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<p>Solicitor Stephen Cotter represented the accused man and confirmed that a book of evidence would be required. Parties to the case cannot be identified because of the nature of the allegations. Picture: Larry Cummins.</p>

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Man, 76, charged with indecently assaulting teenage boy 23 times in the 70s

Judge David Waters adjourned the case until October 23 at Cork District Court for preparation and service of a book of evidence.

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Advocate warns of 'acceptance' of homelessness as Cork numbers hit new high

A total of 851 adults were in emergency accommodation in August, up more than 28% since August 2025.

IAFC: Boherbue dig deep to see off Dromtarriffe in Duhallow derby

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IAFC: Boherbue dig deep to see off Dromtarriffe in Duhallow derby

2024 beaten finalists are into the last four after a three-point triumph at Ballydesmond

cork lives

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple planned big day in 3 weeks

Wedding of the Week: Cork couple planned big day in 3 weeks

cork views

John Dolan: What a newshound... meet the assistance dog called ‘Echo’!

John Dolan: What a newshound... meet the assistance dog called ‘Echo’!

cork news

Dragon of Shandon to return as part of culture events for EU presidency

Dragon of Shandon to return as part of culture events for EU presidency

cork news

Dementia Care Insight into Diagnosis and Treatment Options for Patients and Caregivers

HSE to host dementia awareness event in Carrigaline on Wednesday

Cork News

<p>Aga Deryng, owner of House of Nails on Tuckey Street, said she and her workforce “no longer feel safe working in Cork city centre”.</p>

Calls for increased garda patrols after woman urinates on Cork shop floor

House of Nails owner says staff have faced repeated anti-social behaviour and wants increased patrols around Bishop Lucey Park

Students walk out of MTU lectures over cost of living crisis

Students walk out of MTU lectures over cost of living crisis

Judges gavel in courtroom legal trial and law background

White's Cross man on drugs charges has case adjourned

New short film festival for Cork next month

New short film festival for Cork next month

Mallow hospital had 8% staff absent last month

Mallow hospital had 8% staff absent last month

cork sport

<p>Sean O'Leary of Douglas about to handpass the sliothar ahead of Jack Finn of Fr O'Neills during the SHL match in Aghavine earlier this season. Picture: Howard Crowdy</p>

Christy O'Connor on hurling: New handpass rule would made best goal at Croke Park this season illegal

Teams will not be permitted to complete two consecutive hand-passes. That will encourage teams to use the hurley more but it could also lead to more chaos, especially when teams are so effective now at swarm-tackling...

Sliabh Rua's five-decade service to local GAA comes to an end

Sliabh Rua's five-decade service to local GAA comes to an end

Brian O'Sullivan stretches clear in Premier Senior scoring as Buckley tops from-play charts

Brian O'Sullivan stretches clear in Premier Senior scoring as Buckley tops from-play charts

Beaten football finalists have bounced back strongly

Beaten football finalists have bounced back strongly

Brighton and Hove Albion v Arsenal - Premier League - Vitality Stadium

Premier League: Hope and distraction during international break

Cork Lives

<p>"There’s so many festivals to choose from in Cork county that it seems there’s always something going on," says Matthew. </p>

My Weekend: 'I try to get out to literary festivals and gigs at the weekend'

Kinsale based poet, Matthew Geden, is organising an evening of poetry and prose as part of Words by Water in Kinsale next month. He tells us how he spends his weekend.

TV: Cork musician’s take on power of songs in childhood

TV: Cork musician’s take on power of songs in childhood

I joined a cycling club in February... now I’m pedalling 600km from Cork to Paris

I joined a cycling club in February... now I’m pedalling 600km from Cork to Paris

The Pubs of Cork: We’re 5th generation to run this pub... the locals are the backbone

The Pubs of Cork: We’re 5th generation to run this pub... the locals are the backbone

Is 2026 the year of the pop-up restaurant? Cork chefs on their unique appeal

Is 2026 the year of the pop-up restaurant? Cork chefs on their unique appeal

Cork Views

<p>Seán Barrett (left), a former electrical engineering student at MTU, and William Hartley, co-founders of ReAble Labs</p>

'I'm developing a 3D-printed powered prosthetic hand...here's my advice to students with an idea'

You don’t need to have all the answers to start a company, but you do need to keep asking the right questions, says Seán Barrett, co-founder of ReAble Labs

John Arnold: 100 years after his death, Cork will remember Sam Maguire

John Arnold: 100 years after his death, Cork will remember Sam Maguire

Cork Views: Solutions to local social challenges are on our doorstep

Cork Views: Solutions to local social challenges are on our doorstep

Áilín Quinlan: Women like Nikita are the true trail-blazers for future Ireland

Áilín Quinlan: Women like Nikita are the true trail-blazers for future Ireland

Soil in senior Women's hands.

