Final with Sarsfields and Cork senior hurling manager Kieran Kingston has made a number of changes to his backroom team.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- Planning permission for the Cork - Limerick road project is likely to be sought in 2023 and a UCC student is urging people to be vigilant on nights out after she was needle spiked at the weekend.
In Sport- David Moyes says he wont be getting carried away after West Ham's 4-1 over Aston Villa and Sligo Rovers are at home to Longford Town .
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Antigen testing is to be rolled out from today for close contacts of positive covid cases and the Sexual Violence Centre Cork has released its report for 2020.
In Sport- Cork City are home to Galway United and Cobh Ramblers are away to Athlone.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- The Cork Stroke Support Centre in Blackrock was officially opened by the Lord Mayor and new rules for nightclubs will come into effect tomorrow after the Health Minister signs the regulations today.
In Sport- Ronald Koeman has been sacked as Barcelona manager and Séamus Power and Graeme McDowell are both in PGA tour action this weekend.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- The organisers of Live at the Marquee say they expect to announce a megastar act in the next few weeks and the Transport Minister says he doesn’t believe further restrictions will be introduced this Christmas.
In Sport - The Girls in Green picked up a 2-1 win over Finland in Helsinki and a group of former players in England are planning to sue the Rugby Football League for negligence.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Airport is on schedule to re-open on November 22nd and talks between Government officials and groups representing nightclubs and late-night venues will take place this morning.
In Sport- Seandún were crowned Senior Club Camogie champions for the first time in their history and former Rangers boss Walter Smith has passed away at the age of 73.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- Late night entertainment returns today and Cork's RedFM are proud media partners of the Cork Jazz festival which gets underway this weekend.
In Sport- The FAI Cup semi-finals take place tonight and Mayo are to vote no to both proposals at the special congress tomorrow.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News- 9 people have been killed on Cork roads so far this year and Bars, Clubs and Nightclubs will find out later how they will be allowed operate once restrictions are eased.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland Men's team have dropped to 51st in the latest FIFA words rankings and the Republic of Ireland Women's team face Sweden in their opening world cup qualifier.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Publicans face the prospect of curtailed trading through the busiest period of the year and nightclub owners have described the new guidelines regulating their industry as unclear.
In Sport- Former Ireland international Stephen Ireland says the new astro turf pitch in Cobh is long overdue and Cork are to vote in favour of proposal B at Saturdays special congress.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The government has confirmed that NPHET has recommended that nightclubs can reopen with restrictions and there’s been a broad welcome to Cork University Maternity Hospital changing its visitor rules.
In Sport- Novak Djokovic’s Australian Open title defence is in doubt and Cork have received 10 nominations in this year’s Camogie Association All Stars Awards.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News- NPHET will meet today to advise the Government on the further easing of Covid-19 restrictions and 40 new jobs for Cork City.
In Sport- Valley Rovers boss Paul Holland says the Championship structure is putting dual clubs at a disadvantage and the Rebel Og minor football finals take place this evening.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime:
In News- The sister of a resident at the Owenacurra Centre in East Cork says residents have not been told when exactly it will close and the board of Páirc Uí Chaoimh has lodged an appeal challenging Cork City Council’s decision to refuse planning permission for changes to the stadium and its exterior.
In Sport- Cork City and Cobh Rambers are both in action this evening and the Republic of Ireland under 17 Women's team play their third European championship qualifier this afternoon.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime:
In News - Calls for an end to the silence around the impact of abuse of alcohol by parents on their children and the Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney says science can't be ignored ahead of the easing of most restrictions on October the 22nd.
In Sport- Keith Ricken is to be the new Cork senior football boss and in snooker Mark Allen is in 2nd round action in the Northern Ireland open today.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime:
In News- Cork Airport say a €90 million fund in the budget will help them rebuild their international routes and a travel expert expects many people to be banned from flying with Ryanair because of a row over refunds.
In Sport- Ireland's under 17s play their final European Championship Qualifier at Turner's Cross and Offaly will be backing proposal B at the upcoming Special Congress.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime:
In News- The Taoiseach says today's budget is framed around Ireland recovering from the Covid pandemic and the Tánaiste says Ireland's finances are much better than previously forecast.
In Sport- The Boys in Green face Qatar in a friendly in the Aviva stadium tonight and the Ireland under 21s are away to Montenegro.
What you need to know this Monday lunchtime:
In News - The fuel allowance is set to increase by at least €3.50 in tomorrow’s Budget and Gardai are warning people to lock their vehicles after an increase in thefts
from cars in a Cork village.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland under 17s are through to the elite round of the European Championship Qualifiers and Bride Rovers face Glen Rovers in the Rebel Óg Championship final in Páirc Uí Rinn.
What you need to know this Friday lunchtime
In News -The UCC Students Union is calling for a rent freeze and for publicly funded third level education ahead of next week’s budget and farmers are to mount a protest in Cork City tonight against the government's climate action strategy.
In Sport- Former GAA president Seán Kelly is supporting proposal B ahead of the upcoming special congress and the Republic of Ireland under 17 team picked up a win in their first European Championship qualifier at Turner's Cross.
What you need to know this Thursday lunchtime
In News - The Students Union at UCC say they are heartbroken after turning away students after their food bank ran out and a Cork East TD is calling on the Minister for the Environment to meet representatives from Irving Oil over closure fears.
In Sport- Chiedozie Ogbene says his aim is to cause havoc for Azerbaijan's defenders if he is selected for Sunday's World Cup qualifier and the Republic of Ireland under 17s play the first of three games at Turner’s Cross this evening.
What you need to know this Wednesday lunchtime
In News- Hundreds of people are expected to gather outside the Dáil later for a protest against ongoing restrictions in maternity hospitals and UCC Students Union has been forced to re-open a food bank.
In Sport- Stephen Kenny is confident ahead of Saturday’s World Cup qualifier away to Azerbaijan and Dónal Óg Cusack is among the names being associated with the Cork U20 job.
What you need to know this Tuesday lunchtime
In News -Concerns have been raised about plans for a new elective hospital for the city and Facebook has restored its services after a major outage.
In Sport- Ulster GAA the provincial secretary is opposed to a league-based All-Ireland Football Championship and the Kerry County Board chairman
insists the appointment of a Jack O’Connor as senior football manager was transparent.
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In News- The Government is in Cork today to sign off on the multi-billion euro National Development Plan and a member of Sláintecare says he’s disappointed but not surprised a new advisory group is going to be appointed.
In Sport- Shane Ronayne says he can't wait to get going with the Cork Ladies Footballers and the Republic of Ireland are due to meet today ahead of their upcoming internationals.
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In News - The Health Minister was quizzed in the Dáil following the revelation earlier this week that the organs of 18 babies who died at Cork University Maternity Hospital were sent for incineration to Belgium and A shortage of one-bed accommodation and high rents in the city are hampering efforts to get people off the streets, according to Cork Simon.
In Sport- Johan Van Graan has named his starting 15 for tomorrow nights clash with the DHL Stormers and Cork City are away to Bray.
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In News- Residents at a mental health centre in Midleton that’s due to close next month are terrified of losing their freedom, according to a local TD and Gerry ‘The Monk’ Hutch was brought before the Special Criminal Court Court after his extradition from Spain last night.
In Sport- Declan Rice says he doesn't need to leave West Ham to win trophies and 7 Cork footballers have been nominated for 2021 TG4 Ladies Football All Star awards.
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In News - A Cork mum whose son died a day after being born at Cork University Maternity Hospital says she is heartbroken by the news that part of his brain was incinerated in Belgium along with clinical waste and the CEO of Ryanair says he expects the price of flights to increase before Christmas.
In Sport- Republic of Ireland under 17 boss Colin O’Brien has named his squad for the upcoming European Championship Qualifiers and Manchester United host Villarreal in the Champions League.
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In News - An investigation is underway at CUMH after organs of babies were incinerated abroad and Ryanair is expected to announce that it will Re-open routes from Cork Airport.
In Sport- A player development pathway is lacking for the Irish Women's Rugby team and new management for the Cork Ladies Footballers.
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In News- Tributes paid to the remarkable skills of a pilot after he crash landed a plane in Wexford yesterday and students are to take part in climate change protests today.
In Sport- The 43rd Ryder Cup has started and Simon Zebo is to make a return tomorrow night against the Sharks in Thomond Park.
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News- The temporary closure of Cork Airport has turned some people off international travel and new legislation could see harsher prison sentences for people convicted for stalking.
In Sport- The opening ceremony of the Ryder Cup gets underway today and the latest updates in cross- channel soccer.
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In News - Significant progress has been made to secure the future of Cork Life Centre according to the Education Minister and Midleton CBS Primary School is to get a therapy dog.
In Sport- Positives to be taken from the Girls In Green's win over Australia and plans to expand Anfield to over 61000.
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In News - Cork Penny Dinners are seeing more people in need of help than ever before and the French could make another attempt to extradite Ian Bailey early next year.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland Women face Australia in a friendly at Tallaght and Steve Cooper is to take over as Nottingham Forest manager.
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In News- The HSE says they have been left with no other option but to close Owenacurra mental health facility in east Cork and Gougane Barra Hotel has to close for 10 days due to a member of staff contracting covid.
In Sport- The Irish Women's Rugby team can still qualify for the World Cup and James Rodriguez is in talks with a club in Qatar about a possible move from Everton.
