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<p>The blaze that scorched around 2,500sq m of land near Camden Fort in Crosshaven on Monday evening. </p>

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'I've never dealt with something like this': Cork firefighters tackle 'absolute monster' gorse blaze

Crews from the city and county battled the fire near Camden Fort Meagher in Crosshaven, while members of the Irish Coast Guard and a crew from the Doyle Shipping Group helped douse the flames from the sea

Woman interviewed by gardaí in Macroom murder case described as being terrifying 'like a scene from The Exorcist'

cork news

Woman interviewed by gardaí in Macroom murder case described as being terrifying 'like a scene from The Exorcist'

Substantial parts of the prosecution and defence speeches to the jury today in the Macroom murder trial referred to Linda O’Flynn, who is originally from the Hollyhill area of Cork city, even though the only person on trial is Daniel Hourigan.

Brian Hayes anf Cillian Trayers 4/7/2026

cork sport

John Horgan on hurling: Has this Cork hurling team been overrated? You're judged on your trophies...

There can be no mystery, no suggestions, Cork were beaten by a far better team in Galway and it's time now to move on

cork lives

The Pubs of Cork: ‘We welcome people here like it’s our kitchen’

The Pubs of Cork: ‘We welcome people here like it’s our kitchen’

cork views

Why, at 70, I’m walking 450km to Kinsale

Why, at 70, I’m walking 450km to Kinsale

cork news

Cork team wins Atlantic Challenge after superb performance in Denmark

Cork team wins Atlantic Challenge after superb performance in Denmark

cork news

Cork centenarians attend exhibition on North Main Street on Census 2026

Cork centenarians attend exhibition on North Main Street on Census 2026

Cork News

<p>The expansion of Cork-headquartered research centre Tyndall has been approved by government, with a Cork TD celebrating the project “moving from paper to reality”. Picture: Jim Coughlan.</p>

'A hugely significant moment for Cork': Progress welcomed on major Tyndall expansion plan

The project is set to be delivered in the last quarter of 2028.

Cork weather: Sweltering conditions set to last as Met Éireann issues further warnings

Cork weather: Sweltering conditions set to last as Met Éireann issues further warnings

New arrivals and hot weather see visitors flocking to Cork's Fota Island Wildlife Park

New arrivals and hot weather see visitors flocking to Cork's Fota Island Wildlife Park

Council's library service celebrates 100 years at the heart of Cork communities

Council's library service celebrates 100 years at the heart of Cork communities

Dirty empty dark corridor in abandoned building, doors, light in the end, perspective, way to freedom

Cork City Council's €15m rates write-off over vacant buildings

cork sport

<p> Sarsfields' Cian McCarthy goes high to win possession ahead of Aghada's Kyle O'Shea during their Division 6 Hurling League final in Cobh. Picture: David Keane.</p>

Cork legend Diarmuid O'Sullivan on how Sars can fire on two fronts after a pair of league titles

'We are blessed to have a genuine and loyal group of guys who are prepared to die for the jersey'

Anthony Fennelly confident Derry City can overcome Sofia defeat in second league at Brandywell

Anthony Fennelly confident Derry City can overcome Sofia defeat in second league at Brandywell

Darragh Beirne and Ryan O’Donoghue with goalkeeper Patrick Doyle and Daniel O'Mahony 27/6/2026

Cork keeper Patrick Doyle: Mayo defeat will 'stay with us' but we made real progress

Gearoid Hegarty is fouled by Conor Cleary and Niall O'Farrell 5/7/2026

Limerick v Galway: Favourites tag rests easy on Treaty shoulders but Tribe have the tools to triumph

Cork pro boxers Danny Keating, Cathal Crowley and Aaron O'Donoghue in top form

Cork pro boxers Danny Keating, Cathal Crowley and Aaron O'Donoghue in top form

Cork Lives

<p>“These decisions... I am proud of them” said Margaret of her life in Paris, “It never got old, waking up in a city I idolised”</p>

Summer Soap, Part 7: A low... then a heart to heart with Margaret

Welcome to The Echo’s annual feature - Summer Soap. Now in its 11th year, Summer Soap is a daily fictional serial run over 10 parts.

