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<p>Michael Creed, from Carrigaphooka in Macroom, had first been elected to Cork County Council in 2009 and retained his seat in every subsequent election.</p>

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Tributes upon death of Cork councillor Michael Creed: 'He gave generously in service to his community'

Fine Gael confirmed his death in a statement on Sunday, with tributes paid by party leader Simon Harris.

50 Cork schools to feature in First Cut Youth Film Festival in Youghal

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50 Cork schools to feature in First Cut Youth Film Festival in Youghal

Six-day event, dedicated to screening the work of young filmmakers in Ireland

Donegal v Cork - Allianz Football League Division 2

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Cork manager John Cleary: 'We'll take the win but a lot to work on ahead of Meath'

Rebels picked up a third win on the trot in Division 2 after defeating Offaly on Sunday afternoon

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Lea Meillouin goals key as Cork minor camogie side beat Limerick to get back on track

Lea Meillouin goals key as Cork minor camogie side beat Limerick to get back on track

cork lives

TV: Cork singleton Richie woos Dublin pole dancer

TV: Cork singleton Richie woos Dublin pole dancer

cork news

Garda stock. A generic stock photo of a Garda in Dublin.

Farm labourer caught driving while disqualified and without licence

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City Hall to host concert in support of Defence Forces Benevolent Fund

City Hall to host concert in support of Defence Forces Benevolent Fund

Cork News

<p>Taoiseach Micheál Martin with US President Donald Trump in Washington.</p>

Taoiseach gave Donald Trump €735 custom golf tee and marker set

The luxury item, which came in a personalised wooden box, was one of around 140 gifts given out by the Taoiseach during 2025

'Long and complicated rescue' after 30ft fall in Cork city

'Long and complicated rescue' after 30ft fall in Cork city

'Install driver feedback signs at key locations’, says West Cork councillor

'Install driver feedback signs at key locations’, says West Cork councillor

Two go solo after years of experience with Cork's famous 'Baldy Barber'

Two go solo after years of experience with Cork's famous 'Baldy Barber'

New drone restrictions come into force over Cork city

New drone restrictions come into force over Cork city

cork sport

<p> UCC Demons' James Beckom looks for the hoop against Eanna during their Men's Super League clash at the Mardyke Arena. Picture: David Keane.</p>

UCC Demons gear up for Super League playoff push after superb win over Eanna

Demons are moving away from the relegation zone and into the top eight

Cork Racing: Pure Steel strikes for Jimmy Mangan at Punchestown

Cork Racing: Pure Steel strikes for Jimmy Mangan at Punchestown

Neptune basketballers sunk in crunch Super League relegation clash with Killorglin by late three

Neptune basketballers sunk in crunch Super League relegation clash with Killorglin by late three

Offaly v Cork - Allianz Football League Division 2

Cork footballers maintain perfect start in Division 2 with win in Offaly

Armagh v Cork - Lidl Ladies National Football League Division 1

Cork ladies footballers secure impressive victory in Armagh thanks to second-half goals

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Skylee Glass, of the Chcotaw Nation, who graduated from UCC in 2024, at the Choctaw monument in Midleton, Co. Cork</p>

TV: Cork links to Canada and US explored

Two centuries ago, 11 ships carrying emigrants departed from the port of Cobh bound for Canada, part of a resettlement project organised by a British government official and known as the Peter Robinson Settler Emigration Scheme.

Plot twist! Cork author meets book club who love his novel

Plot twist! Cork author meets book club who love his novel

Fruitful time for Cork jam business founded by two women in the 1980s

Fruitful time for Cork jam business founded by two women in the 1980s

Heart-shaped flowers and foliage to mark the season of romance

Looking for something different for a Valentine's gift? Check out these heart-shaped plants

My Weekend: 'Friday nights are for hurling coaching and training'

My Weekend: 'Friday nights are for hurling coaching and training'

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">SUCCESS STORY: Catherine Ryan Howard. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Moya Nolan</span>
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Two Cork writers hit TV jackpot with stories of love

As Cork celebrates St Valentine’s Day, let’s raise a toast to two Cork writers whose passion projects are really putting the Rebel County on the map, writes JOHN DOLAN.

