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<p>Dylan Magee leaving the Bridewell Garda Station, Cork. Picture Dan Linehan</p>

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Man found guilty of manslaughter of elderly patient in Cork hospital by reason of diminished responsibility

The eight men and four women of the jury took two hours and 33 minutes of deliberations today to deliver their unanimous verdict.

Taoiseach leads tributes after death of Cork's Máirín Quill

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Taoiseach leads tributes after death of Cork's Máirín Quill

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has paid tribute to former Cork TD, Senator, and councillor, Máirín Quill, who passed away on Thursday at Marymount Hospice in Cork city.

Vince Morrissey to take charge of Ballygarvan hurlers

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Vince Morrissey to take charge of Ballygarvan hurlers

All-Ireland intermediate hurling medallist has amassed considerable coaching experience since returning to Ireland in recent years

nostalgia

Throwback Thursday: Christmas memories...and a pudding recipe - from 1886!

Throwback Thursday: Christmas memories...and a pudding recipe - from 1886!

what's on

Cork comic writer: 'When I got the Marvel email, I had to step outside to compose myself'

Cork comic writer: 'When I got the Marvel email, I had to step outside to compose myself'

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Cork animal charities to get €800k in grants

Cork animal charities to get €800k in grants

cork news

Cork Arts Theatre 50th anniversary production

Cork Arts Theatre 50th anniversary production

Cork News

<p>An ageing memorial at the Bessborough ‘Mother and Child’ Home Cemetary in Cork</p>

Coroner’s Court to reconsider inquest into death of baby boy in Bessborough

Madeleine Bridget Marvier was 17 years old when she was admitted to the home in Blackrock, Cork city, in August 1960.

Santa makes a special visit to meet the kids at Cork Foyer

Santa makes a special visit to meet the kids at Cork Foyer

Cork man appears in court charged with cattle stealing offences

Alleged West Cork cattle rustler remanded in custody

Judges gavel in courtroom legal trial and law background

Father fled home in fear of his intoxicated son, Cork court hears

Prof Rónán Collins named as December’s Cork Person of the Month

Prof Rónán Collins named as December’s Cork Person of the Month

cork sport

<p>John Doyle pictured after winning the Munster Stroke Play in Cork Golf Club in May. Picture: Niall O'Shea</p>

Plenty of Cork golfing success in 2025

Douglas, Monkstown and Lee Valley all won green national pennants, and there were notable individual successes as well.

Renewed call for home fixtures in county championships

Renewed call for home fixtures in county championships

Robbie O'Dwyer eager to get Nemo Rangers back on top

Robbie O'Dwyer eager to get Nemo Rangers back on top

Ben Mayer confident Ballinora can bounce back from hurling final heartbreak

Ben Mayer confident Ballinora can bounce back from hurling final heartbreak

George Best's chaotic Cork Celtic chapter to be told in TG4 special

George Best's chaotic Cork Celtic chapter to be told in TG4 special

Cork Lives

<p>Joe Wicks has a new cookbook out: Protein in 15 Picture: Mike English Photography/PA</p>

Joe Wicks shares three recipes from his new book 'Protein In 15'

The Body Coach Joe Wicks is back with a new cookbook, which he hopes will get us all back in the kitchen and away from ultra-processed foods. Plus 3 recipes from it...

Person to Person: 'I love exploring second-hand shops and making my own things where I can'

Person to Person: 'I love exploring second-hand shops and making my own things where I can'

Corkonians Abroad: Passion for motorsport took me far from Cork

Corkonians Abroad: Passion for motorsport took me far from Cork

The Village Pubs of Cork: 'We need help or a huge number of pubs will close in the future...'

The Village Pubs of Cork: 'We need help or a huge number of pubs will close in the future...'