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In News - Ed Sheeran is coming to Cork again as part of his new tour next year and Cork Culture Night gets under way this evening with a range of events in over 70 venues across the city.
In Sport- Newcastle United host Leeds tonight and Micheál Donoghue could be in line to manage the Galway Hurlers again.
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In News- The government has asked the organisers of the America's Cup for another 6 months to carry out a cost benefit analysis and the lack of a South Doc service in Castletownbere could lead to a loss of life on the Beara Peninsula.
In Sport- Chris Hughton has been sacked as Nottingham Forest manager and the Republic of Ireland are down 3 places to 50th in the latest FIFA world rankings.
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In News- Ryanair is considering reopening its base at Cork Airport and residents near UCC have described the events of last weekend as some of the worst Anti-social behaviour they've ever experienced.
In Sport- Liverpool welcome AC Milan to Anfield and Manchester United suffered their first defeat of the season last night.
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In News- Residents living close to UCC are calling on the Gardaí and the college to use their powers to clamp down on anti-social behaviour in their area and reports that Garth Brooks is returning to Ireland.
In Sport- TG4 have confirmed they will show 4 SSE Airtricity Women's National League games live between now and the end of the season and the Champions League kicks off this evening.
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In News- The public expenditure minister says a plan to tackle hospital overcrowding is to be launched in the coming weeks and the HSE says there are no immediate plans to scale back covid 19 testing.
In Sport- Cork boss Paudie Murray says the Orla Cronin saga didn't negatively effect his team yesterday and Ireland start their bid to reach the Women's Rugby World Cup.
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In News- Gardaí are appealing for information about an armed robbery in Ballinhassig and the Minister for Public Expenditure says people can look forward to next month's budget with confidence.
In Sport- Cork face Galway in the All- Ireland camogie final on Sunday and there’s senior hurling championship action tonight.
What you need to know this lunchtime -
In News - Concerns raised about the delivery of accommodation in Cork particular in the Docklands area and the gambling industry needs to take more responsibility in preventing people form becoming addicted.
In Sport- Cork are to appeal a red card handed down to Orla Cronin and Shane Lowry‘s Ryder cup team hopes.
In News - A Garda investigation is underway following a suspected double murder suicide in Co.Kerry and Ian Bailey claims the murderer of Sophie Toscan du Plantier died a long time ago.
In Sport- 9 Cork players have been named in the Electric Ireland Minor Hurling Team of the Year and Republic of Ireland defender Shane Duffy is hopeful that their draw against Serbia will quieten some of their critics.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Jen Bowler from the band Sparkle about how the cut in PUP will affect musicians in Cork.
In News- Simon Coveney is appearing before an Oireachtas committee today to discuss the failed appointment of Katherine Zappone as a UN special envoy and some students could miss out on their preferred college course this year because of grade inflation.
In Sport- Ireland manager Stephen Kenny says he is confident his team are heading in the right direction ahead of their game against Serbia and Oisín Mullin looks to be available for selection for Mayo on Saturday.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Mary-Jane, a Fashion Industry Expert, after a TikTok video showed that Penneys clothing sizes are not consistent.
In News- Organised indoor events and mass gatherings can resume today operating at 60% capacity and some of the reasons people
turn down permanent homes from Cork City Council.
In Sport- Cork Camogie manager Paudie Murray has appealed to the county to get behind the players and Jack O'Connor has stepped down as manager of Kildare.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick spoke to John Keirns from the Sunday Mirror about Leo Varadkar attending and being photographed at a UK music festival last weekend.
In News- Almost 7,000 students across Cork are to receive their leaving cert results today and Joshua Allen is appealing a 2 month sentence for cocaine possession.
In Sport- Cork City play host to Athlone town tonight and Cork's Alan Browne is back in the Republic of Ireland squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Azerbaijan and Serbia.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick spoke to the Minister for Public Expenditure Michael McGrath.
In News- Cork chair of the Irish Hotels Federation and general manager of the Kingsley Hotel Fergal Harte says the pandemic created the perfect storm for hospitality and the performing arts industry are confident that the demand for tickets will be strong when theatres reopen.
In Sport- A late bounce back from Portugal against the Republic of Ireland and Cork's Patrick O'Leary is into the semi-finals of KL3 canoeing.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Liam Conway from the INMO chats with Mick.
In News- Almost all remaining covid 19 restrictions are to be lifted by October 22nd and the INMO are warning this winter could see the worst hospital overcrowding ever recorded.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland face Portugal in their world cup qualifying campaign and the latest from the Paralympics .
On the Neil Prendeville show- Amanda has set up campaign titled ; justice for Sophie, justice for Ian Bailey.
In News- CUMH say they have taken steps to ensure the safety of all patients following the death of Marie Downey and her new born baby Darragh and a member of NPHET says there's a significant buffer in the vaccine programme.
In Sport- Katie-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal have won Ireland's 3rd gold medal at this year's Paralympic Games and Cork's Niamh McCarthy is in action in the early hours of this morning in the F41 discus.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil takes a look at todays papers.
In News- An inquest is taking place today into the death of a mother of three and her new born son who both died at CUMH and the Taoiseach says public health advice will be central to Ireland's approach to Covid 19.
In Sport- Ireland has won a 4th medal at the Paralympic games in Tokyo and in Tennis the US open gets underway at Flushing Meadows in New York today.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil takes a look at what's making todays papers.
In News- St.Vincent De Paul say they have seen a huge increase in calls as schools reopen and a guidance counsellor has warned students if they appeal Leaving Cert results it's unlikely they will not get offered a college place by September.
In Sport- 16 year old Róisín Ní Riain has missed out on a medal in Tokyo and Cristiano Ronaldo has been linked with a move to Man City.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil takes a look at today's papers.
In News- Management at Páirc Uí Chaoimh are asking people to judge a controversial planning application on it's merits and patients at a Cork mental health unit had their rooms locked by day.
In Sport- The latest from the Paralympics and Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny names his side for next week's world cup qualifiers later today.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil takes a look at what's making the papers.
In News- A Garda review has been launched into the way the force handle concerns from the public about gun owners and Irish water say they're treating as a priority the foul smell from a waste water treatment plant in Kinsale.
In Sport - At the Paralympics Róisín Ní Riain has qualified for the S13 100m butterfly and in Cycling Richael Timothy just missed out on a place in the final of the C1-3 3000 meter Individual Pursuit.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Niall Stokes spoke to Neil about the late Charlie Watts the drummer of the Rolling Stones.
In News- Former Debenhams staff are calling for a 3 million euro training fund to be distributed to those who need it urgently and littering in Cork City after the All- Ireland Senior hurling final.
In Sport - The 16th Paralympics gets underway and darts player Kyle Anderson has sadly passed away at the age of 33.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil takes a look at today's papers.
In News- The Cork/Kerry region is the most dangerous for farmers and Cork fans are remaining positive after yesterday's defeat for the Rebels in Croke Park.
In Sport- Cork's defeat at the hands of Limerick in the All-Ireland Senior Hurling final and Chelsea gave Arsenal a second consecutive win in the Premier League.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil takes a look at today's papers.
In News- Covid 19 is still circulating widely and plans for this years Christmas Panto.
In Sport- Excitement is building across the county ahead of the AII-Ireland final and Cork City face Cabinteely this evening.
On the Neil PrendeviIIe show- Neil takes a look at the papers.
In News - A date has yet to be agreed for the re-opening of the live music sector and Cork's RedFM has 4 nominations at this year's Cork Digital Marketing Awards.
In Sport - Patrick Horgan says the Cork hurlers have improved massively since their previous meeting with Limerick and Shamrock Rovers are in action tonight against Flora Tallinn.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Sinn Fein TD Tommy Gould wants the establishment of a problem gambling fund financed by a mandatory levy or license fee on the industry. The call was made as the party’s spokesperson on addiction, recovery and wellbeing.
In News- An Afghan man who Iives and runs a business in Cork says he wants to bring his family to Ireland and a 62 year old man accused of murdering a woman in Doneraile early this year will stand before Cork district court.
In Sport- Cork U20s are targeting back to back All-Ireland titles tonight and this years football semi-final between Tyrone and Kerry will take place on August 28th.
On the Neil Prendeville Show - The Mayor of Limerick Cllr Daniel Butler has responded to Cork Lord Mayor Colm Kelleher’s recent correspondence asking for Liam McCarthy back.
In News- Alcohol action Ireland say over half a million Irish people are showing some evidence of alcohol use disorders and it could take up to 6 years for tourism to bounce back to pre-pandemic levels.
In Sport- Cork captain Patrick Horgan says they have been improving game on game and Bríd Stack is to return to Australia for a 2nd year of AFLW.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Justin Nagle from Ballinhassig has gone all out in his support of the Cork U20 and Senior teams who are in All Ireland finals this week.
The mad Cork supporter has created a unique Cork themed light show.
In News- The government is offering assistance to 23 Irish citizens who are currently in Afghanistan and two female TDs talk about how they have been repeatedly harassed.
In Sport- Cork defender Ger Millerick says that he hopes to be fit enough to play some part in the All-Ireland Hurling Final and Liam Sheedy has confirmed he is stepping down as Tipperary Manager.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Luigi from La Bella Roma Restaurant in Youghal after he responded to customer review that was critical of his lack of children's menu.
In News- House buyers in Cork are paying an average of 7% more for a new home than they would have 12 months ago and two men are due before Cork district court following an alleged assault on a couple in Kinsale.
