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Catherina Cunnane
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Catherina Cunnane hails from a sixth-generation drystock and specialised pedigree suckler enterprise in Co. Mayo. She currently holds the positions of editor and general manager at That's Farming, having joined the firm during its start-up phase in 2015.
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Fire causes ‘extensive’ damage to co-op in Meath

A fire broke out at a co-op in Co. Meath last night (Saturday, October 31st).

Emergency services attended the scene of the blaze in Oldcastle.

In a brief post on social media, Meath Crime Prevention, said: “Fire services are trying to bring the blaze at the co-op building under control. Please avoid the area if possible.”

‘Extensive’ damage to building
In a statement to That’s Farming, a Garda spokesperson said: Gardaí from Kells and local fire services attended at the scene of a fire at a premises at Railway Yard, Oldcastle, Co Meath on shortly before 8pm on Saturday.”

“There were no reports of anyone injured. Extensive fire damage was caused to the building before it was brought under control by fire service personnel.”

“It’s unclear how the fire started, enquires are ongoing.”

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