'Running has been a huge part of my life': Cork nurse preparing for 80th marathon

'Running has been a huge part of my life': Cork nurse preparing for 80th marathon

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Cork is open for business and remains a compelling place to live and work, says Conor Healy. Picture: Denis Minihane.</p>

Conor Healy: 'The ambition for Cork is clear...now the task is to deliver'

As Christmas draws nears, Conor Healy, CEO, Cork Chamber, looks back at the year for business in Cork, and looks ahead to the opportunities and challenges facing the city in 2026.

John Arnold: A year of ups and downs... in life, in sports, and on my farm

John Arnold: A year of ups and downs... in life, in sports, and on my farm

Grocery Shopping With Reusable Shopping Bag At Supermarket

Áilín Quinlan: I went to pick up something easy for dinner...but paused

Catherine Conlon: 'I took a break from the hectic Christmas build-up and went to Glenstal'

Catherine Conlon: 'I took a break from the hectic Christmas build-up and went to Glenstal'

Kathriona Devereux: 'Irish audiences are a curious bunch'

Kathriona Devereux: 'Irish audiences are a curious bunch'

Nostalgia

<p>Turkeys were sent in their thousands from Cork to Britain. This picture was taken at the turkey market at Dunmanway in 1953.</p>

Forget Christmas cards...'Turkey lift' saw thousands of birds posted to families in UK

Before, during and after World War II, families in Ireland sent thousands of turkeys to their loved ones in Britain by mail ship and ‘turkey lift’, writes AISLING MEATH.

Throwback Thursday: ‘I’ll always remember the glow in the sky’

Throwback Thursday: ‘I’ll always remember the glow in the sky’

Recalling the fire that devastated Cork Opera House 70 years ago

Recalling the fire that devastated Cork Opera House 70 years ago

Throwback Thursday: Pioneer trips, and boy scout reminiscences

Throwback Thursday: Pioneer trips, and boy scout reminiscences

Religious order marks 150 years in East Cork

Religious order marks 150 years in East Cork

WOW

<p> The Lord Mayor of Cork Cllr Fergal Dennehy John Ger O'Riodan, Anne Twomey and Aodh Quinlivan authors of the new book, 'Leading The Way' about inspirational women who have shaped local government in Cork city at the launch held at the City Hall, Cork. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

‘If one woman is inspired to run for election, we’ll have done a good job’

A new book aims to shine a light on 12 inspirational women who have made a significant contribution to local government in Cork city. Co-author Dr Aodh Quinlivan tells EMMA CONNOLLY the authors hope the new title will impact and resonate with secondary school girls in the city.

My Career: ‘Social media never sleeps...weekends and evenings can be a busy time for me’

My Career: ‘Social media never sleeps...weekends and evenings can be a busy time for me’

How the snowflake rule could help you declutter before Christmas

Could the snowflake method help you declutter for Christmas?

‘It was a shell with no water or electricity’: Cork mum on home transformation

‘It was a shell with no water or electricity’: Cork mum on home transformation

‘Having my daughter got me through it ...everyone rallied around my family’

‘Having my daughter got me through it ...everyone rallied around my family’

entertainment

<p>A gig to get to: St Luke's Male Voice Choir play Live at St Luke's.</p>

So here it is, Merry (12 gigs of) Christmas in Cork!

Local gig guru, Ronan Leonard, has made a list – and checked it twice! – of great live music suggestions around Cork city across the Christmas and New Year’s holiday season

Theatre Nights: Last chance to see great Cork shows

Theatre Nights: Last chance to see great Cork shows

Feast of festive films at Cork's Triskel

Feast of festive films at Cork's Triskel

Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

Going out or staying in? Your weekend guide to what's happening in Cork

Kabin Crew brings 'Sound of the Northside' back on stage with full orchestral accompaniment

Kabin Crew brings 'Sound of the Northside' back on stage with full orchestral accompaniment

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Delicious desserts and exclusive pours, perfect for Christmas

Delicious desserts and exclusive pours, perfect for Christmas

A top expert reveals the perfect wine for festive cheer and Christmas party pairings

A top expert reveals the perfect wine for festive cheer and Christmas party pairings

"Without you, I would have been a goner"

"Without you, I would have been a goner"

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