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Woman trapped in submerged car in River Lee as two children rescued

Two children have been rescued while a woman is trapped after a car entered the River Lee in Cork city Yesterday.  Gardaí confirmed that two children were recovered from the water and were taken to Cork University Hospital for treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at 8.45 pm and saw a massive response from … Read more

€20 million project to protect six of Ireland’s pristine river catchments

Six river catchments are the focus of a 20 million euro project to reverse long term decline in Ireland’s “high status” waters. Minister of State for Heritage Malcolm Noonan has launched the Waters of LIFE strategic project, managed by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The strategic project involves 16 partners including government … Read more