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Thursday, 02 June 2011

Plans to axe 52 agency nurses and midwives positions from Cork University Hospital and Cork University Maternity Hospital have been deferred until next week while hospital management holds discussions with the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). The positions were due to be cut from yesterday, Wednesday, which the INMO claimed would be in violation of the Croke Park Agreement.

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Active retired

Thursday, 02 June 2011
Today, Thursday, 2 June, members of the Carrigaline Active Retired Association (CARA) and their friends are having a 'Picnic in the Park' at 2.30pm. Members of CARA, which had a demonstration of Nail Care by Georgina Campbell last Thursday are looking forward to an afternoon of fun music and craic. These senior citizens really know how to enjoy themselves. Read More Add Comment (0)

Anti-homophobic guidelines for schools

Thursday, 02 June 2011

New policy guidelines for dealing with homophobic bullying in schools announced by the Minister for Education this week have been praised by a representative of Cork Pride. The publication of ‘Including Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual students in School Policies – Guidelines for Principals’ was welcomed in Cork by JP McCarthy, the PRO for Cork Pride, who said the move supported gay students and gay teachers alike.

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Ashton reunion

Thursday, 02 June 2011

The Ashton Comprehensive School classes of 1980 and 1981 will celebrate their 30 year class reunion on 18 June in the Boardwalk Bar & Grill, Lapps Quay, Cork at 7.30pm. The class consists of students at Ashton who did a two year cycle Leaving certificate exam in 1980 and those who did a three year cycle in 1981. This is the first reunion for the combined class of 1980/1981.

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Ballintotis community hall plans still in tune

Thursday, 02 June 2011
Plans to build a community hall in Ballintotis are gathering pace following a funding grant. Building is expected to begin in the Cork town in the coming weeks with funding grants secured from South and East Community Area Development (SECAD) and Cork County Council. Read More Add Comment (0)

Brighten up your day

Thursday, 02 June 2011
Retailer Centra aims to put a smile back on people’s faces by hosting a series of free comedy gigs around the country to ‘Brighten Up Your Day’. On 21 June Karl Spain, one of Ireland's biggest comedians, will 'brighten up your day' by headlining at the Pavilion in Cork. Read More Add Comment (0)

Ceili Mor

Thursday, 02 June 2011

The monthly Ceili Mor in the Carrigaline GAA takes place on Sarturday, 11 June at 9.30pm with music by the Annaly Ceili Band from Co. Longford. The Annaly are one of the most popular ceili bands in Ireland and play at all the top venues at home and abroad. They play their own brand of exciting traditional music and are sure to draw dancers from far and near. There is always a Céad Míle Fáilte in Carrigaline and a welcome cup of tea at the break, all in for just €10.

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City centre gets car rental point

Thursday, 02 June 2011

Cork city centre is to get its first car rental pick up point with the opening of an Avis pick up/drop off point at Q Park in Cork City Hall. The pilot scheme is being rolled out by Avis Ireland on the back of increasing demand from local Cork hotels and guest houses whose customers want a hire car for short trips without the hassle of having to travel to and from the airport for pick up and drop off.

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Cork artists among winners in Texaco competition

Thursday, 02 June 2011
Fourteen students from Cork city and county claimed top prizes in this year’s 57th Texaco Children’s Art Competition. The Texaco Children’s Art Competition provides children from around Ireland with an opportunity to showcase their talent and receive a platform to get that talent recognised. Read More Add Comment (0)

Coke fashion tour lands in Cork

Thursday, 02 June 2011
Fashionistas in Cork will have a chance to enjoy a style and pamper tour when the Diet Coke ‘Love it Light’ pop up fashion event arrives to Mahon Point Shopping Centre on Sunday, 5 June. The road show will feature a cover girl shoot set and fashion booth where fans can confess their fashion faux pas. It will also feature an eyelash and glitter tattoo bar. Read More Add Comment (0)

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