John Arnold: A Cork dynasty ends, as last Devonshire ‘duke’ laid to rest

John Arnold: A Cork dynasty ends, as last Devonshire ‘duke’ laid to rest

Why I am breaking up with my phone

Why I am breaking up with my phone

Gerry Adams: Let’s talk about a united Ireland in Cork

Gerry Adams: Let’s talk about a united Ireland in Cork

'Soon, we will lose our Molly for good.. the grief will be intense'

'Soon, we will lose our Molly for good.. the grief will be intense'

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Pictured is Cork’s City Hall which was opened in the 1930s. The original building was destroyed in the Burning of Cork. Picture: Denis Minihane</p>

The journey to building Cork's City Hall...and how it was almost developed at another location

JOHN O’ SULLIVAN looks back at the long journey to developing City Hall and details how newspaper reports show the building was almost developed at an entirely different location.

Throwback Thursday: Picture brought back memories of my brother who drowned in Cobh

Throwback Thursday: Picture brought back memories of my brother who drowned in Cobh

Meet the collectors who have amassed 100,000 match programmes, coins and thimbles

Meet the collectors who have amassed 100,000 match programmes, coins and thimbles

Throwback Thursday: Pies and pints...Life of a Cork barman in ’70s

Throwback Thursday: Pies and pints...Life of a Cork barman in ’70s

'Sunlight bounced off his robes like an apparition': The day Cork pupils met the Pope on school tour

'Sunlight bounced off his robes like an apparition': The day Cork pupils met the Pope on school tour

WOW

<p>ove should never ever be forgotten, says Emer.</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: A time for love this Valentine’s Day

This is the week of love - it’s Valentine’s Day this Saturday, and I always loved it for its feelgood factor, but also because it just brings the bit of mischief out in me too, writes EMER O'CALLAGHAN.

Inside the Cork club providing a new social outlet for women

Inside the Cork club providing a new social outlet for women

Network Ireland West Cork to host ‘own the spotlight’ panel event

Network Ireland West Cork to host ‘own the spotlight’ panel event

Offended millennial couple avoid talking after fight

Relationship expert: ‘We change all the time...talking is key in relationships’

Meet the Carrigaline woman at the helm of the Irish Girl Guides

Meet the Carrigaline woman at the helm of the Irish Girl Guides

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<p>Laura Elizabeth Hughes is at Sea Church in Ballycotton on Saturday. </p>

Weekend plans? Check out our top picks of some of the great events taking place in Cork

Whether you fancy a night at the theatre, a good gig, or something a bit different, there's plenty happening in Cork this Valentine's Weekend.

'He was a maverick, a true original': Triskel season salutes German film-maker

'He was a maverick, a true original': Triskel season salutes German film-maker

Stevie G: Primetime leaves incredible legacy as closure looms for Cork streetwear store

Stevie G: Primetime leaves incredible legacy as closure looms for Cork streetwear store

Film Review: Wuthering Heights is pulsating, savage, wildly sexy, and full of torment

Film Review: Wuthering Heights is pulsating, savage, wildly sexy, and full of torment

Theatre nights: Search for Cork's greatest orator, comedy, and plenty of drama

Theatre nights: Search for Cork's greatest orator, comedy, and plenty of drama

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<p>Running to raise money for charity: Runners taking part in the 2025 Marathon in Cork City. Additional places are available to participate in the 2026 Analog Devices Cork City Marathon. Photo: David Creedon</p>

Charity places available for Cork City Marathon

A number of charity places are now available for the sold-out 2026 Analog Devices Cork City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, May 31

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Top tips to protect Ireland's plant health

Top tips to protect Ireland's plant health

River Boyne in County Meath, Ireland.

Water matters: protecting Ireland’s most precious resource

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

Turning AI ambition into action: Dell Technologies leads the way

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