In Sport- Old rivals Cork City and Cobh Ramblers go head to head at Turner's Cross tonight and the new Premier League season kicks off later.
On the Neil Prendeville show- This morning Neil spoke to Derry O'Callaghan as much-loved Cork Restaurant Zicos closes its doors after nearly 40 years.
In News- Cork City Council are asking developers to provide further information on the demolition of the Sextant Pub and Cork's new robot trees are being unveiled in the city today.
In Sport- The GPA say that 50% of the Tyrone football squad has contracted Covid 19 and Tipperary's Brendan Maher has announced his retirement.
On the Neil Prendeville show- This morning Neil looked at the stories making the local and national newspapers.
In News- Lack of safe zones outside facilities providing abortions is a real threat to access for women seeking abortion care and rental property in Cork City needs to be addressed in the next budget says Cork Chamber.
In Sport- PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi has described the signing of Messi as a historic moment and the European super cup takes place in Belfast tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to the journalist Ellie O'Byrne about the new 'Robot Trees' that have been installed on Patrick Street to tackle air pollution.
In News- A married couple from Portugal will be moving to West Cork to begin work as consultants at Bantry General Hospital at the end of the month and more extreme weather could be on the way unless carbon emissions are cut dramatically.
In Sport- Cork Minor Hurlers are crowned Munster champions after beating Waterford in Thurles and the Red FM Hurling league 6 final takes place this evening.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil Prendeville spoke to Padraig Whooley from the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group about Wally The Walrus who is currently off the coast of Cork.
In News - 100 news caregiver jobs have been announced for Cork, people are being praised for the vaccination up take and Covid 19 testing and Wally the Walrus has made it to West Cork.
In Sport - Cork are preparing for their first All Ireland senior hurling title for the first time in 8 years and Cork's minor hurlers are in action this evening.
The Neil Prendeville Show - This morning Neil Prendeville spoke to Lord Mayor Colm Kelleher about Corks fantastic win over Kilkenny in yesterdays All Ireland Hurling Semi-Final and how he would like everyone to turn Cork Red and White in the build-up to the final.
In News - A Cork Sinn Fein TD say the Government has been cherry picking parts of his party's housing policy since last years elections and updated guidelines for the hospitality sector on outdoor parties is expected today.
In Sport - Cork City play Galway United tonight, the new Championship season kicks off tonight, there are two RedFM hurling league finals tonight, and today's Irish action at the Olympics
Neil Prendeville Show - This morning Neil Prendeville spoke to Paul O'Brien, Bank of Irelands Security Expert, about the rise of phone scams and how you can protect yourself.
In News - there's been criticism of guidelines for outdoor events and a group representing workers in the nightlife sector is warning of surge in unregulated events if music and gigs remain closed.
In Sport - Kellie Harrington is hoping for gold at the Olympics, the latest from the Irish athletes action in Tokyo and there's Europa action tonight.
The Neil Prendeville Show - This morning Neil spoke to Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Times, about the inquest looking into the Kanturk killings after the jury returned one verdict of unlawful killing and two verdicts of suicide.
In News - Tributes are paid to two men who died tragically when I bus when out of control in Monkstown and the inquest into the murder-sucides involving a father and his two sons is being held in Mallow.
In Sport - The Irish Showjumpers miss out out on a medal at the Olympics, steady starts for Ireland in women's golf at the Olympics, Niall O'Leary is hoping to be fit for Cork's semi-final this weekend an all of days sport.
The Neil Prendeville Show - Irish Times journalist Barry Roche spoke to Neil about the tragic incident in Monkstown on Tuesday in which 2 men lost their lives.
In News - The HSE is looking at extending Covid 19 vaccination centres and new data shows a used car now costs more this year than in 2020.
In Sport - At the Olympics Leon Reid is in action this afternoon, Cork's Phil Healy says she gave it all in her last race and Kellie Harrington is guaranteed at least a bronze while Simone Biles wins a bronze medal.
On the Neil Prendeville Show - Mick Mulcahy spoke to Dermot O'Leary from the NBRU about the need for Gardaí on the Cork to Dublin train.
In News- Skibbereen is preparing for a boost in tourism after three of their rowers won medals at the Olympics and more Bank holidays could be on the way if the Dáil agrees on a new bill by Solidarity People Before Profit.
In Sport- The Irish team are into the final of the 400 M Mixed Hurdle Relay and wins for Boxers Aidan Walsh and Kellie Harrington.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Joseph Byrne who is collecting school equipment for parents who are struggling to afford the yearly back to school spend.
In News- Overcrowding at 2 Cork hospitals described by the INMO as stark
In Sport- Gold for Ireland's Paul O'Donovan and Fintan McCarthy and Cobh Ramblers boss Darren Murphy has made his first signing.
On the Neil Prendeville show- The Mam of Skibbereen's Gold Winning Medallist Paul O'Donovan, Americas Cup Bid for Cork Harbour, and A Trip Down Memory Lane. Tune into the Neil Prendeville Show weekdays from 9am on Cork's RedFM.
In News- A workplace fatality in Carriglusk, Glandore yesterday afternoon and the ASTI has cautiously welcomed the reopening of schools.
In Sport- Cork U20 Hurlers are in Munster final action against Limerick this evening and Bronze for Irish Olympians.
On Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Counceller Paudie Dineen, who is also a publican, about pubs refusing entry for no good reason.
In News- Several businesses in Bantry won't be reopening to indoor dining this week and a Junior Minister says latest Covid 19 data will be used to decide if attendance at weddings can be increased to 100 from next month.
In Sport- Lions boss Warren Gatland has made 3 changes ahead of his sides meeting with South Africa this weekend and the electric Ireland Munster Minor Championship Hurling semi- final is taking place this evening with the Rebels taking on Limerick.
On Neil Prendeville - Neil spoke to Aine from The Harp Bar after they were trolled online by people because they decided to open for indoor dining.
In News- Cork's pubs, restaurants and cafes have resumed indoor dining today and a weather warning is coming into effect for the entire country that will be in place today until 5 o 'clock tomorrow morning.
In Sport- The draw has been made for the All- Ireland Hurling Championship quarter- finals with Cork will face Dublin and Rebel's Football manager Ronan McCarthy wouldn't comment on his future yesterday after his sides heavy defeat to Kerry in the Munster final.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Chris Crowley from The Anglers Rest as Indoor dining re-opens today. They have decided to remain as an outdoor only pub for the moment.
In News - New Plans to revamp Páirc Uí Chaoimh and the online Safety and Media Regulation bill is currently working its way through the Oireachtas .
In Sport- Cobh Ramblers have announced that Darren Murphy will replace Stuart Ashton on a interim basis and Cork are the Munster U20 Football champions.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Sinn Fein Leader Mary Lou McDonald about upcoming changes to Indoor dining, including the use of vaccine certificates.
In News- A number of publicans in Cork have announced they will remain closed to indoor dining as many of their young staff are still not vaccinated and water restrictions could be introduced in parts of Cork next week if water consumption doesn't fall significantly.
In Sport- Cork's U20s are preparing for tonight's Munster final against Tipperary and two Cork rowers are the first Irish athletes in action at the Olympic games tonight.
Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Niamh about the current restrictions surrounding weddings. She is due to get married next month after already postponing her big day.
In News- The number of people seeking help for cocaine abuse in Cork has almost trebled in the last 6 years and ministers are expected to approve guidelines for the reopening of indoor dining from Monday.
In Sport- Warren Gatland has named his Lions starting 15 for Saturday's first test with South Africa in Capetown and Cork face Waterford in the Munster Minor Football championship.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Caroline about the behaviour she witnessed in Cork City on Saturday evening.
In News- Gardai are appealing to the public not to engage with scam callers and developers have been unsuccessful in their appeal on the refusal for planning for apartments at the former Bessborough Mother and Baby Homes site.
In Sport- Cork's U20 Hurlers are in Munster semi- final action against Tipperary this evening and Kellie Harrington says she'll be honoured to carry the Irish flag with Brendan Irvine and Friday's Olympics opening Ceremony.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Teresa Venables who started the businesses ShopIreland.ie during the pandemic. So far it has put a million euro worth of online sales back into the hands of small Irish businesses.
In News- Non-essential international travel has reopened today with reduced flight capacity and temperatures could reach 31 degrees in parts of the country this week.
In Sport-The draw has been made for round two of the All Ireland Senior Hurling Championship Qualifiers with Cork being drawn against Clare and Séamus Power has claimed his first PGA tour title.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke with Kevin Cullinane, Head of Communications at Cork Airport about the reopening of international travel for non-essential travel.
In News- Drafting of legislation in relation to stalking is to be introduced in the Seanad in the autumn, also going before the Seanad is legislation that will allow for indoor dining for the first time since Christmas.
In Sport- Cork City play away to Wexford Youths this evening and Cork secure a place in the U20 Munster Football final after beating Kerry in Pairc Ui Chiomh last night.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke about the cost many parents are facing to get their children ready for heading back to school.
In News- The €46 million Grand Parade Quarter project will see the area totally re-imagined and Elton John has announced a summer gig in Páirc Uí Chaoimh in 2022.
In Sport- Cork take on Kerry in the Munster U20 football championship semi-final and Cork's minor hurlers eased past Clare last night in the Munster quarter-final.
On the Neil Prendeville Show - Neil spoke to solicitor Richard Grogan, who has been giving out legal advice on Instagram and answering a number of questions concerning the Covid 19 rules.
