Cork City set to host European Maritime Day event

Leesiders have long been known for an intense pride in the close ties between their home town and the nearby Atlantic lapping on its shores.

And while that pride has often been the source of derision from other parts of the country, the reason for it is set to be underlined today with a high-profile EU award for the picturesque port city.

After months of Government campaigning behind the scenes, Cork City is expected to today be announced as the hosts for European Maritime Day in 2020.