'I never saw anyone embrace life as fully as Cathy Dunne-Fitzpatrick'

'I never saw anyone embrace life as fully as Cathy Dunne-Fitzpatrick'

Man Pouring Tea for Young Girl and Woman during Outdoor Gathering

Summer Soap, Part 6: A fascinating chat... but another dead end

Republic of Ireland v England - UEFA Nations League - Group F - Aviva Stadium

Will you be watching? Cork's Roy Keane becomes subject on Mastermind

Books: Mysterious story of Kinsale doctor in US who died at 33

Books: Mysterious story of Kinsale doctor in US who died at 33

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">The hot weather can disturb sleep patterns, and some people have been using couches as beds in the current heatwave</p>

Kathriona Devereux: Phew, it’s scorching... and air cons will only heat planet more

As the heatwave across Cork continues, Kathriona Devereux weighs up the advantages of getting air conditioning against the effect this will have on our already warming environment

House Build - Stock Photo

We need housing in Cork, but should we be rezoning our green belt?

Close-up hand of unrecognizable teenager pushing doorbell button in entryway of house building.

Trevor Laffan: Gen Z seem to be making things more complicated than needed

28/2/2009

John Dolan: 100 years old... Irish National Anthem is in my world top five

George Moore Scholars Event 2026

Cork Views: So proud to fly flag for the Northside as Scholar

Nostalgia

<p>The waterworks, and surrounding areas, in the 1920s</p>

The Cork man who became the youngest ever resident engineer at the city's waterworks

Cork man Michael Riordan beat stiff competition to become the youngest resident engineer of the city’s waterworks. JOHN O’SULLIVAN looks back at the developments during his tenure.

Throwback Thursday: 'The road was washed away...the army had to put a bridge in place’

Throwback Thursday: 'The road was washed away...the army had to put a bridge in place’

Christmas in July: Looking back at the origins of the Holly Bough

Christmas in July: Looking back at the origins of the Holly Bough

Throwback Thursday: My mother’s treasure trove of memories stored in an old teapot...

Throwback Thursday: My mother’s treasure trove of memories stored in an old teapot...

Mary MacSwiney

Mary MacSwiney: ‘A life motivated as much by love as her political ideals’

WOW

<p>Karan Casey released her debut album almost 30 years ago. </p>

Karan Casey: ‘When you sing, it calms you down... it’s like a prayer'

Almost 30 years since she released her debut album, Karan Casey is one of the headline acts at the Cobh Trad Fest this month. She tells AISLING MEATH about her career and why she believes festivals are so important.

My Career: ‘People think my biggest stress is choosing between velvet or linen’

My Career: ‘People think my biggest stress is choosing between velvet or linen’

Cork woman, balancing college with working in a growing business, is recognised

Cork woman, balancing college with working in a growing business, is recognised

Julie Helen: ‘At my core, I am Julie who has been shaped by the people around me’

Julie Helen: ‘At my core, I am Julie who has been shaped by the people around me’

‘It might be a step too far, but I’ll try’: Elle sets sights on Malin to Mizen run

‘It might be a step too far, but I’ll try’: Elle sets sights on Malin to Mizen run

entertainment

<p>Tonight is a big night in Cork for techno fans at Dali.</p>

Clubbers: This weekend offers a treat for techno fans

Bastardo Electrico, Strident Grooves, Four Four Magazine, DJ Alientata... don't miss out

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Weekend plans? Here's our top picks for events in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Theatre Nights: Film, lunchtime theatre in the city, and plenty of music

Theatre Nights: Film, lunchtime theatre in the city, and plenty of music

10-year stretch: The Young Offenders is a decade old

10-year stretch: The Young Offenders is a decade old

Belters Only looking forward to Marquee gig in Cork this weekend

Belters Only looking forward to Marquee gig in Cork this weekend

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Say cheese, think Kerrygold: Dinner is a dream with a simple but tasty pasta bake

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Don’t skip the foundation: The PSRA’s role in making property transactions transparent

Don’t skip the foundation: The PSRA’s role in making property transactions transparent

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Say cheese, think Kerrygold: A new range of cheeses guaranteed to put a smile on your face

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