Four communities fight to win Pride of Place contest

Four communities in Co Cork have been fighting the elements while sprucing up their villages in an attempt to win an annual Pride of Place competition and a share of a €30,000 prize fund.

Mon, 20 Aug, 2012 - 01:00

Sean O’Riordan

Judges who visited two villages over the weekend will complete their inspections by Sep 17. Rathcormac and Tracton were scrutinised on Friday.

It will be the turn of Kildorrery and Freemount next month.

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