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<p>Judge Behan said: 'Reading over my notes, I am shocked at myself not to have given her a custodial sentence (in November) to be honest.' File picture: Larry Cummins</p>

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Cork judge 'shocked' she didn't send woman to jail at previous sentencing hearing

The woman in a Minnie Mouse tracksuit took part in a €5,000 cash burglary from an apartment in Cork

Cork scouts honoured for their leadership and work in the community

cork news

Cork scouts honoured for their leadership and work in the community

This is the highest youth achievement in Scouting Ireland and represents a recognition of dedication, leadership and service to local communities.

Cork scouts honoured for their leadership and work in the community

cork news

Cork scouts honoured for their leadership and work in the community

This is the highest youth achievement in Scouting Ireland and represents a recognition of dedication, leadership and service to local communities.

cork sport

Eoin Downey and Paddy Deegan 1/3/2026

Cork Hurling: League final could be a distraction but Ben O'Connor doesn't seem to mind

cork lives

The Pubs of Cork: ‘This is what people envisage when they think of an Irish pub’

The Pubs of Cork: ‘This is what people envisage when they think of an Irish pub’

cork views

Could your painful periods be endometriosis?

Kathriona Devereux: One woman’s hidden pain as a lifelong endometriosis sufferer

cork news

Awards for Cork university's cancer researchers

Awards for Cork university's cancer researchers

Cork News

<p>The accused had his sentencing adjourned to allow time for a psychiatric report. Picture: Denis Minihane.</p>

Man who set fire to vehicles at Cork Airport Business Park has sentencing adjourned

Cork Circuit Criminal Court heard the 33-year-old was 'found concealed in the luggage area of the bus parked nearby'

Kilfenora Céili Band to perform at Cork Opera House

Kilfenora Céili Band to perform at Cork Opera House

Desperate Woman

Limited capacity at Cork mental health facility

Iranians based in Cork are hopeful for a democratic regime

Iranians based in Cork are hopeful for a democratic regime

Cork retailer losing up to €1,000 a week on alcohol theft but increased Garda presence now taking effect

Cork retailer losing up to €1,000 a week on alcohol theft but increased Garda presence now taking effect

cork sport

<p>Christian Brothers College, Cork (CBC) celebrate winning the Senior Cup, after beating Douglas Community School on penalties </p>

CBC celebrate Munster FAI Schools U19 Senior Cup final success with victory over Douglas

Harry Walsh was the hero on the day for Christians as his save in the penalty shootout meant that the Munster FAI Schools U19 Senior Cup final would head to Sidney Hill for the first time.

Cork camogie star Orlaith Cahalane backs campaign on female health

Cork camogie star Orlaith Cahalane backs campaign on female health

BASKETBALL: UCC Demons v Neptune at Mardyke Arena UCC, Cork

Cork Basketball: John Coughlan on what went wrong for Neptune and UCC Demons this season

Alan Walsh catches the ball on the way to scoring a goal 1/3/2026

Cork hurlers' goal threat: Ben O'Connor's side will need to be more clinical in championship

Injuries to key players scupper Mount St Michael's, Rosscarbery in All-Ireland semi

Injuries to key players scupper Mount St Michael's, Rosscarbery in All-Ireland semi

Cork Lives

<p>Engaged couple Orla Healy and Brian Healy at a ring-making workshop, given by Fabio Oliveira, jewellery designer and maker. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

‘Story behind our rings is icing on the cake’: Couple make their own wedding rings at Cork workshop

A unique workshop in Cork is giving couples the chance to make their own wedding rings. EMER HARRINGTON paid a visit there to find out more.

TV: Will a Déise fella be Cork woman's cup of tea?

TV: Will a Déise fella be Cork woman's cup of tea?

