Stay updated with breaking news from Redfm. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Saoírse from Galway stole the hearts of the nation after she spoke on the Late Late Toy Show back in November. She opened up about losing her leg as a result of cancer.
A new fundraising campaign, 'Be The Light' is being launched this week in a bid to raise funds for homelessness.
10AM UPDATE: ESB Networks to release 225 tonnes of water per second through Inniscarra dam The real concern in the city today is anywhere near a river. It's feared rivers such as the Shournagh in Cloghroe, the Bride in Blackpool, the Curraheen River, Glashaboy River in Glanmire and Tramore River in Togher may burst their banks. The Lee Road is closed this morning and care is needed along the Carrigrohane Straight as the Lee Fields are flooded. There is also spot flooding on the roads between Inniscarra and the city. Meanwhile the Fire Service are dealing with fallen trees in Maryborough Hill ...
An Orange rainfall warning will remain in place into tonight, and City Council say further river flooding could occur between 7pm and 10pm after river levels rise in response to further rainfall.
UPDATE: Up to 25 millimetres of rain has already fallen in Cork since last night. A status Orange warning for rain remains in place for Cork until 9pm- with up to 80 millimetres of rain expected to fall. Motorists are being warned to avoid travelling if they can, and to expect spot flooding, excess surface water and very high winds if they do travel. There are reports of flooding on the Bantry to Cork Road, at the bridge in Rathcoole, at Longfield's Bridge in Mallow and close to the filling station on the N71 on the Innishannon side of Bandon. A section of the R587 is impassab...