Charity Records 54% Surge in Emergency Calls as Cork Sees 376 Incidents in 2025
CRITICAL charity reports 54% surge in emergency calls during 2025, with Cork volunteers responding to 376 incidents across the county.
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Cork International Choral Festival Returns for May Bank Holiday Weekend
Cork's Choral Festival returns 29 April-3 May with choirs from around the world performing across 90+ venues. Gala concerts and new composition course announced.
Cork County Council Launches Pedestrian Safety Campaign Targeting School Gate Areas
Cork County Council launches pedestrian safety campaign with focus on school gate areas in partnership with Gardaí and RSA.
Jack Lynch Tunnel Overnight Closure 21:00 - 04:00
The Jack Lynch Tunnel will close overnight tonight, from 21:00 to 04:00. South Bore Closure. Adjust your commute, and plan alternative routes accordingly.
Road Closed N8 Dunkettle/Glanmire
Reports the road between N8 Dunkettle Interchange and Glanmire is closed due to an incident. Gardaí are on scene. Take care on approach.
Cork's Adi Roche Warns of "Humanitarian Armageddon" as Doomsday Clock Moves to 85 Seconds to Midnight
Cork's Adi Roche warns of "humanitarian armageddon" as Doomsday Clock moves to 85 seconds to midnight, closest it's ever been to global catastrophe.
Breakdown on N27 Penrose Quay
Reports of a breakdown (bus) on the N27 at the traffic lights at Penrose Quay. Hazard lights are on. Take care on approach.
Collision on N71 Gaggan
Reports of a collision on the N71 Bandon to Clonakilty Road near Gaggan. Emergency services are en route. Take care on approach.
Gardaí Launch Public Consultation on New CCTV Code of Practice
Gardaí seek public views on new CCTV Code of Practice governing 120 schemes nationwide.
Collision in Mahon
Reports of a collision on Estuary Drive, Mahon near St. Michael’s Drive. Take care on approach.
Collision on Anglesea Street
Reports of a collision (car v bus) on Anglesea Street, near Saint Joachim & Anne's Church. Gardaí are directing traffic at the junction. Take care on approach.
Collision on Wellington Road
Reports of a collision (pedestrian v e-scooter) on Wellington Road, near Summerhill Terrace. Emergency services are en route. Take care on approach.