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<p> Fermoy sharpshooter Ben Twomey. Picture: Jim Coughlan.</p>

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Fermoy and Ballinora ends level but scoreline dispute set to be examined by Cork County Board

Controversy over whether one of Ben Twomey's points was recorded by referee could impact PIFC knockout stages where Ballinora are currently paired with Macroom

IAFC: Four goals as Dromtarriffe upset Mitchelstown to reach knockout stage

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IAFC: Four goals as Dromtarriffe upset Mitchelstown to reach knockout stage

Mitchelstown now meet Buttevant while Dromtarriffe will face Boherbue in the quarter-finals

Ed Ó Mír leads Naomh Abán into PIFC knockouts after overcoming Nemo

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Ed Ó Mír leads Naomh Abán into PIFC knockouts after overcoming Nemo

Muskerry side will face Rockchapel in the quarter-finals following this five-point victory

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Brilliant Buttevant hit five two-pointers in cracker with Ilen Rovers

Brilliant Buttevant hit five two-pointers in cracker with Ilen Rovers

cork sport

Kiskeam finish strongly to grab PIFC semi-final spot from Macroom

Kiskeam finish strongly to grab PIFC semi-final spot from Macroom

cork news

Council to search for private site for park-and-ride at Cobh

Council to search for private site for park-and-ride at Cobh

cork news

Cork's new ‘dual diagnosis’ hub has already helped 250 people

Cork's new ‘dual diagnosis’ hub has already helped 250 people

Cork News

<p>From January to June this year, €17.5m had already been spent on the service, suggesting costs could increase to €35m this year, an increase of 123% in three years. Stock image.</p>

HSE has spent €85m on private home care since 2023

A HSE spokesperson described home support as a “highly valued” service which allows older people to remain living in their own homes and communities for longer, and enables many to return home following hospital admission.

Man charged with stealing €500k worth of platinum from Stryker site

Man charged with stealing €500k worth of platinum from Stryker site

John Spillane, Kila and Hermitage Green to appear at Macroom's Briery Gap

John Spillane, Kila and Hermitage Green to appear at Macroom's Briery Gap

Council seeks team to create long-term plan for Camden Fort Meagher

Council seeks team to create long-term plan for Camden Fort Meagher

Five Cork finalists shortlisted for Full Circle recycling awards

Five Cork finalists shortlisted for Full Circle recycling awards

cork sport

<p>St Finbarr’s captain Adam Lyne, referee Jerry Kelleher, Gabriel Rangers captain Killian O’Brien prior to their McCarthy Insurance Group Cork IAFC Group 2 game in Ballinacarriga. Picture: Ger McCarthy.</p>

Gabriels Rangers defeat St Finbarr's but both sides bow out of Intermediate A Championship

Dromtarriffe’s surprise 4-12 to 0-16 win over previously undefeated Mitchelstown cost the West Cork side

AFL Rd 11 - Euro-Yroke v Gold Coast

Ballincollig's Liam O’Connell extends St Kilda stay into 2027

John Horgan on hurling: Kanturk and Charleville threaten to upset Cork's old order

John Horgan on hurling: Kanturk and Charleville threaten to upset Cork's old order

Cobh Ramblers complete second-half turnaround against 10 man Cork City

Cobh Ramblers complete second-half turnaround against 10 man Cork City

Premier JFC wrap: Cork footballer Darragh Cashman delivers knockout ticket for Millstreet

Premier JFC wrap: Cork footballer Darragh Cashman delivers knockout ticket for Millstreet

Cork Lives

<p>Tony Gallagher on his boat the Maeve Óg with trusty dog Scuba. He has been running Blackwater Cruises for 26 years</p>

Taking a jaunt down the Blackwater to see Ireland’s Millionaires’ Row

After inventor James Dyson and Meta boss Mark Zuckerberg splashed out fortunes on neighbouring properties by the Blackwater, CHRIS DUNNE heads out on a cruise of the river from Youghal to view them, and hears how the locals have been thrilled about the new arrivals

Chloe & Colin

Wedding of the Week: Couple introduced at village pub in 2011 are wed

TV: Spotlight on Cork cemetery founded by Fr Mathew

TV: Spotlight on Cork cemetery founded by Fr Mathew

My Weekend: 'I prefer to be entertained..I'm a poor cook'

My Weekend: 'I prefer to be entertained..I'm a poor cook'

Person to Person: 'We haven't had a TV in 25 years, but I watch and listen to YouTube'

Person to Person: 'We haven't had a TV in 25 years, but I watch and listen to YouTube'

Cork Views

<p class="contextmenu internal_Caption">NOT WELCOME IN CORK: President Ulysses S. Grant, who visited Ireland in 1879. Picture courtesy of the National Archives/Newsmakers</p>

John Dolan: The day Cork gave a mighty snub to a visiting US President

Ahead of Donald Trump's visit to Doonbeg this weekend, JOHN DOLAN looks back at the visit of another US President to Ireland, and the Cork snub which almost led to a diplomatic incident.