Simple advice to help gardeners protect plant health

Nostalgia

<p>The old curtain at the Everyman Palace Theatre, containing a host of adverts for Cork companies. The Palace Cinema here ran from 1930 to 1988</p>

Throwback Thursday: Memories of when Cork's Everyman was a popular cinema

This week on Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN hears memories of the Palace Cinema, plus a man who lived at the Sextant Bar recalls the Opera House fire

Throwback Thursday: Was this the greatest ever pub in Cork city?

Throwback Thursday: Was this the greatest ever pub in Cork city?

Throwback Thursday: A toast to the lost pubs of Cork

Throwback Thursday: A toast to the lost pubs of Cork

Throwback Thursday: Memories of fair day in Midleton in 1930s

Throwback Thursday: Memories of fair day in Midleton in 1930s

Throwback Thursday: Do you recognise any of these extras from the Moby Dick film set in Cork?

Throwback Thursday: Do you recognise any of these extras from the Moby Dick film set in Cork?

WOW

<p>Emer O'Callaghan wearing a dress from Ruby Rouge Boutique. Also pictured are autumn flowers given by a client for clearing her skin problem at Emerald Beauty Clinic. Emer's tan is St Tropez and make-up is Master Colors Paris, available at the clinic, 021 4365949. Postage options available</p>

Emer O'Callaghan: How your phone can ruin your beauty

Mobile phones are here to stay, but I hope we all learn to not let them dominate our lives so much, says Emer O'Callaghan

My Career: ‘A big part of my role is anticipating what could go wrong’

My Career: ‘A big part of my role is anticipating what could go wrong’

Cork’s Olga becomes first person to complete 10 hour, 28km swim route

Cork’s Olga becomes first person to complete 10 hour, 28km swim route

Traitors star among Cork women recognised at Businesswomen of the Year awards

Traitors star among Cork women recognised at Businesswomen of the Year awards

Margaret Donnellan: I did it....I ran The Echo Women’s Mini Marathon

Margaret Donnellan: I did it....I ran The Echo Women’s Mini Marathon

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<p>Ken O’Sullivan talks about his 25 years filming the high seas at the Everyman on Saturday</p>

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

JOHN DOLAN takes a look at what's happening in Cork city and county this Saturday and Sunday.

Clubbers: Paul Oakenfold the big draw at Cyprus Avenue this weekend

Clubbers: Paul Oakenfold the big draw at Cyprus Avenue this weekend

Theatre Nights: Stories from the sea, music, and Cantona on Cork stages

Theatre Nights: Stories from the sea, music, and Cantona on Cork stages

Stevie G: Masters at Work is one to look forward to at upcoming Cork Jazz Festival

Stevie G: Masters at Work is one to look forward to at upcoming Cork Jazz Festival

Weekend Guide: Upstart Festival, Creedon's play, and plenty of comedy in Cork

Weekend Guide: Upstart Festival, Creedon's play, and plenty of comedy in Cork

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<p>Doireann Barry, director of business services at EirGrid. Picture: Shane O'Neill, Coalesce. </p>

From graduate engineer to director: A 25-year career helping to shape Ireland’s electricity future

From graduate engineer to director, Doireann Barry's career mirrors EirGrid's evolution as it prepares the electricity grid for Ireland's growing energy needs and net-zero ambitions

Brian Brennan, Tax Partner at KPMG in Ireland, President of Irish Tax Institute

Budget 2027 should mark the beginning of tax simplification, says KPMG

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Padel 100: Bringing Europe’s fastest-growing sport to towns and schools across Ireland

Rockwell College – 160 years of excellence

Rockwell College – 160 years of excellence

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