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<p> A section of Doneraile Park which was cordoned off following the discovery of a Mr Daly's body. Picture: Dan Linehan</p>

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DNA on golf club found in park matched deceased and one of accused in Cork murder trial

Detective Garda Jennifer Doyle was one of the team from the ballistics and forensics section of An Garda Síochána who carried out a crime scene investigation in Doneraile last October 12.

Landmark Cork city building goes on market for €2m

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Landmark Cork city building goes on market for €2m

The former Guinness House at No 6 Union Quay, which dates to 1865, but has been upgraded internally for modern use, is also available to let for an annual rent of €185,000

Philosophy comes first for Midleton as they prepare for senior hurling league final against Sarsfields

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Philosophy comes first for Midleton as they prepare for senior hurling league final against Sarsfields

The manager is focusing solely on his own hurling philosophy, instead of the club’s unbeaten start to the season and the possibility of silverware before championship starts.

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The Pubs of Cork: 'I've been smitten with the bar business since the start, 50 years ago'

The Pubs of Cork: 'I've been smitten with the bar business since the start, 50 years ago'

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Gardening - Woman enjoy relaxing in the garden

Cork Views: Why can't we dislodge the guilt around taking a break?

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HSE says transport options to special schools in Cork are still ‘problematic’

HSE says transport options to special schools in Cork are still ‘problematic’

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Two popular drive-thru coffee kiosks operating in Cork without planning permission, says council

Two popular drive-thru coffee kiosks operating in Cork without planning permission, says council

Cork News

<p>Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Chloe Burke (14) who is reported missing from Blackrock, Cork city since Thursday. June 11. </p>

Gardaí in Cork seeking help to find teenager missing since last week

Chloe Burke is described as being approximately five-foot in height, with dyed black hair and blue eyes

‘Mighty night’ in store as stars come out to help Cork's Jimmy Crowley

‘Mighty night’ in store as stars come out to help Cork's Jimmy Crowley

Fifty shades of Gray as David belts out the classics Live at the Marquee

Fifty shades of Gray as David belts out the classics Live at the Marquee

‘Scandalous’ pace of regeneration plan on Cork's northside letting people down, says TD

‘Scandalous’ pace of regeneration plan on Cork's northside letting people down, says TD

Never leave your drink alone

Mum believes daughter's drink was spiked on Leaving Cert night out in Cork

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<p>Cobh' Timmy Wilk and manager Derek Barrett. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Cobh maintain momentum with East Cork JHL final win over Sarsfields

Timmy Wilk scored 1-4 for Cobh while Cian McCarthy struck 2-5 for Sars on his return from injury

Rockmount set to secure their footballing future with new all-weather pitch at Whitechurch

Rockmount set to secure their footballing future with new all-weather pitch at Whitechurch

Killeagh relegated from Division 1 SHL as Carrigtwohill earn crucial win

Delight for Carrigtwohill boss Denis Walsh as Division 1 status secured with victory over Killeagh

‘We’ll never forget him’ – O’Connell family from Cork pay tribute to their horse Un De Sceaux

‘We’ll never forget him’ – O’Connell family from Cork pay tribute to their horse Un De Sceaux

Cork–Derry All-Ireland MFC semi-final fixed for Parnell Park

Cork–Derry All-Ireland MFC semi-final fixed for Parnell Park

Cork Lives

<p>Dan O’Riordan, who has spent more than 17 years volunteering with Ballincollig Tidy Towns, with Fearghal Monahan tending to floral boxes at West End, Ballincollig. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

Cork Tidy Town's group preparing for visit from judges for international event

After cleaning up in the national Tidy Towns awards, AEDIN JOHNSTON hears how the group in Ballincollig is now being judged on the international stage

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

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

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'

Cork Views

<p>The EU renewed approval for the use of glyphosate for a further ten years in 2023.</p>

Kathriona Devereux: The sight of brown and purple patches in West Cork unsettled me

Last week, work and pleasure combined, and I spent a few days driving parts of West Cork well off the beaten tourist trail. What I found was beautiful, as always. But two recurring sights unsettled me.

Coach talking to soccer players

Cork Views: What I've learned from coaching children in sport

Trevor Laffan: I'm doomed for retiring early..and I don't sleep enough

Trevor Laffan: I'm doomed for retiring early..and I don't sleep enough

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

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

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

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>Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Mary Linehan Foley, pictured with the Cork Federation of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA).</p>

Cork Federation of the ICA celebrates 90th anniversary

The Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley hosted a civic reception to recognise the outstanding achievements of the group; the highest honour the Mayor of the County can give to a group or individual.

Emer Dineen brings 0800-Cupid home to Cork for Midsummer Fest

Emer Dineen brings 0800-Cupid home to Cork for Midsummer Fest

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

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

'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'

Filling up a glass with drinking water from kitchen tap

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

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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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Coca-Cola Thank You Fund to surpass €2m invested in local communities

Applications now open for the 2026 Coca-Cola Thank You Fund supporting programmes focused on inclusion and wellbeing for future work readiness across the island of Ireland

Discover the heart and soul of Irish Whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience

Discover the heart and soul of Irish Whiskey at Midleton Distillery Experience

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Aimee Connolly’s content room is pretty in pink

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EirGrid, ensuring nature thrives in journey to cleaner energy future

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