In News- The Cork City development plan is to go for public consultation this month and nitrogen levels have been found to be too high in five Cork rivers.
In Sport - Cork take on Clare in the Munster minor championship quarter final tonight and Cork City were drawn away to Sligo Rovers in Round 1 of FAI Cup last night.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Earlier this week 66-year-old grandmother Margret Buttimer was jailed for 90 days for repeated facemask offences. Seamus Whelehan took to the streets of Cork to ask: 'Was the sentencing too harsh?'
In News- The government is looking to pass new legislation allowing only vaccinated people to eat inside restaurants and the Junior Sports Minister has hinted at more increased crowds at matches as the summer progresses.
In Sport- Cork City boss Colin Healy says he can see improvements in his side, but they need to turn those improvements into wins and there's 1 fixture in the Red FM hurling league division 1A.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Michael O'Donovan from the Vintners Federation about using a vaccine cert to allow double jabbed people indoors.
In News- Representatives from the hospitality industry are meeting with senior government officials to discuss the reopening of the sector and Structural engineers are working to make a partial building collapse in Mitchelstown safe.
In Sport- England are facing charges from UEFA regarding fan behaviour in last night's Euro 2020 semi-final and 3 League of Ireland sides are in Europa League conference action this evening.
On Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Pat who witnessed a shocking attack on a defenceless Frenchman along the Marina.
In News- The Transport Minister says he believes that every fully vaccinated person will have their digital covid cert by July 19th and 60 people are in Irish hospitals this morning with covid 19.
In Sport- England face Denmark in the semi-final of the European championships and the Lions take on the Sharks in Johannesburg at Six O'Clock this evening.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Majella about the current state of Nursing Homes. Her Mother died in a nursing home back in October.
In News- A former stage manager of U2 has been rescued by Kinsale RNLI and 50% of adults are now fully vaccinated against covid 19.
In Sport- Wimbledon becomes the first sporting event in the UK to host a full capacity crowd since the first coronavirus lockdown and Spain face Italy in the semi- final of the Euros.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Pat Dawson, the CEO of the Irish Travel Agents Association about the prospect of travel to the EU after 19th July.
In News - Gardai are appealing for people in the Mayfield area to check their gardens and sheds to help search for a missing 77 year old and over 18s will start getting the Johnson and Johnson vaccine from today.
In Sport - Ian Henderson will captain the Lions for the first time as they face the Sharks in Johannesburg on Wednesday and week 2 of Wimbledon gets underway.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Pat Dalton from Daltons Pharmacy on North Main Street about the vaccine rollout to 18-34 year olds.
In News- A former stage manager of U2 has been rescued by Kinsale RNLI and 50% of adults are now fully vaccinated against covid 19.
In Sport- Wimbledon becomes the first sporting event in the UK to host a full capacity crowd since the first coronavirus lockdown and Spain face Italy in the semi- final of the Euros.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Pat Dawson, the CEO of the Irish Travel Agents Association about the prospect of travel to the EU after 19th July.
In News- Calls for a public inquiry into nursing home deaths have been raised in the Dáil by two Cork TD's and Over 18s will be able to sign up to get a vaccine in their local pharmacy under new plans announced today.
In Sport - Andy Murray is to compete today in the third round of Wimbledon and Cork City face Treaty United at Turner's Cross in the SSE Airtricity League 1st division.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Cork TD Thomas Gould about the way Covid was handled in nursing homes.
In News- It's hoped new legislation will tackle the increasing cost of renting in Ireland and the Restaurants Association Of Ireland are to set up a working group following the latest announcement by the Government.
In Sports- There are no Irish players in the British and Irish Lions team to play the Emirates Lions on Saturday and on day one of the Irish Open Shane Lowery is the best of the Irish.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil looked at the stories making the local and national newspapers.
In News - The Tánaiste has defended the government's decision to allow only vaccinated people be served indoors when indoor dining resumes and Ian Bailey says he wants Netflix to remove his interviews with him from their new documentary on the Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder.
In Sport - Conor Murray says he is relishing being the Lions captain and Rafa Benitez is expected to be confirmed as the new Everton manager today.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Mike Ryan from Cornstore and Coqbull about yesterday's announcement by the Government that the opening of indoor dining would be delayed and once open would only be available to the fully vaccinated.
In News- It's expected indoor dining at pubs and restaurants will be delayed until July 19th and a teenager has pleaded guilty to charges of violent disorder and production of a knife on the night Cork student Cameron Blair was murdered.
In sport- Excitement is building as the Rebels prepare to face Limerick in the Munster Hurling Championship Semi-final on Saturday and England and Germany play for a quarter final place in the European championships with Kickoff at 5 PM.
On the Neil Prendeville Show - Neil spoke to Adrian Cummins, the CEO of the Restaurants Association about the possibility of only allowing the vaccinated to dine indoors.
In News- The asking price for houses is rising as there's not enough homes to meet demand and NPHET is to meet today to consider its advice on the further easing of Covid 19 restrictions.
In sport- The last 16 action continues today at the European Championships and in tennis, Wimbledon gets underway.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Peter Collins from Barry's in Douglas about the reported delay to the re-opening of indoor dining.
In News- A 22 year old Polish man has been jailed for 5 years after he was caught with over €600,000 worth of cannabis and a UCC professor says he doubts that indoor dining will be allowed from July 5th.
In Sport - Cork are preparing for the Lidl Ladies Football National League final and Cork City face first division leaders Shelbourne tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Barry Roche from the Irish Times about the conviction and jailing of former Scout Leader David Barry for sexually assaulting boy scouts.
In News- Aldi says it plans to spend over €70 million with Cork food and drink suppliers this year and Pub and restaurant owners are calling for clarity over a decision to reopen indoor hospitality.
In sport- Cork City are in action tomorrow evening playing away to Shelbourne and Cork's Caoimhin Kelleher has signed a new long term deal with Liverpool.
The Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Sally Hanlon from Support After Crime Services on Anglesea Street about the crimes and anti-social behaviour being committed by people of a very young age.
In News- 500 new jobs have been announced for Cork and it's hoped the weir in Ballincollig will be repaired as part of the Lower Lee Flood Relief scheme.
In Sport- England are at the top of group D at the Euros and there's 2 games today in the RedFM hurling leagues.
On the Neil Prendeville Show- Neil looked at the stories making the local and national newspapers
In News- 70 new jobs have been announced for Cork this morning and the CEO of Aer Lingus appeared before the Oireachtas Transport Committee this morning. Lynne Embleton told the committee that it is continuing to lose around €1 million a day
In Sport- England defender Kieran Trippier insists that spirits are still high after their scoreless draw with Scotland last weekend and Scotland need to beat Croatia to progress to the last 16.
On the Neil Prendeville Show- Neil spoke to Cork Publican Benny McCabe about issues surrounding outside dining and staff shortages in Hospitality.
In News - Investigations are ongoing into a sink hole in Blackrock and the Government is being called on to provide clarity on laws relating to the serving of alcohol in outdoor settings.
In Sport - Eire Óg are Senior A football champions, Scotland's Billy Gilmore has tested positive for Covid 19 and action continues at the European Chmapionshsips.
The Neil Prendeville Show - This morning Neil spoke to Paul Walsh from 3 Little Piggy's after the Gardaí said that new on-street seating areas are not covered by alcohol licenses.
In News - A top health official says there are almost no Covid deaths amongst people who have been vaccinated, the CMO says people shouldn't travel abroad who haven't been vaccinated and drugs offences in Cork city have almost doubled.
In Sport - Cork city boss Colin Healy says it's time for his players to stand up and be counted, head of their clash tonight, there's action in the Euro's later tonight and round 1 will be completed at US Open this afternoon.
On the Neil Prendeville Show - This morning Neil Prendeville spoke to Denis Twomey who says that a compulsory purchase order for a new motorway will destroy his farm.
In News - Houses in Cork have been selling at 10 per cent or more than their guide price over the past year and Gardai across Cork are warning people to be careful of phone fraud.
In Sport - The US Open gets underway with Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy in action, the Euros continue this afternoon and Rafa Benitez is in contention for the vacant job at Everton.
The Neil Prendeville Show - this morning Neil spoke to Amanda Cambridge about a new Water Safety programme for children called 'Hold Hands'. Amanda's 3-year-old son Avery drowned while they were on holiday in 2019.
In News - An Independent City Councillor has hit out at the Children's Ombudsman over a recent report that condemned conditions at a halting site in Ballyvolane and NPHET's being urged not to place Ireland's airline industry at a competitive disadvantage over the use of antigen testing.
In Sport - The fixtures for the Premier League Season for 2021/2022 have been announced, action continues today in the European Championships today.
On the Neil Prendeville Show - Joan spoke to Neil about the state of the rental market in Cork. She is pregnant and needs to move to a bigger place but has so far received no call back or viewings.
In News - The inquests of a father and his two sons who died in a suspected murder suicide in Kanturk will be opened next month and the NBRU say major investment would be needed from Cork City Council to pedestrianise the city.
In Sport - Ireland head coach Andy Farrell leaves the door open for Simon Zebo to return to the Ireland squad and the so called 'group of death' is to kick off at the Euros.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Paul Dingivan about the conviction of John Griffin who duped Paul out of €1,120 while his wife Julie was dying of cervical cancer.
In News- 3 people were winched to safety following a rescue operation in Myrtleville and a Cork Senator is calling for a task force to be established in the wake the closure of Stobart air.
