<p>Under the new programme, which came into operation today, antigen tests will be made available to the children in a primary school pod, where a child in the pod has had a PCR test that detected Covid-19.</p>

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'Antigen testing will help towards keeping Covid at bay in schools,' says Cork principal

The HSE confirmed that by 4pm today it had received just over 7,000 requests for dispatch of antigen tests over the phone and online.

Boil Water Notice first issued on October 20 still remains in place in Cork town

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Boil Water Notice first issued on October 20 still remains in place in Cork town

A Boil Water Notice that was issued as a precautionary measure on Wednesday, October 20 still remains in place for the greater Macroom area until further notice.

Davy Fitzgerald relishing chance to link up with Cork camogie team

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Davy Fitzgerald relishing chance to link up with Cork camogie team

“I’ve committed to one or two days a week as coach; it’s great I don’t have to manage."

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Cork musician: "The pandemic hit us hard - but the kids kept me focused... the piano was my salve"

Cork musician: "The pandemic hit us hard - but the kids kept me focused... the piano was my salve"

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Parents invited to have their say as 22 year old curriculum in primary schools set for revamp

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Eyewitness in Cork murder trial saw man lying in hallway in underpants, court hears

Eyewitness in Cork murder trial saw man lying in hallway in underpants, court hears

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Thousands of homes in Cork city to be without water overnight on Wednesday as major leak repaired

Thousands of homes in Cork city to be without water overnight on Wednesday as major leak repaired

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<p>Cork city councillor, Oliver Moran, has been elected to a two-year term on the Executive Committee of the Green Party. Pic Darragh Kane</p>

Cork city councillor elected to serve on the Executive Committee of the Green Party

CORK city councillor, Oliver Moran, has been elected to a two-year term on the Executive Committee of the Green Party.

New Year's party at home 4k

Cabinet set to agree on encouraging people to restrict social activities

Minister Coveney opens new support service centre at Cork's Collins Barracks

Minister Coveney opens new support service centre at Cork's Collins Barracks

Juror no-show in Cork murder trial

Juror no-show in Cork murder trial

PICS: Excitement high as football legend visits young Cork players

PICS: Excitement high as football legend visits young Cork players

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<p>Na Piarsaigh's Michael Sheehan is tackle by Sliabh Rua's Oisin Whyte during the Rebel Og under 18 P2HC final at Pairc Ui Rinn. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Michael Sheehan fires Na Piarsaigh to the U18 county hurling title with 1-16 in their win over Sliabh Rua

It capped off a fine few days for Na Piarsaigh, who added to their Premier 1 U16 HC success at the weekend.

20211120 Boxing - JJ Murphy of the Cork Ex-Boxers Association presenting Steve Collins with an honourary ‘Jack McAuliffe Medal’

Former world champ Steve Collins will never forget his three day visit to Cork and the love shown to him by all in the Cork boxing world

Crowley, Honohan and Kargbo all re-sign with Cork City for next season

Crowley, Honohan and Kargbo all re-sign with Cork City for next season

Ian Maguire leads his team in the parade 28/11/2021

Christy O'Connor breaks down the stats from St Finbarr's gritty win over Clon

Former boss John Caulfield felt the new Cork City Board were too in-experienced and that not all of them wanted him as manager

Former boss John Caulfield felt the new Cork City Board were too in-experienced and that not all of them wanted him as manager

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Shopping local is what economy needs

As we continue our weekly series on small businesses in the city and county, MARTINA O’DONOGHUE catches up with the women behind Joyfully - Created In Cork to find out why shopping local is important

Great ideas for Christmas gifts for gardeners

Great ideas for Christmas gifts for gardeners

TV series traces humble beginnings of Danny La Rue in Cork to superstardom

TV series traces humble beginnings of Danny La Rue in Cork to superstardom

Cork families go head to head in 'Battle of the Christmas lights' TV show

Cork families go head to head in 'Battle of the Christmas lights' TV show

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Wedding of the Week: Cork couple marry after 17 years together

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<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">FRIENDS IN NEED: Trevor Laffan bonded with a fellow patient while he was undergoing prostate surgery in hospital</p>

Trevor Laffan: Sometimes, a stranger can be a friend you haven’t met yet...

