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<p>Part of the controversial fencing at Murphy’s Rock which has been installed without planning permission.</p>

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Fencing at Murphy's Rock was put up without planning permission

Tricia O’Mahony, who lives beside the area, told The Echo: “They’ve effectively locked people out of Murphy’s Rock without any consultation.”

Cork family helps to raise funds for McDonald House

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Cork family helps to raise funds for McDonald House

Cloyne natives, James and Michelle O’Riordan, spent 42 nights at the facility in 2023 while their daughter, Leah, who was eight years old at the time, was undergoing treatment for a medulloblastoma.

PIFC: Castletownbere survive drop despite Glanmire hitting three goals

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PIFC: Castletownbere survive drop despite Glanmire hitting three goals

Strong first half and a Declan Dunne winner protected the Beara side from being relegated to Intermediate A

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Rob Downey goal crucial as St Nicks beat Kinsale to return to Premier Junior semi-final

Rob Downey goal crucial as St Nicks beat Kinsale to return to Premier Junior semi-final

cork sport

Minor football: Macroom hold firm to secure Premier 2 title

Minor football: Macroom hold firm to secure Premier 2 title

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Cork couples whose love story has a connection to film invited to take part in festival project

Cork couples whose love story has a connection to film invited to take part in festival project

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Gavel, scales of justice and law books

Jail for woman who stole more than €490 worth of fragrances from Cork shop

Cork News

<p>Mary Crilly is retiring from the centre, having founded it in 1983. Picture: Darragh Kane</p>

Mary Crilly steps down from centre which she founded in 1983 as successor named

Ms Heffernan is an experienced mental health nurse and trauma-informed practitioner with over 25 years of experience across acute mental health, Camhs, crisis services, and the domestic and sexual violence sector.

TD asks why commuters remain packed into 'two-carriage trains' in East Cork

TD asks why commuters remain packed into 'two-carriage trains' in East Cork

Plans to transform Cork castle into luxury apartments

Plans to transform Cork castle into luxury apartments

Ralph McTell to bring final national tour of Ireland to Cork's Everyman stage

Ralph McTell to bring final national tour of Ireland to Cork's Everyman stage

Plan for more than 100 homes near Collins Barracks gets go-ahead

Plan for more than 100 homes near Collins Barracks gets go-ahead

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<p>Buttevant's Jamie Whelan battles Mitchelstown's Cathal O'Mahony and Mark Keane during the IAFC quarter-final match in Glanworth. Picture: Howard Crowdy</p>

Buttevant nail five two-pointers in cracking IAFC quarter-final with Mitchelstown

Conor Hanlon and Mark Lenehan combined for 0-13 to set up a showdown with Adrigole

'Referee score cards can no longer be relied upon': Ballinora issue major statement

'Referee score cards can no longer be relied upon': Ballinora issue major statement

John Horgan on hurling: Patrick Horgan showed what Cork were missing to send Glen to last four

John Horgan on hurling: Patrick Horgan showed what Cork were missing to send Glen to last four

Cobh Ramblers battle back in six-goal thriller with Athlone Town

Cobh Ramblers battle back in six-goal thriller with Athlone Town

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

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

Cork Lives

<p>Seheed has toured the Cork comedy circuit and recently ended up doing an unplanned stand-up set in London. </p>

‘I quashed the comedy fire at first, but then said, why not try’

Cork comedian Seheed O’Shobowale had planned to pursue a career in science, but found himself drawn to comedy. He talks to MARGARET DONNELLAN about catching the stand-up bug, growing up in Cork as an immigrant, and his emotional journey back to Nigeria.

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

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

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

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

Cork Views

<p>Echo was born last July and the AADI says has been the first to do everything in the pack. </p>

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

Born on July 25, Echo has already begun the journey to hopefully become a future member of the Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland team, and be allocated to a suitable family.

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

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

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

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>Lucy started selling her own clothes on Vinted abut 18 months ago. </p>

Cork woman turns her Vinted hobby into business

Cork woman Lucy Moynihan tells EMMA CONNOLLY why she decided to set up her own business selling clothing on Vinted for others. She also shares her top tips for using the platform.

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

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

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

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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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Rockwell College – 160 years of excellence

Rockwell College – 160 years of excellence

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