In Sport - The Ireland squad for the upcoming summer series has been named and the Danish FA say that Christian Eriksen's condition is stable and good.
On the Neil Prendeville show- This morning Neil looked at how people and business owners across the city have made the most of outside dining in the recent sunshine.
In News- Some farmers are working up to 90 hours a week because they can't afford to hire help and man who sued over the death of his 38 year old wife days after her first baby was delivered at CUMH has settled his high court action for 1.25 Million Euro
In Sport- Cork City will play in front of a crowd for the first time since last October and the European Championships kick off tonight with Italy vs Turkey at 8 pm.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Sarah who is originally from Carrigaline but now lives in Portugals' Algarve region. Tourism is essential to her livelihood, but she is frustrated by those who don't respect the local covid rules and restrictions.
In News- A file on the murder of Mikolaj Wilk in Ballincollig 3 years ago has still not been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions and Cork Airport is gearing up for the reopening international travel on July 19th.
In Sport- Ange Postecoglou has been confirmed as Celtic's new manager and the new season of the Red FM Hurling leagues takes place tonight with Blarney and Meelin going head to head in Blarney at 8 pm.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Kevin Cullinane, Communications Officer at Cork Airport, about the Ryanair and Lufthansa flights that are returning to the airport in July.
In News- IBEC says that the delivery of a world class transport infrastructure is vital for a good quality of life in Cork City and County and Leaving Cert students are being advised to make sure they show up for their written exams.
In Sport- Cork's Chiedozie Ogbene says there's no room for racism in football or any other sport and the semi-finals of the French tennis open will be completed today.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Mick Mulcahy spoke to Father Jer Cremin, the Parish Priest in Killbrittain , after he held a mobile Eucharistic Procession at the weekend on the back of a pick-up truck.
In News - The Tánaiste has welcomed the news that 60 jobs have been announced at a data analytics firm in Cork and the Mayor of Waterford says the death of a baby in a dog attack is too awful for words.
In Sport - Republic of Ireland take on Hungary in Budapest tonight on the back of a win against Andorra and Munster Rugby player Damian de Allende says the accident that led to him and 3 teammates suffering burns was a result of a petrol can explosion.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Olivia Kelleher from the Irish Times after a baby girl was tragically killed by a pet dog in Waterford yesterday.
In News- Dozens of public toilets are being installed at beaches ahead of the bank holiday weekend and a warning that Cork GAA should not take the support of local residents near Páirc Uí Chaoimh for granted ahead of plans for 7 concerts.
In Sport- Stephen Kenny had his first win as Republic of Ireland boss beating Andorra 4-1 last night and Raphael Nadal marked his 35th birthday by booking a place in the third round of the French open.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to Nick from Irish Weather Alerts about the Bank Holiday Weekend weather and the chances of a sunny summer.
In News- Cork TD Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire says it's outrageous that women are being forced to attend some maternity appointments alone and the Education Minister says the results of the Leaving Cert won't be available until September.
In Sport- Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny has ruled out a potential call up for Leeds striker Patrick Bamford and the boys in green face Andorra in a friendly this evening with kick-off at 5 pm.
On the Neil Prendeville show- This morning Mick Mulcahy spoke to Cork South-Central TD, Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire, about his tearful speech in the Dail yesterday concerning partners not being allowed into maternity appointments.
In News- The social protection minister is insisting that changes to the local property tax are being done in the interest of fairness and hoteliers in Cork expect the vast majority of their rooms to be full during the summer.
In sport- The GAA have confirmed that 100 supporters will be able to attend matches from next Monday and Live Score has received the broadcasting rights for the Champions League in the Republic of Ireland.
On the Neil Prendeville show- This morning Mick Mulcahy spoke to Aaron Mansworth, Managing Director of Trigon Hotels, about today's reopening of hotels and what it means for the industry.
In News- The Government is planning to reduce the pandemic unemployment payment by €50 a week from September and a member of NPHET has warned the reopening of the country will be delayed if people socialize too much in the coming weeks.
In Sport- The launch of the Red FM hurling leagues took place last night in Páirc Uí Chaoimh and Rafael Nadal begins his attempt to make history in becoming an outright record holder in men's grand slam tennis.
On the Neil Prendeville show- This morning Mick Mulcahy spoke to Kieran about his concerns over Gatso Vans Parking Illegally to catch speeding motorists.
In News- A Cork Historian and Councillor is questioning whether the historic Sexton Pub needed to be knocked and an investigation is underway into an alleged sexual assault at Allihies beach in West Cork.
In Sport- Cork Senior Footballers face a relegation play-off in division two of the Allianz Football League and the upcoming Copa America will no longer be played in Argentina due to a surge in covid 19 cases.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Mick Mulcahy spoke to travel expert Eoghan Corry about Friday's announcement and what it will mean for the re-opening of the travel industry.
In News- International travel is set to return on July 19th under plans set to go to cabinet this afternoon and Gardai are to carry out a technical examination on a car that was recovered from the water in Crosshaven.
In Sport- Cobh Ramblers host Cork City tonight in St. Colman's Park with kick off at 7.45 and crowds are expected to return to Croke Park after the August bank holiday weekend.
On Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Wayne Lloyd, owner of two salons in Cork, about the staffing crisis in the hairdressing industry.
In News- The Government is to announce plans for the latest easing of restrictions on Friday and a teenage boy will stand trial in Croke Park tomorrow after he was charged with violent disorder and the production of a knife on the night Cameron Blair was murdered.
In Sport- Manchester United lost 11-10 on penalties in last nights Europa League final and Zinedine Zidane has left his role as Real Madrid manager.
On Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Aine McLoughlin from The Harp Bar about the hospitality guidelines that were released yesterday
In News- Up to 60 fishing vessels sailed into the city today to protest against what crews say is the destruction of their industry and two Gardai were injured during a shooting in Dublin last night.
In Sport- Manchester United are looking to win the Europa League for the second time in 5 years tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Patrick Murphy, the CEO of the South & West Fish Producers Organisation, about the protest taking place by fisherman in opposition to the conditions they face under Brexit.
In News - Any reduction in the level of connectivity at Cork airport will have ripple effects for business in the region and shipwrecks like the MB Alta will blight the Irish coast for decades unless existing laws around abandoned vessels are strengthened.
In Sport- La Rochelle coach Ronan O'Gara has spoken of his disappointment on narrowly losing the European Champions Cup final and Ryan Johansson has been included in the Republic of Ireland U21 squad for friendlies against Switzerland, Australia and Denmark.
On Neil Prendeville show- Neil looked at the stories making the local and national newspapers.
In News - A man in his 20's is due in court after knocking a woman off her bike last week on Sarsfield Road and management at Skibbereen's Ludgate hub say people have missed the social aspect of work.
In Sport- Golfer Phil Mickelson says he will cherish his win at the US PGA championship for the rest of his life and in the SSE Airtricity league premier division Shamrock Rovers are looking to put their loss to Dundalk behind them as they host Sligo Rovers.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Una Butler about parents with mental illness. Una lost her two children to murder suicide at the hands of her husband back in 2010.
In News- The OPW minister has hit out at trolls and has accused them of having no interest in protecting the environment and former Debenhams staff have vowed to campaign for a reform on redundancy legislation.
In Sport- Cork City and Cobh Ramblers are both in action today and the Cork Ladies Footballers play their first game of the Lidl National League against Tipperary.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Senator Jerry Buttimer after he said that Cork City is quite a frightening place at the moment.
In News- A status yellow wind and rain weather warning is in place for Cork today and last weeks cyber attack on the HSE is continuing to impact on services at Cork University Hospital.
In Sport- Cobh Ramblers announced that they are entering into a strategic partnership with Premier League team Burnley and today's fixtures from the US PGA Golf championship.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Orla Donohoe from My Lovely Horse Rescue about an incident on the northside where dogs were let loose and attacked pregnant cats.
In News- Calls are being made for the introduction of supports for aviation workers and West Cork Gardai were praised for their work in identifying the remains of an Indonesian fisherman.
In Sport- The fixtures for the Republic of Ireland's friendly matches with Andorra and Hungary have been confirmed and there's 6 games tonight in the penultimate round of fixtures in the Premier League.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Kieran, a pilot with Aer Lingus, about 198 Cork based staff being laid off without pay between September and November.
In News- The Taoiseach says it's shocking that people's lives have been disrupted so much by the HSE hackers and UCC are selling limited edition pieces of flooring from the former on campus bar.
In sport- Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær is calling on supporters to be sensible on the return of fans to matches and Harry Keane has told Tottenham he wants to leave the club at the end of the season.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke about the convincing scam text messages people are receiving that appear to be sent by their bank .
In News- Non- essential retail is opened for the first time in months on Monday with a hope that pent-up demand will boost trade in the City and disruptions expected in hospitals in the coming days following the HSE cyber attack.
In Sport - Cork's Football manager Ronan McCarthy says he'll be looking for an improvement this week as his side go in search of their first win on the Allianz league and in hurling Galway beat All- Ireland Champions Limerick on a scoreline of 0-26 to 1-17.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Cork Entrepeneur Pat Phelan, who has experience in telecoms and communications, about the cyber-attacks on the HSE and the Department of Health.
In News - The HSE is dealing with the fallout from a major cyber attack today and four fishermen had a lucky escape when their trawler caught fire off the coast of Cork in the early hours of Friday morning.