Cork TD: 'I don't want my story to be about 'beating' epilepsy..I haven't beaten anything'

Cork TD: 'I don't want my story to be about 'beating' epilepsy..I haven't beaten anything'

John Arnold: Mystery of life and death of a Cork emigrant is finally solved

John Arnold: Mystery of life and death of a Cork emigrant is finally solved

150 free events taking place in towns and villages in Cork for Culture Night

150 free events taking place in towns and villages in Cork for Culture Night

Scratches on the front bumper of a red car. A young girl driver got into a traffic accident and turns to a repair service.

Áilín Quinlan: A tale of 2 cars, 2 scratches... and a domestic battle of the sexes

Nostalgia

<p>The interior of Kealy’s Bar in Faulkner’s Lane, off Patrick Street, Cork, in April, 1959. It was a popular haunt for students, and printers who worked at the nearby Echo and Examiner building</p>

Throwback Thursday: A toast to the lost pubs of Cork

This week in Throwback Thursday, JO KERRIGAN remembers the pubs that have closed up in Cork city, including The Viscount, The Celtic, and Bantry Bar.

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?

Throwback Thursday: 'Five generations of our family have gone on holiday to Courtmac’

Throwback Thursday: 'Five generations of our family have gone on holiday to Courtmac’

Throwback Thursday: Responding to a 22-year-old letter with memories of Moby Dick

Throwback Thursday: Responding to a 22-year-old letter with memories of Moby Dick

WOW

<p>Slippers may be a better option over ballet flats or Mary Janes, while it is worth considering that some loafer styles are better options than others. <span class="contextmenu emphasis CaptionCredit">Picture: Alamy/PA.</span>
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5 shoes to avoid if you have back pain... and what to wear instead

LARA OWEN talks to a podiatrist about the trending footwear to try or to avoid this season if you experience back pain.

8 simple ways to reset your wellbeing this September

8 simple ways to reset your wellbeing this September

Cork woman: ‘Palliative care is not what you think... it can be about living well’

Cork woman: ‘Palliative care is not what you think... it can be about living well’

Julie Helen: Congrats to Pat Kinsella..Cork schools are so much richer because of his work

Julie Helen: Congrats to Pat Kinsella..Cork schools are so much richer because of his work

Cork artist's exhibition of works in gratitude to people who supported her through cancer

Cork artist's exhibition of works in gratitude to people who supported her through cancer

entertainment

<p>West Cork Studios founders Édaín O’Donnell and Stephen Park</p>

West Cork Studios founder: 'These films have put us on the map'

The release of an acclaimed new film has again put the spotlight on West Cork Studios. CARA O’DOHERTY speaks to one of the founders

Weekend Guide: Laura Dowling, Steely Dan tribute, and singles festival among highlights in Cork

Weekend Guide: Laura Dowling, Steely Dan tribute, and singles festival among highlights in Cork

Hermitage Green preforming at Bulmers Live at Leopardstown 9/7/2015

Theatre Nights: Packed season ahead at Macroom's Briery Gap

Stevie G: Skepta shows why he remains the boss

Stevie G: Skepta shows why he remains the boss

‘It’s important that queer people are seen on screen’: Cork's LGBTQ+ film festival returns

‘It’s important that queer people are seen on screen’: Cork's LGBTQ+ film festival returns

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<p>Students at St Patrick’s College Cork, which is co-educational across all junior cycle year groups for the first time this year. </p>

St Patrick's College Cork: New facilities, new subjects, and every Leaving Cert student progressing to college

Open Night at St Patrick's College Cork: Monday 21st September 2026, 6pm–8pm, Principal’s address at 7pm

Ashton School – A part of Cork’s proud heritage

Ashton School – A part of Cork’s proud heritage

Big Beach Clean 2026: Final call to join 7,000 Clean Coasts volunteers

Big Beach Clean 2026: Final call to join 7,000 Clean Coasts volunteers

CS Skoda September 2026

In every hidden detail, Tapestry for Ireland captures who we are

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

When it comes to supporting education for children with special needs, every little helps a lot

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