Books: I lived in Cork city in 1970s... and set my novel in that era

Books: I lived in Cork city in 1970s... and set my novel in that era

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple first met while working as bouncers

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple first met while working as bouncers

The Cork ladies who left their mark on Irish history

The Cork ladies who left their mark on Irish history

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Anyone planning to marry must give three months’ notice to a Registrar at a Civil Registration Office</p>

Explainer: What you need to do if you are planning on getting married

A Know Your Rights article by Cork City Citizens Information outlining what you need to do if you are planning to tie the knot

Students to dream up bright future for Youghal

Students to dream up bright future for Youghal

Trevor Laffan: In my teens and during my career, gardaí on the beat ruled the street

Trevor Laffan: In my teens and during my career, gardaí on the beat ruled the street

John Dolan: As Gen Z find God, here’s a book that even made me a believer

John Dolan: As Gen Z find God, here’s a book that even made me a believer

Stylish rings, flowers on wooden table background. Letters from the bride and groom. Vows. Engagement. Luxury marriage and weddi

Explainer: What are your legal rights if an engagement is broken off?

Nostalgia

<p>The 2025 Mayfield Ladies Club Committee: Back row L/R Patty Joyce, Helen Walsh, Olive O’Connell,Doris Walsh,Noreen Wills, Pauline Carey, Eileen Dumigan. Front row, Carol Kenny, Noreen Sexton, Mary Hurley, Marie Barry, Olive O Brien, and Mary Williams.</p>

‘More than just a club...it is a lifeline’: Mayfield Ladies Club nearing 60th anniversary

Mayfield Ladies Club, the first club of its kind to be established in the city, is nearing its 60th anniversary. MARIE BARRY looks back at the history of the club.

Infant Of Prague

Throwback Thursday: 59 days of rain...should we bury the Infant of Prague?

'Disaster struck.. and petrol seeped into our instant mash in the boot': Recalling Cork school's epic European tour

'Disaster struck.. and petrol seeped into our instant mash in the boot': Recalling Cork school's epic European tour

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the last hurrah before Lent

Throwback Thursday: Memories of the last hurrah before Lent

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

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

WOW

<p>Pictured ahead of Local Enterprise Week are Ita Madden, LEO Cork City, Ciara McGee, LEO South Cork, and Diane Higgins, President, Network Ireland Cork. Picture: Diane Cusack</p>

Cork event to shine a light on the power of connection and community in supporting women

The special event is being hosted this week by Network Ireland Cork, the Local Enterprise Office Cork City and the Local Enterprise Officer South Cork.

Emer O'Callaghan: 'I was worn down, so I joined my dear friends on a spring break'

Emer O'Callaghan: 'I was worn down, so I joined my dear friends on a spring break'

Cork artist: ‘Art gives me space where my illness doesn’t define me’

Cork artist: ‘Art gives me space where my illness doesn’t define me’

Irish Wheelchair Rugby European Championships, Division C 2025 Training Session

Cork woman: ‘If I hadn’t found rugby..I don’t know where I’d be without it’

Women's Day Concept - Eight March Coming Out From Pink Megaphone On Pink Background

WoW Views: What does International Women’s Day mean to you?

entertainment

<p>A scene from Couture, Angelina Jolie’s French-language debut. </p>

Magnifique! French Film Festival returns to Cork

From a tribute to Brigitte Bardot to sci-fi and a detective tale, the 2026 French Film Festival has a great choice of movies, says CARA O’DOHERTY

Weekend plans? Your guide to what's happening in Cork

Weekend plans? Your guide to what's happening in Cork

Stevie G: Is it harder to make an impact with new music?

Stevie G: Is it harder to make an impact with new music?

Theatre Nights: Antarctic drama, comedy, and feast of music

Theatre Nights: Antarctic drama, comedy, and feast of music

All roads lead to Cork in movie that spins a yarn

All roads lead to Cork in movie that spins a yarn

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<p>Eoin O'Connor, Graduate Engineer at EirGrid, the operator and developer of Ireland’s electricity grid</p>

Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success

This STEPS Engineers Week, EirGrid Graduate Engineer Eoin O'Connor highlights how an alternative route led to a rewarding career at Ireland's electricity grid operator

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Raisin Bank: Helping Irish savers find better deposit interest

Heads are turning for pharmacy investment property in the heart of buzzing Charleville

Heads are turning for pharmacy investment property in the heart of buzzing Charleville

Charity places available for Cork City Marathon

Charity places available for Cork City Marathon

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

Turning risk into reward: Top business risks in 2026

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