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<p>Imelda May on stage during her concert at Live at the Marquee. Picture: David Creedon</p>

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Imelda May reveals Cork connections during Live at the Marquee show

Imelda May said her great granny was from Cork, which in turn led to us finding out she had a branch of her family tree that she’d never met in the crowd

Canadian tech firm's €105m investment to create hundreds of jobs in Cork

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Canadian tech firm's €105m investment to create hundreds of jobs in Cork

The €105m investment will focus on three areas — agentic AI, sovereign cloud, and cybersecurity — creating high-skilled roles at OpenText across Cork and Galway.

RedFM Hurling League: Rockies on a roll as they see off Charleville

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RedFM Hurling League: Rockies on a roll as they see off Charleville

'Home' side on song in impressive win in Mourneabbey

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Killeagh relegated from Division 1 SHL as Carrigtwohill earn crucial win

Killeagh relegated from Division 1 SHL as Carrigtwohill earn crucial win

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Conor Lehane on fire hitting 2-6 as Midleton make light work of Douglas in SHL

Conor Lehane on fire hitting 2-6 as Midleton make light work of Douglas in SHL

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Eimear Heffernan comes up against Meabh Murphy 14/6/2026

Superb away win for the Cork camogie team over Tipperary all but sees them through to the All-Ireland semi final

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Public consultation on plans for 38,000 new homes in Cork

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<p>The case was adjourned by Judge Miriam Walsh on the application of Sergeant John Dineen until June 26 at Cork District Court. File picture: Larry Cummins</p>

Intruder allegedly broke homeowner’s jaw, Cork court hears

Home owner alleged that in the first encounter the intruder walked past him, kneed him in the stomach, grabbed the back of his hood, and punched down on his face and body four or five times.

Patrick Street bus stops on the move to facilitate 'decluttering' of Cork's premier street

Patrick Street bus stops on the move to facilitate 'decluttering' of Cork's premier street

Concerns aired over proposal for new East Cork pedestrian and cycle route

Concerns aired over proposal for new East Cork pedestrian and cycle route

Answers demanded from Uisce Éireann after water upgrade now for just 15, rather than 50, Dunmanway homes

Answers demanded from Uisce Éireann after water upgrade now for just 15, rather than 50, Dunmanway homes

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Woman told by Cork judge that her addiction is 'paying for lifestyle of dealers in sunnier climes'

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<p>Fr O’Neill’s Peter Hassett gives chase to Sarsfields' Jack O’Connor. Picture: Noel Sweeney</p>

Jack O'Connor stars as Sarsfields sink Fr O'Neill's and set up league final with Midleton

The Riverstown side scored a staggering 4-26 from play against a depleted Fr O'Neill's, who fall to Division 2 for 2027

Cork defy the odds as they beat Waterford

Cork defy the odds as they beat Waterford

Cork team ahead of the game 13/6/2026

Cork minor manager Donal Mulcahy takes positives from semi-final and year as a whole

Concession of two early goals costs Cobh Ramblers in Longford

Concession of two early goals costs Cobh Ramblers in Longford

Cork v Meath - GAA Football All-Ireland Senior Championship Round 1

'We came up here to win': Steven Sherlock on belief, hunger and a landmark Cork victory against Donegal

Cork Lives

<p>Joanna first came to Cork in 2005 to study at Ballymaloe Cookery School. Now, she runs a furniture business here.</p>

‘I helped dad when I was young.. now I’ve followed in his footsteps’

Joanna Kenneally could never have imagined she’d have her own furniture business in Cork, 18,000km from home. She tells CHRIS DUNNE how it all came about.

Books: 'I had to learn about the drug trade for my new novel set in Cork'

Books: 'I had to learn about the drug trade for my new novel set in Cork'

TV: Nationwide meets Special Olympics athletes ahead of summer games

TV: Nationwide meets Special Olympics athletes ahead of summer games

My Weekend: 'Nothing clears the head like a surf in Inchydoney'

My Weekend: 'Nothing clears the head like a surf in Inchydoney'

Albania v England - 2026 FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers - Group K - Air Albania Stadium

TV sport round-up: Major golf, World Cup - and GAA galore too

Cork Views

<p>Various chocolate prices at an Asda supermarket in England. Even with the currency difference, the UK prices are far cheaper than here in Ireland, says John Dolan</p>

John Dolan: Why DO we pay so much for chocolate in Ireland?

On a recent trip to England, JOHN DOLAN was surprised by the price of chocolate in a local supermarket.

John Arnold: At Lourdes, there were tears as we laid stones for loved ones

John Arnold: At Lourdes, there were tears as we laid stones for loved ones

Cork set to rock in tribute to Rory Gallagher

Cork set to rock in tribute to Rory Gallagher

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Cork Views: 'The technology created to connect us is in danger of dividing us'

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Áilín Quinlan: Face facts, ladies, and abandon this desire for an eternal youth

Nostalgia

<p>The National Monument on Grand Parade pictured in 1973. </p>

Cork's National Monument...and the friendship that helped to build it

A 35-year transatlantic friendship helped to bring Cork city’s National Monument to fruition. DONAL O’KEEFFE spoke with the great grandnephew of the man who facilitated the financing of one of Cork’s most significant landmarks.

Throwback Thursday: My Kilgrew’s train set from 1964 still works perfectly

Throwback Thursday: My Kilgrew’s train set from 1964 still works perfectly

Cork nostalgia: Legends and tales from my time working at the post counter

Cork nostalgia: Legends and tales from my time working at the post counter

Throwback Thursday: 'I still have the pram I got from Kilgrew’s in Cork city'

Throwback Thursday: 'I still have the pram I got from Kilgrew’s in Cork city'

Oasis glory in Cork: Recalling the Gallagher brothers' Leeside gig 30 years ago

Oasis glory in Cork: Recalling the Gallagher brothers' Leeside gig 30 years ago

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<p>Julie plays Marianne, a quantum physicist, while Aidan Moriarty plays a beekeeper. Picture: Celeste Burdon.</p>

Cork actor: ‘My parents still come to see my performances, no matter where I am’

While Julie Maguire is based in London these days, she frequently travels back and forth between Ireland and the UK for work. She tells COLETTE SHERIDAN about her latest project, why she is drawn to acting, and her hopes to try something a little different in the future.

'I had 8 million views on YouTube.. but I deleted my account when I moved to Cork'

'I had 8 million views on YouTube.. but I deleted my account when I moved to Cork'

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Julie Helen: Memories from the ordinary days are my favourite kind

My Career: ‘Science-based careers are constantly evolving because of advances in tech’

My Career: ‘Science-based careers are constantly evolving because of advances in tech’

Fermoy woman: ‘My career path wasn’t a straight line..I’m proof it doesn’t need to be’

Fermoy woman: ‘My career path wasn’t a straight line..I’m proof it doesn’t need to be’

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<p>David Gray plays Live at the Marquee on June 13 and 14.</p>

David Gray: Live at the Marquee gigs in Cork are special

David Gray talks to Ronan Leonard about his return to Cork with his original guitarist to revisit old songs and share new ones

What's happening in Cork this weekend?

What's happening in Cork this weekend?

Clubbers: Get ready for Block Rockin' Beats

Clubbers: Get ready for Block Rockin' Beats

My Cork bicycle trek played key role in my new film

My Cork bicycle trek played key role in my new film

Theatre Nights: Host of events for Cork Midsummer Fest’

Theatre Nights: Host of events for Cork Midsummer Fest’

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City Tiles and Bathrooms: Latest trends and timeless colours

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