Brief encounters with strangers can often lead to friendships, so says Trevor Laffan in his weekly article

Coronavirus rates

Want some good news for once? Covid vaccines may have saved 25,000 lives... in Ireland alone

Cork can lead the discussion on Irish unity

Cork can lead the discussion on Irish unity

John Arnold: As Dickie bows out, it’s truly the end of a showband era

John Arnold: As Dickie bows out, it’s truly the end of a showband era

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Colette Sheridan: Is a retail village in county Cork such a good idea?

Nostalgia

A bomber caught on Parliament Bridge: Cork stories in the headlines 100 years ago

Rising prices, profiteering, and housing woes... Cork gripes 100 years ago

What was in the news 100 years ago today

Looking back at the great days of Cork motorcycling

Looking back at the great days of Cork motorcycling

A city comes out in force to mourn the death of nationalist hero

A city comes out in force to mourn the death of nationalist hero

The day a snake escaped in a Cork docklands pub...

The day a snake escaped in a Cork docklands pub...

Praying For Peace

Echo in call to reduce price of porter, while a farmers’ dance proves a tonic

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<p>"Many of my own age – including myself - are still very mindful of the need to cut down on our social contacts and for some this has almost meant cutting them out completely." Picture: Stock</p>

'I've enjoyed my solitary confinement during the pandemic... but I don't think it's a way to spend the rest of my life'

Covid-19 has brought about her inner hermit, so says Sue Russell

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How to develop a Growth Mindset

My Wardrobe: I love the colourful chaos of this outfit... bound to turn a few heads

My Wardrobe: I love the colourful chaos of this outfit... bound to turn a few heads

What was your favourite childhood toy? We ask Cork people to share theirs...

What was your favourite childhood toy? We ask Cork people to share theirs...

Cork women behind Kind Minds are giving children tools to tackle anxiety

Cork women behind Kind Minds are giving children tools to tackle anxiety

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<p><span id="docs-internal-guid-2d637e43-7fff-dd3b-7fef-6ba56423636a">It’s been a busy and eclectic period for Cork-based singer/songwriter Elaine Malone, who has a new album, Mantua.</span></p>

Cork-based singer Elaine Malone on her new Mantua album and the inspiration behind it

From working on her second full-length under her Mantua project, to performing at a Cork care home for Cork Midsummer Festival, to reinterpreting a Nirvana classic, it’s been a busy and eclectic period for Cork-based, Limerick-born singer, songwriter and improviser Elaine Malone. Mike McGrath-Bryan investigates.

All Together Now is another great festival to look forward to

All Together Now is another great festival to look forward to

High five! Extra dates added for Garth Brooks concert series

High five! Extra dates added for Garth Brooks concert series

Shows in Cork theatres are set to raise our spirits this week

Shows in Cork theatres are set to raise our spirits this week

Check out some highlights of the Quiet Lights festival in Cork

Check out some highlights of the Quiet Lights festival in Cork

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<p>An artist's illustration of how the new Playground & Leisure Area Crann Centre, Ovens, Co Cork, will look when completed. The fundraising drive is now over €300,000 of the total €500,000 cost. </p>

Children's dreams to come true with accessible new playground

Parents and children are eagerly anticipating an inclusive and accessible playground in Cork, designed to appeal to all children

Give the gift of a five-star promise this Christmas and share the joy of Mount Juliet Estate

Give the gift of a five-star promise this Christmas and share the joy of Mount Juliet Estate

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Tips for saving energy

Online school rethinks Maths with 5-day course

Online school rethinks Maths with 5-day course

How €2,000 turned into Cork's number one plumbing service

How €2,000 turned into Cork's number one plumbing service

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