In Sport- The Cork Footballers get their national league campaign underway tomorrow against Kildare in Thurles and Cork City are back in action tonight against UCD.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Paul Byrne from Virgin Media News as he celebrates 40 years in broadcasting.
In News- The Tánaiste says a Covid vaccine could be offered to everyone that wants one by the end of June and a calls been to give wedding couples clarity on the easing of restrictions for the remainder of the summer.
In Sport- Cork footballers face Kildare on Saturday afternoon while the hurlers face Tipperary in the Allianz League and Manchester United and Liverpool play their rescheduled game in the Premier league tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Jade about religious education in catholic schools.
In News- It's hoped reforms to the insurance sector will be fully implemented within the next 12 months and the cost of renting has doubled in the past 10 years.
In Sport- Cork City manager Colin Healy has challenged his side to build on their win over Wexford last weekend and it's been confirmed that this year's Munster Hurling championship will begin on Sunday 27th of June.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Keith spoke to Neil about leaving hotel quarantine after arriving back to Ireland from Italy.
In News- A man remains in Garda custody following a stabbing in the City yesterday and the Government is being encouraged to bring in new laws to protect workers when firms go out of business.
In Sport- Cork manager Ronan McCarthy's 12 week ban is to end on Thursday and in golf Dustin Johnson has opted to skip this week's Byron Nelson Classic due to knee discomfort.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Richard Hogan from the Therapy Institute about social anxiety as Covid restrictions lift.
In News- A Cork hairdresser says he's booked out until June and will be working until midnight many nights to try and clear the backlog and Gardai arrested eight adults and a juvenile for questioning following an incident where it was reported shots were fired in a housing estate in the Ravensdale Close area of Mahon.
In Sport- The Six Nations looks set to remain on free to air on TV in Ireland and Rory McIlroy is back in to the top 10 of world rankings after his first win in 18 months.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Paul Byrne from Virgin Media News, about the feud in Mahon yesterday that saw at least one gun shot fired.
In News- The Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan says it's time for people to be optimistic and start planning for the summer and Pieta House says they are hopeful the success of last year's Darkness Into Light event can be replicated tomorrow morning.
In Sport- Cork City boss Colin Healy wants to see an improvement from his side this evening as they host Wexford at home and Cobh Ramblers look to bounce back from last week's defeat to Galway United.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to people who are separated from their families overseas and say that international travel is not all about holidays in the sun, it's a way of seeing their loved ones.
In News- A Cork TD has accused the Housing Minister of being in "cloud cuckoo land" over his handling of the private rental crisis and a Cork hotelier says government supports are still needed as the country emerges from Covid 19.
In Sport- Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says they can't afford to be complacent as they look to book a place in the Europa League final and Chelsea and Man City will contest this years Champions league final on May 29th.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Fiona about the state of broadband outside of urban areas.
In News- A Cork TD has described plans to cap the price of affordable homes in Cork City at €400,000 as "a sick joke" and ESB network technicians are out on the picket line today.
In Sport- Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says tonight's Champions League semi-final with Real Madrid will be a fascinating tactical battle and Castlehaven and Nemo Rangers will meet in the 2020 Premier Senior football championship in August as last year's final was postponed.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Linda Foley, who is a wedding celebrant, about how the wedding industry is coping through the restrictions.
In News- A man who died after his car entered the water at Kennedy Quay has been named as Christy Moorehouse from Mahon and part of a house in Knocknaheeney collapsed yesterday while under construction.
In Sport- Manchester City are looking to make the Champions League final for the very first time and Mark Selby wins his 4th world snooker championship title.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Timmy, who owns a gardening business, about how hard it is for him to find youngsters who are willing to put in a hard days work.
In News- 4 men and a woman remain in Garda custody after an armed Garda raid in Rochestown and a Cork restaurateur has expressed concern about the reopening date of June 7th.
In Sport- Cork City are looking to avoid a 5th consecutive league defeat tonight and the Champion Hurdle is the feature race in the penultimate day at Punchestown Festival.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Samuel, a taxi driver who had his car broken into in Douglas yesterday. The thieves made off with his bank cards, money, and passport.
In News- Intercounty travel is set to return on May 10th and a broad welcome to news of EU plans for a vaccine passport.
In sport- Manchester United and Arsenal are both in Europa League semi-final action this evening and the semi-finals in the World Snooker Championship kick off with the 2015 world champion Stuart Bingham facing the 3 time champion Mark Selby.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Fergal O'Connor from Origin Hairdressers about the expected announcement on the easing of restrictions.
In News- New figures released in relation to ambulance response time for call outs and 50 new jobs have been announced in Cork with H& MV engineering opening a regional office in Little Island.
In Sport- Cork athlete Aoife Cooke says qualifying for the Olympics is a dream come true and the second Champions League final kicks off tonight with Paris Saint Jermain taking on Manchester City.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Travel Expert Eoghan Corry spoke to Neil about the collapse of Joe Walsh Tours and if Ireland can prepare for a summer of staycations.
In News- The ombudsman for children has requested an immediate end for the use of commercial emergency hotels for asylum seekers and the National Immunisation Advisory Committee is expected to recommend the Johnson and Johnson vaccine be used by those over 50.
In Sport- Brendan Rogers says he is happy with Leicester City despite speculation linking him with Tottenham growing and racing in Punchestown gets underway this afternoon..
On the Neil Prendeville show -Neil spoke to Lucia whose Dad has been suffering from Covid since December. She says it is also important to remember the psychological effects of the virus.
In News- Locals in West Cork and Douglas are coming to terms with the tragic death of a young man who died in a fall near Garrettstown beach on Saturday night and Level five Covid restrictions are easing today.
In Sport- Munster's first win over Leinster in 7 games with a 27-3 win in the Rainbow Cup and Thierry Henry and Alan Shearer are the first two players to be inducted into the Premier League's new hall of fame.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Mark Gannon from Courtmacsherry Lifeboat spoke to Neil about a number of incidents that occurred along our coast at the weekend including the tragic death of a 22 year old male.
In News - An Bord Planeala has granted plans for one of the largest developments in Cork in recent history and Svetlana Murphy has been returned to her family safe and well.
In Sport- Cork City are looking to get back to winning ways after 3 consecutive defeats and Derry City have appointed Ruaidhrí Higgins as their new manager following the departure of Declan Devine yesterday.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil looked at the stories making this morning newspapers.
In News- A young Cork man who overcame a stammer says he hopes to meet US President Joe Biden and hairdressers and barbers will be prioritised for re-opening next month, along with places of worship.
In Sport - Ronan O'Gara has signed a new 3 year contract with La Rochelle and Ireland head coach Adam Griggs will name his team to face Italy this afternoon.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Peter Warburton, who owns a small self-cratering company in Skibbereen, spoke to Neil about the self-catering tourism sector in West Cork and the struggles they are facing.
In News- Plans for housing on the site of the former Bessborough mother and baby home are welcome, however any burial grounds on the site must be protected says a mother and baby homes survivor and NPHET will discuss the merits of Johnson and Johnson's Covid vaccine this week.
In Sport- All 6 English clubs have withdrawn from the European Super League and Ed Woodward is stepping down as Executive vice-chairman of Man United .
On the Neil Prendeville show - Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Times spoke to Neil about the court appearance of the man accused of kidnapping a dog.
In News - Researchers are looking into a new variant of Covid and over $32,000 has been raised to help a mother exhume her daughter in West Cork to rebury her in America.
In Sport- Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp won't resign over the European Super League controversy and the fixtures for the Leinster senior Football and Hurling championship.
On the Neil Prendeville show - James spoke to Neil about a new rental scam that people should be wary of.
In News- The National Immunisation Advisory Committee will discuss whether the gap between the first and second doses of the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines can be extended and a man is due in court in Dublin following the death of a woman at the weekend.
In Sport- The draws for the Munster senior Hurling and Football championships have taken place and 12 of Europe's leading Football clubs are to join a new super league competition.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Kieran, who is a First Officer for Aer Lingus, based in Cork, about the closure of Cork Airport and how aviation is coping during the pandemic.
In News - There are fears Ireland could lose another bank and the National Public Health Emergency Team have praised the efforts of the public.
In Sport- Cork City welcome Shelbourne to Turners Cross in the SSE Airtricity league first division tonight and Cobh Ramblers are looking for their first win of the season against Wexford.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Kevin Cullinane, the Marketing Manager at Cork Airport spoke to Neil about the 10 week closure to re-build the runway.
In News- Cork Harbour Alliance for a Safe Environment say they are closely watching the passage of an application through the courts by Indaver and Ireland's first tubing park is set to open in Rosscarbery in a matter of weeks.
In Sport- Pep Guardiola is happy his side Man City have overcome a mental barrier to reach the Champions League semi-finals and the Ireland team to face France in the Women's Six Nations will be named this afternoon.
On Neil Prendeville show- Neil looked at how locals, business owners and visitors are enjoying Clonakilty now that the 5km restriction has been lifted.
In News- Residents in East Cork are opposed to plans for running the cable for the Celtic Interconnector project past their homes and the Taoiseach is to meet with the HSE and the vaccine task force later to discuss altering the country's Covid 19 vaccine programme.
In Sport- Liverpool are looking to progress to the Champions League finals and the Ireland's Women's Six Nations game with France lies in the balance.
On the Neil Prendeville show Dr John Sheehan spoke to Neil about the vaccine roll out and the current situation surrounding the AstraZeneca Jab.
