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<p>Paramedic Alan Fitzgerald said Adam Corcoran (pictured) was going to propose to his partner. Picture: Larry Cummins</p>

cork news

Paramedic tells Cork murder trial of 'gruesome scene' and 'explosion risk'

Adam Corcoran is on trial at the Central Criminal Court sitting in Cork on the charge of murdering his partner in Midleton

Social media influencer who was assaulted in Cork city centre says online commentary left her humiliated

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Social media influencer who was assaulted in Cork city centre says online commentary left her humiliated

'Before this attack, I was a confident, independent and outgoing person with a life that I was proud of. That person is gone'

Limerick v Cork - Allianz Hurling League Division 1A

cork sport

Have Cork hurlers sorted full-back line for summer or should they go horses for courses?

'Yellow cards happen in the modern game, so it just has to be accepted that whoever starts at full- or corner-back, may not finish there. Multiple options are required to mind the house'

cork lives

The Pubs of Cork: 'I saw the pub for sale during the pandemic, I ended up buying it'

The Pubs of Cork: 'I saw the pub for sale during the pandemic, I ended up buying it'

cork views

Loving Caucasian Mother Smiling at Newborn Baby Indoors in Bright and Warm Setting

Kathriona Devereux: Enough inspirational quotes... here’s what women really want

cork news

Government under added pressure to restore Cork rail line

Government under added pressure to restore Cork rail line

cork news

Wheelchair Ramp

Nearly €16m to adapt Cork homes for people with disabilities

Cork News

<p>Created by John Sheahan and his daughter Ceoladh, ‘The Dubliners Encore’ is coming to Cork Opera House on April 6. Picture: Jason Clarke.</p>

‘The Dubliners Encore’ to grace the stage of the Cork Opera House

The stage show celebrating Irish folk band The Dubliners is set to visit Cork next month as part of its national tour.

Cork town setting plans in motion for Darkness into Light event

Cork town setting plans in motion for Darkness into Light event

Scales of justice and Gavel on wooden table and Lawyer or Judge working with agreement in Courtroom, Justice and Law concept

Man twice caught with cocaine in Cork had 'fallen into a rut'

Cork City Council declines request to reveal cost of site security for housing developments

Cork City Council declines request to reveal cost of site security for housing developments

Cork councillor slams 'cowardly and despicable' AI poison pen campaign

Cork councillor slams 'cowardly and despicable' AI poison pen campaign

cork sport

<p>Paul Townend with the Unibet Champion Hurdle trophy following his victory aboard Lossiemouth on day one of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse.</p>

Lossiemouth and Cork's Paul Townend dominate opening day feature race - Champion Hurdle

The decision to head for the bigger prize proved the right one as the mare maintained her unbeaten record in emphatic style.

John Cleary 25/1/2026

Cork v Kildare: John Cleary on injuries, recovering from Derry loss and Portugal trip

Diarmaid Byrnes is fouled by Eoin Downey 7/3/2026

Limerick punished Cork turnovers severely, huge improvement is needed when they meet again

Brunell to face Glanmire in Super League quarter-final as Ballincollig aim to finish campaign on top

Brunell to face Glanmire in Super League quarter-final as Ballincollig aim to finish campaign on top

St Finbarr's up and running under Paudie Murray: 'One of the key messages was we want to bring new players through'

St Finbarr's up and running under Paudie Murray: 'One of the key messages was we want to bring new players through'

Cork Lives

<p>Ian admits his new venture is risky, but says he feels a passion for the project.</p>

Cork entrepreneur embarks on new challenge with fitness business

Last year, Cork entrepreneur Ian Murphy sold the successful gym venture he co-owned with his business partner. Now, he’s embarking on a new challenge and hopes to change how women view the gym, says LINDA KENNY.

