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<p>The Muintir Gabriels squad and mentors celebrate winning the West Cork LGFA Division 3 trophy following victory over O'Donovna Rossa in 2019.</p>

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GAA rule change on women's football angers Cork councillors

Under the new rule being proposed by the Ladies Gaelic Football Association (LGFA), all amalgamated teams will now have to step up to the intermediate grade, which could see some teams face opponents they have little prospect of beating.

<p> The new roundabout when it was under construction last year just off the old N22 at Glounarig East of Macroom and alongside the new Macroom-Ballyvourney bypass. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

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Proposal to honour Cumann na mBan in the name of Macroom's new bypass roundabout

The suggestion to honour women's contribution in the War of Independence wins cross-party support at Cork County Council

<p>Cork County Council heard the broadband roll-out had been postponed for more than a year in the Cobh area and people are being forced to go to their workplaces as they don't have adequate coverage at home.</p>

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Broadband horror stories — Cork students go to enterprise centre to get connection

The horror stories were aired by councillors amid frustration that the national broadband roll-out is too slow and needs to be fast-tracked as more people need to work from home due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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'It's clear Sinn Féin are locked out of talks': Martin comes under fire from FF members

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Mayor elected as replacements for newly-elected TDs join Cork council

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West Cork’s new faces and seasoned campaigners vie for victory

Owners of creche in RTÉ probe earn €350k in two years

The two creche owners behind the Dublin firm that was at the centre of an RTÉ investigation alleging mistreatment of children have paid themselves a total of €350,000 over the past two years.

Wed, 23 Aug, 2017

Tristan Forde and family reunited for Christmas after cannabis oil treatment

A family that spent a year apart so one of their little boys could undergo life-changing cannabis oil treatment in the US has been reunited for Christmas.

Mon, 05 Dec, 2016

Christmas balloon’s flight brings Norwegian family to Cork

More than six months after it took flight from West Cork, a humble Christmas balloon returned whence it came — bringing a Norwegian family in tow.

Sun, 31 Jul, 2016

West Cork town vows to move heaven and earth to help Norwegians land balloon prizes

An Irish town has launched a massive community campaign to ensure the red carpet is rolled out for a Norwegian family who found their message-on-a-balloon 2,500km away.

Fri, 24 Jun, 2016

Dublin 4 residents seeking to block house makeover

Some homeowners on the country’s most exclusive road are trying to block plans by one of their neighbours to carry out a house makeover that includes an underground cinema.

Fri, 15 Jan, 2016

Creche fined €1k after child was ‘rough handled’

A Dublin creche has been fined €1,000 and allowed to stay open after a staff member was secretly filmed “rough-handling” and shouting at children.

Sun, 06 Sep, 2015

Creche to show video evidence in own defence

A creche facing trial under child protection laws following an RTÉ expose will show almost 40 hours of secretly filmed video evidence in their defence.

Wed, 25 Feb, 2015

RTÉ asked to explain what extra evidence it has on creche owner

RTÉ has been asked to explain what additional evidence it has on a creche owner facing trial for breaking child laws following an undercover exposé.

Wed, 17 Dec, 2014

Crèche in RTÉ exposé wants video footage

A Dublin crèche facing trial for breaking child protection laws following an RTÉ investigation has demanded 160 hours of video footage allegedly held by a prosecution "star witness".

Wed, 19 Nov, 2014

Creche accused of breaking child laws

A Dublin creche which was at the centre of an RTÉ investigation last year is now being prosecuted for breaking child protection laws.

Tue, 14 Oct, 2014

Creche charged in connection with alleged mistreatment of children

A North Dublin creche is being prosecuted following an investigation by RTE's Prime Time into alleged mistreatment of children.

Mon, 13 Oct, 2014

'Benefits Street' given the chop by Channel 4

'Benefits Street' has been axed.

Fri, 20 Jun, 2014

Controversial Benefits Street set for second run

Controversial reality TV show Benefits Street looks set to return for a second series – but will not be filming in Birmingham.

Tue, 11 Feb, 2014

Heads turn as Bill pops to the shops

You pop into a bookshop for a browse and you end up meeting a former American president.

Sat, 23 Jun, 2012

Gaining insight from loss

A weekend retreat aims to help people move on from bereavement and break-ups, says Colette Sheridan

Wed, 02 May, 2012

Broadcasting stars tune in to radio awards

THE stars of Irish radio were out in force last night for the industry’s annual awards night.

Sat, 21 Oct, 2006

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