In News - All AstraZeneca vaccination clinics due to take place today have been cancelled and a 52 year-old Cork woman who fraudulently claimed €69,000 in carers allowance has been remanded on bail.
In Sport- Ireland Women's Rugby star Beibhinn Parsons said the support they have received this week has been phenomenal and in the Champions league Quarter final second legs Chelsea have a 2-0 lead over Porto heading into tonight's game.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Grainne spoke to Neil about being shocked when her Doctor called her 'fat.'
In News- People can travel outside their 5km from today with the easing of level five restrictions however they are being asked to continue to work from home.
In Sport- Japan' Hideki Matsuyama won the masters by a single shot at Augusta and Cork's Fintan McCarthy and Paul O'Donovan combined to win gold for Ireland in the final of the lightweight men's double sculls.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Denis spoke to Neil about the kidnap of his dog while they were out on a walk yesterday. Luckily 'Rocco' was returned safely later that evening.
In News- A Cork Garda is recovering in hospital this morning after being injured carrying out a search of a car yesterday and Debenhams workers are marking one year since they lost their jobs in the city.
In Sport- Cork City are looking to get back to winning ways as they host Athlone at Turners Cross, while Cobh Ramblers head to Limerick to face Treaty United in the SSE Airtricity First division.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Paul Byrne From Virgin Media News about a story from overnight involving an injured Garda in West Cork.
In News- Residents living in the vicinity of the Lough say they have had enough of the smell of urine in a laneway near their homes and St. Vincent De Paul is calling for their charity shops in Cork to be deemed essential.
In Sport - It's day one of the masters in Augusta with Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry looking for their first green jacket and Monaghan GAA chairman says he was unaware of any team training session that took place in recent weeks.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Susan Ryan, from Susan Ryan Beauty, about the black market in hair and beauty treatments.
In News - The one millionth covid vaccine will be administered in Ireland today and teacher unions and the Department of Health look set to clash later over vaccine prioritisation.
In Sport- A recent trip to Tiger Woods` house has given Rory McIlroy a fresh perspective on focusing on the main events and Kevin De Bruyne has signed a new contract with Man City until the summer of 2025.
On Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to publicans in rural Cork about how the summer might look for the industry.
In News- The three main teaching unions are holding their annual conferences this week and five Cork sailors had a lucky escape when they were rescued from the water off Youghal yesterday afternoon.
In Sport- Man City and Liverpool are both in action in the Champions league this evening and North Korea won't be taking part in this year's Tokyo Olympics.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil looked at the stories making Tuesdays papers.
In news - It's hoped the discovery of two guns in a ditch outside the city could lead to the reopening of cold-case murder files and one of the organisers of an anti-lockdown protest in the city says tomorrow's event is not about creating trouble.
In Sport - Cork City are facing Cabinteely in the SSE Airtricity first division tonight and in the Champions Cup Leinster take on Toulon in the last 16.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke about the hotel quarantine for those arriving into Cork from red list countries.
In News - A man who allegedly attempted to rob a shop in the city armed with a syringe will appear in court today and Gardaí have issued fines to 30 people who attended a house party in the city on Tuesday night.
In Sport- A number of high profiled Dublin footballers took part in a collective training session yesterday in breach of Covid regulations and Northern Ireland are without an international win since October 2019.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil looked at the stories making the local and national newspapers.
In News - Cork Business Association is to seek clarity from the Government on the future plans for outdoor dining and there's frustration with the lack of a plan for the opening of Pubs and the retail sector also.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny is now 11 games without a win and in GAA a club in West Cork is under investigation by Gardai after possible breaches of Covid 19 regulations.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Adrian Cummins, CEO of the Restaurant Association spoke to Neil to talk about last night's announcement and what it means for the hospitality industry.
In News- There may be no easing of restrictions on April 5th as the Government takes a phased approach to easing some measures and residents within the UCC vicinity have once again appealed to landlords not to rent out their properties for summer parties.
In Sport- Stephen Kenny insists he is still the right man to lead the Republic of Ireland forward and in Rugby Simon Zebo has been linked with a move to London Irish.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Lisa, a 37-year-old woman who is 3 months pregnant and is homeless on the streets of Cork spoke to Neil about using drugs and how she wants to get clean for her unborn baby
In News- The cabinet will decide on easing restrictions tomorrow following a meeting of the National Public Health Emergency Team and the pandemic has given people more time to think about their job, according to a new survey.
In Sport- Munster's JJ Hanrahan is to join Clermont Auvergne at the end of the season and Ireland boss Stephen Kenny still has the backing of the FAI despite Ireland's shock loss to Luxemburg on Saturday .
On the Neil Prendeville show- Michael O'Donovan, the Vintners Chairperson in Cork spoke to Neil about comments made on Friday's Six One news that suggested pubs were partly to blame for Covid figures.
In News - A Kinsale woman who stole over €6,000 from a woman who moved to the area from the UK has been handed a four month suspended sentence and the long running battle between UCC and the ESB will go to the High Court to settle a liability claim related to severe flooding in Cork City in 2009.
In Sport- Cork City manager Colin Healy says he is expecting a very tough battle against Cobh Ramblers tonight and the deciding game of this years Six Nations takes place as France take on Scotland in Paris.
On The Neil Prendeville Show - Neil spoke to the brother of Adrian Moynihan on the 20th anniversary of Adrian's death after an incident outside Sidetrax nightclub on Grafton Street.
In News -Healthcare workers in Cork will receive their Covid vaccines at Páirc Ui Chaoimh Thursday and Friday and a man is due in court in Bandon next month after he was charged with PUP fraud.
In Sport- Republic of Ireland manager Stephen Kenny says there are positives to take after their 3-2 loss to Serbia last night and Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry hope to bounce back today at eh WGC in Texas.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent for the Irish Times spoke to Neil about Liam Manley's killer having his murder conviction quashed.
In News- It's hoped the Government will announce some easing of the current level five restrictions and Penneys have announced plans to significantly increase their presence in Cork city.
In Sport- The Republic of Ireland kick off their 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign against Serbia in Belgrade with a number of players out injured tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville Show- Samantha spoke to Neil about helping to rescue a woman who had jumped into the river Lee.
In News- The Health Minister Stephen Donnelly says he hopes a new quarantine hotel system will act as a deterrent to people coming to Ireland and the Oireachtas will hear from the hospitality sector later today.
In Sport- The build-up is continuing ahead of Friday night's local derby between Cork City and Cobh Ramblers and Cork's Ethon Varian has been called up to the Ireland U21 squad.
On the Neil Prendeville show-Neil took a look at the stories making Tuesday's papers.
In News- The HSE is to ramp up the roll-out of vaccines this week after the Astra Zeneca vaccine was declared safe for use and residents at long term care-facilities and nursing homes will be able to have visitors from today.
In Sport - Callum Robinson says he is hoping to start for Ireland this week and Leister are into their first FA Cup final since 1982.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil took a call about rental scams that are appearing online.
In News - Residents in a housing estate in Ballincollig expressed concern after a gang gathered for a second time in the estate on St Patrick's night and health officials are to give an update on the use of the AstraZeneca vaccine in Ireland today.
In Sport- Willie Mullins trained Album Photo is looking to chase his 3rd successive Cheltenham Gold Cup today and the SSE Airtricity League gets underway this evening with Shamrock Rovers hosting St Patrick's Athletic.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil took a look at yesterday's Reclaim the Streets Rally on the Grand Parade.
In News- Summer holidays could be a possibility this year according to an Irish airline executive and a protest against gender based violence is taking place in Cork city centre today.
In Sport- The number of Irish winners at Cheltenham stands at 11 at the halfway stage and Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham and Rangers can all secure a place in the quarter-finals of the Europa League tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Cllr Mick Finn spoke to Neil about the large gathering at the Lough on St Patrick's Day.
In News- Health officials and Gardai are asking people not to gather for several planned protests today and Thursday and Sinn Fein Leader Mary Lou MacDonald says it's 'beyond the beyond' that anyone would defend Leo Vardakar over his leaking of a confidential document.
In Sport- Irish rugby player CJ Stander has announced he'll retire this summer and the Cheltenham Festival begins behind closed doors today.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Heather who is one of the organisers of the Reclaim the Street Rally that is due to take place in Cork on Thursday.
In News- The temporary suspension of the AstraZeneca vaccine over concerns about blood clots, all primary school and 5th year students return to class and plans to cut 18 newly qualified doctors on Leeside.
In Sport - Ireland claimed their second Six Nations win yesterday with a 27-24 win over Scotland and Manchester United remain 2nd in the Premier League.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke about acts of vandalism in Graveyards, the latest was in Ballincollig over the weekend.
In News- Today marks the one year anniversary since Covid 19 restrictions were imposed by the then Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and the Finance Minister says the Government is determined to get as many vaccines as possible in a very competitive market place.
In Sport- Keith Earls, Rob Herring and Cian Healy are all back in the starting 15 in Ireland's Six Nations Clash against Scotland on Sunday and in the PRO 14 Munster host Scarlets in Thomond Park.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Michael O'Donovan the Cork Chairman of the Vintners Association, about extending pub opening hours once they are allowed to re-open.
In News- Tánaiste Leo Varadkar says it will be the end of April or Early May, at the earliest before non- essential retail or hairdressers can reopen and it's hoped Johnson and Johnson's Covid vaccine will be given the green light today.
