Collision on N28 Raffeen

Reports of a collision on the N28 between Shannonpark and Ringaskiddy near Raffeen. Take care on approach.

Collision on R612 Carrigaline/Crosshaven Road

Reports of a collision on the R612 Crosshaven Road near the junction with Eastern Relief Road. Take care on approach.

Minister Foley Announces Funding for Cork Playground Upgrades

Two Cork playgrounds are in line for upgrades after Minister Norma Foley announced €600,000 in funding for play facilities nationwide.

Uisce Éireann Begins Magazine Road Water Mains Upgrade in Cork City

Uisce Éireann has begun replacing 750m of water mains on Magazine Road, St Clares Avenue, and Highfield West in Cork City, with works due to complete in July 2026.

West Cork Tourism Businesses Unite to Shape Future of Region as Visitor Destination

West Cork tourism businesses gather at Celtic Ross Hotel, Rosscarbery, for a Fáilte Ireland networking event to strengthen collaboration across the region.

Breakdown on N40 Eastbound

Reports of a breakdown, eastbound, on the N40 South Ring Road between Jack Lynch Tunnel West Entrance and Jack Lynch Tunnel East Entrance (Cork). Take care on approach. Source: TII Traffic Alerts, 22 April at 17:22.

Operation Thor Records Lowest Winter Burglary Rate in Six Years

An Garda Síochána reports a 14% drop in residential burglaries during Operation Thor 2025/2026, the lowest winter figure recorded in six years.

Collision at Greenfields Ballincollig

Reports of a collision at the Greenfields Roundabout, Ballincollig. Take care on approach.

Cork City Launches Public Consultation on First-Ever Local Safety Plan

Cork City has launched a public consultation on its first-ever Local Safety Plan 2026–2029. Have your say at corkcity.ie/communitysafety

Mercy University Hospital Cork Closes to Visitors Over Infection Control Concerns

Mercy University Hospital Cork is closed to visitors with immediate effect due to Infection Prevention and Control reasons. Exceptions may be arranged through ward staff.

N40 Eastbound Closure at Junction 7 Overnight for Line Marking Works

N40 eastbound closed from Junction 7 tonight (22 April), 22:30 to 04:30, for line marking works. Diversion via R610 rejoining at J9 Bloomfield.

Debris on N40 Eastbound

Reports of debris, eastbound, on the N40 South Ring Road between Junction 9 (N28) Ringaskiddy and Junction 10 Mahon (Cork). Take care on approach. Source: TII Traffic Alerts, 22 April at 07:07.