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<p> There is a large garda presence now in Whitegate. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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LIVE: Cork Chamber chief asks protestors to stand down now

The blockade outside the oil facility in East Cork is continuing this morning as Minister Peter Burke said he believed an 'intervention' would be announced later today.

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Man, 49, accused of stealing €6k worth of products from pharmacies in Cork

He allegedly stole €2,869 worth of cosmetics and health supplements from Sam McCauley pharmacy in Blackpool Shopping Centre.

Carroll: We know what we’re facing into taking on Galway

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Carroll: We know what we’re facing into taking on Galway

Rebels face familiar foe Galway in Lidl Division One ladies football final

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John Dolan: A snapshot of Cork in 1926, as Census prepares to reveal all

John Dolan: A snapshot of Cork in 1926, as Census prepares to reveal all

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My Weekend: 'I feel like Hannah Montana..I live a few different lives'

My Weekend: 'I feel like Hannah Montana..I live a few different lives'

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Cork students honoured for work in MTU society

Cork students honoured for work in MTU society

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Cork Chamber outlines its budget priorities in new survey

Cork Chamber outlines its budget priorities in new survey

Cork News

<p>The scheme is aimed at people who do not own a home, are above the threshold for social housing but have difficulty affording private rented accommodation.</p>

Cost rental scheme in East Cork town is launched

Applications for the new three- and four-bed houses at Silverwood, Youghal, will open at 12pm on Monday, April 20.

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Woman dies in house fire in suburb of Cork city

Warning of overnight water supply disruption for parts of Cork city's northside

Warning of overnight water supply disruption for parts of Cork city's northside

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Cork man who was 'rushing' charged with three counts of dangerous driving

Cork town's school has 'acute accommodation shortfall'

Cork town's school has 'acute accommodation shortfall'

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<p>Patrick Horgan of Cork is tackled by Huw Lawlor of Kilkenny at Croke Park. Picture: Ray McManus/Sportsfile</p>

Christy O'Connor: Modern GAA players are allowed to broaden their horizons, fans don't own them

'Many players are rightly lauded when they retire, but the applause isn’t always as loud when the supporters feel that the player, irrespective of their personal situation and choice, has more to give'

Cork ladies footballers back on the road to where they belong

Cork ladies footballers back on the road to where they belong

Cork v Kerry - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 2

Cork v Limerick: Martin returns in goal as Sheedy handed championship debut

Paris Saint-Germain v Liverpool - UEFA Champions League - Quarter Final - First Leg - Parc des Princes

Champions League: No European relief for Slot and Liverpool

Cork aim for three from three in U23 camogie championship

Cork aim for three from three in U23 camogie championship

Cork Lives

<p>Cork man Jack is on First Dates Ireland</p>

TV: Cork man dreams of dating someone 'so hot' that people think he's 'very rich or funny'

The 27-year-old, who appears on First Dates Ireland, is looking for a long-term relationship.

New film shot in Cork explores impact of dementia on family

New film shot in Cork explores impact of dementia on family

TV sport round-up: Ladies football final... and Grand National too

TV sport round-up: Ladies football final... and Grand National too

Cork man: ‘I’m someone who happens to have cystic fibrosis, but there’s more to me than that'

Cork man: ‘I’m someone who happens to have cystic fibrosis, but there’s more to me than that'

Person to Person: 'I wish I could be a spendthrift, but in this economy, I’m a saver'

Person to Person: 'I wish I could be a spendthrift, but in this economy, I’m a saver'

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Hearing Cork anthem The Banks will never be the same now Seán Ó Sé has left us, says John Arnold. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Maurice Gunning</span>
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John Arnold: I sang a song for every Irish county... but one stumped me!

You know the way certain famous songs are inextricably linked to individual Irish counties? Some people think they are simply GAA anthems, but in reality they are much more, writes JOHN ARNOLD.

Couple kissing behind the red heart

Tips from therapist on how to keep your love alive

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Áilín Quinlan: From Moon landing to lunacy, how the mighty U.S has fallen

Trying to drag herself out of the doom and gloom

Using anchoring as a tool to help overcome anxiety

'Wise words of a child stole the show at my dad's 80th birthday'

'Wise words of a child stole the show at my dad's 80th birthday'

Nostalgia

<p>Patrons at the Palm Court Ballroom in Cork, pictured in 1962, which was a popular spot in the city for dancing.</p>

Throwback Thursday: ‘The manager stared at the wild display in horror and put a stop to jitterbugging’

This week in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears about the Cork dance halls which bucked the trend in the showband era... and the joy of an offer of ‘a mug of soup’

Cork's Mick Barry and his impact on the development of the Seandún Division

Cork's Mick Barry and his impact on the development of the Seandún Division

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the showband era in Cork

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the showband era in Cork

The man who resurrected Cork City’s library service from the ashes

The man who resurrected Cork City’s library service from the ashes

Throwback Thursday: Tripe? Yuk, but dad loved his crubeens!

Throwback Thursday: Tripe? Yuk, but dad loved his crubeens!

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<p>“If you’re working at home, you can pull yourself away from your desk and go into a different room, and put a five or ten-minute timer on and pick three or four exercises to do within that time frame,” says Simmons. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Alamy/PA</span>
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Could ‘exercise snacking’ during the day help you to get fitter?

Camilla Foster finds out about ‘exercise snacking’ and has some guidance on how to seamlessly fit some vigorous bursts of exercise into your busy schedule.

‘Sometimes the child gets forgotten in separation’: Cork social worker hopes book will provide support to families

‘Sometimes the child gets forgotten in separation’: Cork social worker hopes book will provide support to families

Emer O'Callaghan: What you need to know about collagen

Emer O'Callaghan: What you need to know about collagen

Driving on a road with sunset light forward.

Julie Helen: 'A visit home has me reminiscing about life and love'

Cork woman: ‘I thought people would laugh at me if I told them I wanted to act’

Cork woman: ‘I thought people would laugh at me if I told them I wanted to act’

entertainment

<p>Lisa Lambe will delight audiences at Ionad Cultúrtha in Ballyvourney on Saturday</p>

Going out? Here's what's happening in Cork this weekend

Whether you are looking for theatre, comedy, music or even songwriting workshops, there's plenty happening Leeside this weekend.

Theatre Nights: Horror, laughs... and plenty of music

Theatre Nights: Horror, laughs... and plenty of music

'These will appeal to those with a quirky sense of humour': Triskel season to show indie director's trilogy

'These will appeal to those with a quirky sense of humour': Triskel season to show indie director's trilogy

Weekend plans? Your guide to what's happening in Cork

Weekend plans? Your guide to what's happening in Cork

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Mór Disco resurrected: Clubbers have lots to look forward to over Easter

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The College Green Hotel: A refined address in the heart of Dublin

Irish-owned and overlooking Trinity College, the hotel combines heritage, luxury and warm Irish hospitality

SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation

SETU and Glassworks set to accelerate innovation

Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future

Driving Growth in Munster: How property finance is powering Cork’s future

Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

Passionate producers get a helping hand from Tesco

Where tech meets care: At the forefront of IVF

Where tech meets care: At the forefront of IVF

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