TV: Cork house a contender in RTÉ show

TV: Cork house a contender in RTÉ show

Books: My novel is set in the streets of Cork city where I grew up

Books: My novel is set in the streets of Cork city where I grew up

WATCH: Couples turn their hands to making own wedding rings at Cork workshop

WATCH: Couples turn their hands to making own wedding rings at Cork workshop

Cork student: ‘Look for the opportunities and step out of your comfort zone’

Cork student: ‘Look for the opportunities and step out of your comfort zone’

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">A bereavement is a difficult time, and practical supports can be beneficial to those grieving</p>

Explainer: Practical supports when a loved one dies

Ciara O’Gorman, Development Manager with South Munster Citizens Information Service, looks at practical issues that may arise when there is a bereavement

Last will and testament form with gavel

Trevor Laffan: A 9-year wrangle over a will, and a house still lying empty

Saluting Frank O’Connor, 60 years after his death

Saluting Frank O’Connor, 60 years after his death

John Dolan: If a student can get compo for covid, 5 million of us should!

John Dolan: If a student can get compo for covid, 5 million of us should!

Roots through Routes: A Cork fitness route that connects us with our heritage

Roots through Routes: A Cork fitness route that connects us with our heritage

Nostalgia

<p>Instructions for cooking sheep tongue feature in the book. </p>

Recipe collection compiled by woman in Cork 100 years ago is uncovered

A manuscript recipe collection, compiled 100 years ago, recently came through the doors of a library in Cork city. RICHARD FORREST shares details of its unusual contents.

Throwback Thursday: ‘Connie Dodgers’ took the biscuit in Cork...

Throwback Thursday: ‘Connie Dodgers’ took the biscuit in Cork...

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

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

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

WOW

<p>Mary Hopkins, founder of Hopkins Communications, who passed away in September. </p>

Judy Hopkins: ‘Giving was my mum’s superpower’

As International Women’s Day approached this year, JUDY HOPKINS found herself thinking about her mother, Mary Hopkins, who passed away in September. Here, she remembers her and reflects on the legacy she has left behind.

Emer O'Callaghan: Thinking about how we are influenced around beauty buys

Emer O'Callaghan: Thinking about how we are influenced around beauty buys

Woman Doctor Or GP In Office Meeting Teenage Female Patient For Appointment

Dr Catherine Conlon: Health issues every woman should know about

Julie Helen: 'I feel relieved that I have made it to 41, beyond all the warning milestones'

Julie Helen: 'I feel relieved that I have made it to 41, beyond all the warning milestones'

Pictures: Women descend on Cork's City Hall for special event to mark IWD

Pictures: Women descend on Cork's City Hall for special event to mark IWD

entertainment

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">Barry Keoghan and Cillian Murphy on set during the filming of Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man. Picture: Netflix/Robert Viglasky</p>

Film Review: Cillian Murphy plays blinder again as anti-hero of gangland

The big screen outing, Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man, is written by series creator Steven Knight and directed by Tom Harper, with Murphy wearing a producer’s hat as well as his infamous peaked cap.

My upbringing in Cork pub helped my film role

My upbringing in Cork pub helped my film role

Tribute to Sir Henry's Room 3 and a Savoy cracker among the club nights in Cork this week

Tribute to Sir Henry's Room 3 and a Savoy cracker among the club nights in Cork this week

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

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

Theatre Nights: Musical nostalgia feast at Everyman

Theatre Nights: Musical nostalgia feast at Everyman

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<p>Aisling McGann, chief operating officer at drinks company Sisú, and Shannon Forrest, co-founder of Rivesci, at the Guaranteed Irish Food & Drink Forum 2025. Picture: Darragh Kane.</p>

The power of the G licence

For every 100 jobs created in a Guaranteed Irish business, a further 49 are supported through local supply chains

Happy couple receiving new house keys from real estate agent

Time to get to grips with changes in rental laws

Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success

Boatbuilder turned engineer proves alternative paths can lead to success

Buyer enjoys the convenience of shopping online

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

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