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<p>Noreen Brennan, the region’s senior council official, said it would be premature to identify the sites being considered for skatepark.</p>

cork news

Anti-social behaviour concerns to influence location of first East Cork skatepark

Councillors have highlighted concerns about intimidation and late-night gatherings at playgrounds in Youghal and Midleton

Garda stock

cork news

Man kicked garda in groin following arrest in Kinsale

Judge Joanne Carroll ordered a probation report and adjourned the case until January 21.

Clinical Castlehaven move past Glenville into U21 semi-final

cork sport

Clinical Castlehaven move past Glenville into U21 semi-final

West Cork champions will now meet Carrigaline or Beara in the last four

cork lives

Person to Person: 'I grew up with a lot of music..we all played piano and I’d always get the worst in exams'

Person to Person: 'I grew up with a lot of music..we all played piano and I’d always get the worst in exams'

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Rear view of a woman sitting on bed

Julie Helen: ‘We never know who is wishing for the life that we have’

cork news

Cork's Brighter Communities Worldwide wins Charity Excellence award

Cork's Brighter Communities Worldwide wins Charity Excellence award

cork news

Toy swap to take place at Cork City Hall later this month

Toy swap to take place at Cork City Hall later this month

Cork News

<p>Judge Helen Boyle imposed a sentence of four years and eight months, with the last one year and eight months suspended, at Cork Circuit Criminal Court.</p>

Cork dog breeder caught with €67k of cannabis at his home jailed

Richard O’Callaghan was charged with counts under the Misuse of Drugs Act.

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West Cork man remanded on bail in sexual exploitation case

'A bit of Christmas magic': Ice skating rink and festive experience opens on Cork's North Main St

'A bit of Christmas magic': Ice skating rink and festive experience opens on Cork's North Main St

‘Everyone Should Have a Home’: Cork songwriter’s 200 protests inspire new documentary

‘Everyone Should Have a Home’: Cork songwriter’s 200 protests inspire new documentary

Man who abused staff at Cork city centre McDonald's jailed for five months

Man who abused staff at Cork city centre McDonald's jailed for five months

cork sport

<p>Neptune's main man Sean McCarthy finishes to the hoop against Belfast Star. Picture: Chani Anderson</p>

Sean McCarthy to the fore as Neptune rally to defeat Belfast Star

Hosts leaned heavily on their Irish players with 19-year-old Dylan O'Rourke hitting an impressive 11 points

Alex Bellver and AJ Williams impress as Ballincollig overwhelm St Vincent's

Alex Bellver and AJ Williams impress as Ballincollig overwhelm St Vincent's

JAFC: Youthful Douglas see off Charleville to reach county final

JAFC: Youthful Douglas see off Charleville to reach county final

Classy St Finbarr's retain Munster camogie title against Waterford champs Gailltír

Classy St Finbarr's retain Munster camogie title against Waterford champs Gailltír

Munster Club JHC: Kilshannig produce good second-half turnaround

Munster Club JHC: Kilshannig produce good second-half turnaround

Cork Lives

<p>"I love living near the sea and Youghal has the most beautiful boardwalk and beaches."</p>

My Weekend: 'When I'm off, I like to spend time with friends and family'

Working in hospitality, Davina Murphy is surrounded by people enjoying some well earned time off every day. She tells us how she likes to spend her weekend.

Five family friendly events at the Cork International Film Festival

Five family friendly events at the Cork International Film Festival

A TV clash of clans for Leesiders

A TV clash of clans for Leesiders

Wedding of the Week: Palace provided perfect backdrop for engagement of Cork couple

Wedding of the Week: Palace provided perfect backdrop for engagement of Cork couple

My Weekend: I love to entertain and cook a roast beef dinner or a pot of stew

My Weekend: I love to entertain and cook a roast beef dinner or a pot of stew

Cork Views

<p>“Large U.S companies may be propelling the Irish economy with their juicy Corporation Taxes, but it’s the flourishing small businesses that are the true soul of this country’s economic heart. They ought to be cherished, protected, and defended at every turn. But are they?” iStock/Posed by models</p>

John Dolan: I’d never run my own business - it looks like a thankless task

I have long felt that running a business is a bit of a thankless task in this country. That while it must be nice to be your own boss, the headaches and stresses that can come with it are too high a price to pay.

Textiles event in Macroom as part of the war on waste

Textiles event in Macroom as part of the war on waste

Sun, Solar Panels and Green Field with Grazing Sheep

John Arnold: I’m all for solar panels, but on roofs, not on good farm land

Disco Pigs Review: An intense and powerful performance I won't forget for a long time

Disco Pigs Review: An intense and powerful performance I won't forget for a long time

Cork families urged to donate pre-loved toys to a good cause

Cork families urged to donate pre-loved toys to a good cause

Nostalgia

<p>A 1950s style go-kart. A reader recalls his grandfather building him what was called a steerin-’ah. </p>

Throwback Thursday: Grandad built me my very own steerin’-ah

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears memories of the pubs and shops of Cork city, plus tales of the steerin’-ah, and hitching lifts on trucks.

Throwback Thursday: My gran gave birth to 11 babies in 10 years

Throwback Thursday: My gran gave birth to 11 babies in 10 years

Throwback Thursday: A family connection, and a walk on Oliver Plunkett St

Throwback Thursday: A family connection, and a walk on Oliver Plunkett St

A Cork Christmas tradition: how did the Holly Bough come about?

A Cork Christmas tradition: how did the Holly Bough come about?

Throwback Thursday: Our fond memories of circus visits in Cork

Throwback Thursday: Our fond memories of circus visits in Cork

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<p>A model in Viktor & Rolf's spring/summer 2027 Mariage collection. Picture: Alamy/PA</p>

Six key bridal trends for 2027

Getting married in 2027? LARA OWEN takes a look at the top bridal trends shown at New York Bridal Fashion Week.

Emer O'Callaghan: Alcohol can have an impact on our skin...let’s be more drink aware

Emer O'Callaghan: Alcohol can have an impact on our skin...let’s be more drink aware

Gail Doyle: ‘My intention wasn’t to be an influencer... it was to educate women’

Gail Doyle: ‘My intention wasn’t to be an influencer... it was to educate women’

Woman holding a bowl of soup food photography recipe idea

Emer O'Callaghan: Tips to beat those November blues, ladies

Julie O'Leary: A memorable day with mum I will always cherish

Julie O'Leary: A memorable day with mum I will always cherish

entertainment

<p>See Kíla at the Briery Gap in Macroom on Saturday</p>

Weekend Guide: Here's what's on in Cork this Saturday and Sunday

Whether you fancy some music, cinema, theatre, or some ice-skating, there's plenty happening Leeside.

'It’s a smorgasbord; we really do have something for everyone': Cork Film Festival gets underway

'It’s a smorgasbord; we really do have something for everyone': Cork Film Festival gets underway

What's on in Cork for the week ahead: Plenty of theatre, plus light show and ice as Yuletide nears

What's on in Cork for the week ahead: Plenty of theatre, plus light show and ice as Yuletide nears

War and masterpiece: 5 stars for this new film that is sure to earn Oscar nods

War and masterpiece: 5 stars for this new film that is sure to earn Oscar nods

What's on in Cork this weekend: The Field, Disco Pigs, and music galore

What's on in Cork this weekend: The Field, Disco Pigs, and music galore

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JSA Planning strengthens Cork presence as region prepares for next phase of growth

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Menopause: One in four say the biggest emotional burden is the pressure to appear fine

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How Tesco is helping build friendship, purpose and community under one Men’s Shed roof

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How Tesco is helping to keep the west’s motorcycle medical service safely on the road

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