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<p>Fianna Fáil councillor Frank O’Flynn then got cross-party support, after he said they should urge the Government to introduce penalty points on driving licences, like the French do. File image.</p>

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Littering motorists should get penalty points, say Cork councillors

Councillors also want the Department of Education to put ‘civic responsibilities’ associated with illegal dumping on the school curriculum to make future generations aware of the environmental damage.

Judge tells Corkman that 'wishy washy' attitude to probation service is not good enough

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Judge tells Corkman that 'wishy washy' attitude to probation service is not good enough

Judge King said: “He would not want to be coming before the court with a wishy washy report saying my heart is in the right place but I haven’t done anything about it.”

Newcestown not wanting to rest on laurels

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Newcestown not wanting to rest on laurels

West Cork club, county semi-finalists last year, have enjoyed a good start to the new league campaign

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The Pubs of Cork: 'The pub was always part of my life'

The Pubs of Cork: 'The pub was always part of my life'

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Taoiseach visits United States of America

I’ll fly flag for an Ireland of the welcomes this St Patrick’s Day

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Common Angel Shark (Squatina squatina) swimming over sea grass.

Cork to hear about race to save 400-million-year-old Angel Shark

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Duo from TV show The Assembly to make musical debut at Cork's Kino

Duo from TV show The Assembly to make musical debut at Cork's Kino

Cork News

<p>Anessa Moore, Jade Douglas, Olivia Wrobel and Lily Ngo of the Texas McKinney High School Royal Pride Band at the parade in Cork city. Picture: Chani Anderson.</p>

Patrick's Day parade brings colour and smiles to Cork City centre

On Union Quay, hundreds of people gathered beneath various banners and flags awaiting the parade's arrival, and the noise was deafening.

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IRFU to make complaint to gardaí over racist abuse of Cork rugby player

Cork's Bessborough: Between 1943 and 1944 there was a reported 82% infant mortality rate

Cork's Bessborough: Between 1943 and 1944 there was a reported 82% infant mortality rate

Call for Cork volunteers to assist with Daffodil Day on Friday

Call for Cork volunteers to assist with Daffodil Day on Friday

The woman stirs a spoonful of coffee and tea. The woman will sweeten her coffee with sugar. Misuse of sugar, use of sweeteners.

Charity coffee morning takes place in Cork garda station this Friday

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<p>Harlequins players celebrates the win over Catholic Institute in the Mens Munster Senior Cup final at Garryduff. Picture: Eddie O'Hare</p>

Bateman, Black goals secure Munster Senior Cup title for Harlequins

Cork side get the better of Catholic Institute to make it three-in-a-row

UCC win Munster Senior Cup to complete domestic double

UCC win Munster Senior Cup to complete domestic double

John Horgan on Cork's rivalry with Offaly and new hurlers who deserve a chance on Saturday

John Horgan on Cork's rivalry with Offaly and new hurlers who deserve a chance on Saturday

Cork Draghunting: High Miss of Griffin United off to a flying start at Glenville

Cork Draghunting: High Miss of Griffin United off to a flying start at Glenville

Cill na Martra keen to blood younger players across the league

Cill na Martra keen to blood younger players across the league

Cork Lives

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">David Fitzgibbon behind the bar at Aherne’s Townhouse & Seafood Bar in Youghal, Co. Cork (below) <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit"> Pictures: David Creedon</span>
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Last orders for David as family restaurant in Youghal is sold

After more than 30 years behind the bar, David Fitzgibbon tells CHRIS DUNNE why he is looking forward to retirement as Aherne’s in Youghal changes hands

Cork man’s mission to get men talking, sharing, connecting...

Cork man’s mission to get men talking, sharing, connecting...

Scotland v Ireland - Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championship

TV sport round-up: Six Nations signs off... and a feast of soccer

My Weekend: 'I'm trying to convince the nation lacrosse isn't just a poor man's hurling'

My Weekend: 'I'm trying to convince the nation lacrosse isn't just a poor man's hurling'

Story, boy? I’m bringing my north side play back on the road

Story, boy? I’m bringing my north side play back on the road

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">It’s OK not to have everything figured out in advance of college, says Ben O’Sullivan. iStock</p>

How I navigated the tricky journey from school to UCC life

Teens can find it hard to decide on their future path. BEN O’SULLIVAN, 20, from Carrigtwohill, who is studying commerce at UCC, explains how he went from that mindset, to finding meaning in his course and in college life

A woman thinking of different New Years resolutions

Áilín Quinlan: Falling in love with our native language, one word at a time

A cultural initiative that was a hit with Cork pupils

A cultural initiative that was a hit with Cork pupils

Helping the needy

Trevor Laffan: I was avoiding talking to dementia sufferers, so I sought advice

John Dolan: Dowtcha, Jessie, but Cork has had its share of Oscars joy too

John Dolan: Dowtcha, Jessie, but Cork has had its share of Oscars joy too

Nostalgia

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">A still of Professor Niall Ó Murchadha in Princeton: A Search For Answers and (right ) Niall with Nobel Prize winner Kip Thorn (right) at the festival in his honour at UCC in 2018.</p>

Cork ‘nerd’ professor who landed role in an Oscar-winning film

In the 2024 Holly Bough, we recounted the story of Corkman Cormac Gallagher, who played a starring role in an Oscar-nominated film, and went on to be a world-renowned scientist. Now, JOHN DOLAN tells the story of another celebrated Cork scientist who played his part in an Oscar-winning documentary.

Throwback Thursday: The day I fainted at communion in church

Throwback Thursday: The day I fainted at communion in church

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

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

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

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<p>Jessie Buckley accepts the award for Best Actress in a Leading Role for "Hamnet" onstage during the 98th Annual Academy Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 15, 2026. (Photo by Patrick T. Fallon / AFP via Getty Images)</p>

Jessie Buckley brings colour to Oscar's red carpet

Features, sparkles and florals also made an appearance at the 98th Academy Awards.

Cork women share the life lessons they’ve learned from their mums

Cork women share the life lessons they’ve learned from their mums

Emer O'Callaghan: Your beauty queries answered

Emer O'Callaghan: Your beauty queries answered

Cork author: ‘My path to becoming an author was paved by amazing women’

Cork author: ‘My path to becoming an author was paved by amazing women’

My Career: ‘A big part of my job is listening... and understanding what GPs and patients need’

My Career: ‘A big part of my job is listening... and understanding what GPs and patients need’

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<p>Director Jane Campion. Picture: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images</p>

Cork's Triskel champions work of brilliant director Campion

Three movies by director Jane Campion - including her 1990s smash The Piano - will be screened in Cork in a season devoted to the trail-blazing film-maker

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Going out this weekend? Here's highlights of what's on in Cork

Wide range of options for Cork gig goers this St Patrick’s Weekend

Wide range of options for Cork gig goers this St Patrick’s Weekend

Theatre Nights: Comedy, music... or catch a ballet

Theatre Nights: Comedy, music... or catch a ballet

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

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

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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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