In Sport - Ireland are continuing preparations for Sunday's Six Nations clash with Scotland and the last 16 of the Europa League kicks off this evening.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Fiona spoke to Neil about legalising cannabis in Ireland.
In News - Every county will be under a status yellow wind warning later today and Piers Morgan is continuing to dominate headlines after he controversially quit ‘Good Morning Britain’ after backlash over his Meghan Markle comments.
In sport- Ryan Giggs will not be involved in Wales' upcoming international camp and will miss their two World Cup qualifiers and Becky Cassin has been named as Cork City Captain ahead of the start of the 2021 SSE Airtricity League.
On the Neil Prendeville show -Neil spoke to Sonja who was amongst a group of people who helped rescue a woman who had jumped into the Lee near the Mary Elmes Bridge.
In News- A "vaccine bonus" is to be examined by NPHET in the coming weeks and more than 79,000 applications have been submitted to the CAO for college courses in 2021.
In Sport- West Ham boss David Moyes says a top-half finish would be a strong Premier League season and Ireland's Séamus Coleman is set to return from injury ahead of boss Stephen Kenny naming his team for the world cup qualifiers next week.
On the Neil Prendeville Show- Neil spoke to Martin Condon who walked into Anglesea Street Garda Station with a cannabis plant in protest over the Misuse of Cannabis Act.
In News- The Organisers of tomorrow's "rally for truth" protest in Cork City have refused a Garda request to cancel the event and there are no plans to move pregnant women up the vaccine que despite reports linking Covid 19 to stillbirth.
In sport- Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp says he's at a loss to explain their poor run of form with a 1-0 defeat to Chelsea last night and Munster can secure a place in the PRO 14 final, they face Connacht in Thomand Park at 7.35 tonight.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil looked at the headlines and stories making Friday's newspapers
In News- The aunt of 16 year-old Kimberley O'Connor who lost her life in a car crash last year says despite the incident traffic has not slowed down in the area and a Cork city based residents association are calling on parents not to allow their children to rent a party house in the city this summer.
In Sport- Munster's Billy Holland says the time is right for him to step away from the professional game and Liverpool host Chelsea at Anfield in the Premier League.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil took calls about the 'Pyramid Schemes' that are catching people out across Cork, with many people losing money.
In News- Former Garda Sergeant Christy Galligan says this weekend's anti- lockdown protest is cause for concern despite assurances from organisers and Cork County Council has been refunded €23,000 after a statue of silver Screen legend Maureen O'Hara was criticised for not looking like her.
In sport- Manchester City have gone 21 games undefeated in all competitions and the Irish Horse Racing Regulatory Board will meet on Friday to decide what sanction should be applied to trainer Gordon Elliott.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Travel Expert Eoghan Corry and Kevin Cullinane, Head of Communications at Cork Airport about the work that is due to go ahead on the runway at Cork Airport.
In News- Gardai are investigating the possibility that the remains of a woman in her 70's found near Midleton may have been dug out of a grave and Gordan Elliott says he will spend the rest of his life regretting the error he made after a picture emerged of him on top of a dead horse..
In Sport- The 2030 World Cup could be coming to Ireland and Everton are within two points of a place in the Champions League.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil took calls regarding the announcement from Bank of Ireland that it would close 88 branches in Ireland including 9 in Cork.
In News- There have been calls for a planned anti-lockdown protest in Cork to be banned and Bank of Ireland has announced the closure of over 100 branches in Ireland.
In Sport- Cork City manager Colin Healy says he is happy with how pre-season is going so far after being beaten by Shamrock Rovers yesterday 2-1 and horse trainer Gordon Elliott say he can't apologise enough after an image emerged at the weekend of him sitting on a dead Horse.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Neil spoke to Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Times, about the developments and timeline surrounding the deaths of three brothers in north Cork.
In News- A double murder investigation is underway in North Cork following the discovery of the bodies of two brothers and all Direct Provision centres will close in the next 4 years.
In Sport- Munster are in action this evening against the Cardiff Blues and the draw for the Europa League last 16 takes place today.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Times, about two brothers found murdered on a North Cork farm overnight.
In News- Concerns that level 5 restrictions were breached at Ballymalloe Cookery school and the Taoiseach has told his parliamentary party the 5 kilometre travel limit could eased on April 5th.
In sport- There's 7 changes to the Irish rugby side that lost to France ahead of their Six Nations clash with Italy on Saturday and Cobh Ramblers play their first game of 2021 against Longford town this evening.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Susan Ryan from Susan Ryan Beauty on the South Main Street that she is looking at opening her salon next week, regardless of restrictions.
In News- A status orange rain warning has passed on Tuesday night without causing significant flooding to property in Cork and the Tánaiste says he doesn't think the new living with covid plan is overly cautious.
In Sport- Hopes that the new GAA season will begin in May with the return of the Allianz Leagues and Tiger Woods is awake and responsive following his worrying car accident yesterday.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Michael Magner, owner of the Vienna Woods Hotel about the bleak future the hospitality industry will be facing it if does not reopen for summer.
In News- Heavy rain and high winds are expected to bring flooding to areas in the city and county and Former Acadia Group employees are demonstrating outside their former workplace today.
In sport- Six Nations organizers are due to make a decision on France's clash with Scotland tomorrow after 11 of the French squad tested positive for Covid 19 and Thomas Tuchel takes charge of Chelsea for the first in Europe as they face Atlético Madrid in the Champions League at 8 PM.
In the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Paul Byrne from Virgin Media News about the two former Cork solicitors who were jailed for elaborate bank fraud.
In News- TDs are to get a pay rise in July, meaning they will now earn over €100,000 a year and the Government are to discuss the phased reopening of the country today.
In Sport - Cork City played their 1st match of 2021 yesterday taking on St. Patrick's Athlete and the Irish Rugby squad train today in preparation for their Six Nations game against Italy on Saturday.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil looked at the big stories that were making Monday's local and national newspapers.
In News- A major investigation is underway after 172 kilos of Cocaine was discovered in a fruit container at Ringaskiddy port yesterday and Ulster Bank is pulling out of the Irish market.
In sport- Munster return to PRO 14 action this weekend, they face Edinburgh in Murrayfield and All Ireland champions Dublin have picked up 9 PWC All Star awards.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent for The Irish Times spoke to Neil regarding one of the biggest drug seizures in the Republic for years after cocaine valued at €12.04 million was discovered in Ringaskiddy.
In News- Leaving Cert students are to be given a choice between written exams and predictive grades and the cabinet sub -committee on Covid 19 are to get advice from NPHET on what parts of the economy to re-open.
In Sport- Keith Earls has reporteldy been offered a new 1 year deal with Munster and the IRFU and Thierry Henry is in the running to be the next Bournemouth manager.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Barry Roche, Southern Correspondent with the Irish Times, about the jailing of a 42-year-old Cork man who sexually exploited a 14 year old girl with special needs.
In News- The impact of Covid on the elderly in Cork is being highlighted as they receive their first dose of the vaccine and the former head of the HSE says the Johnson and Johnson vaccine could be a game changer.
In sport- Cork Ladies Footballer Saoirse Noonan steps down from Inter-county this year to help with her international prospects and Cork's Aaron Hill is in action in the second round of the Welsh snooker open today he faces Ali Carter.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to John Lowe, The Money Doctor, about the tax owed by people after receiving PUP or wage subsidy payments.
In News - Many Leaving Cert students want the option of choosing between written exams and predictive grades and the Children's Minister will appear before an Oireachtas Children's Committee today to discuss what happened to interview tapes with survivors of Mother and Baby Homes.
In Sport - Andy Farrell has let 12 Irish players return to their provinces for the PRO 14 but has kept a group of 24 for a mini camp on Thursday and Friday and in snooker Cork's Aaron Hill kicks off his Welsh open campaign today.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Nikki who is a volunteer with a homeless outreach group in Cork called Seo Le Cuidiú.
In News- Leo Varadkar says his solicitors have written to Garda Headquarters offering to meet and answer questions about the leaking of a confidential document and the over 85s will start receiving the Covid vaccine from today.
In Sport- Ireland have now lost back to back games in their Six Nations campaign after being beaten by the French yesterday and in the Premier league tonight West Ham and Chelsea both have a chance to go into the top 4.
On the Neil Prendeville show - Dr John Sheehan spoke to Neil about the rollout of the vaccine to the over 85s.
In News- The association of secondary school teachers of Ireland says they will meet with the minister of education today to discuss issues with the leaving cert, but aren't back in talks and this year's Valentine's day is expected to be one of the busiest for florists in years.
In sport- The Irish team to face France in Sunday's Six Nations game has been named. It includes Iain Henderson as Captain and Rhys Ruddock as Peter O'Mahony's replacement and the Head of the organizing committee for the Tokyo Olympics Yoshiro Mori is after resigning after making inappropriate comments about women.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to callers about the Taoiseachs potential Patrick's Day trip to Washington.
In News - Students should get clarity on the Leaving Cert exams next week according to the Taoiseach and the Irish aviation industry could be badly hit by an increase in the non-essential travel fine.
In Sport - All GAA fixtures are set to be postponed until at least Easter and defending women's singles champion Sophia Kenin has been knocked out of the Australian Tennis Open by Kaia Kanepi.
On the Neil Prendeville show- Neil spoke to Cllr Ken O'Flynn about a traveller funeral where it appeared covid restrictions were being broken.